Honoring:

Miss Gay Mid-Missouri America 2024

CONTESTANT APPLICATION

February 8th, 2025

Turner Hall Event Center | 518 Vine St, Boonville, MO 65233

An Official Preliminary to Miss Gay Missouri America 2025

“Greek Goddesses”

Date: Saturday, February 8, 2025

Location: Turner Hall Event Center | 518 Vine St, Boonville, MO 65233

Registration Time: 1:00pm Saturday, February 8th, 2025   

Personal Interview (Interview to immediately follow registration)

Registration Fees:

• $50 before February 1st, 2025
• $75 between February 1st, 2025 – Registration
• Payment can be made via Check to: Nclusion Plus or via the following:
  • Venmo: @NclusionPlus
  • CashApp: $NclusionPlus
  • PayPal.Me/NclusionPlus

Please contact Anthony Plogger at NclusionPlus@gmail.com to arrange payment processing.

Pageant Begins at: Doors Open at: 6:30pm | Starts at 7:00pm

Pageant Theme: Greek Goddess

Special Entertainment: Formers and Special Entertainment are encouraged to dress in a Greek God or Goddess character assigned by Venus O'Hara.

Contestant Categories:

• Personal Interview
• Evening Gown
• On-Stage Question
• Talent
• No Presentation for Contestants 

Promoters:

• Anthony Plogger
• Brandon Banks
• Christopher Lehman

Please note: All applications must be submitted electronically via JotForm. Handwritten applications will not be accepted.

The Miss Gay Mid-Missouri America pageant is open to all Missouri residents as applicable to the MGMA guidelines

 

Check in: 6:30pm Saturday, February 8th – Turner Hall Event Center Dressing Room

Pageant begins: 7pm, Saturday, February 8th

Ticket price: $15 (General Admission) or $25 VIP Passes

(Dancer/backup tickets are to be purchased at registration)

Tickets must be purchased in advance at NclusionPlus.com to guarantee seating. 

Winner ($1975 in cash and prizes)

$300 cash ($100 at crowning, $100 at the MGMA pageant, $100 at step down
Opportunity for 12 paid bookings with Nclusion Plus ($600 value)
Professional Photoshoot following MGMMA pageant with Nclusion Plus photographer ($200 value)
Paid entry MGMA & a full-page ad in the MGMA program ($150 value)
Hotel Credit for MGMA ($250 value)
MGMMA crown ($415 value)
MGMMA sash ($60 value)

1st Alternate ($1050 in cash and prizes)

$150 cash ($75 at MGMMA pageant and $75 to be paid at MGMA pageant registration)
Opportunity for 6 paid bookings with Nclusion Plus ($300 value)
Professional Photoshoot following MGMMA pageant ($200 value)
Paid entry MGMA & a full-page ad in the MGMA program ($150 value)
Hotel Credit for MGMA ($250 value)

 

Category Awards are to be provided with a $25 cash prize for each category

Personal Interview
Evening Gown
On Stage Question
Talent
No Presentation for Contestants!

PERSONAL INTERVIEW

20% Weight of Contestant Score

General Appearance	0 to 25 Points
Personality (Professionalism)	0 to 25 Points
Ability to Communicate	0 to 25 Points
Answer Content	0 to 25 Points
TOTAL POINTS	100 possible points per judge

The purpose of Personal Interview is to place the contestant in a situation answering different types of questions and judging how he will react to their diversity. The context of the answer is important but more important is how the contestant conveys that answer. Eye contact with all the judges is very important, not just the judge who has asked the question. The contestant should answer the judges’ questions and do not get involved in getting the opinion of the judge. The contestant is judged on the presentation of thoughts. The contestant should look comfortable in properly fitted attire, but not to the point of sloppiness. Points will be deducted for ill-fitting jackets, pants too long or short, socks that do not match the colors in the outfit, scuffed shoes, too much jewelry, wrinkled, torn, or soiled clothing, buttons missing etc., and/or anything that distracts from the outfit to make it unsightly. The contestant is judged on the look that the contestant has chosen for himself. Usually, trendy outfits do not appeal to the judges, just as they may not appeal to the average interviewer. The key word is average but sharp in appearance. The contestant will be trying to impress and appeal to different types of judges. The flamboyant look will not appeal to every type of judge. The interview category should last no longer than eight (8) minutes. A contestant may compete in the Personal Interview category with “feminine” fingernails; however, contestants should be cautious of excessive use of hand gestures, that might distract from the general presentation of the contestant.

