The anime room is the place to find a constant stream of anime shows . Westbrooks says , “ The anime room will be streaming new and beloved episodes of anime all day , thanks to the free Crunchyroll streaming service for conventions .”
One of the most popular events at Annicon returns this year , the Cosplay Contest . There are multiple categories for different age groups and different types of costumes . Cosplay is the art of dressing as an anime , manga , or comic book character . Martial Arts demonstrations , provided by Ted Turgeon ' s Taekwondo Studio , JSU Judo Club , and Heflin Taekwondo , will also be presented on the main stage .
Special guest Jennifer Cihi , the voice of Sailor Moon , will be at Annicon to speak to attendees about breaking into the acting industry and give out autographs . Read more about her >>
Learn about the Chinese language from JSU Librarian and Professor , Hanrong Wang , and have your name written in Chinese . Other historical and educational opportunities will be available . “ History and education abound with real relics and information from the Berman Museum , and action-packed history lessons from JSU History Professor Dr . Llew Cook and JSU Asian History Professor Dr . Helen Kaibara ,” says Westbrooks .
Yoga , belly dancing , and origami will all be found at AnniCon 2018 . You can also expect live music . “ Musical groups include Guardian of Troy , a metal band performing a tribute to anime and video game music , and The KBK , an Asian-inspired apocalyptic surf punk band ,” says Westbrooks .
“ JSU educators , the Berman Museum , library professionals throughout Calhoun
2018 AnniCon Planning Committee
• Kim Westbrooks - Chair & Marketing
• Blake Dodgen - Vice Chair & Events Coordinator
• Shane Spears - Secretary , Treasurer , Technology & Website
• Erin Coward - Anime Room
• Erin Barkwell - Art & Design
• Samantha Kelly - Cosplay Contest
• Briana Dodgen - Fundraising
• James King - Gaming Room
• Jason Coward - Logistics
• Kelly Barkwell - Security
• Karlie Johnson - Vending
• Christy Wallace - Volunteers
County , and many avid anime fans have volunteered their time to give AnniCon attendees an opportunity to have fun and expand their world through educational , immersive experiences , Westbrooks says . In fact , an anonymous underwriter has covered the cost of the Anniston Meeting Center for the event . ✽
12 February 2018
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