By Zack L.
Celebrating their 10th anniversary this September, the Singapore Toy, Games and Comic Convention (STGCC) will have 16 new international guests and many gaming tournaments. Happening on the 9 - 10 of Sept, you can meet your favourite characters from comics, toys, games, manga and animes!
So what's happening?!
Japanese pop music fans can look forward to beloved Japanese dance vocal groups Color Pointe (JP) and Tokyo CLEAR’S (JP) making an appearance at STGCC, along with composer Yunomi feat. nicamoq (JP), producer group REDSHiFT (ID), and DJ MarGenal (JP).
Also present at the convention is prominent toy designer brand The Beast Brothers (MX), Sorbet
Jungle’s founder DeAnne George (US), and Japanese toy designers Hinatique (JP) and Yasu (JP) both making their first appearance in Singapore. Star Wars: Experience the Force
The 10-day Star Wars: Experience the Force Singapore festival culminates with an immersive experience over at STGCC, where an entire zone has been specially dedicated to Star Wars. At STGCC, fans will be offered the chance to get up close and personal with fan-built vehicle replicas, games, releases and collectibles!
Championship of Cosplays 2017!
Singapore is one of the stops in the prestigious Global Championships of Cosplay – a first of its kind platform that serves to unite the cosplay community and elevate the best cosplayers from around the world through the ReedPOP brand.
Countries represented include Australia, Austria, China, France, India, Indonesia, Singapore and the United States. The champions from each region win a trip to Chicago Comic & Entertainment Expo 2018 and the opportunity to compete against other top cosplayers. Registration is over - 12 May to 4 August. eSports Tournaments
For the first time ever this year, STGCC is dedicating an entire hall for the ultimate GGXP gaming zone, featuring nail-biting eSports tournaments and the latest gaming and product showcases for visitors to play with.
In partnership with Gam3.Asia and ASUS, the three live gaming tournaments taking centre stage at the GGXP will be:
Talent Scouting for Marvel and Disney!
This year, talent scouts James C. Mulligan from Disney, and C.B. Cebulski from marvel (both from the U.S.), will be joining us. Budding artists hoping to join the ranks of Marvel’s esteemed artists will get the chance to have their portfolios reviewed by Cebulski himself. Shortlisted candidates will get to meet Cebulski for a one-on-one review.
Tickets and Pricing
STGCC Official After Party
The fun doesn’t end at Marina Bay Sands Expo! STGCC goes full force with their Official After Party set to take place at VLV Singapore. On 10 September from 9pm onwards, the post-STGCC celebrations will feature four popular Japanese guest DJs - Camellia, kors k, kradness, and Ryu☆ - to end the convention’s 10th birthday on a high note.
Entry tickets sold at VLV. Cover charge is priced at $35, show up at the after party with STGCC’s wristband to enjoy $10 off and enter at $25! |