| 1. Participants must be registered in the proper age category and be able to show proof of age. NOTE: No previous title holder is eligible to complete in that age category again; however, they may compete in another age category. |
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*WINNERS ARE NOT ELIGIBLE TO HOLD OTHER CIVIL WAR PAGEANT TITLES DURING THEIR REIGN.*
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2. All applications have a $20 entry fee per person (married couples - $20 total). A $5 late pageant entry fee will be charged.
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| 3. Make checks payable to Civil War Pageants and send to:
Pat Vincent, Pageant Director
3272 Coffman SCHS Road
Sacramento, KY 42372
For more information, contact: patvincent@vci.net or call (270) 736-2662.
Entries will be accepted during the day at the Reenactor Registration Tent and starting at 6 pm Saturday evening at the School Gym until the pageant starts at 6:30 pm. Photo will be posted on the battle website and in the next battle program.
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AWARDS
First Place will receive a trophy.
Ladies will also receive a crown & title sash.
Second Place will receive a trophy.
All winners will ride in the parade and attend the Ladies Tea as well as being recognized at the Battlefield Ball and in the Opening Ceremonies. They will also receive VIP Seating.
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JUDGING
Will be based on costume, hat, smile, curtsey or bow and overall appearance. Accessories are one point each. The judges are looking for the contestants that portray the typical southern lady and man of the antebellum era.
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SUGGESTIONS FOR FASHION & DRESS
- Day Dress, Tea Dress or Ball Gown
- Uniform, Day Suit
- Accessories: parasol, basket, fan, gloves, redicule, jewelry, doll; rifle, haversack/cup, belt/cartridge; bonnet, hat, hair accents
- Hat, Cap, appropriate hairstyle and make-up for impression
- Period toy, etc and flag
- Appropriate shoes/boots
- No strapless gowns or zippers. Should have button, hook & eye or tied closures, pantaloons & hoop.
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| 4. PHOTO CATEGORIES do not require period clothing. Contestants should be dressed in red, white or blue outfits with a patriotic theme or in period attire. (example: holding a flag). Color or Sepia type photos will be accepted.
Photo Size Requirements: Minimum: 3 x 5; Maximum: 8 x 10
(head or shoulders pose or full body). Photos will not be returned.
Fee: $15 per entry
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| PHOTO ENTRY: Attach photo with paper clip to application and submit in an envelope with names, age and phone number on a piece of tape and attach to back of photo. Scan your photo, cover it with plastic and place it on your decorated container. Ask for Votes - cut slit in lid.
PUBLIC JUDGING: Will be based on smile, patriotic theme, outfit and overall appearance. Decorated Photo Containers will be displayed on Friday at the Battle Information Tent and public voting at a penny per vote until 12:30 pm Sunday. Each $1 equals 100 votes.
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| * Contestants are also encouraged to display collection containers at area businesses prior to the battle. All funds must be collected and turned in by 12:30 pm Sunday at the Battle Information Tent Voting Display. Winners will be announced following the battle on Sunday at the Battlefield Events Stage. First place will receive a trophy. |
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| As a contestant, I certify that the information contained in this application is correct. I have read the rules/guidelines & agree to abide by the decision of the judges. I further understand that the pageant or committee will not be helfd responsible for any items stolen, accidents that may occur, during or going to or from pageant. I understand that there will be no refunds. I agree to represent my title if I should win and not participate in other Civil War pageants during my reign. I agree to be responsible for any and all expenses for public appearances that I so choose to participate in and will not hold the pageant or committee responsible for any accidents that may occur during, before or after any type of public appearance I choose to attend.
_________________________________ Contestants Signature
Date: _______________
(Required for 17 or under)As a parent or guardian, I do hereby give permission for my child to be in the Civil War Pageant. I've completely read the rules/guidelines & certify this application is correct.)
_____________________________Parents/Guardians Signature
Date: ______________
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