Sébastien Mineau back again to breathe life into the event!
MC for 12 years, costumer for over 20, Sébastien Mineau hosts shows like no one else does. Kind and respectful, he knows the work that goes into creating cosplays first-hand, and is thus a perfect fit when it comes to being the voice of the masquerade. All are to have fun under his watch, be they under the spotlights or in the audience!
You may find Sébastien Mineau’s bio in the Guests section.
Ties and Ribbons to play at Nadeshicon!
Bringing songs from your favorite animes to life on guitars and drums, the Montreal-based J-Rock band has already unleashed its contagious energy in various events across the province, and will be stopping by Nadeshicon for their next explosive gig! Don’t miss it!
Head over to the Guests section to find Ties & Ribbons’ bio.
Arashi Daiko is coming back to Nadeshicon!
Following their roaring success in 2015, the taiko group is back once again to deliver yet another thunderous performance! Once used both in times of war and worship, the taiko has long been rooted in Japanese culture, its story running as deep as its sound soars high. Experience this powerful storm for yourself, and even take part in it!
You may find Arashi Daiko’s bio in the Guests section.
Ryunosuke Yamazumi back with a whole new show!
Multidisciplinary circus artist from Japan, Ryunosuke is a master at captivating his audience with his overflowing charisma and seemingly-impossible tricks. A fan-favorite every year, he will be performing one of his shows in Salle Hydro-Québec for the best, most colourful experience possible. Let yourself be carried away by the movement!
You may read Ryunosuke’s bio on our website:
https://www.nadeshicon.ca/en/guests/#ryunosuke
A brand new masquerade ball!
Elegance, sophistication and grace. On the night of April 6th, our world will meet another; a dignified, courtly one, and yet frivolous in its own right.
Join us for this very first iteration of our masquerade ball! Focused around ballroom dance, the ball will be prefaced with an introduction to the waltz so that everyone can take part in the fun! Formal wear is required, but it can of course be part of your cosplay!
Will you grant us this dance?
Badge pre-orders end in 54 hours!
Just about 2 days left before the end of pre-orders on badges! Don’t miss out on this chance to save $10 compared to the price on-site for the whole weekend!
Mother’s Basement and Tenleid at Nadeshicon!
Anime Pope and notorious Canadian anituber, Geoff Thew is well-known for his in-depth, analytical approach to anime, especially when it comes to opening sequences. More recently, he has taken it upon himself to raise awareness for various problems anime characters face by releasing a series of Public Service Anime; you may want to give them a look, else you may never see the danger coming.
His partner both in life and in creation, Tenleid has been using her seamstress skills for cosplay for over 6 years now. A character one day, another the next, her hands always seem to be at work creating her next outfit. Best known for her cosplays from the Persona series and DC comics, she helps Geoff run his Youtube channel when she’s not busy making anime real.
Come meet them at Nadeshicon, and maybe even get the blessing of the Anime Pope alongside his autograph!
You may find Mother’s Basement’s and Tenleid’s respective bios in the Guests section.
Arnie Roth is going to be at Nadeshicon!
Grammy-winning conductor and musical director, Arnie Roth is an artist whose list of contributions to the musical world never stops expanding. Mostly known in our community for his work alongside Nobuo Uematsu and for Square Enix, he conducts Distant Worlds: music from FINAL FANTASY and A New World: intimate music from Final Fantasy, the latter performing in Québec City on the Saturday of Nadeshicon! Don’t miss this chance to meet one of the great minds who bring our beloved fantasy worlds to life!
You may find Mr. Roth’s bio in the Guests section.
For more informations concerning the concert in Québec City, head over to the Facebook Event page for it.
Nadeshicon Idol is back!
Your favorite anime opening has you singing like a bird every time you hear it? You look up to japanese singers and hope to one day meet them as equals? Grab your mic, it’s time to shine!
Friendly singing contest, the Nadeshicon Idol will put your voice, your Japanese pronounciation, your knowledge of the lyrics, and, last but not least, your presence to the test through a live show. You may find the rules and evaluation criterias here, in French, here.
Rumor has it a certain mysterious challenger may enter the contest once again. Brace yourselves…
Nunumi to guest at Nadeshicon!
Christine Dallaire-Dupont, also known as Nunumi, is an artist who has worked on numerous animated productions created here. Her self-published comic, Sky Rover, was chosen as Jury Selection in the Manga category of the 20th Japan Media Arts Festival, which led her to tour all over Japan to give conferences and workshops on her art.
Now back to cold and icy Canada, she will be hosting various panels and workshops at Nadeshicon to share her experience, both the one in Japan and the one she has acquired pen in hand. Don’t forget to bring your drawing supplies and scissors to the workshops, and who knows, you may win a one year license for Clip Studio Paint!
You may find Nunumi’s bio in the Guests section.