Anime or Japanese animation as it’s often called in the West, is a transcendent cultural phenomenon with millions of adoring fans.
On May 7, from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m., the Anime Club at Lindsay Thurber Comprehensive High School is organizing a one-of-a-kind festival (taking place at the school) to bring Central Alberta anime fans together.
Admission is $10 and will raise money for the Red Cross’ Japanese Tsunami/Earthquake relief effort. The Anime Club is also waiting for school approval to organize a field trip to Japan next year, in which case half of the proceeds from the ANICON 2011 festival will be put toward the trip.
“A lot of people who like anime like it on their own and just stay in their basements,” said Miriam Irons, sponsor teacher of the Anime Club at Lindsay Thurber.
“This is a great opportunity for anime lovers to meet and discuss and enjoy their passion together.”
The event will feature anime viewing parties, game rooms, extreme origami, a maid cafe, cosplay (or costume play), anime match-making, and many more fun activities.
Also, the 404s, an Edmonton-based improv group that has played many festivals throughout North America will be here for a special anime-themed performance.
For more information, visit lindsaythurber.rdpsd.ab.ca.