WasabiCon 2026 Programming Submission
Thank you for your interest in submitting programming for this year's WasabiCon! As a reminder, each approved presentation will receive one (1) complimentary pass to the convention, good for all event days, available for pickup at Will Call.

If you are interested in doing additional programming, we suggest submitting an application for Featured Talent and noting what you have to offer there.

If you have any questions about filling out this application, please email jax@wasabicon.com.
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What category does your presentation best fit? *

We understand that some panels may fall under multiple genres, but please choose the one you feel fits best.

ANIME & MANGA: Your favorite Japanese animated films, series, and graphic novels are the focus of your presentation.

ASIAN CULTURE: This category covers a variety of topics related to Asian culture, including food, daily life, customs, and traditions. It also includes modern pop culture from Korea, Japan, China, and other parts of Asia, such as K-dramas and other content that showcases Eastern entertainment.

COSPLAY: Cosplay is for everyone, and showcasing the culture in new, creative ways sparks excitement in fandom! Topics can range from costume creation to maintaining your brand as a cosplayer.

FASHION: This includes programming focused on fashion connected to Asian and geek culture, including EGL, J-Fashion, collectible clothing, kimonos, cosplay-adjacent fashion, styling, history, and related workshops or discussions.

INDUSTRY: Programming focused on the professional side of fandom and entertainment, including voice acting, convention and festival hosting, film and television production, event production, behind-the-scenes work, and related topics.

MUSIC: Performance or dance-based panels and workshops connected to geek culture fall into this category, including K-pop Random Play Dances. Note: If you are interested in presenting a singing or dancing performance on stage, we recommend applying as Featured Talent or submitting yourself for consideration for IdolFest.

TABLETOP GAMING: Presentations about board, card, and all manner of tabletop games are welcome. This can range from the creative development process to demonstrations and more. Note: If you're interested hosting games in our Tabletop Game Room, that is a separate application. You can find that information here.

VIDEO GAMES: Digital gaming is a massive part of modern entertainment. Topics here include everything from genres and platforms to streaming, cultural impact, and more.

What type of presentation would you like to host? *
WasabiCon offers a variety of rooms and stages for presentations, so let us know which you feel best fits yours.

PANELS: A seminar-style presentation where you appear at a head table facing an audience with theater-style seating. Example: Intro to Anime

STAGE: A space with a stage and audio, but no video, where you can host for a standing-room-only audience. Example: K-pop RPDs.

WORKSHOPS: A room with a head table facing a group of tables where attendees observe you leading an instruction-based presentation. Example: Gunpla Building
What audience is this panel for? *
Please specify the age range of the audience your content would be appropriate for.

ALL AGES: This presentation is appropriate for attendees of all ages. Example: My Neighbor Totoro

TEEN OR OLDER: This presentation has some older or mature themes. You’ll cover topics that aren’t suitable for younger fans but are still appropriate for a general audience. The MPAA would consider this "PG-13" content. Example: My Hero Academia

MATURE: This is a presentation for attendees ages 18 and older. You understand that you will need to check IDs at the door, and this can only be included if we opt to host evening content after 8:00 PM. Example: Attack on Titan
What days of the convention are you available to host programming? *
Check all that apply. The greater your availability, the better your chances of approval.
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Panel Title *
Write this EXACTLY as you want it to appear in the con guide and website.

Examples:
Intro to Transformers Anime
Transformers After G1: The Anime Years
More Than Meets The Eye: Transformers & Anime

Please note that we reserve the right to edit your title for clarity.
Panel Description *
Write this EXACTLY as you want it to appear in the con guide and website. Be descriptive and avoid speaking in the first person. For example, use "the panel will present" instead of "we will present." etc.) Also, PLEASE CHECK YOUR GRAMMAR.

Example:
Did you know that after The Transformers cartoon got canceled in 1987, it continued in Japan as an anime? Learn about The Headmasters, Super-God Masterforce, and other Japanese series that never aired in North America. There was even an anime version of Beast Wars! Don't miss this "transformative" presentation. 

Please note that we reserve the right to edit the submitted description for brevity, clarity, etc.
Tech Requirements *
If you are approved for a PANEL or WORKSHOP presentation, your setup will include:
- A TV or projector/screen with HDMI input for plugging in a laptop or tablet.
- At least one (1) microphone.
- Speakers with a 3.5mm audio cable for plugging in a laptop or tablet.

If you are approved for a STAGE presentation, your setup will include:
- At least one (1) microphone.
- Speakers with a 3.5mm audio cable for plugging in a laptop or tablet.

You are responsible for providing any and all adapters needed to connect the audio cable and/or HDMI to your laptop, tablet, or cell phone. These are not supplied by the convention.

Wi-Fi is not provided. You must arrange a personal hotspot if you require Wi-Fi for your presentation.
Name of PERSON or GROUP hosting this presentation? *
If you are hosting the presentation yourself, please list your name. If you are part of a club or group, please submit this under the group’s name.
Name of the PRIMARY CONTACT for hosting this presentation. *
This is the name that will receive the complimentary pass, good for all event days, which will be available at the Will Call desk. This is also the person the convention will communicate with regarding the presentation. This must be a legal name that matches your ID, not a stage name or pseudonym.
PRIMARY CONTACT email? *
Please type this very carefully. If we cannot email you, we cannot confirm details with you.
PRIMARY CONTACT phone number?
Not required, but it makes contacting you easier for time-sensitive questions or changes.
Have you hosted this presentation (or any presentations) at a convention before? If so, where? *
Please list conventions where you've hosted content in the past.
Anything else you'd like to tell us?
Why do you think this panel would be a good fit for WasabiCon? What other elements should we consider when reviewing your submission?
Have you read and understood all the requirements for hosting programming on our website at https://jax.wasabicon.com/panels? *
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