Manga to Anime: From Astro Boyto Spirited Away April 21, 2007

Manga to Anime: From Astro Boyto Spirited Away
Sat., April 21, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
From the humble beginnings of a newspaper comic strip in 1946 to the highest-grossing film in Japanese history in 2001 (Spirited Away), manga (comics and print cartoons) and anime (animation) are now two of Japan’s biggest cultural emissaries. Leading experts and industry veterans explore the development of these interconnected art forms, commenting on the creative process, styles, characters, and the affect these pop cultural
creations have on U.S. markets and trends in this all-day seminar. For More information Call: (202) 357-3030.

Location: indicated on ticket.
Tickets: Resident Members $30; Senior Members $20; General Admission $45

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