Student Involvement

Category: GAMEmason

GameMason Panels and Learning Labs

Some learning labs require advanced registration. If required, details are noted in the session description. All advanced registration will take place on-site.  

Cosplay 101

Friday, September 19

Presented by Nyla Aaroyo, President of the Cosplay Club  | 1:00 – 1:45 PM | Concert Hall Stage

Are you interested in cosplay, but don’t know where to start? Join the Cosplay Club at Mason for our Cosplay 101 panel! Together, we’ll cover the basics of cosplay from its inception to how to approach your first cosplay. All levels of experience are welcome! 

Build a Bandai Hobby Gundam UC: Unicorn Gundam

Friday, September 19

Presented by Erick Albarracin, Anime and Gaming Society  | 2:00 – 2:50 PM | Concert Hall Stage

*Advanced Registration is required. Register on-site at the TO Desk near the PC Gaming Area. Space is limited. 

Build a Gundam – Mobile Suit Gundam: The Witch from Mercury

Friday, September 19

Presented by Khalid Moosa, GADIG  | 3:00 – 3:50 PM | Concert Hall Stage

*Advanced Registration is required. Register on-site at the TO Desk near the PC Gaming Area. Space is limited. 

Learn to Paint Mini Figurines for Tabletop Gaming

Friday, September 19

Presented by George Murray, Warhammer Club   | 1:00 – 3:00 PM | Makerspace (BlackBox Theatre)

*Advanced Registration is required. Register on-site at the TO Desk near the PC Gaming Area. Space is limited. 

Learn to Crochet a Bookmark

Friday, September 19

Presented by Jenny Whitehead, GMU Student    | 4:00 – 5:00 PM | Makerspace (BlackBox Theatre)

*Advanced Registration is required. Register on-site at the TO Desk near the PC Gaming Area. Space is limited. 

“Why Music Works” Panel Discussion with Triforce Quartet

Saturday, September 20

Presented by “Why Music Works” Panel Discussion with Triforce Quartet   | 1:00 – 2:00 PM | Concert Hall Stage

We will explore the relationship between instrumentation, mood, and video game settings. Audience participation is encouraged! 

Versatile VGM Variations: How to Make Any Song Do Just About Anything

Saturday, September 20

Presented by Washington Metropolitan Gamer Symphony Orchestra MGSO   | 1:00 – 2:00 PM | Concert Hall Stage

We will explore the relationship between instrumentation, mood, and video game settings. Audience participation is encouraged! 

Learn to Crochet a Dice/Token Bag

Saturday, September 20

Presented by Jenny Whitehead, GMU Student   | 4:00 – 4:50 PM | Concert Hall Stage

*Advanced Registration is required. Register on-site at the TO Desk near the PC Gaming Area. Space is limited. 

Build a Gundam – Breaker Battlogue – Gundam Perfect Strike Freedom

Saturday, September 20

Presented by Khalid Moosa, GADIG   | 5:00 – 6:00 PM | Concert Hall Stage

*Advanced Registration is required. Register on-site at the TO Desk near the PC Gaming Area. Space is limited. 

Ticketing and Entry
Events

George Mason Esports Tournament Details

Overwatch Community Pop Up @ GAMEmason | Schedule

Super Smash Bros. Melee Tournament

We’re excited for the GAMEMason 2021 Super Smash Bros. Melee tournament!
This is a 2-day, entry free tournament which will start on Friday, April 16th @ 6:00 PM and then conclude with semi-finals and finals on Saturday, April 17th @ 12:30 PM at GAMEmason.
Take a chance at having your Melee skills shown off on one of our streams and compete for a chance to win some cool prizes including an Amazon Echo Dot, a Chromecast, and an RGB mousepad!
Tournament Registration: http://cglink.me/2d7/r1052963
In order to fully check in for this tournament, you will also be required to register for the GAMEmason main event.
Registration for that can be found here: https://cglink.me/2d7/r1053100

 

Ticket Details

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GAMEmason Registration Information

GAMEmason
Friday, March 20th from 10:00am to 8:00pm

Registration begins at 10:00 a.m. in the Center for the Arts Ticket Offi
George Mason University Center for the Arts
4373 Mason Pond Drive, Fairfax, VA 22030

Buy Your Tickets Here: 

https://mpv.tickets.com/?agency=GEORGE_MASON_MPV&orgId=42970&pid=8820495

General Admission tickets:
  • Mason students: one free general admission ticket with a valid Mason ID
  • General Public: $20 general admission

*A general admission ticket includes access to area for arcade games and merchandise, GAMEmason gaming spaces and sponsored exhibitions, concert hall for tournaments and keynote speakers, and educational sessions.

VIP Access tickets: 
  • Masons students: $20 with a valid Mason ID
  • General Public $40 ticket

*A VIP Access ticket provides access to all of the above, plus meet-and-greets, autograph signings, VIP seating in the Concert Hall, as well as a GAMEmason t-shirt and GAMEmason 2020 collector’s item.

Ticket Pick Up:

Tickets for Mason Students can be picked up at the Center for the Arts Ticket Office or the Student Involvement Office in HUB 2300.

Tickets for the general public and VIP Access can be purchased in person at the Center for the Arts Ticket Office, online at cfa.gmu.edu, or over the phone at 703-993-2787. Online and phone sales subject to service charge.

Center for the Arts Ticket Office Hours: Tuesday-Saturday 10:00am to 6:00pm

Student Involvement Offices Hours: Monday-Friday 9:00am to 9:00pm

Registration:

On March 20th, beginning at 10:00am, bring your ticket and Mason ID to the Center for the Arts Ticket Office to register for the event. Redeem your ticket to receive a wristband and lanyard.