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Panels
If you want to meet your favorite voice actors, creators, and staff, you'll want to come to the New York Anime Festival's panels. If you want to hear the latest about anime in both America and Japan, you'll want to come to the New York Anime Festival's panels. If you want to learn the truth about samurai and improve your cosplay, you'll want to come to the New York Anime Festival's panels. NYAF is packed with three days of sessions, lectures, and workshops guaranteed to educate and entertain!
Retailer Secrets to Manga Success
Manga constantly features in best seller lists and more space is perpetually devoted to these tiny books in national chains. Manga's a big business, but are you, as a retailer, doing everything you can increase your own manga sales? Several of New York's top manga retailers talk about what it takes to make your manga section a success!
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Friday, Dec 7
Anime Panel Room
An Introduction to Anime and Manga in Libraries
Why do anime and manga belong in libraries? How do you go about developing and maintaining a collection? What kind of programming can be done with these art forms? How can anime and manga lead to exploration of larger cultural, narrative, and artistic horizons? A panel of veteran New York City librarians explore these questions and more.
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Friday, Dec 7
Manga Panel Room
Retailer Secrets to Anime Success
Anime is an explosive industry with impressive growth! (It's even spawned entire conventions.) To help you find your place in it, a panel of veteran anime retailers will spend an hour talking about their customers, their catalogs, their successes, and their mistakes -- and it's all to increase your anime sales!
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Friday, Dec 7
Anime Panel Room
Creating an Anime and Manga Club at Your Library
Many young people tend to stop frequenting libraries when they hit their teens, and anime and manga clubs are a great way to get teens reinvolved in these institutions. "Creating an Anime and Manga Club at Your Library" will demonstrate how to start a club, the challenges that are involved with sponsoring one, and the many projects librarians can undertake to promote reading among teenagers.
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Friday, Dec 7
Manga Panel Room
Opening Ceremonies
Welcome to the inaugural New York Anime Festival! Meet the organizers and guests and pretend to laugh at our jokes!
2:30 PM - 3:00 PM
Friday, Dec 7
TOKYOPOP Stage
Manga Entertainment Industry Panel
The people behind Ghost in The Shell, Karas, and Highlander: Vengeance speak about bringing cutting edge animation to the US and what they have in store for you in 2008.
3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Friday, Dec 7
Anime Panel Room
Trinity Blood: After Armageddon
The war between man and vampire has brought the world to Armageddon. Now, only the Vatican's Abel Nightroad can end this eternal struggle between day and night -- and only TOKYOPOP can bring this thrilling series of manga and novels to the United States!
3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Friday, Dec 7
Manga Panel Room
Gekiga: Dramatic Manga
If you think all manga's just fighting ninjas and high school love triangles, think again. There's a whole world of serious manga you've likely never seen. Come explore this vast world with Rym and Scott of GeekNights as they delve into the manga inspired by the Gekiga Movement.
3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Friday, Dec 7
Anime Culture Panel Room
Anime Parliament
Welcome to the highest court in the anime multi-verse. Anime Parliament is where you can step forward as a character or fan and request the changes you feel should be made to yourself, your series, or anime in general. Come and state your case! But remember -- Be ready for a debate, because you'll certainly get one.
3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Friday, Dec 7
Anime Fandom Panel Room
UNICORN TABLE Spotlight
Meet J-Pop phenomenon UNICORN TABLE, learn about how they came together, what's next on their rise to super stardom, and what a J-Pop band does in NYC.
3:30 PM - 4:30 PM
Friday, Dec 7
TOKYOPOP Stage
Avatar: The Last Air Bender
Nickelodeon Magazine editor Dave Roman talks about Avatar, gives hints about the upcoming series finale, and presents a behind-the-scenes look at the various stages of making the Avatar comic -- from story pitches, to script revisions, to creating the final comic book!
