Guest Colleen Clinkenbeard will talk about her work as an ADR Director in the Anime Industry and shed some light into the industry.

Guests Stephanie Sheh and Mary Elizabeth McGlynn will discuss their  roles in the hit Anime series Naruto, you may get to hear Naruto's Sexy Jutsu voice as well!

A selection of Anime Music Videos. This session is for ages 18 and up.

If you’re looking for a place to rant and complain about fandom then Anime BS is the place to be. Join Panda Cubed as they host a panel where you the fans can rant and complain about the fandom you love.

Do you enjoy comedy skits, magic tricks, card games, story-telling, or just want food? Then enjoy the Japanese nightlife at Sanguine Snack Bar, Phoenix Comicon’s very first Host and Hostess Club! At the Hyatt on the 2nd floor in the Atrium area.

Love to sing? Like to sing? Just want to sing? Every voice welcome. We have a variety of songs: anime, JRock, video games and cartoon themes. Let's raise the roof!

Love to sing? Like to sing? Just want to sing? Every voice welcome. We have a variety of songs: anime, JRock, video games and cartoon themes. Let's raise the roof!

Behind every great anime music video, often you'll find a hilarious story behind its inspiration. Come for the laughs as Rice and Haggis dish out some epic LOLZ. See the darker, crazier side of the people behind AMV's.

Come see this years hottest AMVs submitted for the AMV contest and help judge for the audience choice award.

It's opening night and anything goes at our first big blowout Anime Rave!

Whimsical rave with circus theme! Bright colors of the big top and fearsome acts inspire this anime rave. With "caged" go-go dancers dressed as the circus animals and the ring master around, it's sure to be a spectacular time!

The aesthetic vision of Huke's original BLACK ROCK SHOOTER  fan created video combining the vocals of Miku Hatsune with original animation by Ryo Huke. This Rave will delight current fans of BRS and introduce new fans to the series.

Based on the MTV show, Anime Singled Out is an interactive dating panel where lucky random chance can get you the date of your dreams. Well, not really.

A selection of Anime presented by Crunchyroll.

Anime Viewing room

Anime Viewing room

A special presentation will introduce participants to the roots of Japanese culture.  The program will be presented by Sensei Yuko Halada, a specialist in the presence of spirituality in Japanese Calligraphy.

A special presentation will introduce participants to the roots of Japanese culture.  The program will be presented by Sensei Yuko Halada, a specialist in the presence of spirituality in Japanese Calligraphy.

History of when the first doll was created and it become popular in the US. Stigmatism of the dolls, in Japan and social and cultural differences between East and West were resale of dolls are concern.

Aftercon's Asians in America panel is always a laugh. Whether it would be dispelling stereotypes or even promoting them, the panelists and the audience are always having fun.

Looking into the most popular male characters in anime and manga.

Marketplace setting for swapping or selling doll related clothing and accessories. Space will be available to try on outfits or accessories.

How do those gorgeous faces show up on these dolls?  How does one re-string a doll?  Is it safe for me to clean my doll? Come and hear all these answers and more in this informative panel.

A look at the art side of anime and manga and what it takes to build a good portfolio and get your artwork or name out to the public.

Come meet Manga Artist Jolene Houser and learn how to drawn characters in Mangas.

What more can we say? Come in costume and participate in a life size game of chess.

Two chess players face off with costumers as the chess pieces! Any type of costume is allowed--television, movie, anime, video game, comics, etc. According to the entrants, we'll divide the costumers into two teams, such as Pirates vs. Ninjas, Sci-Fi vs. Fantasy, or Boys vs. Girls. Special attacks are encouraged. Full rules and registration information will be posted in February.

Accuracy vs. interpretation. How do you bring a 2-dimensional design into a 3-dimensional world?  Where do you put seams on an outfit that is apparently seamless?   What kind of fabrics give the right effect when texture doesn't exist in anime?

Ever see people dressed up and think, "I'd like to do that!" but don’t know where to start? Need help with props, woodworking, or gadgets? Need help posing or staying in character? Just don't get the idea about dressing up? Come to this Q&A panel!

Jaina Solo shows you how to make realistic props and armor out of inexpensive craft foam! You won't believe how great the finished product looks!

Come meet guest Armand Villavert and get a PCC exclusive look at Credence, one of Armands newest works.

Ever see those para para videos or seen someone do a routine and you just waited for an arm to fly off? Ever venture over to Nico Video and see the large groups of people dancing to some song? Well come and join us for some fun!

Guest Mike McFarland will discuss his roles of Master Roshi, Android 8, Yajirobe, and Baby in the hit Anime Series Dragon Ball.

Come meet guests Armand Villavert and Tony Parker and get tips, Cheats and Shortcuts on how to finish your pages by deadline time.

Ever wanted to see what it would be like to voice act anime characters on the big screen? Think you have what it takes to be a voice actor? Come to our workshop and test out your voice acting skills behind the condenser mic.

Come talk to guest Mike McFarland and get an inside scoope on how this movie was directed and hear some of the never before told stories.

If your new to anime and want a crash course then this panel is for you. We’ll cover a wide variety of topics from anime and manga to the convention experience. This panel is great for parents who want to know what exactly their kids are into.

Anime feature film.

Anime feature film.

 Phoenix Comicon Film Festival featuring dozens of films from over 10 countries. Se film schedule for detailed listing of films to be shown.