Idols have increasingly become a widespread hobby among anime, K-pop, and Japanese culture fans all across the world in the past few years. Anime Weekend Atlanta has fully embraced this hobby and included several opportunities for both veteran and novice idols alike. Whether you are interested in the original AWA Starlight Idol Festival, the brand new Solo Stage, or are looking to hone your skills on the Comet stage, AWA’s Idol Programming track has a path for you to showcase your skills. Let’s enjoy idols and continue to help inspire and grow as dancers, singers, and Japanese culture enthusiasts in this galaxy and the next!
Friday, December 13. 12p – 3p.
Mandatory soundcheck Thursday, December 12. 8a – 12p.
Anime Weekend Atlanta’s premiere idol festival! Each year we aim for the moon and land among the stars, and this year is no exception. Join us for the first time ever in main events as we put on our biggest and brightest stage yet! All idols, odorites, dancers, singers, and groups are welcome to apply to SIF. While we focus on Japanese idols and media, we will consider every application equally and carefully.
Applications are open June 16 – July 21.
Sunday, December 15. Time TBA
Ideal candidates for this stage are less experienced idols who want to learn the ropes at a full-sized event while receiving more help and mentorship from the stage crew in order to put on a professional-level performance. While we focus on Japanese idols and media, we will consider every application equally and carefully.
Applications are open June 16 – July 21.
AWA Solo Stage
Open All Weekend!
This stage is for performers who would like their own stage show slot during AWA, and will be located in the exhibit hall. Performers can apply for a 30 minute long or 45 minute long slot on the stage, which includes setup and teardown time.
Applications are open June 16 – September 15.
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Event Horizon V-Idol Festival
Time / Day TBD
We are looking forward to including Vtubers and Virtual Idols at this year’s convention, and we hope that you share that excitement! The festival this year will be comprised of pre-recorded but new videos from virtual talents that will be shown to a live audience. Both 2d and 3d V-idols are welcome to apply to the show.
Applications are open June 16 – July 21.
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