4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Friday, Dec 7
Anime Panel Room
Del Rey Industry Panel
The team from Del Rey Manga is on hand to dish out some exciting new manga announcements and updates on what you can expect from your favorite publisher through 2008 and beyond. Plus all the usual fun of the Del Rey Q&A. Join Dallas Middaugh (Associate Publisher), Mutsumi Miyazaki (Director of Licensing & Acquisitions), Tricia Narwani (Editorial Associate), Ali T. Kokmen (Marketing Manager), and April Flores (Publicity) for a panel packed full of more fun than should be allowed!
4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Friday, Dec 7
Manga Panel Room
Ninja: Myth Meets Reality
Summoning giant frogs! Making a million clones! Forming countless and impossible hand signals at the speed of light! If this is what comes to mind when you think about ninja, you need to attend "Ninja: Myth Meets Reality." We'll look at the misconceptions of the ninja, where they came from, and show what's real and what's pure fantasy.
4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Friday, Dec 7
Anime Culture Panel Room
Symbolism in Anime
Ever wonder if there was hidden symbolism lurking in your favorite anime? Well, wonder no more! There's a wealth of meaning behind all those giant robots, killer ninjas, and bouncy school girls! Join art historian Jessica Pepper for an insightful look at symbolism in anime.
4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Friday, Dec 7
Anime Fandom Panel Room
ImaginAsian Industry Panel
ImaginAsian is the first 24-hour national television network committed to promoting the diverse cultures that comprise the Asian American community. Just as MTV and BET helped usher hip hop culture into mainstream America, ImaginAsian will infuse the current television landscape with the best Asian content available. Learn about ImaginAsian's latest anime and live-action offerings as well as drama, music, variety, documentaries, and originals!
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Friday, Dec 7
Anime Panel Room
Go! Comi Industry Panel
Join publisher Go! Comi for an extravaganza of announcements, free manga, sneak peeks at new projects, the inside scoop on getting work in the manga industry, kawaii guests like Aimee Major Steinberger, and -- of course -- a giant box of Pocky.
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Friday, Dec 7
Manga Panel Room
Wayland & Sinterniklaas Spotlight
Tom Wayland and Mike Sinterniklaas, the two kings of the New York dubbing scene, speak about what it's like directing dubs, what they're working on now, and how they rose to the top of the industry!
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Friday, Dec 7
Anime Culture Panel Room
Star Cross'd Webcomic Workshop
Want to start a webcomic? Want to learn about all the rules and tools of the online comic world? Juno Blair B, author and artist behind Star Cross'd Destiny, presents a look into both basic and advanced webcomic techniques and gives a glimpse at some upcoming chapters of her own series!
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Friday, Dec 7
Anime Fandom Panel Room
Kappa Mikey
Kappa Mikey stars Mike Sinterniklaas and Sean Schemmel join the show's creators from Animation Collective to talk about its anime inspiration, creation, and even screen some never-before-seen footage. Win prizes with your anime and Kappa Mikey knowledge and catch a sneak peek at a new anime show by the creators of Kappa Mikey!
6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Friday, Dec 7
Anime Panel Room
DramaQueen: Boys Love & Yaoi
DramaQueen discusses its current boys love and yaoi lineup -- and reveals what's coming in 2008. And, of course, they'll be swag, goodies, and prizes!
6:00 PM 7:00 PM
Friday, Dec 7
Manga Panel Room
Getting into Anime Journalism
Anime News Network hosts a discussion on the state of anime journalism and how a fan can take his or her first steps into this field. (Here's a tip: spelling counts.)
6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Friday, Dec 7
Anime Culture Panel Room
TheOtaku.com: From Dinky Fan Site to Epic Portal
Have you thought about building a Hello Kitty fansite? Are you frustrated no one reads the DVD reviews you post on your blog (even though they're SO good)? Well, the founder of TheOtaku.com has answers! Sit back as he discusses the strategies he used to build TheOtaku.com into one of the most popular anime and art websites online!
6:00 PM 7:00 PM
Friday, Dec 7
Anime Fandom Panel Room
Van Von Hunter & Princess Ai
First, the world premiere of the upcoming, groundbreaking Princess Ai movie's pilot! Second, you get a chance to be on camera as we shoot part of the upcoming film Van Von Hunter in Maiden Quest. (We're serious. If you attend, you'll be in the movie!) Meet the directors, the creative team, and Van Von Hunter, himself. Show up in Van Von Hunter cosplay and win special prizes!
