NYCC 2021 | Yen Press Anime Preview: Read the Books First!
There’s so much great anime coming out—many of them based on great Yen Press titles! Join Yen Press as they present some of their favorite upcoming anime and discuss the books that inspired them.
NYCC 2021 | Crunchyroll Industry Panel
Hear about all the latest and greatest anime and manga coming out of Crunchyroll, straight from the source!
NYCC 2021 | Avatar: Braving the Elements LIVE - NYCC Edition!
Enter the amazing world of Avatar! Live from New York Comic Con, join Avatar: Braving the Elements podcast hosts Janet Varney (the voice of Korra) and Dante Basco (the voice of Prince Zuko) for a live taping of an all-new episode. Co-produced by Nickelodeon and iHeartRadio, the official companion podcast extends the world of Avatar: The Last Airbender for loyal fans who grew up on the beloved franchise and those discovering the series for the first time. Featuring Janet and Dante, along with special guests, this one-of-a-kind panel explores every element of the Avatarverse, including the origins of the story and how Avatar was brought to life!
NYCC 2021 | VIZ Media Official Panel
VIZ Panels are back! Come get the latest news on popular manga and anime like MY HERO ACADEMIA, ONE PIECE, YASHAHIME, and many more. Joining us are super-talented voice actors Johnny Yong Bosch and Cristina Vee. Come play games, win prizes, and have a blast!
NYCC 2021 | Cospositivity: Fitness & Body Love in the Cosplay Community
Hosted by Heather Boddy. The cosplay community should be a safe space for people of all shapes and sizes. Unfortunately that is not always the case. Of course we want to feel amazing strong and empowered in our cosplays but that doesn’t mean we have to beat ourselves up at the gym to look like the character we are cosplaying. In this panel we will discuss how to fall in love with fitness and channel your inner superhero as well as what it means to love yourself throughout the process. Cosplay and fitness should both feel empowering. Let’s have a conversation about how to feel better in our bodies in and out of cosplay.
NYCC 2021 | What a Drag! A Panel on drag and cosplay!
From Video Games to Comics Anime and more come explore a world where Drag meets Cosplay! This inclusive panel of queens kings and everything in between will be having an open discussion about cosplaying their favorite characters through the queer lens as well as challenges we face melding the two artforms together within the industry of drag.
 We'll touch on a range of topics including our favorite cosplays how we create our performances and creating art that honors source materials while also being culturally responsible and avoiding cultural appropriation. We believe that drag and cosplay are for everyone and that there is so much both communities can teach each other about their respective art forms in order to help everyone grow as transformation artists. So come with your questions (even those filled with tea or shade!) and let’s talk about nerdy drag! Moderated by Crimson Kitty (Mx. Nerd NY 2018) and special guest Erika Klash
Women, trans, and nonbinary cosplayers can face unique challenges when looking for help. Body shaming self-esteem ability shaming slut-shaming and misogyny can be barriers to getting the help and support we need. The SheProp! Community is here to help including Raisin Cosplay, Maweezy, Tin Lizzy, ThouArtAnuli, SewSilly, and Rebecca Noel. Our panelists of experienced cosplayers are ready to answer your questions whether they are about creating a costume or surviving and thriving in the cosplay community. Come and join the discussion about why SheProp! has quickly become a vital presence for women trans and non-binary makers providing a space for accessible support & encouragement for costume designers SFX artists cosplayers and more at all skill levels.
NYCC 2021 | Nailed It: Project Cosplay!
Nailed It: Project Cosplay is back again after a highly successful run in 2018 to bring you an hour of fun and creative competition! Think you have what it takes to cobble together a standout cosplay in an hour? Compete with your friends and family to create the cosplay of your dreams with unexpected items! But don't worry our judges (fashion industry designers & cosplayers) will be there to coach you & cheer you on! So gather your squad & come to show off your skills. Trust us this will be the most fun you have at NYCC!