Media Release FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE October 16, 2013 Contact: Ryan LaFata, 757/728-5328
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[email protected] Time to Get Animated --NekoCon 16 Japanese Anime Convention Returns to the Hampton Roads Convention Center November 1-3-- Hampton, Virginia- This November 1-3, join over 5,000 anime and Japanese culture enthusiasts the Hampton Roads Convention Center welcomes back Virginia’s longest running Japanese anime and culture convention, NekoCon 16! Activities range from panels involving Nekocon 16’s many guests and other presenters, to nightly concerts and dances, as well as the ever-popular cosplay (where individuals dress up as their favorite character or creation). Nekocon 16 also has a Dealer’s Room where fans can purchase DVDs, posters, t-shirts, manga, imported Japanese goods and traditional clothing, art supplies, and more! The show will feature an Artist Alley where you can interact with and browse the creative output of many independent artists and studios. Attendees are invited to participate in workshops, a karaoke contest, and video and board gaming areas (with tournaments). Other major highlights include the anime music video contest, Asian Ball Joint Doll Tea Party, and an art show. -More- Time to Get Animated- NekoCon 16 Returns to the Hampton Roads Convention Center November 1-3- Page 2 Nekocon 16 Highlights Hello Kitty will be at Nekocon 16 celebrating her 40th birthday! Come join her at her birthday party and other events during the duration of the convention. A new comedy programming track featuring a variety of geek-themed comedians, including Uncle Yo, +2 Comedy, and local Hampton Roads geek comedians.