10:30 AM 12:00 PM
Saturday, Dec 8
Manga Panel Room
Media Blasters Industry Panel
The team behind Genshiken, Loveless, and Voltron talk about how they choose their otaku-rific titles, what's on deck in 2008, and how they got a giant Voltron statue into the Jacob Javits Center.
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Saturday, Dec 8
Anime Panel Room
The Art of Reviewing Anime
Anime News Network leads a discussion on the differences between a good anime review and a bad LiveJournal post. Bring a pen and paper and remember to take notes!
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Saturday, Dec 8
Anime Culture Panel Room
Anime Art Workshop: Color Me Perfect
Known for her wow-inducing coloring, Lindsey Henninger (aka ElvesAteMyRamen) is one of the most popular artists on fandom art portal TheOtaku.com. Now, for the first time, she reveals how she does it with a step-by-step tutorial!
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Saturday, Dec 8
Anime Fandom Panel Room
Devil May Cry & Devil May Cry 4
Devil May Cry is one of the biggest, most enduring game franchises of all time, and now it's an unstoppable anime, too! Join ADV and Capcom for North America's first-ever look at the Devil May Cry 4 game and never-before-seen footage from the upcoming anime series. Moderated by IGN.com's Chris Carle.
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Saturday, Dec 8
Anime Screening Room
The Wallflower
The Wallflower is a hit manga series from Del Rey. Now, thanks to Shinichi "Nabeshin" Watanabe, it's the new smash hit series from ADV Films! Join Del Rey, ADV, and a room full of wallflowers as we discuss what exactly makes this franchise hilarious on so many levels. Plus beauty tips.
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Saturday, Dec 8
Anime Panel Room
Anime Insider
Meet (and hug and kiss) the editors of Anime Insider, learn about the anime magazine industry, and find out about some of the secret joys and pitfalls of doing business in Japan. Bizarre prizes for the most bizarre questions!
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Saturday, Dec 8
Manga Panel Room
Translation Roundtable
What's it take to bring manga to America? Who are the men and women who turn literal Japanese into conversational English? Sit back as the translators and editors of some of America's biggest manga publishers talk about their difficulties, heart breaks, and helpful hints. Moderated by Anime News Network.
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Saturday, Dec 8
Anime Culture Panel Room
Anime Outtakes
Tom Wayland and Mike Sinterniklaas spend an hour showcasing some of their favorite flubs, flaws, and hiccups from the dubbing process. You've never seen your favorite anime like this!
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Saturday, Dec 8
Anime Fandom Panel Room
Peter Fernandez & Corinne Orr Spotlight
They're most known as the voices of Speed Racer and Trixie, but Peter Fernandez and Corinne Orr have both led celebrated careers, lending their voices to hundreds of characters beyond the icons we most associate with them today. Peter and Corinne talk about their lives and roles in the ever-changing anime industry and what they're working on now more than 30 years after Speed Racer roared into America.
12:30 PM - 1:30 PM
Saturday, Dec 8
TOKYOPOP Stage
One Piece: Episode of Alabaster with Cast and Crew
Luffy and his crew come to the rescue of a land locked in a horrible civil war. Will they be able to save the day? Will they be able to save themselves? If you haven't heard the new FUNimation One Piece dub, this is your place to start! If you have heard the FUNimation dub, this is your chance to meet the women and men who made it possible! Colleen Clinkenbeard (the voice of Luffy), Sonny Strait (the voice of Usopp), Producer Justin Cook, and ADR Director Mike McFarland will all introduce the film and take questions from the audience.
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Saturday, Dec 8
Anime Panel Room
Katsushi Ota Spotlight
Katsushi Ota is the editor of Faust, Kodansha's acclaimed fiction anthology that's coming to North America in 2008 from Del Rey. Join us for an entertaining conversation with Ota-san, Del Rey Manga Associate Publisher Dallas Middaugh, and Del Rey Licensing & Acquisitions Director Mutsumi Miyazaki filled with insider insights and anecdotes on the world of Japanese publishing.
