Guests at Chicago Con
Join us for autographs, panels, and more! Guests at C+A+D are awesome people who come to share fandom, voice acting experience, and culture with everyone attending. Guests are announced as they accept our invitations to participate in our convention. Please note that the guest list may change at any time due to guest's other personal obligations. We are excited to welcome some of the best voice actors and performers to our annual convention.
cosplayhooray
InuChibi Cosplay
Zeta Jane
The Microphone Misfitz
Tyson Rinehart
Tyson Rinehart’s breakout role was as lovable hacker Daru in Steins;Gate. He is also known for his work as Bartolomeo in One Piece, Wrestler-extraordinaire Genzo Shibata in Kemono Michi: Rise Up, Matsuda in High School DxD, and the Devil Ape himself, Enji Koma in Tokyo Ghoul.
Recent roles include Ranga in That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime, Potrof in Black Clover, Kou Minamoto in Toilet-Bound Hanako-kun, Tristan the Bad in Appare-Ranman!, Doan in Plunderer, Shinya Ozeki in Hinomaru Sumo, Geek in AFTERLOST, Cassarale in Dragon Ball Super, Luke in Ai no Kusabi, and Papa Shirogane in Kaguya-sama: Love is War.
His work in video games includes Cabrakan and Dark Lord Sun Wukong from SMITE, Hogarth in Orcs Must Die! Unchained, and Casino Bandit/etc. in Borderlands 3. Tyson has worked extensively as an ADR scriptwriter, providing English language dialogue for shows like High School DxD New, Prison School, Rilakkuma & Kaoru, Back Street Girls: Gokudols, VINLAND SAGA, and Kuroko’s Basketball.
Tyson also has several directing credits to his name, counting such titles as One Piece, Combatants Will Be Dispatched!, Kuma Kuma Kuma Bear, Strike Witches: Road to Berlin, and MARS RED. When he’s not working on some aspect of dubbing, or parenting a toddler, Tyson wastes a lot of his time on video games and his B-movie inspired punk band, Bullet Machine (available on most streaming music services).
Samurai Dan and Jillian
The husband and wife team of Daniel and Jillian Coglan are full-time martial art instructors, specializing in 16th century Samurai Arts. When not teaching at their dojo, the Kojokan, they travel the United States performing and teaching the ancient ways of the most famous warriors in history.
With a combined 35 years of experience, their show is a unique blend of history, combative skill, and humor, designed to educate and entertain audiences both large and small.
Beyond their martial skills, the dynamic duo collaborated to write, direct, host, and star in a 12 episode TV series entitled, “The Way of The Samurai.”
Daniel is also an author, with several martial art articles published, and is currently working on his second full-length novel.
Sena Bryer
Sena Bryer is an LA-based voice actor and director, best known as the voices of Wuk Lamat in Final Fantasy XIV and Tomona in Inu-Oh, and also appearing in Unicorn Overlord, Hearthstone, Aether Gazer, Sand Land, and Need For Speed: Unbound, among other titles. She also was VO director for the games Cryptmaster and Hello Cruel World, and was the showrunner for the podcast Dreambound.
Javier Prusky
Javier Prusky, a Latin American actor based in Los Angeles, is most prominently known for voicing fan-favorite Bakool Ja Ja in Final Fantasy XIV: Dawntrail. Other notable credits include García in Far Cry 6, Fallout 76, and Woodpecker in Netflix’s Spirit Rangers
Tom Cook
Tom Cook is a legendary animator and director whose work has shaped some of the most beloved animated series of all time. With a career spanning decades, he has contributed to iconic shows like He-Man and the Masters of the Universe, The Flintstones, Scooby-Doo, and The Jetsons. Known for his incredible talent and dedication to the art of animation, Tom has become a favorite among fans at conventions worldwide, sharing behind-the-scenes stories and showcasing the magic of his craft.
Chris McCullough
Chris McCullough is a versatile voice actor celebrated for his roles in Five Nights at Freddy’s, the video game Prodigy, and the anime classic Class of ‘09. Known for his dynamic range and engaging performances, Chris brings unforgettable characters to life, making him a favorite among fans of animation and gaming alike.
David Ankrum
David Ankrum is a talented actor and voice artist best known as the voice of Wedge Antilles in the original Star Wars trilogy. His work brought life to one of the Rebellion’s most iconic pilots, cementing his place in cinematic history. With a career spanning TV, film, and voice acting, David continues to be a fan favorite at conventions worldwide.
Kevin Shinick
Kevin Shinick is an Emmy award winning writer (Robot Chicken), a best selling author (Star Wars: Force Collector), a celebrated comic book creator (Spider-Man, Batman, The Flash, etc) and a multiple Annie award winning producer (MAD, the animated series.) Kevin began his career as the host and squadron leader of the popular PBS series Where In Time Is Carmen San Diego? and will soon return to his hosting roots portraying legendary American Bandstand host Dick Clark in the upcoming feature film MICHAEL, based on the life of superstar Michael Jackson. Shinick is also the voice of Bruce Banner across Marvel’s animated universe and is the only writer to have written Spider-Man for the comics (W.E.B. of Spider-Man), the stage (Spider-Man Live at Radio City Music Hall) and the screen (the animated Marvel’s Spider-Man on Disney+). Follow him @KevinShinick.
