REQUIRED COMPETITIONS
Interview (40% of total score)
The Interview competition is a great time to let the judges know just why they should pick you as the next Virginia state queen. Our judges are warm and friendly and are ready to have a conversation with each contestant. The judges just want to get to know who you are. The interview is a panel style standing in front of all the judges. Contestants in the Junior High, High School, and Collegiate divisions will have a 5 minute interview. Pre-K thru 2nd grade is 2 minutes, 3rd-5th grade is 3 minutes. Contestants should wear a nice outfit for this competition.
FUN FASHION Runway (20% of overall score)
Each contestant will model an outfit of her own choosing. It must be age appropriate, and it should portray the contestant’s personal sense of style and fashion. It can be as simple (without bling) or ornate (blinged out), as you would like. Choose an outfit that you would wear to a Hollywood Premier or Red Carpet Event. Fit is important.
EVENING GOWN (40% of overall score)
All delegates must wear a floor length gown that is age appropriate for the formal wear/evening gown competition. Contestants are judged on grace, poise, fit, and overall presentation.
Contestants in the Elementary divisions as well as the Junior High division must wear a gown that flares out at the waist (ex. Ballgown). Contestants in the High School division may have a slit below the knee. Contestants in the Collegiate division may have a slit above the knee while still remaining in good taste.
PROGRAM STANDARDS: Elementary contestants are not allowed to wear makeup during interview competition. Only lip gloss will be permitted. Elementary contestants are allowed to wear natural makeup under the harsh lights during stage competitions. Hair styling and make-up when allowed should be age appropriate. Junior High, High School, and Collegiate contestants should consider natural makeup for interview competition and appropriate makeup for all other competitions.
OPTIONAL COMPETITIONS
Optional: best interview(does not impact overall score)
$25 Entry Fee
We will be awarding a Best Interview winner in each grade division who will be recognized on stage. Only contestants who have entered the Best Interview optional are eligible for these awards.
Among the contestants entered in best interview, the highest interview score in the Elementary division and the highest interview score across the Jr. High, High School, and Collegiate divisions will be named the two Best Overall Interview winners and will both receive a $100 cash prize.
You must be entered into the Best Interview optional to be eligible for these awards.
Compete for a $100 CASH PRIZE.
Optional: Photogenic(does not impact overall score)
$35 Per Entry
You may enter as many photogenic photos as you would like. Each additional submission has an entry fee of $35. Photogenic photos should be at least 8 x 10 inches and no larger than 8.5 x 11 inches in black & white or color. Photos are due at registration with name and grade division on the back. Do not e-mail your photo(s). There will be 2 overall winners. One from the Elementary Division and one from the Jr. High/High School/Collegiate Division.
OPtional: Lights, Camera, Audition! (Does not impact overall score)
NEW!
$95 Entry Fee
Are you ready to take the spotlight and impress a talent manager? This exciting competition is your chance to showcase your star quality, confidence, and camera-ready presence! You will receive a commercial script to record as a self-tape audition. You’ll also submit three of your best headshots in addition to your self-tape audition. Your performance will be judged by Linda Townsend Management, a professional DC talent management company. Linda is a former Miss Maryland in the Miss America system, who has been in the talent management industry for over 35 years representing talent on Broadway, in film, TV and professional sports. They are searching for standout talent with on-screen potential. Winners will be based on acting ability and talent, personality, and overall star power! One winner will be chosen from the Elementary division (Pre-K thru 5th grade) and one winner from the Jr. High, High School and College division combined. They will win an exclusive one-on-one audition appointment with the opportunity to be considered for talent representation with LTM! This is your real chance to take your next step into the entertainment industry! Take advantage of this opportunity to be seen in front of a talent manager who can open real doors in the entertainment world. This could be your big break! (Representation is not guaranteed, but at the discretion of the LTM management team.) DEADLINE TO ENTER: Jan. 1, 2026. Winner announced during awards.
Compete for a 1 on-1 audition appointment with a talent manager!