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Saturday, Dec 8
Manga Panel Room
Anime & Manga Research Roundtable
Anime News Network's Mikhail Koulikov presents an update on the current state of scholarship and academic research into all aspects of anime and manga. This panel will help you identify your own topics to research, introduce you to other scholars in the field, and maybe even help you publish your latest thoughts on why Neon Genesis Evangelion is the most incisive commentary on the current state of Western society ever. Panelists include PhD students and professors from various NYC colleges.
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Saturday, Dec 8
Anime Culture Panel Room
Anime Clubs in NYC
Like anime? Live in NYC? Ever thought about maybe watching anime with people? Who knows, you might even make a friend or two -- or meet a girl! Spend an hour with representatives of several NYC anime clubs as they chat about who they are, what they do, and where and when they meet.
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Saturday, Dec 8
Anime Fandom Panel
Kobun Shizuno Spotlight
Kobun Shizuno co-directed Evangelion 1.0: You Are (Not) Alone, the biggest film in Japan this year Now, help welcome him to the New York Anime Festival and get all the answers about Mr. Shizuno's career from Elfen Lied and Burst Angel to Evangelion.
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Saturday, Dec 8
TOKYOPOP Stage
Yen Press Industry Panel
What happens when a DC Comics Vice President and Manga Buyer for Borders team up? Yen Press. Learn about the origin and upcoming releases from this new manga powerhouse!
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Saturday, Dec 8
Manga Panel Room
Gaia Online Industry Panel
Come meet Gaia's founders and staff and get a sneak peek at upcoming features, games, and events. Stick around for the open-mic Q&A session and a special raffle!
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Saturday, Dec 8
Anime Culture Panel Room
Spoiler: The Panel
*SPOILER* This panel looks into possibly the most hated thing in anime fandom -- the spoiler. We'll explore the best and worst spoilers in anime history and ask why on earth you didn't see them coming. In addition, we'll talk about the nature of the spoiler, proper use of spoiler tags, and probably spoil our own panel in the process. *END SPOILER*
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Saturday, Dec 8
Anime Fandom Panel Room
CODE GEASS: Lelouch of the Rebellion
CODE GEASS: Lelouch of the Rebellion has been one of the most talked about animations of 2007. A phenomenal success since its debut in Japan, this series, which features a story from the creators of PLANETES and character designs by manga sensation CLAMP, is now coming to the USA courtesy of Bandai Entertainment and Sunrise. Join Bandai Entertainment President Ken Iyadomi and Marketing Associate Marti Rivera to learn what the rebellion is all about!
3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Saturday, Dec 8
Anime Panel Room
VIZ Media Industry Panel
Naruto. Bleach. Death Note. VIZ Media is responsible for the biggest anime and manga in America. What can they possibly do next? Find out.
3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Saturday, Dec 8
Manga Panel Room
Anime News Network
Anime News Network is the most trusted and most popular name in anime news. Join its staff for a revealing look at all the hard work that goes on behind the scenes of animenewsnetwork.com.
3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Saturday, Dec 8
Anime Culture Panel Room
The Anime Match Game
Six celebrities. Two contestants. Infinite hilarity. Enjoy the laughs in this homage to a classic game show with an anime twist. Hosted by GeekNights.
3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Saturday, Dec 8
Anime Fandom Panel Room
FUNimation Industry Panel
Dragon Ball Z, Fullmetal Alchemist, and Samurai 7 were just a warm up. The women and men at FUNimation have a lot more up their sleeves, ready to make 2008 a year to remember. Learn about FUNimation's latest and greatest plans for the first time right here!
4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Saturday, Dec 8
Anime Panel Room
Protoculture Addicts
Protoculture Addicts is the oldest anime and manga magazine in North America. Find out how it got its start and how -- 20 years later -- it's still a leader!
