Join us as part of Japan Fest 2024

QUAD is delighted to announce that celebrated anime voice actor Brian Beacock will be participating in this year’s Japan Fest events on Saturday 13 July 2024, organised in collaboration with Otaku World.

Celebrated for his dynamic voice roles in renowned anime such as Bleach, Naruto, JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure, and Dragon Ball Super, Brian brings a wealth of experience and behind-the-scenes stories from the heart of the anime world. Brian will share his unique insights and experiences from working on other fan favourites like Blue Exorcist, Bungo Stray Dogs, Durarara!!, Code Geass, Boruto, and Beastars.

Manuele Giacome of Otaku World said “Having Brian Beacock at Japan Fest Derby 2024 is an incredible privilege and honour. Brian’s extensive work in anime and his ability to bring characters to life with his unique talent will undoubtedly be a highlight of the festival. This is a rare opportunity for anime fans to engage with one of the industry’s most versatile and beloved voices, and we are excited for attendees to hear his insights and experiences from working on many beloved series.”

Japan Fest Derby has been running at QUAD since 2022 and each year brings a day of Japanese culture to Derby city centre. This year’s event will feature anime film screenings, martial arts demonstrations, Japanese arts and crafts activities, koto and shamisen performances, reiki healing, enka singing, authentic handmade food, kimono dress Up, traders, and much more.

Japan Fest is suitable for all ages and takes place at QUAD on 13 July 2024 from 11am. Tickets are now on sale priced at £20 (standard) and £15 (concessions). A special family pass for 2 adults and 2 children or 1 adult and 3 children is available priced at £50 (via QUAD box office in person or by phone only)

For more information on this event at QUAD or to book tickets https://www.derbyquad.co.uk/events/japanfest/ or call QUAD Box Office on 01332 290606.

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Notes to Editors

QUAD is Derby’s central hub for art and film, a mixed arts venue based on the Market Place. QUAD is the city’s cultural hub with a three-screen cinema, an art gallery showing the best in contemporary visual arts, digital workshop spaces plus an award-winning Café bar. QUAD has been at the heart of Derby’s cultural scene since it opened in September in 2008 and is internationally recognised for providing quality and excellence in the Arts. QUAD delivers an exciting, innovative and diverse programme which is popular with visitors of all ages, with a reputation in Photography, digital innovation & family friendly events. The venue organises FORMAT International Photography Festival and Derby Film Festival. QUAD is a partnership between Derby City Council and Arts Council England. QUAD is open daily from 10am, for more information please visit: www.derbyquad.co.uk  http://twitter.com/derbyquad.

For further information please contact press office (press@derbyquad.co.uk) or Marketing & Business Development Manager Beth Towe (betht@derbyquad.co.uk / 01332 285422)

Otaku World LTD, the event organizer, is expanding its cultural event offerings beyond their established anime store in Derby. This festival reflects their commitment to uniting Japanese culture enthusiasts in an expansive and educational setting.. www.otakuworld.co.uk

Manuele Giacone, Otaku World LTD   07904 675911 manuele@otakuworld.co.uk