EVENING GOWN

20% Weight of Contestant Score

Suitability for Gown	0 to 25 Points
Suitability of Hairstyle	0 to 25 Points
Presentation	0 to 25 Points
General Appearance	0 to 25 Points
TOTAL POINTS	100 possible points per judge

Evening Gown will be the most elegant apparel of the pageant. It should complement the contestant’s figure. It will be a statement of the contestant’s style and taste. The dress and accessories should be in perfect condition. It is the contestant’s responsibility to take care of the gown and keep the gown in perfect condition for the duration of the pageant. When planning for evening gown, you want to remember you are creating a feminine illusion. If a gown makes you look more masculine it may not score well. There are no restrictions on styles, fabrics, or colors. The only think it must be is a full-length gown. Your shoes and accessories should match. If there are multiple colors, go with the best compliment to the gown or if you are unsure, it's common if more than 50% of your gown is one color then use that color for your shoes and accessories. Hair should complement your gown and overall look. There are no restrictions on whether hair should be an up-do or down, but it should complement the dress. Modeling should be a slow easy pace, touching the three point that form a triangle. At each point the contestant will make a slow turn, facing the back of the stage, pause and turn to the front of the stage. Modeling can be "free style" (no boundaries i.e., no hand gestures limitations in your modeling presentation) however one should keep in mind the mood of elegance during your presentation. Please keep in mind that crowning you may want to have a second hair option styled for crowning.

ON-STAGE INTERVIEW

10% Weight of Contestant Score

Personality	0 to 25 Points
Poise	0 to 25 Points
Ability to Communicate	0 to 25 Points
Answer to Content	0 to 25 Points
TOTAL POINTS	100 points possible per judge

Scoring should be based on personality and poise, the ability to communicate on a microphone in front of an audience, and the context of the answer in relation to the topic given. The contestants should be prepared to give a brief biography to the audience, in the instance that stall time is required. The brief biography, if needed, will not be a judged portion of the On-Stage Question Category but rather, may be needed to “set the mood” for the On-Stage Interview.

TALENT

40% Weight of Contestant Score

Showmanship	0 to 25 Points
Choreography	0 to 25 Points
Quality	0 to 25 Points
Originality & Entertainment Value	0 to 25 Points
TOTAL POINTS	100 points possible per judge

Contestants will be judged on their quality of lip-sync, live vocal, or other entertainment. Judges will be looking to see if the contestant knows the words to their song and finishes each word. Just knowing the words is not enough. The contestant should also look as if they are actually singing the song. Is it believable? If it is a live performance, is the talent of good quality? If there is choreography, the dancers should know the steps and the steps should flow. The contestant should not attempt to do something that is beyond their talent. If dancers or actors are used in the presentation, they should not “upstage” the contestant. The contestant is responsible for the performance of others. If a member of the dance troop does not know their routine, points will be deducted from the score. Quality of set design and construction will be judged. Quantity of set is not judged. Do not put something on the stage that is not going to be used or does not have relation to the talent. Contestants are responsible for their sets. If it falls apart or collapses on stage, points will be deducted from the score. Costuming and set design should reflect the mood one is trying to establish. Always examine your presentation for entertainment value. Does it please, cause laughter, sadness or stir some other emotion? Talent presentations will be limited to seven (7) minutes. No score will be given in the talent category for any presentation over seven (7) minutes in length. Talent presentation music must be on a high-quality FLASH DRIVE. The only music files on the flash drive should be the talent presentation and the crowning song. Prop set-up time will be limited to three (3) minutes. Prop set-up time is not included in the seven (7) minute limit contestants are allowed for talent competition. Twenty-five (25) points will be deducted from the administrative score if prop set-up is over three (3) minutes. Pyrotechnics are not allowed. NO FIRE (including but not limited to a lit cigarette) or LIQUIDS (including but not limited to water) or LIVE ANIMALS whatsoever. Contestants will receive a zero (0) for violation of this regulation.

PRESENTATION

10% Weight of Contestant Score

While Miss Gay Mid-Missouri America does not participate in the presentation category of the Miss Gay America pageant system, all contestants will be given a perfect score of 100 points in order to proceed with the weighted scores needed to determine a winner at our preliminary. 

