| CITRUS VALLEY PAGEANT The purpose of the Citrus Valley Pageant is to provide to the titlists the opportunity to compete in one of the Major State pageants, including California USA.. Responsibilities associated with winning the Teen or Miss titles are minimal, however; an effort to promote the pageant is essential. The possible requirement of participating in citrus related events may exist, subject to the discretion of the directors. Specialized training for the pageant of choice will be provided to both the Teen & Miss title winners upon request. THE DIRECTORS The producers/directors of the pageant are Cyndi Peterson of Riverside County and Kris Watson of San Bernardino County. There is over 50 years of pageant experience between them and both are highly qualified and respected within the pageant industry. Their experience covers all phases of competition which includes production, interview training and on stage presentation. Between them they have served as judges, tabulators and emcees as well as parents of title holders and title holders themselves. Each has an affiliation with either Epic or IPA Pageant Association, which require their members to sign a Code of Ethics. Both directors have sent Queen's on to compete in Major State Pageants and Internationally where they have brought home the main title, the congeniality title or other awards. Each director has received recognition for their involvement in the pageant industry from either their city, the International Pageant Association (IPA) or Pageantry Magazine . INTERNATIONAL PAGEANT CONNECTION Should an opportunity arise, Citrus Valley Queen's and possibly contestants if they meet certain requirements may become eligible to be selected for competing in International Pageants. AWARDS TEEN & MISS QUEEN’S - Crown, Sash, Trophy, flowers, 1 year subscription to Pageantry Magazine, entry fee paid into a Major State Pageant of your choice (up to $1,000) and all pageant preparation necessary for state competition, or College Scholarship towards a 4-year degree. TEEN & MISS 1st ALTERNATE - Sash & Trophy TEEN & MISS 2nd ALTERNATE - Sash & Trophy OVERALL CONGENIALITY - Plaque OVERALL PHOTOGENIC - Plaque TICKET SALES - Plaque & $100 Cash ALL CONTESTANTS - Custom tote bag with selected goodies & copy of “Pageantry Magazine” AREAS OF COMPETITION Scoring is based on the preferential ballot system INTERVIEW - 25 points possible FITNESS - 25 points possible GLAMOUR - 25 points possible ON STAGE INTERVIEW - 2 parts 1st cut - Varied questions ~ Top 3 - Same question CLOTHING REQUIREMENTS Interview & Opening Number Interview Suit or Business Attire (Teen & Miss) Physical Fitness TEEN - Black Shorts, Swim Suit top & Clear acrylic or black heels. MISS - One or two piece Swim Suit ~ Clear acrylic or taupe heels. Glamour TEEN - Floor length gown (no high slits or low-cuts) & heels MISS - Floor length gown & heels RULES & REQUIREMENTS 1. Applicant must reside within the counties of Riverside, San Bernardino, Orange or Los Angeles. 2. Must be single, never married or have given birth. 3. The ages for contestants are as of May 22, 2011 TEEN: 13 - 17 MISS: 17 - 26 AGES: Age competing in depends on which pageant you choose to go in to. If you have a certain pageant in mind, make sure you are aware of the age classifications. We can discuss options at your request. Winning either of our titles allows you to go on to age division of your choice when meeting their age qualifications. 4. If holding another title, you must have directors approval. 5. No noticeable tattoos (must be covered by clothing) or piercings except earrings and not in excess to be seen during competition. 6. Must be of high moral character, conducting herself as a lady in all situations; no criminal citations or arrests. 7. Depending on step-up title you wish to compete for, you may or may not be able to enter any other pageants during your reign. 8. In order to represent the title in a positive light, the physical and mental condition at the time of coronation must be maintained. 9.All appearances are considered to be promotion for the Citrus Valley Pageant and preparation for the State pageant that you have chosen. 10. Queens must represent their titles with dignity at all times in order to promote the Citrus Valley Pageant in a positive light. 11. The Queen's must abide by the directors decision regarding what is expected and to any possible duties or participation in events. 12. Appropriate clothing must be worn to any and all functions while representing your title. 13. The Queen's shall abide by the suggestions of directors regarding training for the pageant they have chosen. 14. Past Teen Queen's must wait at least one year before competing for the Miss title. 15. All fees must be paid in full prior to competing. 16. Title holders must diligently represent their titles for the duration of their reign. Appearances are few, but necessary for the promotion of the pageant. 17. If title holder fails to fulfill her contract, she will not be allowed the honor of participating in the following year's pageant and crowing her successor. ENTRY FEE: $350 $250 towards entry due at Registration, balance ($100) due at check-in. (Cash Only) TICKET SALES AWARD: FOR SELLING THE MOST TICKETS YOU WILL BE PROVIDED WITH TEN (10) TICKETS TO THE PAGEANT AND REQUIRED TO SELL A MINIMUM OF FIVE (5) OF THEM. (More will be provided upon request) Tickets sell for $12.00 each ~ $15.00 at door Turn in unsold tickets at check-in on pageant day • NO REFUNDS PAST ORIENTATION • $25.00 BAD CHECK FEE Any monies due after orientation is CASH ONLY |
| MANDATORY: In order to facilitate contestant coordination and orientation efficiency, you must speak to one of the directors regarding your intention to enter, prior to orientation. IMPORTANT DATES ORIENTATION/REGISTRATION: June 12, 2011 ~ 10:00 AM LOCATION: Country Village Ballroom ~10250 Country Club Dr. ~ Mira Loma, CA (If you can’t make it, tickets will be mailed to you, but entry deposit must be in) ENTRIES ACCEPTED UNTIL LATE ENTRY DEADLINE: JULY 9, 2011 LATE ENTRY FEE: $375.00 (After 6/12/11) REHEARSAL & INTERVIEW CLASS: July 15, 2011 ~ 6-9 P.M. Country Village Ballroom ~10250 Country Club Dr. ~ Mira Loma, CA 91752 CHECK-IN: July 17, 2011 ~ Country Village Ballroom (see above) TEEN: 9:00 AM ~ MISS: 10:00 AM INTERVIEWS: TEEN - 9:30 AM ~ MISS - Following Teens LUNCH: On your own REHEARSAL: Country Village Ballroom TIME: 1:00 PM, Sharp PAGEANT: July 17, 2011 ~ 4:00 PM Doors open at 3:30 PM |