Issa Rae Is Taking the Main Stage at Dream Con 2026

Dream Con 2026 just leveled up!

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We’re beyond excited to announce that Emmy®-nominated producer, actress, writer, and CEO Issa Rae will take the Main Stage for a special fireside chat when Dream Con returns to the George R. Brown Convention Center in Houston, TX from July 10–12, 2026. And yes – this will be her first time ever speaking at a convention like ours!

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A Creative Force of This Generation

Issa Rae first captured audiences with her signature humor and trailblazing approach to storytelling, ultimately creating and starring in HBO’s Peabody Award-winning series INSECURE, which earned her multiple Emmy® and Golden Globe® nominations. Since then, she’s continued to expand her influence across the entertainment industry, appearing in fan faves including BARBIE, SPIDER-MAN: ACROSS THE SPIDER-VERSE, and the award-winning AMERICAN FICTION.

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But Issa’s impact goes far beyond the screen.

As the founder of HOORAE, her multi-faceted media company, Rae develops film, television, digital, and audio content designed to break boundaries in storytelling and representation. Through every project and platform, she continues creating space where it didn’t exist before.

And that’s exactly why this moment matters. Dream Con has always been about celebrating creativity without limits. In 2026, that celebration continues, bigger than ever.

You don’t want to miss this! 

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