Ani-Magic had a small assortment of panels to choose from this year with content offering new views into the evolving mixture of anime pop culture, cosplay, J-Rock influence, American voice-acting, philosophy, and much more.

Ani-Magic 2004
 Panels and Discussions

ADVision: Representatives from ADV gave information about the wonderful world of anime, with glimpses into the new releases, openings for voice actors, titles from years past coming back into the DVD fold, and much more.

 Voice Focus: Travis Willingham: Heads up, ladies!  Travis is the new voice actor for Roy Mustang in the new Full Metal Alchemist coming out soon.  Travis talked about his new exciting role and dedication to fill a tall order for the FMA masses, studio experiences, and tips for the aspiring fans who want to get into voice acting themselves.
J-Rock: Just can't get enough of J-Rock?  Veteran J-Rock enthusiasts presented their topics for the alternative side of cosplay and Japanese pop culture with topics including fashions, upcoming concerts, J-Rock communities, shopping resources, and favorite bands like Malice Mizer, Psycho le Cemu, Di en Grey, and much more.

 Voice Talents: Numerous Guests of Honor held the stage for a packed audience for voice acting support.  Answering questions from the audience, topics featured studio work, production and direction stories, how and where to audition for voice roles, favorite anime characters they've acted, and much more.
PGSM with Sailor Jamboree: Sailor Moon is enjoying a resurgence into the world of anime and manga with the new hit series from the live action realm.  With a slightly different story and far more elaborate costumes, fans got together to discuss their favorite episodes, characters, differences between the live action series and the original anime and manga, and of course, new plushies to collect.

 Morning Musume with USA Musume: Team members from the hip and fashionable USA Musume gathered up the troops and dedicated fans for a big round of music videos, karaoke contests, USA Musume facts and figures, trivia game shows, discussions about new costumes, new shows, keeping up to date in the Morning Musume communities, performing on stage for conventions, and much more.
Additional panels and discussions included: Debbie Rabai, Samantha Harte, Michael Coleman, Bob Bergen, Ramen and Rice Unplugged, Art Scholarship Awards, Convention Memories, Gundam fan panel, Amateur Voice Acting, and more.

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