Anime Symposium: Uncovering Visual Narratives

Date: September 12-14, 2024

Venue: LASALLE College of the Arts, Singapore 1 McNally Street

Contact Eml: [email protected]

Convenors: Dr. Gan Sheuo Hui and Professor Deborah Shamoon

Overview

Anime storytelling transcs geographical boundaries due to its universal language shared among fans, creating a profound connection through pictorial meanings. This symposium seeks to critically reassess contemporary anime storytelling by scrutinizing favored visual techniques and exploring their implications.

Focusing on fostering a Southeast Asian anime dialogue through formal presentations and informal discussions, this event bridge the gap between research, pedagogy, and practice in animation and manga studies.

Over two-and-a-half days, industry experts from Southeast Asia will share insights on Japanese anime's impact on their es and the unique challenges they encounter. Scholars from diverse backgrounds will delve into innovative research methodologies concerning visual culture, examining anime's multifaceted roles as a product, lifestyle choice, and expressive medium across episodic series, cinematic releases, and online platforms.

Key Features

Book Launch

On September 12th, attees can look forward to the launch of The Cambridge Companion to Manga and Anime Cambridge University Press, featuring presentations by leading authors from Japan, Malaysia, Singapore, Sweden, and the UK. This exclusive event promises to offer unparalleled insights into anime's global impact.

Diverse Perspectives

This symposium is generously supported by the Mitsui NUS Japanese Studies in Southeast Asia owment Fund, promoting a comprehensive understanding of animation and manga through interdisciplinary research collaboration.

Schedule

September 12th: Book Launch

• Opening Remarks

• Keynote Speeches from International Authors

• Presentation on Research Methodologies

• Networking Reception with Scholars

September 13th - 14th: Panels and Workshops

• Industry Insights: Southeast Asian Creators and Challenges

• Academic Dialogues: New Perspectives in Manga Anime Studies

• Interactive Workshops: Animation Techniques and Digital Tools

Register Now

The event is open to all attees, free of charge. Spaces are limited, so early registration is encouraged.

About the Symposium

This symposium marks a pivotal opportunity for academics, educators, students, industry professionals, and anime enthusiasts worldwide to converge in Singapore's vibrant arts district. It promises to be an engaging platform for fostering knowledge exchange, promoting research advancements, and celebrating the rich cultural heritage of manga and anime.

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