4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Saturday, Dec 8
Manga Panel Room
Aimee Major Steinberger's Japan Ai
Join Aimee Major Steinberger for an otaku's dream trip through the worlds of cosplay, manga, and doll-collecting in Japan, accompanied by photographs and a generous helping of artwork from Aimee's new book, Japan Ai, published by Go! Comi.
4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Saturday, Dec 8
Anime Culture Panel Room
GeekNights Live Podcast
Ever wish there were radio talk shows about anime? Or comics? Or whatever geeky things you're into? You need to tune into GeekNights. Come explore the wide world of podcasting and internet radio as Rym and Scott, the hosts of GeekNights, record a show live right here at the New York Anime Festival!
4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Saturday, Dec 8
Anime Fandom Panel Room
Wedge Holdings Industry Panel
Do the names CATBLUE Dynamite, Metal Hazard Mugen, and Velvet Underworld mean anything to you? After this hour, they will. Anime company Wedge Holdings has flown all the way from Japan to present their newest titles to America for the first time!
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Saturday, Dec 8
Anime Panel Room
Purple SKY Magazine
Purple SKY is an English print quarterly focusing on Japanese rock music and culture. Come join the Purple SKY staff as they share tales from the music world and preview their next issue.
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Saturday, Dec 8
Manga Panel Room
J-Horror with David Kalat
Explore the history and cultural importance of contemporary Asian horror movies with David Kalat, author of Vertical's J-Horror: The Definitive Guide to The Ring, The Grudge, and Beyond. Kalat will share his research into the unique role these films play in the global film industry and explore their hidden roots in Asian folklore with selected clips for illustration.
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Saturday, Dec 8
Anime Culture Panel Room
Uncle Yo: Otaku Comedian
Uncle Yo, the love child of Gainax and George Carlin, is prepped for his debut performance at NYAF. Armed with only his giant D20 and his patented "manga-moticons," Uncle Yo promises to make you laugh so hard your chibi will feel it.
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Saturday, Dec 8
Anime Fandom Panel Room
ANIPLEX Industry Panel
ANIPLEX is a leading anime and music producer originally formed as Sony Pictures Entertainment Visual Works in 1995 in Japan. It's been responsible for hits including Fullmetal Alchemist, Rurouni Kenshin, and Blood+, and the company's traveled all the way to New York to present an exciting, new anime!
6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Saturday, Dec 8
Anime Panel Room
OTAKU USA
Join Patrick Macias, the editor of chief of OTAKU USA, as he gabs about the inner workings of the new bi-monthly magazine devoted to anime, manga, gaming, J-Pop, and cosplay. Other contributors to the magazine and special guests will be joining him for jokes, giveaways, and Q&A from you, the readers. A splendid time is guaranteed for all!
6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Saturday, Dec 8
Manga Panel Room
Sake and The City
Timothy Sullivan from UrbanSake.com gives a fresh and enjoyable look into the sometimes mysterious, always delicious world of sake. Sake production, history, and the current state of sake culture in the US will be discussed as will the development and evolution of UrbanSake.com and Tim's personal insights into the NYC sake scene including sake hotspots that are not to be missed. Kampai!
6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Saturday, Dec 8
Anime Culture Panel Room
Fan Fiction Workshop
Do you have an idea for a fanfic but no idea how to get started? Do you want to make an existing fic better? Then, this panel is the place to be! Headed by two fans who have been writing for 11 years, the Fan Fiction Workshop will introduce you to the tools you need to write the best fanfic you can and get it noticed.
6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Saturday, Dec 8
Anime Fandom Panel Room
TOKYOPOP Creators Spotlight
Join a diverse and talented panel of artists and authors as they discuss the creation of their original and innovative TOKYOPOP manga titles. For a complete list of all the TOKYOPOP creators participating, please visit tokyopop.com.
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Sunday, Dec 9
Manga Panel Room
TOKYOPOP Special Event
Top Secret!
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Sunday, Dec 9
TOKYOPOP Stage
Sgt. Frog: Calling All Frogs!
A frog invasion is imminent! Choose sides while you still can! Come get your marching orders and a sneak peek at one of the most-anticipated anime series of the year. Fabulous prizes will be awarded to the best Sgt. Frog cosplayers.
