FAQ
What is the benefit of entering a pageant?
The benefit of entering a pageant is, but not limited to, a great way to meet new incredible people, support your community, an asset to your resume, and a great way to share your gifts and talents while enjoying networking opportunities for your chosen career path. The purpose of any pageant is to promote self-confidence and to give women an opportunity to promote their chosen platforms. Also, a prominent output of a pageant is a goodwill/brand ambassador whose stature can be used for a definite period of time by the organizations/corporations associated with the event.
What is a platform?
A platform is an issue, charity, or cause that you care deeply about and promote throughout your reign as a local/state/national/international delegate. Once chosen, the titleholder uses their stature to address community service organizations, business and civic leaders, the media and others, about their platform issues.
How do I choose a platform?
Each delegate chooses a platform according to her convictions. Some delegates may have been touched with tragedy, disease, or abuse, and want to promote those charitable organizations. Choose the platform that you are the most comfortable with and feel that you can make the biggest difference in the lives of others.
Is there a talent portion of the competition?
No, there is no ‘performing’ talent required. Your application will provide a space for listing your talents.
How long does a reign last?
A delegate's reign lasts from the time she is crowned until the time your successor is crowned. Usually one year.
What is considered a public appearance?
A public appearance is any location that you appear in your crown and/or banner to support/promote your platform, sponsors, and the Miss Newport Beach Beauty Pageant. ie. . . charitable functions, parades, visit local officials, etc ...
How many public appearances do I have to make during my reign?
Once you have been crowned, you are required to make two appearances per quarter during your reign, and submit photos for website publicity.
Are you looking for someone perfect?
No. Perfection equals pressure but excellence equals confidence. Therefore, strive for excellence. It is what the Judges will be instructed to look for. Of note: In the swimsuit portion of the competition, the Judges will be looking for physical fitness = a healthy & fit body.
Do I need a fancy and expensive wardrobe to be competitive?
No. It is more important to find swimwear, stage/interview outfits, and an evening gown, you feel confident in that best suits you and your character. We keep the focus on the woman in the wardrobe knowing she is what the Judges are considering. Contestants are encouraged to secure sponsors to assist them.
Are classes and orientation required?
The orientation is mandatory and will be held Feb 1, 2008 at 6:00 PM location to be announced. The rehearsal prior to the event is also mandatory. Please let us know if this poses a problem and we will discuss options.
The classes are an added bonus and are included in your package for the low entry fee. We are offering you $2500 worth of training all as a gift for entering the pageant. The more you attend classes the more polished and prepared you will be not only for the pageant, but for life in general. See the calendar on this website for class details.
Is “Sponsorship” required?
No sponsorships required.
How much is the entry into the pageant?
The entry is $295 per a contestant. The entry fee includes the pageant, a series of training seminars, photo shoots, and other fun and exciting events throughout the year.
2 payments allowed: a payment of $150.00 with application and a payment of $150.00 at Orientation.
Or pay with 1 payment of $295.00
What form of payment Newport Beach Pageant accepted?
We accept Mastercard, Visa and Check. Enclosed Check payable to Lancona Corporation
How is the Miss Newport Beach Pageant judged?
Each contestant will be judged in four areas of competition; Personal Interview, On-Stage Interview, Swimsuit and Evening Gown. Judging criteria includes character, poise, confidence, knowledge, and personality.
Scoring (all contestants):
- Introduction and On-Stage Presence
25% of total final score. Each contestant will perform walking. Posing and speaking on-stage. Judges will score, accounting for 25% of the final round, based on confidence, stage presence, knowledge, and personality. - Swimwear
25% of total final score. Contestants model on stage in their choice of swimwear. Suggested swimwear is two-piece, solid colored. No thongs, T-backs or G-strings will be allowed. - Evening Gown
25% of total final score. Contestants model on stage in their choice of evening gowns. Emphasis in this round is on elegance and grace, so each contestant will want to choose a gown in which she feels comfortable and radiant. - Q & A
25% of total final score.
Legalities
No contestant or any member of their immediate family can be employed by Miss Newport Beach Pageant system, or any of its subsidiaries, Lancona Corporation, B Scene Advertising Agency or any of their subsidiaries or affiliated or related companies. (If contestant or any member of their immediate family is employed by any of the foregoing or any firm or corporation controlled or affiliated with any of them, then they must notify the state director immediately, in writing, so that their eligibility may be determined.
Must be willing to release, unconditionally and forever, any claim against Miss Newport Beach Pageant system, Lancona Corporation, Its parent and affiliated or related companies and their respective officers, directors, partners, employees, agents and assigns, which they may have by virtue of their participation in their city and/or state pageant, or by any use of their name, likeness, voice, and/or biography in connection with their city and/or state pageant, including use in promotional and advertising material.
Must understand and agree that all issues as to eligibility shall be determined by Miss Newport Beach Pageant and they must agree to abide by that determination both as to themselves and other applicants.
How to become a contestant in this year’s event?
Simply follow these 3 easy steps:
STEP 1: Select a recent snapshot and mark the back with your name, age and address. This does not need to be a professional photo however, it will not be returned.
STEP 2: Complete the application by filling out the all form.
STEP 3:
3.1) If paid by check, please print submission form and mail it along with your photo and your entry fee.
3.2) If paid by Credit Card, please print submission form and mail it along with your photo.
MISS NEWPORT BEACH
3419 VIA LIDO, STE 649
NEWPORT BEACH, CA 92663
*The entry is $295.00 per a contestant. The entry fee includes the pageant, a series of training seminars, photo shoots, and other fun and exciting events throughout the year.
*2 payments allowed: a payment of $150.00 with application and a payment of $150.00 at Orientation.
If an entrant is not eligible due to age or other circumstance, then all fees will be returned to those that do not meet the requirements for the pageant. All other fees are not refundable. All paid contestants will participate in the pageant on pageant day.
Completed entry form deadline is February 1st, 2008. Late entry form deadline is February 8th, 2008 with addition of $100 late fee and absence of training class.