Our Current PAGEANT Queens

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 Date: Sunday September 10th, 2023

Location: Eugene Braught Theater, 525 S. Kansas Ave. Weslaco, TX. 78696

Check In: 11:30pm*; For girls under 3 years 2:00pm  

Pageant Time: 3:00pm to 5:00pm* 

*Subject to change depending on how many contestants we have registered.

Admission Fee: $10 for Everyone (Parent(s), Relatives, Etc)

Bring exact change, if possible, Kids under 3 are Free. 

Seating is on a first come first serve basis.

Only 1 female is allowed backstage with contestant and that person must also pay general admission. 

**WE WOULD LIKE FOR ALL CONTESTANTS TO INVITE AT LEAST 5 GUESTS

DEADLINE TO REGISTER IS September 4th, 2023. 

Fee  includes registration into the pageant and 1 program book IF one is made for this event. 

**MUST BE OF HISPANIC/LATIN/MEXICAN DECENT**

Pageant is in English but you may speak in Spanish if that is your primary language. 

Being fluent or knowing Spanish is  required and if you only speak English that is ok. 

(Subject to change based on registered participants)

Baby 6M-23M

Little Miss 2-3Y

Princess 4-6

Sweetheart 7-9

Pre-Teen 10-12

Teen 13-17

Miss 18 - 25*

Ms. 26-40*

*May be Single/Married/May have Children

Important Event Details:

1. Must be a natural born female. No exceptions. 
2. Must have never been married nor have children. ONLY Miss, Ms/Mrs Divisions may be married/divorced/separated and/or have children.
3. No Experience is needed, and Contestant must reside in South Texas (San Antonio down)
4. Only One adult per contestant backstage. Must be female. Anyone backstage or in auditorium MUST purchase an admission ticket.
5. This is a semi-glitz pageant. Age-appropriate outfits and make-up are required.
6. Crowned Queens MUST attend at LEAST 3 events during year of reign.
7. Director can change/modify/rearrange/eliminate age divisions as needed based on registration. 
8. Judge’s decision is final. Arguing or public outbreaks of any form will NOT be tolerated. Good Sportsmanship is asked of all contestants and their families.
9. Any parents walking or carrying their child on-stage (under 3 yrs old) must wear BLACK if possible, this is so that you don't take away attention from your child.
10.  Ages 4 and up MUST walk on stage by themselves parent/guardian must wait behind curtain

  **All Contestants MUST submit 1 good quality headshot photo when you submit application or via text (956)454-3065, Facebook Messenger (Rebecca Orellana) or email  rebeccaoproductions@yahoo.com for program book **

6 Months to 3 years (3 outfits needed)  

1. Photogenic  -10pts
2. Latin Fashion/Costume Wear -50%
3. Formal Evening Gown -50%

4 Years and older  (4 outfits needed)

            1.  Opening Dance (Black cocktail knee length dress)

            2. On-Stage Introduction -10% (Same dance dress)

            3. Personal Interview (Business attire) -30%   (Before pageant)

            4. Latin Fashion/Costume Wear -30%

            5. Evening Gown -30%

            6. Onstage Final Question 10pts (1 per contestant) 

People’s Choice 

Award will be given to contestant who gets the most votes at the pageant. This is for an extra award on stage. Each vote will be $1.00……. No Limit! Cash only.  This does not affect scores or crowning. Proceeds will go to local charities. A mini crown, ribbon sash and trophy will be given. 

Latin Fashion Wear 

Latin wear is an outfit or costume that is in style (your style) and flatters your body and personality that reflects the Hispanic, Latina and/or Mexican Culture and Traditions. No Plain Jeans and be creative! Walk and outfit coordination will be judged. This is outfit of choice (any color) but must be fashionable and trendy. This is high fashion runway attire, you can also use props such as hats, sunglasses, etc. 

On-Stage Introduction 

This is brief introduction, try to keep under 1 minute. It must include your name, city, age and may include goals, favorite quote, hobbies or something interesting about yourself.  This is done isn your black knee length cocktail style dress (same dress used for dance)

Personal Interview 

This is done right before the pageants, this is a one to one interview in front of all 3 judges. Each judge will ask 2 questions for a total of 6 questions. (5 minutes max) .They may also ask follow up questions based on your responses.  This is your chance to show your personality to the judges and your only chance to get that close interaction with them. If time permits a list of all possible questions that can be asked will be emailed to the contestants. You wear a business pant/skirt suit or Sunday's best, something you would wear to a job interview.  You can answer in English or Spanish .

Evening Gown 

Your dress should reflect your personality and be age appropriate. Choose a dress that best flatters your body type… feel comfortable in it.  MUST BE FLOOR LENGTH length and can be any style or shade of color.  Only exception to this is the baby and little miss divisions under 23 months. 

On-Stage Question 

Delegates will be asked a final onstage question. The points will be added to final score after all areas of competition have been calculated. This will be done in your evening gown. 

Photogenic 

Must look as professional as possible, clear and good resolution. No distracting backgrounds. Must be a head shot that shows your natural facial beauty without effects or alterations (no glitz photos) . Be sure to smile! 

For girls under 3 years photo will be judged and part of your score. 

Hair and Makeup

Makeup for all divisions should be kept natural and business-like for the Interview competition. Light Stage glamorous makeup is allowed during all on stage competitions for all divisions. When worn, makeup should enhance the contestant’s natural beauty and should not overpower them. Hair styles should be age appropriate. THIS IS A SEMI-GLITZ PAGEANT. No nails under 5, no tans that are out of the norm or distracting, keep hair pieces to a minimum, no showing of midriff (stomach area for younger age groups) ALL OUTFITS MUST BE AGE APPROPRIATE! Points will be deducted for not following rules. 

BEST WAY TO REGISTER IS ON-LINE!

1.  Fill out online application form  

2.  Pay entry fee using link on application page 

3.  Be sure to submit photo ASAP if photo is not attached with application 

Pageant Schedule on SUNDAY September 10th, 2023

1. Older contestants arrive at 11:30pm.  Please be on time
2. Pageant Practice 11:30pm to 1:00pm (Dance/Walks/Intro)
3. Under 3 years please arrive at 2:00pm 
4. Interviews 1:30pm to 2:45pm

            5. Pageant Starts at 3:00pm. 

                 General admission Doors open at 2:50pm

One Queen will be crowned in each age division. They will receive a rhinestone crown, satin sash, crown pin, trophy,  photo shoot package (pending sponsor), All Runner-Ups will receive a mini crown and/or award in each age division. Any prize can change or be replaced at director’s discretion no guarantees. Other prizes may be added to all queens as more sponsors  are acquired. Thank You for your interest and Best of Luck at the Pageant!!