Cosplay: What is it?
The word cosplay comes from mixing 'costume' and 'play'. It basically means the hobby of making and wearing costumes of your favourite characters from films, anime, books or video games. Cosplay is all about bringing characters to life, so many cosplayers also try their best to look or act like the character.
Cosplay At Collectormania Midlands
(Note that the below information contains times referring to a previous event, these will updated when the Cosplay information is confirmed for this event.)
Masquerade is taking place on Saturday at 3.30pm on the main stage, this is the event where you can show off your costume to the public and compete to win some great prizes!
Registration will take place on the day between 11am and 1.30pm at the Cosplay Desk. Places are limited so please arrive early to avoid disappointment!
All types of costume are welcome, including anime and manga, film and TV, video games, comic book characters, original costumes and others. However every contestant must provide a reference picture of their character for the judges.
Masquerade is taking place on Saturday at 3.30pm on the main stage, this is the event where you can show off your costume to the public and compete to win some great prizes!
Registration will take place on the day between 11am and 1.30pm at the Cosplay Desk. Places are limited so please arrive early to avoid disappointment!
All types of costume are welcome, including anime and manga, film and TV, video games, comic book characters, original costumes and others. However every contestant must provide a reference picture of their character for the judges.
Facilities For Cosplayers
Full changing and cloakroom facilities will be available to all cosplayers attending. Male and female changing rooms will be available, as well as a cloakroom where it will be possible to up to store two items per person free of charge, up to the size of small suitcase or weekend case.
Please note that these facilities are available only to cosplayers and that items stored in the cloakroom may be subject to a security check. It is not advised to leave valuables in the cloakroom or changing rooms as we cannot be held responsible for theft or damage. For non-cosplayers or those with excess luggage, extra cloakrooms will be available next to the entrance for a small additional charge.
As we understand that wearing a costume can sometimes be hot and tiring, water and seating will be available for cosplayers upon request.
Please note that these facilities are available only to cosplayers and that items stored in the cloakroom may be subject to a security check. It is not advised to leave valuables in the cloakroom or changing rooms as we cannot be held responsible for theft or damage. For non-cosplayers or those with excess luggage, extra cloakrooms will be available next to the entrance for a small additional charge.
As we understand that wearing a costume can sometimes be hot and tiring, water and seating will be available for cosplayers upon request.
Cosplay: More Info
The Masquerade Rules
The Weapons Guidelines
If you have a question about cosplaying at Showmasters events, please post it on the online forum, or email the cosplay co-ordinator: cosplay@showmastersonline.com
The Weapons Guidelines
If you have a question about cosplaying at Showmasters events, please post it on the online forum, or email the cosplay co-ordinator: cosplay@showmastersonline.com
Cosplay: Sponsors
