2008 APPLE BLOSSOM FESTIVAL 
Pageant Details and Entry Forms
for Queen, Junior Queen, and Princess Pageants
Pageant entry deadline is March 15.
Pageants
Saturday, April 5, 2008
Missouri Theater, 717 Edmond St., downtown St. Joseph
- Queen Pageant -- 8 p.m.
- Junior Queen Pageant -- 7 p.m.
- Princess Pageant -- 6 p.m.
Rehearsals
Rehearsals are scheduled for Thursday, April 3, 2008.
Missouri Theater, 717 Edmond St., downtown St. Joseph.
- Queen Practice -- 7:30 p.m.
- Junior Queen Practice -- 6:45 p.m.
- Princess Practice -- 6 p.m.
Pageant Workshops for Queen Contestants
Click here for information about the Pageant Workshops, designed to give tips to queen contestants that will help them to compete better.
Queen Pageant
Young women, aged 15-19 (inclusive) as of April 3, 2008.
Competition in four categories
- Essay on separate sheet of paper (200 words or less): "My favorite family tradition is ... and why."
- Sportswear (not swimsuit). You will be asked to give a brief introduction, including your name, age, etc.
- Modeling (professional/dressy appropriate attire) for an in-depth interview with emcee.
- Interview (formal evening gown).
Winner may go on to participate in the Miss Missouri Pageant.
Entry Fee: $45.
Contestants are limited to 20. Contestants may be judged in advance on their photos and essays.
Awards and prizes
Queen and First Attendant will ride in Apple Blossom Parade on May 3, 2008.
Queen will receive $500 cash.
Queen will also receive a 16x20 portrait of herself in crown ’Äî compliments of J McBee Photographic Studio and Gallery, a crown and flowers.
1st Attendant will receive $300 scholarship money. She will also receive a crown and flowers.
2nd Attendant will receive $200 scholarship money. She will also receive a crown and flowers.
Entry forms must include application, fee, essay and a non-returnable photo. You must submit your entry form by March 15 (postmarked or hand-delivered) to the location below:
J. McBee Photographic Studio & Gallery
3315 N. Belt Highway
St. Joseph, MO 64506
You must call J. McBee at 816-364-6454 to make an appointment to have a photo taken for the St. Joseph News-Press by March 30. You can have it taken when you drop off your application if you have called for an appointment).¬Ý There is no cost for the News-Press photo.¬Ý
Click here for a .doc file of the queen entry form.
Click here for a .pdf file of the queen entry form.
Junior Queen Pageant
Girls, aged 11-14 (inclusive) as of April 3, 2008.
Entry Fee: $35.
Contestants are limited to 20. Contestants may be judged in advance on their photos and essays.
Competition in the following categories:
- Essay on separate sheet of paper (200 words or less): "My favorite family tradition is ... and why."
- Modeling (party/dressy appropriate attire, NO FORMALS ALLOWED) for a short interview with emcee.
The judging committee may narrow the field to 20 contestants (if necessary), who will appear on stage the night of the contest at Missouri Theater and may read their essay and be interviewed on stage.
Awards and prizes
Junior Queen and first attendant will ride in Apple Blossom Parade on May 3, 2008.
Junior Queen will receive $300 cash.
Junior Queen will also receive a 16x20 portrait herself in crown ’Äî compliments of J McBee Photographic Studio and Gallery, a crown and flowers.
First and second runners-up also will receive an award.
Entry forms must include application, fee, essay and a non-returnable photo. You must submit your entry form by March 15 (postmarked or hand-delivered) to the location below:
J. McBee Photographic Studio & Gallery
3315 N. Belt Highway
St. Joseph, MO 64506
You must call J. McBee at 816-364-6454 to make an appointment to have a photo taken for the St. Joseph News-Press by March 30. You can have it taken when you drop off your application if you have called for an appointment).¬Ý There is no cost for the News-Press photo.¬Ý
Click here for a .doc file of the junior queen entry form.
Click here for a .pdf file of the junior queen entry form.
Princess Pageant
Girls, aged 7-10 (inclusive) as of April 3, 2008.
Entry Fee: $25
Contestants are limited to 20. Contestants may be judged in advance on their photo and essay.
Competition
Essay on separate sheet of paper (50 words or less) on the topic "My favorite family tradition is ... and why.".
The judging committee may narrow the field to 20 contestants (if necessary), who will appear on stage the night of the contest at Missouri Theater and will read their essay and be interviewed on stage.
PLEASE NOTE: WE HAVE ADDED A SHORT REHEARSAL SO THE YOUNG LADIES CAN GET THE FEEL OF THE MICROPHONE AND STAGE.
Awards and prizes
Princess and two attendants will ride in Apple Blossom Parade on May 3, 2008.
Princess will receive $200 cash. She will also receive a 16x20 portrait of herself in crown ’Äî compliments of J McBee Photographic Studio and Gallery, a crown and flowers.
First and second runners-up will receive an award.
Entry forms must include application, fee, essay and a non-returnable photo. You must submit your entry form by March 15 (postmarked or hand-delivered) to the location below:
J. McBee Photographic Studio & Gallery
3315 N. Belt Highway
St. Joseph, MO 64506
You must call J. McBee at 816-364-6454 to make an appointment to have a photo taken for the St. Joseph News-Press by March 30. You can have it taken when you drop off your application if you have called for an appointment).¬Ý There is no cost for the News-Press photo.¬Ý
Click here for a .doc file of the princess entry form.
Click here for a .pdf file of the princess entry form.