Oscar Seung
Oscar Seung hails from Lausanne, Switzerland, and is a Dallas-based actor, violinist, pianist, opera singer, and music director. From film and television pilots to theater and voiceovers, Oscar champions the representation of Asian Americans in media and the arts. Oscar can currently be seen in We Can Be Heroes (Netflix), directed by Robert Rodriguez, A Cowgirl’s Song (Netflix), and The Turkey Bowl (Hulu), directed by Greg Coolidge. He also guest co-starred in the ABC pilot, False Profits, starring Vanessa Williams and Bellamy Young. Anime/video game voiceover highlights: Attack on Titan (Varis), One Piece (Daruma), Ayaka (Kurama), Sweet Reincarnations (Kadlecek), Borderlands 3 (Nettle), Yuri on Ice (Seung-Gil Lee), Free! (Nao Serizawa), Natusume’s Book of Friends (Riou). Full list of over 65 shows on imdb.com. Theater: World Premiere of The Supreme Leader (Kim Jong-Un), Dallas Theater Center, The Sound of Music (Baron Elberfeld, u/s Captain Von Trapp), Dallas Theater Center, The Ballad of Little Jo (Tien Mien), Watertower Theater, Dora, the Explorer Live! (Benny), Casa Manana, Miss Saigon, Casa Manana. Oscar is represented by the Mary Collins Agency. Twitter: @oscarseung Instagram: @theoscarseung imdb.me/oscarseung
Rebel and Cleric
Rebel And Cleric" is a Punk/Midwest Emo band that currently has 2 active members: Chicagoland Tattoo Artist “Sai Sake” on guitar/lead vocals, and his partner in crime “Alex (Kiwi) Jaymz” on drums. This powerful cosplay-themed duo has quickly become THE punk band of Anime Cons across the Midwest! Sing along to your favorite anime/cartoon songs, enjoy their originals, and let them bring you into the chaotic world of Punk DIY concerts at an unsuspecting con near you!
cosplayhooray
My name is Meagen Whitchelo better known as @cosplayhooray! My love of costume making began at an early age of 6 when I began to teach myself how to hand sew costumes for me and my dolls. I have come a long way since then and have since learned to build huge props, construct armor and bring to life my favorite anime characters by learning more about wig styling and makeup application. I have made costumes my whole life, but it wasn’t until 5 years ago that I started to officially make cosplays. My first cosplay build was Ikaros from Heaven’s Lost Property and after building her I was hooked! My favorite thing about cosplaying is becoming all of the fantastic characters from the anime and manga that have left great impressions on me and embody qualities I deeply admire. When I am in cosplay, I can do anything! I was even Anime Midwest’s first ever world crown winner last year as Alice Zuberg from Sword Art online Alicization! Through cosplay I have met so many great people and I have learned so much about myself and my artistic abilities. Cosplay allows me to be creative, silly, to dance, to act, to spread messages, and most importantly to have fun!
InuChibi Cosplay
Hailing from Michigan, Inuchibi is a master-level cosplayer who has been crafting stunning costumes for 13 years. Known for her passion for intricate beading and highly detailed designs, her work showcases a deep dedication to artistry and precision. Inuchibi’s exceptional talent earned her the title of 2023 Cosplay World Crown Winner, solidifying her place among the best in the cosplay community.
Zeta Jane
Zeta Jane (@zetamakesthings) is a Chicago based cosplayer and seamstress, as well as 2024’s World Crown Champion, and last year’s Con Alt Delete Best in Show. They have a bachelor’s degree in theatrical costume design and construction, and have been a professional tailor for two and a half years, and they have been making all their own clothing for the past seven years. They specialize in original practice historical costuming, though they’ve dabbled in a variety of different techniques.
The Microphone Misfitz
The Microphone Misfitz will entertain you if that is what you came for, from music to dance to a party-good time. Now, if you want quality for your time then let the Fitz engage you in the arts & sciences of the 21st century’s preeminent culture. Based in Chicago, The Microphone Misfitz is more than a band or crew, creating music. They use the pillars of Hip-Hop (turntablism/DJing; MCing; breakin’; graffiti/street art; knowledge & overstanding) and their shared dynamics to enlighten and sustain their audiences and themselves. Kin Solo, DFEX, and Jet Nam (Jet9) are the choreography & movement artists; Ray of Light is the high-octane hype-man & MC; Mel L. is the Graff artist, vocalist, & road DJ; DJ Mar & Mike Knobel (aemka) are the production team; and D-Nick The Microphone Misfit is the lead MC, lyricist & artistic director of the group. The Microphone Misfitz have toured worldwide from grassroots gatherings to South By Southwest; from Algeria to China and elsewhere; Sharing stages with luminaries such as Crucial Conflict, Dead Prez, KRS-ONE, Jeru tha Damaja, Saul Williams, Mega Ran and more. Focused on the themes of living for a healthier state of mind; and uplifting those who are trying to find their path in this world, The Fitz embodies the acronym Healthy Independent People Helping Other People (H.I.P. H.O.P.).
