Everything in this section is hosted by our guests, or staff. If you are looking for fan run panels you can find it all in our Fan Panel section. Also you can find our schedule here.
OMGcon Pep Rally
Join us as we start the day off OMGcon style! See what will
be going on during the day with sneak peaks, videos, and free stuff. Don't
miss it!
Anime Name that Tune
Do you think you are an anime buff? A crazy otaku that knows
every opening and closing song with just the first few seconds? Then you
can win free stuff! Come complete against the best of the best in this amazing
competition!
Karaoke
Come sing your lungs out at our karaoke event! Sing anime openings, or asian
pop songs! We will provide some music on spot, but if you have a specific
song you'd like to sing make sure to bring it on a music CD so you can show
everyone your skills! Have some music you'd like to bring or ask for? Just
come by the forum and ask here!
Mock Combat for Cosplay w/Christopher Ayres
Do you want to give your cosplay scene a little something
extra? Ever wanted to look like you are beating the life out of your friends
and be able to do it in a safe way so that no one gets hurt? Come join Voice
Actor, ADR director and Veteran fight director, Christopher Ayres for this
on your feet workshop where you will learn tricks and techniques to add
to your cosplay. This workshop is not only for cosplayers, but for anyone
interested in learning the basics of stage combat.
Uncensored Panel
Join Chris, Greg Bob and Emily for a look at the good the
bad the ugly (and sometimes the VERY Ugly) from inside the industry. There
will be some amazing stories that will shock, amuse and possibly distrub
some of you. *Because of the nature of this event, we ask that no cameras
or recording devices be used, and also that all attendees for this event
be 17+.*
Convention Safety w/Greg Ayres
A badge-less event for parents and kids alike. Veteran convention
goer Greg Ayres discusses convention safety in an open forum. Bring your
questions and concerns to this family friendly discussion of all things
"Con". Your input and participation are totally encouraged.
Intro to Anime w/Robert Aldrich
This panel discusses the anime artform with the uninitiated in mind. Topics
include deciphering the Japanese elements common in anime, discussing different
genres, recommendations for the unfamiliar (If you like West Wing, you'll
love this series) and examining major themes. Often included is also a brief
history of the genre as well as a general overview of some of the major
names in the industry.
Life as an Artist w/Robert DeJesus
Want to know what life is like for an American manga artists?
Want to learn about the business of comics and manga? This this is the panel
for you. Robert DeJesus of Studio Capsule has been in the business for 19
years!
Greg Ayres Panel
A discussion about the realities of working as an actor in
the anime industry. From auditions to recording, come learn what it's really
like to make a living working in the anime industry.
ADR Directing Panel w/Christopher Ayres
Come join Chris Ayres (Director of Nerima Daikon Brothers,
Xenosaga: The Animation, and Magikano) in a discussion about directing anime.
He will be answering questions and talking about what the job of the ADR
director is in Anime, be sure not to miss it.
Fansubbing, Downloading, The Industry and YOU w/Greg Ayres
As new technology unfolds, the face of the fandom changes
as well. Come and discuss the pro's and cons of torrents, Fansubbing, scanlations,
and downloading and how it effects the state of the anime industry today.
Drawing w/Robert DeJesus
Want to learn how to draw manga/anime style? Make sure you bring paper to
this panel. Robert DeJesus of Studio Capsule will show you how to get started!
History of US Anime w/Robert Aldrich
This panel will discuss actual US-created shows, comics, and
other mediums that have showcased the anime style. A short time will be
spent on defining anime-influenced versus anime-style, but the majority
of the panel will be a timeline of US-created anime.
Music in Anime w/Robert Aldrich
Music plays a prominent role in many anime, from the founding
sci-fi series to the modern infatuation with pop idols. Most anime involve
some form of dance number while the opening and closing songs have given
rise to the careers of some of Japan's biggest music sensations. This panel
will discuss the history and nature of music in anime.
Studio Capsule Panel
Learn all about Robert and Emily DeJesus' business Studio
Capsule. Everything you'd ever want to know can be discussed here.
The Worlds of Robert V Aldrich (novels and serials)
The granddaddy of all RVA panels, this panel is meant as a
crash course in the assorted worlds. Each story, both novels and serials,
is addressed briefly, while anime literature and modern, alternative methods
of publishing are touched upon.
Different Sides of the Same Coin: The Relationship between Video Games and
Anime w/Robert Aldrich
This panel will discuss the mutual connection between these two innovative
and unique mediums. Issues such as why these two mediums (more than any
others) seem to be so closely connected, series and stories that are pushing
the boundaries of this relationship, and even discuss some series where
the division between the two is almost non-existant. Other topics will include
the relationship in Japan versus in the United States, the role of parent
companies, and series for one medium created with the other in mind.
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