We extend our heartfelt thanks to all who submitted to this year’s AMV Contest. We were honored to receive over 200 video entries, a record-breaking number that far surpasses anything we have seen at AUSA. With such an overwhelming response, judging more than 200 entries was no small task. We Read more…
All Things Cosplay! Cosplay is at the heart of Anime USA, and we’re thrilled to share that submissions for the 2025 Cosplay Contest and Masquerade are NOW OPEN! Cosplay Masquerade From hilarious skits to dramatic performances and handmade costume spotlights, the Anime USA Masquerade is a celebration of cosplay Read more…
Joe Hernandez Anime USA is excited to announce Joe Hernandez as our next voice over guest. Joe Hernandez is a veteran voice actor most recognized by his work as Daruk and Yunobo in the Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild, Boucheron in Fire Emblem: Engage, Pesci in Jojo’s Bizarre Read more…
Stephanie aka Stevie Rianne, has 20 years of experience in cosplaying and 14 years of experience working at conventions. Her work at conventions includes hosting opening ceremonies and masquerades, staffing cosplay contests, and craftsmanship judging. She has been a member of Rebel Legion, an international Star Wars costuming organization, since Read more…
Anime USA is delighted to announce our next VO guest, Kayleigh McKee! Kayleigh McKee is an actress from rural Illinois where there wasn’t much else to do but entertain herself… Then she got good at it! Known for using her full range as a trans gal to voice women, men, Read more…
Anime USA is proud to present HIBIKORD as the next guest for 2025. HIBIKORD is an Anisong/Jpop Cover Band from the Washington, DC Area. Inspired by both Anime and Idol culture, the group formed in 2024 under one goal: bring live music from across the Pacific to a brand new Read more…
Anime USA is proud to present Sarah Hodge-Wetherbe as our next guest. Sarah’s dad took her to her first Star Trek convention as a child, sealing her future as a card carrying geek. A librarian with the Springfield city library, she tours around new England lecturing on various aspects of Read more…
We are saddened to announce that Molly can no longer attend Anime USA this year. We will miss her and hope to have her return in the future!
Anime USA is thrilled to welcome Scarlett Mafia to this year’s lineup! Blending the art of cosplay and the allure of burlesque, Scarlett Mafia brings iconic characters to life in a dazzling, seductive showcase you won’t want to miss. From fierce to kawaii, their performances are a bold twist on Read more…
Idol*USA 7 Applications Now Open Hello Idol fans! We’re thrilled to announce that the application form for Idol*USA 7 is now live! For more information, and to apply, visit https://animeusa.org/idol-usa/. The application process concludes on 9/1/25!