Anime Frontier Powered By Crunchyroll, the premier Japanese pop culture festival of North Texas proudly presents its most expansive and diverse guest lineup to date, promising an extraordinary convergence of innovation, talent, and design. As the convention enters its third year, the unveiling of this comprehensive list of guests reflects not just growth but an explosion of offerings that transcends traditional boundaries. Japanese pop culture aficionados can join the festivities from December 8 to December 10 at the Fort Worth Convention Center.
This year’s Anime Frontier boasts a stellar international angle, bringing together anime and manga guests from various corners of the world. From Japanese voice actors to first-time-ever VTuber guests, the convergence of talents from across the globe sets the stage for an unforgettable weekend.
MK Goodwin, Portfolio Vice President at LeftField Media, expressed her excitement for this year’s lineup saying, “Across the world, artists converge for one incredible weekend of Anime Frontier. We’re thrilled to welcome so many exciting guests from the worlds of voice acting, artistry, and VTubing to Anime Frontier. This wide array of guest talent truly speaks to the broad range of interests anime fans have. We aim to meet fans where they are with who they want to meet – so this guest lineup reflects just that.”
The Dynamic Lineup Includes:
Vox Akuma – Virtual Guest
Guest of Honor | VTuber Guest
Prepare for an ethereal encounter as Vox Akuma, the charismatic VTuber affiliated with Nijisanji EN’s fourth wave “Luxiem,” graces Anime Frontier as a Guest of Honor. Renowned for his superhuman abilities and the first Nijisanji EN Liver to reach 1 million subscribers on YouTube, Vox Akuma will captivate audiences on Friday with an exclusive panel appearance.
hololive – Virtual Guest
Guest of Honor | VTuber Guest
Anime Frontier’s collaboration with hololive production, is set to wow fans! For the first time ever at Anime Frontier fans can anticipate a special panel by hololive Generation 0 superstar Hoshimachi Suisei and Mori Calliope from hololive English -Myth-. Dive into the immersive world of VTubers and celebrate the VTuber culture with hololive production in 2023.
Chiwa Saito – A Voice of Versatility
AT THE CON: Saturday and Sunday
Anime Frontier welcomes the versatile Chiwa Saito, known for her roles in Puella Magi Madoka Magica, Monogatari Series, and Fate/Grand Order. With over 100 anime productions and games under her belt since her debut in 1999, Chiwa Saito will grace the stage on Saturday, hosting a panel and autograph session.
Acky Bright – Manga Maestro
AT THE CON: Friday, Saturday, Sunday
Acky Bright, the acclaimed manga artist and illustrator, takes center stage at Anime Frontier. Known for his captivating “kawakakkoii” style drawings and collaborations with global brands like DC Comics, Hasbro, and Netflix’s “Squid Game,” Acky Bright’s influence on the industry is unparalleled. Don’t miss the chance to witness his extraordinary live drawing exhibitions throughout the weekend.
Eric Vale – Voiceover Virtuoso
AT THE CON: Friday, Saturday, Sunday
Anime Frontier proudly welcomes Eric Vale, the seasoned voice actor with over 21 years of experience. With iconic roles such as Shigaraki in My Hero Academia, Trunks in the Dragon Ball series, and Loke in Fairy Tale, Eric Vale’s extensive contributions to the anime world make him a must-see guest. Catch him on panels and at paid autograph sessions each day.
Steve Blum – The Veteran Voice Monkey
AT THE CON: Friday, Saturday, Sunday
Prepare for a voiceover extravaganza with Steve Blum, the veteran voice actor known for iconic roles like Spike Spiegel from Cowboy Bebop and Wolverine from X-Men. Inducted into the Guinness Book of World Records as the Most Prolific Voice Actor in Video Games, Steve Blum continues to enthrall audiences with his diverse portfolio. Join him on a panel and at paid autograph sessions throughout the weekend.
In addition to these luminaries, Anime Frontier welcomes an array of exceptional talents, including Alejandro Saab, Jonah Scott, Maile Flanagan, Marisa Duran, Max Mittelman, Ray Chase, and Robbie Daymond. Each of these guests brings their unique flair and expertise to the convention, promising fans an unparalleled experience.
But the excitement doesn’t end there! Anime Frontier is thrilled to announce that Bandai Namco Filmworks is bringing Kenji Tanabe and Tomoko Mori, Chief Animation Directors from the new hit show BLUE LOCK, to Anime Frontier. These rare Japanese guests are not often seen in DFW, making Anime Frontier the exclusive opportunity for fans to meet them in Fort Worth.
As Anime Frontier marks its third year, the 2023 edition promises to be a milestone event, showcasing not just the exponential growth of the convention but also the convergence of diverse talents from different art forms, industries, and corners of the world. Anime Frontier is thrilled to welcome guests to an immersive experience where innovation, talent, and design collide to create a world of anime magic.
For full schedule and further details please visit: AnimeFrontier.com. Anime Frontier admission badges are available now at AnimeFrontier.com. Fans looking to learn more can sign up for the Anime Frontier newsletter and follow the event on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram. Anime Frontier is from the makers of award-winning Anime NYC. The second largest anime convention in the USA, Anime NYC brings over 60,000 passionate fans together with leading creators and companies from the heart of the Japanese entertainment world.
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ANIME FRONTIER AT-A-GLANCE
DETAILS:
- December 8-10, 2023
- Fort Worth Convention Center – 1201 Houston St Fort Worth, TX 76102
- FRIDAY: 1 PM – 7 PM
- SATURDAY: 10 AM – 7 PM
- SUNDAY: 10 AM – 4 PM
- Panels run until 10:00 PM Friday & Saturday
TICKETS:
- Three-Day Tickets – $70
- Friday Ticket – $37
- Saturday Ticket – $42
- Sunday Ticket – $37
- Kids – $17
- Sunday Funday Family Pack – $74
- Weekend Family Fun Pack – $132
- All Tickets Available at: animefrontier.com/tickets/
- Website: animefrontier.com
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