Our Current PAGEANT Queens

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 Date: Saturday October 12th, 2024 

Location: Harlingen Community Theatre, 1209 Fair Park Blvd. 

Harlingen, Texas 78550

Check In: 4:00pm 

Pageant Time: 5:30pm to 7:45pm* 

Admission Fee: $20 for Everyone 

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. 

***ALL CONTESTANTS ARE REQUIRED TO SELL 8 ADMISSION TICKETS***

DEADLINE TO REGISTER OCTOBER 4TH, 2024

Fee includes registration into the pageant and 1 program book 

Ticket money $160 (8x$20) is due day of event. Cash or Cashapp only. No checks

 At check-in you will reserve tickets by placing name of person on back of it. You can also pay for tickets before event but ALL tickets will be available till day of event. 

(Subject to change based on registered participants)

Age Divisions*

Baby 3-12 Months

Little 13-23 M

Toddler 2-3 Years

Princess 4-6

Sweetheart 7-9

Pre-Teen 10-12 

Teen 13-17

Miss 18-25*

Ms/Mrs 26-39*

Darling (SN) - Special Needs

*May be Single/Married/May have Children

Important Event Details:

**CONTESTANTS MUST BE AT LEAST 25%  OF HISPANIC, LATINA, AND/OR MEXICAN HERITAGE DESCENT **

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) preferably live in the Rio Grande Valley  
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. The Darling division is a  special needs  division for all ages for girls/teens/women. 
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 **

Points are total for all 3 judges. 

3 Months to 6 years (2 outfits needed)  

1. Photogenic  -30pts
2. Latin Heritage Wear - 50 % (90 points)
3. Formal Evening Gown - 50% (90 points)

7 Years and older  (3  outfits needed)

            1.  Opening Dance - Black cocktail knee length dress (0 pts)

            2. On-Stage Introduction (Same dress as Dance) - 10%  (30 points)

            3. Latin Heritage Wear -30%  (90 points)

            4.  Onstage Q & A Interview - 30% (90 points)

            5. Evening Gown -30%  (90 points)

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) 

On-Stage Question (Q & A) Interview  

Delegates will be asked 3 questions onstage fishbowl style or by the judge panel. This will count as the "interview" part of the pageant. This will be done in your evening gown. They may also ask follow up questions based on your responses.  This is your chance to show your personality to the judges . If time permits a list of all possible questions that can be asked will be emailed to the contestants. You can answer in English or Spanish. Knowing Spanish is not required! 

Latin Heritage 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 an outfit of choice (any color) but must be fashionable and trendy. You must adhere to the theme and you may use props such as hats, sunglasses, etc. 

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. 

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 6 years photo will be judged and part of your score.

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. 

Hair and Makeup

Makeup for all divisions should be kept natural. 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 application form  under "Pageant Register" tab

2.  Pay entry fee using link on application page with a credit or debit card, send via CashApp or  Cash but you must text to meet up in Harlingen. 

3. If photo is not attached with application, send in headshot photo via Email, Facebook Messenger or Text  Email rebeccaoproductions@yahoo.com  

Text 956-454-3065

Pageant Schedule on Saturday October 12th, 2024

1. Contestants arrive at 4:00pm. Please be on time.
2. Pageant Dance Practice 4pm to 5:00pm.                                                                  We may have 1 or 2 practices before the pageant. 
3. Under 3 years please arrive at 4:30pm

            4.  General Admission Doors open at 5:30pm

            5. Pageant starts at 5:45 ish give or take

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!!