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VIDEO: Yoko Kanno to Debut "PIANO ME" Concert at Otakon 2013
"The simple intimacy of one performer with one instrument will be enhanced by experimental live visuals that respond to her performance"
Baltimore's Otakon announced that the event will be presenting renowned composer Yoko Kanno's (Cowboy Bebop, Ghost in the Shell: Stand Alone Complex) "Piano Me" at the event. For this concert, "the simple intimacy of one performer with one instrument will be enhanced by experimental live visuals that respond to her performance." Get a preview after the jump.
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Otakon Announces Las Vegas Expansion
One of the top anime conventions on America's east coast will be going west
Otakon, one of the top anime conventions on America's east coast, will be going west. New event Otakon Vegas will be held at the Planet Hollywood Resort and Casino in Las Vegas, Nevada from January 3-5. More after the jump.
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VIDEO: Kickstarter Previews "Crisis Heart Brawlers: Clash at Otakon!" Game
Otakon raises funds for beat 'em up game commemorating 20th anniversary
East coast anime convention titan Otakon has launched a Kickstarter to crowd-fund a video game that celebrates the 20th anniversary of the event. Beat 'em up Crisis Heart Brawlers: Clash at Otakon will feature voice actors Johnny Yong Bosch, Cristina Vee, Kyle Hebert, and Todd Haberkorn. Check out a new preview video after the jump.
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Writer of "Madoka Magica" and "Fate/Zero" Visits the White House
Urobutcher not invited to stay in the Lincoln Bedroom
When Japanese guests are hosted by American anime conventions, they typically indulge in some tourism. After attending Baltimore's Otakon, writer of Madoka Magica and Fate/Zero Gen Urobuchi visited the White House. They didn't invite him to stay in the Lincoln Bedroom. See what happened after the jump.
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FUNimation Adds "One Piece: Strong World," "Akira," and Much More
Roundup of Otakon licenses includes the Fairy Tail film, among others
FUNimation's Otakon 2012 panel just ended, and the company had plenty to announce as far as licenses and upcoming releases are concerned. License announcements kicked off with Tenchi Muyo! War on Geminar, and then quickly snowballed from there. One Piece, Fairy Tail, Akira, and much more past the jump!
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Aniplex Announces "Durarara!!" Blu-ray Lunch Box Set and More
Company also reveals more of the "Blue Exorcist" dub cast and LiSA single
Aniplex of America had a few things to share at its Otakon panel today, the biggest of which had to do with an upcoming Blu-ray release of the Durarara!! anime. That, more Blue Exorcist dub cast, and more after the jump!
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This Week in CRNews: OTAKOOOON! Edition
Hot news, big features, and stories you may have missed!
Lots going on this weekend, what with Otakon 2012 taking over Baltimore's sweat-drenched streets. It's hot enough where I am, so I don't even want to think about how hot it is there. Anyone at the convention right now? Let us know after you peep the weekly news recap past the break!
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FUNimation Licenses "Aquarion EVOL" Anime
Satelight's Otakon panel reveals license of mecha series
A few cool things went down at this morning's Otakon panel for anime studio Satelight. In addition to showing unused, never-screened footage created for Macross F pachislot commercials, they revealed FUNimation's acquisition of streaming rights for the Aquarion EVOL anime. Read on for more!
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NIS America Licenses "Umineko no Naku Koro ni" Anime
Two-volume premium Blu-ray release due in December
NIS America announced the license of Umineko no Naku Koro ni (Umineko: When They Cry) at its Otakon panel this morning, with plans to release the series in two premium Blu-ray volumes this December. Read on for more!
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Crunchyroll Adds "Angel Beats!," "Moyashimon" Season 1, and "Hell Girl" Season 2
New streams announced at Crunchyroll's Otakon 2012 panel!
Crunchyroll is adding a handful of new streams to its lineup, as announced at this year's Otakon panel. New additions include season one of Moyashimon, Angel Beats!, and Hell Girl season two. Read on for more!
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Press Release] Otakon is proud to welcome back Michael Sinterniklaas
Baltimore, MD (June 7, 2012) – Otakon is excited to welcome back Michael Sinterniklaas.
A veteran of the Anime industry, Michael founded the recording studio NYAV Post LLC in 2000 which now has facilities in both New York and Los Angeles.
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Feature: Tony Oliver Video Interview on A3K TV
Voice Actor Tony Oliver Discusses His Career in Anime and Games.
Voice Actor and producer Tony Oliver sits down with Anime3000.com for a video interview that took place at Otakon 2011.
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Third Season of Code Geass Confirmed
A Brand New Season of Code Geass is Slated for 2012
Masayuki Ozaki, the General Manager for Overseas Development at Sunrise confirmed that this will indeed be the next season of the series. More after the jump.
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Otakon raises over $65,000 for Japan Relief
Baltimore, MD (Aug 2, 2011) – Otakon 2011 digs deep for Japan Relief and raises over ¥5,000,000 ($65,000).
In an unprecedented show of generosity and goodwill, members of Otakon 2011 including attendees, guests, industry partners, and staff raised $65,150 for Japan Relief. The various efforts included merchandise (t-shirts, wristbands, buttons etc), Otakon exclusive Madoka Magica posters, charity autograph session with Nobuo Uematsu, and our hugely successful Charity Auction.
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