 Date: Saturday March 19, 2016 Time: 8:00 - 9:30 PM Location: Live Programming 1 (Brittany) Idols and Idol Groups have taken the Japanese music scene by storm since their first appearance in the 70s and 80s and have attracted the attention of Western fans ever since. Ever wonder what makes them tick and how they attract legions of devoted fans around the world? If so, join A-To-J Connections as they dissect various aspects of the “idol equation” and examine topics such as the fandom, the audition/graduation system, career-ending scandals and just what exactly it means to be an idol. We will track Idol history from the Golden Age of 80s to the current Idol Sengoku Jidai! This presentation will feature loads of information, pictures, videos, prizes and will be hosted by many experts in various fields of idol fandom and its history! Panel will take place Saturday March 19 from 8:00-9:30 PM in Love Programming 1 (Brittany) Panel will be hosted by Manuel and Garwye with a special guest host, Greg Hignight of Tune In Tokyo!  Date: February 14, 2016 Time: 2:00-3:30 PM Location: Live Events 3 Are you a fan of Morning Musume '15, Juice=Juice or ANGERME? Or were you a fan of Aya Matsuura, Mini Moni or W many years ago? Well, join A-To-J Connections as they examine one of the most popular collections of Idols in Japan, Hello! Project! From Morning Musume's formation during the Sharam Q Asayan auditions to the formation of recent groups like ANGERME and Juice=Juice, we will cover it all! Expect an opening performance from some of our talented panelists, lots of fun and information, and more than a few surprises! Perfect for both fans and newcomers alike! Panel will take place on Sunday February 14 at 2:00 in Live Events 3 Hosts: Manuel, Tiffany, Heidi, and Marjorie |
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