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Sunday, Dec 9
Anime Panel Room
Vertical, Inc. Industry Panel
Vertical, the premier publishers of Osamu Tezuka, Aranzi Aronzo, J-Horror, classic manga, and more, reveals its plans for 2008, including a sneak peak at Dororo, Cute Stuff, and The Guin Saga Manga.
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Sunday, Dec 9
Manga Panel Room
Samurai and Feudal Japan
The samurai. Men of honor, culture, and beauty -- or starving, cut-throat thugs? Feudal Japan. A land of noble castles and tranquil cherry blossoms -- or a country torn apart by countless wars? Ithaca College Professor Joanne Izbicki and Samurai Sword Soul founder Yoshi Amao explore the Japanese past you thought you knew and discover the sometimes harsh realities of Japan's feudal age.
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Sunday, Dec 9
Anime Culture Panel Room
Cosplay Workshop
Join Guest of Honor Aimee Major Steinberger, award-winning cosplayer since 2002, for a workshop on cosplay techniques. Learn about wig styling, modifying patterns, proportioning from anime, and much more.
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Sunday, Dec 9
Anime Fandom Panel Room
ADV Films Industry Panel
When it comes to ADV Films, only one thing's for sure: You never know what they'll think of next! Come to the ADV Industry Panel and be amazed. This is your chance to pepper ADV executives with unanswerable questions (and perhaps even shake loose a shocking revelation or two). There will be at least one surprise announcement and -- of course -- prizes, prizes, prizes!
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Sunday, Dec 9
Anime Panel Room
State of the Manga Industry
America's most-prolific publishers gather to talk about their hits and misses in 2007 and ponder where manga in America is headed in 2008. Moderated by Patrick Macias.
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Sunday, Dec 9
Manga Panel Room
Noh, Kabuki, and Bunraku
Ithaca College Professor Joanne Izbicki serves as guide in this survey of the rich and textured history of Japanese theatre, detailing three of Japan's most vivid forms -- Noh, Kabuki, and Bunraku -- and describing some of Japan's most famous plays.
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Sunday, Dec 9
Anime Culture Panel Room
The Video Game Match Game
Six celebrities. Two contestants. Limitless insanity. Enjoy the laughs in this homage to a classic game show with a video game twist. Hosted by GeekNights.
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Sunday, Dec 9
Anime Fandom Panel Room
State of the Anime Industry
Anime News Network Editor-in-Chief Chris Macdonald sits down with the biggest names in the anime industry to talk about what worked in 2007 (and what didn't) and where the anime market is heading in 2008.
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Sunday, Dec 9
Anime Panel Room
TOKYOPOP Industry Panel
Rob Tokar (Editor-in-Chief), Lillian Diaz Przybyl (Senior Editor), Jeremy Ross (Director of New Product Development), and other TOKYOPOP reps give you the inside scoop and sizzle behind the company walls. Get exclusive news and details on upcoming projects for 2008 and beyond. TOKYOPOP continues to lead the manga revolution!
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Sunday, Dec 9
Manga Panel Room
Japanese Woodblock Prints
Before there was manga, there was the woodblock print -- the pop art of Japan's feudal time. Ithaca College Professor Joanne Izbicki narrates the evolution of the woodblock print, from its earliest origins to its lasting influence on contemporary art, with illustrations from Japan's printing masters.
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Sunday, Dec 9
Anime Culture Panel Room
Starting an Anime Club
Like anime? Want to watch it with someone other than your Ichigo Kurosaki plushie? Then, you want to be part of an anime club. Need help starting one? The Anime Club of Long Island spends an hour talking about everything you'll need to a club running!
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Sunday, Dec 9
Anime Fandom Panel Room
Anime Innovation Tokyo
THINK Corporation's Anime Innovation Tokyo provides creators and production companies, either professionals or amateurs, with the funds, equipment, and opportunities to create their own, original animations. They've come all the way from Japan to present some of their upcoming projects!
