AM2 Launches and Sets the Bar in Convention Entertainment
LOS ANGELES, Calif. (July 2, 2011) AM2 rocks out at the Anaheim Convention Center, and proves itself to the anime industry and convention fans with an amazing registration system which fans have a waiting period of under 20 minutes, with concerts by heidi. and Sadie, an amazing opening ceremonies and fashion show event, more to come this weekend for attendees with concerts, still to come, from top notch musical acts including Kanon Wakeshima, Kanon x Kanon, Scandal and fan favorite activities including the Masquerade, AMVs and more! More info can be found at www.am2con.org
The day started off with an amazing turnout for the inaugural event's Opening Ceremonies. "This is one of the most filled Opening Ceremonies that would rival the most established of summer convention events similar to ours. It was so unexpected and a delight to see all the faces of the fans as they were able to catch their first live glimpse of our amazing set of Guests of Honors," states Chase Wang AM2 representative.
Attendees of the heidi. concert were so excited that over 250+ fans rushed to the stage upon the beginning of the 1st song of the highly anticipated concert.
"In all my years in working with top notch Japanese bands and musical acts in the U.S.," states Chase Wang, "This is the 2nd time I have ever experienced a rush of wild and rabid fans to the stage, this really shows how heidi. has such an amazing following of admirers of their wonderful sound and music. Join us and have one of the best times of this Summer!
Get your Passports today and experience the difference!"
The fans were jumping out of their seats for the highly energetic and electrifying performance of Sadie. With fists pumping in the air, and fans screaming their admiration of these amazing musicians, this was a once-in-a-lifetime event that will be a very fond memory for Sadie fans.
"The night was electric," states Chase Wang, "with fans screaming and enjoying one of the most highly anticipated concerts of the Anime convention circuit and a night they will talk about for years to come."
Attendees were also in for a great treat with a bustling Exhibit Hall, Summer Festival, Food trucks, panels, workshops, screenings and more!
"It is truly rewarding to see so many happy and smiling faces at our event," states Chase Wang, "Of course we have had some hiccups here and there, but we are a first year convention and we are quick to respond and augment to provide the best experience for all our attendees. But I am very proud of our registration and badge pick up procedures were fantastic and our program and activity line up is strong and attendees are having an amazing and fun time. We can't ask for anything more!"
Attendees can avoid the anticipated huge lines at autographs, premiere screenings, workshops, main events, concerts and panels by purchasing a Passport fast pass for the event. The Passport fast pass will also provide holders with premier seating options at Main Events and at Concert events as well as major discounts with theme parks (i.e. Disneyland, Knott's Berry Farm, etc.), retailers (i.e. Best Buy, Macy's, etc.) and local restaurants (i.e. IHOP, Tony Roma's, California Pizza Kitchen, etc.). Bypass the lines and get your Passport today and experience the difference! Passports can be purchased at www.am2con.org
Current Guest of Honors include Masao Maruyama, Sunao Katabuchi, Akihiko Yamashita, Miho Shimogasa, Scandal, Sadie, Kanon Wakeshima, Kanon x Kanon, heidi., Gashicon, IBI and MINT.
AM2 current activities include Exhibit Hall, AMVs, Arcade, Summer Festival, World Cosplay Summit, Behind the Voice Actors Studio, Rum Party Pirates, Masquerade, Cosplay Chess, Dances, Fashion Shows, Table Top, Console Gaming, AniMaid Café, AniMaid Café Host Club, Workshops, Panels, Concerts and more!
Partnerships include Ani.ME. and Cure Magazine
Prize sponsors include Anime Jungle. Atlus Games, Cosplay Wigs USA, Crunchyroll, FUNimation, Gaia Online, The Right Stuf and TokyoPop.
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Also, 25% of all official Passport sales will be donated directly to Japanese Disaster Relief efforts.
About AM2 Located in Anaheim, California AM2, established in 2010, is a multi-day (3 days) event with no general attendance/badge purchase requirement and is aspiring to be a key meeting place for fans that share a common interest in Asian music, Animation/Anime, and Comics/Manga. Nominal fees are charged for certain activities that attendees choose to participate in. AM2 will be held on July 1-3, 2011 at the Anaheim Convention Center in sunny Anaheim, California. More information can be found at www.am2con.org
