Guest Panels

Ai Furihata

Ai Furihata Q&A
AP
Come meet Ai Furihata! Let's welcome her warmly to her first North American convention and discuss her newest mini album, Memories of Romance in Summer, and her career.
 

Brianna Knickerbocker

Brianna Knickerbocker Q&A
AP
Come meet with Brianna Knickerbocker, the voice behind popular characters such as Rem (Re:Zero) and Hu Tao (Genshin Impact) as she answers questions about the voice over roles she had over the years, the challenges she encountered, and bringing characters to life in both anime and video games.

Genshin Impact with Ratana and Brianna Knickerbocker
AP
What do Yae Miko and Hu Tao have in common? Maybe a lot more than you think! Meet the voices behind Yae Miko (Ratana) and Hu Tao (Brianna Knickerbocker) as they discuss their experiences and answer questions about Genshin Impact in this Genshin themed panel.

Let's Gacha with HuTao! ft. Brianna Knickerbocker
AP
Calling all whales! Hu Tao is here to bless or curse your summons! Join Brianna Knickerbocker as she becomes the catalyst for your next summon/rolls in any of your gacha games!
 

DEMONDICE

DEMONDICE Q&A (Now Remote!)
AP
Come meet DEMONDICE! Learn about her journey of navigating the underground internet rap scene in Japan!
 

Ratana

Genshin Impact with Ratana and Brianna Knickerbocker
AP
What do Yae Miko and Hu Tao have in common? Maybe a lot more than you think! Meet the voices behind Yae Miko (Ratana) and Hu Tao (Brianna Knickerbocker) as they discuss their experiences and answer questions about Genshin Impact in this Genshin themed panel.

Let's Talk Fire Emblem with Ratana
AP
Join Ratana, the voice behind Leonie and Ishtar, as she discusses her role in the Fire Emblem series, her experience in bringing characters to life with her voice, and share her thoughts on Fire Emblem's story.

Women of Colour in Voice Over and Gaming
AP
As a Filipino-Thai-American, Ratana strives to inspire future generations of women and people of colour to follow their passion in voice over and gaming. Join the discussion with Ratana as she discusses her success story, the challenges women and people of colour face, and how you can succeed in the voice acting and gaming industry.
 

Sarah Williams

Let’s get nostalgic! with Sarah Williams
AP
A (mostly biased) look back at anime of yesteryear and growing up as an anime fan with voice actress Sarah Williams.

Meet Sarah Williams Q&A
AP
Sarah Williams is a Los Angeles based voice actor for video games, animation, anime, and other areas. Some of her known roles include Jinx from League of Legends, Sayaka Miki from Madoka Magica, Nonon Jakuzure from Kill La Kill, Lisbeth from Sword Art Online, and Neferpitou from Hunter x Hunter.

Voice Acting Tips and Tricks with Sarah Williams
AP
Want to know what it takes to be a voice actor? Join Sarah Williams as she discusses tips and tricks to achieving your voice acting dream!
 

STEREO DIVE FOUNDATION

STEREO DIVE FOUNDATION Q&A
AP
Come meet STEREO DIVE FOUNDATION! Let's discuss his anime hits, as well as his composing and production experience!
 

YuzuPyon

Going Full Body with YuzuPyon
14P
So you wanna be a VTuber, or maybe you're just curious on how all of the hardware and software works? Join YuzuPyon as she demonstrates the different levels of tracking for 2D and 3D avatars, going into detail about the tech, and what you can do on a budget. Be more than human, become a virtual waifu or husbando!

The Inner Workings of Being an Online Content Creator w/ YuzuPyon
14P
Come join YuzuPyon in a candid conversation about her experiences in the world of content creation. She'll share a view of her journey, the triumphs and challenges of social media, and will delve into the mental health aspects of this unique lifestyle.

The discussion will also explore key concepts such as building your brand and crafting your online personality as a content creator. In the digital age, perception plays a crucial role, and knowing how to effectively define your online identity can give you control over how you're perceived. Be ready to dive into the ins and outs of personal branding on the internet with YuzuPyon!
 

The 404s Improv Comedy

The 404s Present “Pokémon: The Rocket Replacement”
14P
They’re out for trouble - let’s make it double! Join The 404s as they take up a life of crime in the world of Pokémon. Two Villainous teams compete in a series of unscripted improv games to become the next Team Rocket... All watched over by a dastardly Nurse Joy.

The 404s Present "Last Pants Standing: 18+ Anime Improv Show"
14P
Tales will be told and tails will be seen! The 404s and their infamous "after dark" show will make you bust your seams in ways you can’t imagine, as The 404s perform a series of improv games driven by your anime-inspired suggestions and otaku fandom ideas. Bring your IDs for entry to this 18+ show!

The 404s Present “Anime Improvaganza: Celebrating 20 Years of Otaku Comedy!”
14P
The 404s celebrate their 20th anniversary with this special show dedicated to all the anime from 2003 to today, with special nods to manga, games, and fandom stories over the past twenty years. This show is not to be missed!

The 404s Present: "The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly (Advice Panel)"
MP
How do you get a con girlfriend? What anime should I watch this season? How do you hide a dead body? The 404s are here to help with any questions you may have with The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly Advice panel! Bring your craziest questions to our panelists and get three hilariously different perspectives on what you should do. *Disclaimer* Advice given from the Good, The Bad, and The Ugly Advice panelists are meant for entertainment purposes only and it’s probably not the best idea to take advice from comedians in the first place.
 

Teeny

Branding yourself as a full-time Indie Vtuber and where to start
AP
Being an indie vtuber is a really interesting experience because YOU are in charge of ALL of the behind the scenes that goes into being a vtuber! If you have ever wanted to learn what goes into branding yourself in the vtubing space, look no further~
 

Silvi

Silvi's Super Summer Concert!
AP
Silvi is back to give you another spectacular musical show! She will sing all of your favorite songs from popular anime! Get your summer started by singing along with hits you know and love! Plus, a special surprise at the end of the show!
 

Yumemi

Yumemi夢美 Virtual LIVE Concert
AP
My name is Yumemi夢美, a solo Jpop galaxy idol from Toronto! I love performing on stage and as Vtuber, lets spread all beautiful dreams!
 

Kilia Kurayami

Kilia's Karaoke Concert: Retro Rewind!
AP
Let this beautiful siren lure you on a trip down memory lane with all of your favorite anime songs from ages past! EIEN Project's British orca will send you on a musical journey to the 2000's with crowd pleasers that will capture your heart! Kilia's beautiful voice will enthrall you and have you clapping, cheering, and singing along to your favorite old tunes! Kilia is ready to make a big singing splash at Animethon, don't miss it!
 

APRICITY

APRICITY Dance Showcase
AP
It's APRICITY's 10th year! Come see their KPOP Showcase on our Entertainment Stage!
 

Pure Octane

Pure Octane Presents: Music From Studio Ghibli
AP
Come join Pure Octane as they take you through the music of Studio Ghibli with a jazz twist.
 

Windrise

Windrise Band - Tribute to Genshin Impact Music
AP
Windrise is a small, Edmonton-based wind ensemble that performs in cosplay and specializes in playing the music from Genshin Impact