FanimeCon Dumpster Fire Talent Show Application Form « FanimeCon | May 23-26, 2025

FanimeCon Dumpster Fire Talent Show Application form

Date: Sunday, May 25th, 2025
Time: 9pm-11pm
Location: SJCC Room 230AB (New location!)

🔥 The contest formerly known as the Gong Show! 🔥

Do you have a talent that doesn’t fit anywhere else? A funny idea no one has ever done before? We’re looking for offbeat comedy that can commit to the bit: it doesn’t have to be good, but it ought to be cursed. Compete for the infamous Worst in Show award! Top Three win cash, everyone gets a participation trophy!

FAQ:

What happened to the Gong Show?: We rebranded! Instead of a panel of "insulting" contest judges, you'll be faced with Talent Coach judges who give you "helpful suggestions" live on stage — all for the crowd's entertainment, of course. We encourage you to play along with us & have fun!!
Does my act require music?: Yes and no. Your talent is not required to be music-based, such as singing or dancing. But we require you to submit some kind of music, whether that's a music file on USB, or a YouTube link, or a live flute performance. Would you really want to perform in total silence?
What length can my act be?: Minimum length: 1 minute. Maximum length... unlimited? If it's so long that it's annoying then we'll just stop you??
What if my act is just singing karaoke in a silly voice?: No, sorry. People do that during Open Mic hours all the time! You're welcome to sing, but add a little spice to that idea. Do something unexpected, outrageous, or unique.
Can I bring props or costumes?: Ohh, yes. We love that!

If you have any questions email us at karaoke@fanime.com or visit the Karaoke Room during Fanime.

All fields with a * are required.

About You

*Stage Name:
This is how we will refer to you on stage.
If you are an individual entrant, this is can be your first name, or your professional name, or an online name.
If you are a group entry, this can be the first names of your group members, or a specific name for your full group.
*Contact Email:
This is where we will email confirmations
Contact Phone:
If you'd like to receive SMS text messages from contest staff (such as a confirmation message during Fanime), enter a phone number here. Otherwise, you can leave this blank
We will try to accommodate all preferences, but can make no guarantees.
*Are you performing solo, or in a group?

About Your Act

Your act does not need to be perfectly planned! It does not need to be high-concept! We love it when people show up prepared — but don't be discouraged if all you've got is a weird talent and the courage to get on stage.

If your act isn't wowing the crowd, our judges may give you "helpful suggestions" to help your act "shine" for the audience. This is all part of the show! We encourage you to play along with us & have fun.

And don't forget the audience you're playing to: a bunch of anime fans who want to be entertained on the last night of Fanime!

*Briefly describe your Talent Show act:
*What's the name of the song/music for your act?
*How do you intend your music to be used?
If "other", please specify:

Your Music Source

*Where is your music coming from?
If "Fanime Karaoke database", enter the Song ID:
You can browse the database at www.anime-karaoke.com
If "YouTube", copy and paste the address:
If "other", please specify:

Closing Thoughts

I have read and agree to the FanimeCon Privacy Policy
I confirm that all people in this act are age 18 or over, including any additional people brought on stage.
If your act involves audience members, be sure to let the contest staff know so we can help appropriately.
I understand that I will not use my time on stage to do anything illegal, dangerous, or deliberately offensive.
While this is an 18+ show, we want to ensure that the Talent Show is a fun and safe place for everyone.

If you have any questions, please email karaoke@fanime.com.

Thank you very much for your interest in FanimeCon 2025 and we hope to see you soon!