Pageant Workshops
This year the pageant has chosen the theme; “The Many Faces of Mrs. Utah”. We understand and appreciate that most women are juggling many “faces” as they organize their daily lives. As you prepare for this pageant we want to give you the necessary tools to be “balanced” in your life and your journey towards the exciting prospect of Mrs. Utah United States. In this preparation; every participant of these workshops will be a winner of a better you.
Each workshop will provide information and guidance about preparation for the competition categories of the pageant. They will also provide speakers/activities that will enrich your life. Light lunch/refreshments will be provided
Workshop #1:”Faces of Mrs. Utah: Professional”
Date: January 9, 2010 9am -12pm
Location: Hidden Valley Clubhouse
Professionalism is a great start to the image of Mrs. Utah. Mrs. Utah represents the women of this great state and she needs to present her best. This workshop will cover how to chose/strengthen your platform. We will discuss how to get sponsors without so much anxiety. We will also discuss strategies for a good interview. The interview score is a third of the overall points; but it is also your first opportunity to impress the judges.
Workshop #2: “Faces of Mrs. Utah: Glamorous”
Date: February 6, 2010 9am-12pm
Location: Hidden Valley Clubhouse.
What is a pageant without a little glamour? Join us for a fashion show to see various styles of evening gown wear appropriate for the night of the pageant. We will also have speakers to address elegance, poise, and individuality that will add a lot of confidence to your beautiful gown. This workshop will also teach you how to deal with the media once you hold the position of Mrs. Utah.
Workshop #3: “Faces of Mrs. Utah: Flirty”
Date: March 13, 2010 9am-12pm
Location: Hidden Valley Clubhouse.
Release the inner flirt! Swimwear is the last category of the competition that generally terrifies many, but we say embrace it. This competition is designed to see that you are taking care of your physical well being. We will demonstrate how to walk in those heels and only show your best side. As we release the inner flirt it allows us to reach beyond our comfort zones to service others and find a balance amongst our families, careers and other pursuits.
Workshop #4: “Faces of Mrs. Utah: Determination”
Date: April 10, 2010 3pm-8pm
Location: Hidden Valley Clubhouse.
The show must go on! This workshop is designed to teach the walking patterns and opening number routine to be performed pageant night. Our choreographer has a great experience to teach all levels of talent so a little determination goes a long way. We will be providing dinner to keep up your energy.
Workshop #5: “Faces of Mrs. Utah: Panic!”
Date: April 24, 2010 5pm-8pm
Location: Hidden Valley Clubhouse.
This workshop is designed to help alleviate the panic that is so frequently generated at this point as the pageant gets so close. This will be reserved to review checklists and rehearse any necessary steps/routines so each contestant has confidence (not panic) approaching pageant night.
JUDGES INTERVIEW
Date: April 30, 2010
Location: Hidden Valley Clubhouse.
Interviews will be between 1pm-5pm. You will be given a time for your arrival. You will go in the order of you contestant numbers. Each interview will be 5 minutes long, no introduction.
PAGEANT DAY!
Date:May 1, 2010:
All day Rehearsal and Pageant Night
Location: Kingsbury Hall in Salt Lake City, Utah
Rehearsal held from 8:00am to 4:00pm. We will provide lunch and snacks. We will be going through the entire show with the script, stage placements and making any adjustments if needed. Bring EVERTHING that you will be wearing that night with you; dressing rooms will be assigned. 4:00- 6:30pm will be time to get ready. We strongly advise that you don’t leave the building to prepare for the competition as there have been problems in the past (traffic, accidents, forgotten clothing) Students from Paul Mitchell School will be there so assist you with make-up and hair free of charge if you choose to use them.