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Sunday, Dec 9
Anime Panel Room
DramaQueen: Action & Romance
Manga publisher DramaQueen discusses its current Romance line and announces the debut of its Action imprint! The DQ Staff will take questions from the audience and even hold an interactive game where you can take home DramaQueen swag.
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Sunday, Dec 9
Manga Panel Room
Yasuhiro Koshi Spotlight
Mr. Koshi's worked on films including Battle Royale, The Last Samurai, Casshern, and Godzilla: Final Wars. Listen to behind-the-scenes stories from the sets of some of Japan's biggest films, and get the scoop on Mr. Koshi's new series -- G-FIVE.
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Sunday, Dec 9
Anime Culture Panel Room
Turning Webcomics and Fan Art into a Career
Can you earn a living off of art? Absolutely! Adam Ghahramani of TheOtaku.com leads a discussion on how to take fan art or webcomics and transform them into a profession.
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Sunday, Dec 9
Anime Fandom Panel Room
Bandai Entertainment Industry Panel
2007 has been an amazing year for Bandai Entertainment with titles like The Melancholy of Haruhi Suzumiya, Ghost and the Shell: Solid State Society, and My-OTOME just to name a few. But that's just the beginning! 2008 promises to be just as exciting with series like CODE GEASS: Lelouch of the Rebellion, Ayakashi Ayashi, and many more. Join Bandai Entertainment President Ken Iyadomi and Director of Sales and Marketing Robert Napton for this informative hour with announcements, previews, and plenty of swag!
3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Sunday, Dec 9
Anime Panel Room
Del Rey & Marvel Comics
Join Del Rey Manga and Marvel Comics for a special announcement!
3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Sunday, Dec 9
Manga Panel Room
Taylor, Ortiz, Lillis, & McGonnigal Spotlight
Veronica Taylor, Lisa Ortiz, Rachael Lills, and Jamie McGonnigal are four of New York City's most accomplished voice actors. Find out what it's really like to work in the voice acting field from these hometown heroes. Also, expect laughing, poking, and funny voices.
3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Sunday, Dec 9
Anime Culture Panel Room
Anime in NYC
Want to make the most of your time in New York City? This panel presents a special look at the local events, places, and organizations no otaku should miss!
3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Sunday, Dec 9
Anime Fandom Panel Room
Central Park Media Industry Panel
From Grave of the Fireflies to Record of Lodoss War, Central Park Media pioneered anime in America. Learn what they're up to now and what's just beyond the horizon.
4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Sunday, Dec 9
Anime Panel Room
UDON Comics Industry Panel
UDON is an award-winning Canadian-based publisher behind the official comics, manga, and artbooks based on Capcom's popular Street Fighter and Darkstalkers. They've come to NYAF to speak about their latest releases -- including new Street Fighter II and Sakura Ganbaru manga, the Street Fighter: Vol 4 - Bonus Stages trade paperback, Chiro and Dorothy translated manhwa, and UDON's Art of Capcom -- a deluxe 300 page artbook showcasing the studio's extensive work with the legendary Japanese video game publisher. UDON may even reveal some upcoming projects, too!
4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Sunday, Dec 9
Manga Panel Room
Lolita Lifestyle
What is Lolita? How did it start? What are the misconceptions? What are the most important things for new Lolitas to learn? Enter the world of Lolita -- from trends, fashion, and brands to etiquette, personality, and life -- with a selection of Lolitas on a mission as your guides. This panel will be positively Rococo!
4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Sunday, Dec 9
Anime Culture Panel Room
Kaiju Big Battel
Blending the worlds of professional wrestling, Japanese giant monsters, and high art, Kaiju Big Battel is an experience like no other. Sit back as the Kaiju team explain what goes into their events, how kaiju are made, and why you're never safe from Dr. Cube!
4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Sunday, Dec 9
Anime Fandom Panel Room
Closing Ceremonies
It's over! It's done! Wave farewell to the first New York Anime Festival, then run off to the Official After Party at Forbidden City!
5:00 PM - 5:30 PM
Sunday, Dec 9
TOKYOPOP Stage
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