3.31.2007

Manga to Anime: From Astro Boy to Spirited Away

Part of this years "Japan WOW!," Smithsonian's Freer Gallery of Art (DC) will feature a day-long seminar featuring leading experts and industry veterans that will explore the development of manga and anime from "humble beginnings" to its massive track record. The discussion will focus on the creative process, styles, characters, and the effect these popcultural creations have on U.S. markets and trends.

Speakers include:
Michael Uslan (Batman)
Ryuhei Kitamura (Azumi)
Mitsuhisa Ishikawa (Blood, Ghost in the Shell, Evangelion, Jin-Roh)
Kazuhiko Kato (Lupin III)
Hiroshi Koizumi (Spiral)

These series of lectures will take place on Saturday, April 21st from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm. General admission is $45.00. You can check out the details and buy tickets here.

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