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| Jamie McGonnigal, voice actor |
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Jamie McGonnigal is best known for his voice-acting roles on Viva Pinata!, WB’s Pokemon and Yu Gi Oh! and 4Kids/The Cartoon Network’s One Piece, F-Zero and Kirby. Other voice over roles include anime titles Weiss Kreuz (Omi), Magic User’s Club (Takeo), World of Narue (Kazuto) and The Weathering Continent (Tieh). Jamie recorded for the video game, XSEED’s Shadow Hearts: From The New World for PS2, playing the lead role of Johnny Garland.
Jamie is also a founding producer of the New York Musical Theatre Festival. As an actor, he has appeared on stages regionally and in NYC in a number of roles. His work as a producer and director includes his World AIDS Day concert productions of Pippin (starring Rosie O’Donnell and Ben Vereen), Children of Eden and The Secret Garden.
Jamie’s drive to the make the world a better place is now focused on www.talkaboutequality.org. Visit www.JamieMcG.com for more information. |
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This is a Philadelphia based Light Saber enthusiast group.
The PA Jedi are a community of people and teachers who share practical Martial Arts as well as Western based and Stage Combat oriented Light Saber techniques. With the exciting option of creating your own character, PA Jedi get to be the Hero or Baddie!
Although not strictly anime, we are extremely excited that they are joining us. Perhaps they will recruit some new Padawan’s.
Check them out at www.pajedi.com |
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Dusk-sensei will be running a workshop to introduce you to the Japanese language. She is an adjunct instructor at Rowan University where she teaches the extremely popular Japanese classes. We are excited that she can join us at GCAC. |
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| Peter and Katie Tom-Wolverton |
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In the world of anime music videos (AMV’s) Peter is known as Scintilla and Katie is Cyanna, both of Aquiline Studios. Peter is a graduate of The College of New Jersey and Katie is a graduate of Seton Hall University. Their AMV’s are known for their high quality and high entertainment value. They have graciously offered to talk to us about the technical aspects of making AMV’s. Peter has written guides to help AMV editors, and several of his videos have won major awards. Peter’s most popular video to date is undoubtedly the Alternate Eva Opening: Eva Bebop, but one of his personal favorites is Dueling Videos: Under Ice. Katie has an emphasis on storytelling. Her current favorite of her own videos is "La Cane de Feu" ( http://www.a-m-v.org/video/170310 ). But, Peter also recommends "Beauty and the Baka" ( http://www.a-m-v.org/video/158394 ).
http://www.aquilinestudios.org/ |
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Cosplay Comedian Joe has been performing in numerous different cons, bringing his style of observational humor about all things otaku. He has been gaining recognition as a rising star in the geek comedy world! (and he pulls no punches either!). Whether it be the trivial, such as anime terms or the very important, such as ways to protect your Pocky, or even offering the occasional word of wisdom to the otaku faithful, this standup comedian leaves no stone unturned as he dissects all things geek and keeps the laughs on coming!
Click HERE to learn more about Cosplay Comedian Joe. |
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We are excited that the L33tStr33t Boys are coming to KotoriCon. This is an anime otaku fantasy band most well known for its single and music video “Yuri The Only One.” Founded by vocalist/songwriter Matt Myers, and guitarist/producer Ryan “Frogs” McCormack, the band centers around a prep school punk singer (Matt,) a metrosexual elf guitarist (Justin,) a lesbian healer bassist (Rose) and a fire breathing dragon drummer (D-Dos.) An animated music video featuring original fictional characters, well-known anime and video game icons put to the song “Yuri The Only One”. It has had over 1 millions views on YouTube. As an indication of the band’s rising stature, Japanese TV recently featured LeetStreet Boys on a national TV program, Netstar.
Click HERE to learn more about the Leetstreet Boys. |
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We are excited that the L33tStr33t Boys are coming to KotoriCon. This is an anime otaku fantasy band most well known for its single and music video “Yuri The Only One.” Founded by vocalist/songwriter Matt Myers, and guitarist/producer Ryan “Frogs” McCormack, the band centers around a prep school punk singer (Matt,) a metrosexual elf guitarist (Justin,) a lesbian healer bassist (Rose) and a fire breathing dragon drummer (D-Dos.) An animated music video featuring original fictional characters, well-known anime and video game icons put to the song “Yuri The Only One”. It has had over 1 millions views on YouTube. As an indication of the band’s rising stature, Japanese TV recently featured LeetStreet Boys on a national TV program, Netstar.
Click HERE to learn more about Uncle Yo. |
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MaeMae is a local cosplay singer that specializes in playing Anime/Vocaloid Covers and Asian Pop music with versatile styles. MaeMae also welcomes audiences to sing and dance along to any songs to add more fun and excitement. Although new to the entertainment business, she has been featured at Reni's Maid Show and several other local conventions. |
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"KyoDaiko's Philly-based taiko drummers will rock the room with their heart-pounding, wall-shaking Japanese rhythms! And who knows, they might get YOU in the act, too!"
Click HERE to learn more about KyoDaiko. |
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