Jill Simcik
Sessions in which Jill Simcik attends
Friday 7 October, 2022
Welcome to the Boiling Isles, a fantastic place full of magic, monsters, witches and demons.Curious souls and inquisitive minds are invited to step through the portal and into a realm filled with inexplicable magical wonders!Meet your favorite witches and join us for a raffle and a thrilling discussion over all things The Owl House.In the words of Hooty: "It'll be a hooty-hoot!"
A different take on a typical Studio Ghibli panel that focuses less on the films themselves and more on the magic behind the wonder of the “Japanese Disney” - a Kingdom of Dreams and Madness two legendary animators worked themselves (and those around them) to the bone to create
The gang (and friends) join forces to play games, answer questions, and give out prizes in a fan panel all about Avatar: the Last Airbender and The Legend of Korra!
Vitamin H explores the weird, wild, world of youkai, Japan's traditional monster-spirits. Where did they come from? How many of them are there out there? Creature facts, famous stories, and even some tips on how to survive YOUR next encounter with these strange creatures!
Saturday 8 October, 2022
Whisper of the Heart, despite not being one of Studio Ghibli's most commercially successful films, is widely loved by anime fans around the world, especially anime fans in West Virginia due to its use of "Country Roads," but what is it about this cult classic of a film that resonates with people on such a deep level? This panel will analyze Whisper of the Heart using the ideas of the "Philosopher of the Heart," Soren Kierkegaard. By reading Whisper of the Heart's message in light of Kierke...
Tickets now available for both Saturday services! Our maids and butlers are excited to welcome everyone back for our 5th year. Tickets sell out quickly, so get yours today!!
They've worked all year for this moment. Whether it has been spent perfecting their costume or writing a skit, the cosplay contestants are ready to show off all their hard work! Come and watch them shine on the stage! Get those light sticks ready and be prepared to cheer for your favorites as they strut their stuff across the Tsubasacon Main Stage!
From the great state of Ohio with 30 years under his belt as a mix DJ, DJ TMD has traveled all over the East coast doing Comic-Con after parties and events. DJ TMD has also covered the college clubs for several years while also doing his own video and audio edits to have something a little different than other DJs. We’re excited to see what he will share with Tsubasacon at the Saturday Night Electronic Dance! Don’t miss it, it will be a family friendly event for everyone!
We will be looking at how fandom ships characters together, with a strong focus that ships don't always have to be romantic in nature. We will also ask the audience to talk about some of their non-romantic pairings at the end.
Sunday 9 October, 2022
Why do I like this cartoon that only kids should like? Come find out exactly what is appealing of all these shows and see how the world of children's television is a little more grown up than anyone expected. Maybe you’ll even discover something in an old beloved classic.
Hi there! My name is Bee, and I am currently a 1L in law school! I'm also an avid anime fan and cosplayer! Come discuss time management, law school strategies, professionalism, and how to work in a very formal profession while still being true to yourself.
Come watch (and sing along!) as Katwoman Cosplay performs fan-favorite anime openings, Disney and Steven Universe melodies, and maybe even some surprise fan songs.
While male homosexuality has been well-documented in Japan since samurai days, love between women, well, hasn’t. Yuri – lesbian manga and literature – has a relatively recent history in Japan, owing largely to Japan’s strict gender roles and conservative culture. Vitamin H documents the history of this genre, which most certainly extends past the blushing fanservice seen in today’s anime.
The #snailmailrevolution comes to Tsubasacon once again! Join this casual workshop where we talk about the culture of Snail Mail, the do's and don'ts, how to Snail Safely, how to find penpals, and more. After we chat, you can create your own stationery set to take with you. This is an all-inclusive, all-ages event.