Each dancer/on-stage performer that is in your talent will be required to sign the Miss Gay Mid-Missouri America Dancer/On-Stage Performer Release Form, prior to performing in the talent competition. These forms must be signed prior to the talent competition category…Forms will be provided on the evening of the talent competition. No performer will be allowed to participate in a talent number without completion of the Release Form…there will be no exceptions. Said Release Form will include the printed given name and signature. Photo identification will be required.

By entering the Miss Gay Mid-Missouri America Pageant, I, ________________ agree, should I be selected as the Official Miss Gay Mid-Missouri America Pageant, I will be obligated to conform to the standards of acceptance (to be determined by the promoter) for personal bookings whether it is to perform, entertain, emcee, or otherwise appear at any show, contest, benefit, function, parade, or gathering. Any and all said performances and appearances will be approved, in advance, through the executive office of MGMA Alumni. I also agree that I will not utilize silicone or other type of body enhancement product or injection below the neck during my reign as Miss Gay Mid-Missouri America. Failure to comply with these rules will be cause for immediate forfeiture of the crown, title of Miss Gay Mid-Missouri America, all prize money awarded (un-disbursed or disbursed) and appearance stream as the official Miss Gay Mid-Missouri America. It is further agreed that in the event that the title and crown are revoked, I clearly understand that I may be required to repay any cash prize, including the value (determined by the promoter) of the non-cash prizes received, as a result of my selection as Miss Gay Mid-Missouri America. I clearly understand and acknowledge that the rules and regulations and my commitment to the promoter, is transferable to the successor and or assigns of City Promoter.

Furthermore, I agree to appear at the next Miss Gay Mid-Missouri America Pageant, without compensation, other than the remainder of the prize package due to Miss Gay Mid-Missouri America. The promoters will furnish a contract and job description, for my employment during my reign as Miss Gay Mid-Missouri America, which shall be signed prior to the official commencement of my reign as Miss Gay Mid-Missouri America. I have previously read and understand the job descriptions of Miss Gay Mid-Missouri America and will abide by the job description requirements and other requirements from the promoter, including but not limited to those noted in the Miss Gay America Promoters Handbook and Contract for Employment.

By signing below, I agree that I have received, read, clearly understand, and agree to abide by the verbiage detailed in all of the Miss Gay America pageant system regulations including but not limited to information detailed within:

• The Miss Gay America Job Description Summary
• The Miss Gay America Contestant and Promoter Rules and Regulations
• The Miss Gay America Entertainer/Emcee Regulations
• The Miss Gay America Contestant Release
• The Miss Gay America Dancer-On Stage Performer Release
• The Miss Gay America Promoters Handbook

I further attest that all of the information submitted as part of the Miss Gay Mid-Missouri America Pageant Contestant Application is true and accurate. By signing below, I further attest that my Stage Name and Given Name are one in the same, for the purpose of acknowledging and agreeing to all of the terms and conditions of the Miss Gay America pageant system, now known or hereafter deemed (by the promoters, their successors and/or assigned) to be policy and procedure of the Miss Gay America pageant system. Additionally, by signing below, I attest that I am a citizen of the United States of America, 21 years of age, have received no hormonal therapy, silicone enhancement below the neck or any other body augmentation below the neck and was clearly qualified to enter the preliminary pageant(s) that qualified me for the Miss Gay America pageant.

I, _________________, a contestant in the Official Miss Gay Mid-Missouri America Pageant, do hereby hold harmless and waive all rights to any claim or lawsuit against: The promoter or its employees, agents, distributors and/or assigns, or the Official Miss Gay Mid-Missouri America Pageant (the “Pageant”) and its representatives (together the “Releasees”) arising out of or related to the Pageant and/or my participation in the Pageant to the extent permitted by law. I also grant the “Releasees” the right to videotape, photograph, sound record, film or otherwise use my name, likeness, image or voice in any television program, documentary or other film, or the internet or in any media now known or hereafter known or any advertising or promotion thereof in connection with or relating to the Pageant. I understand I have no right to and shall not receive any monetary payment for any photograph or recording (audio or video) in which I may appear in connection with or relating to the Pageant.

I enter all activities during the course of the Pageant, past, present, or future, at my own risk and expense. I also agree to hold harmless from liability, the owner, employees, and affiliates of any official site/location(s) of the Miss Gay Mid-Missouri America Pageant. 

I agree that my appearance and performance in the Pageant and all related activities shall constitute a work for hire. In the event such is not deemed a work for hire, I hereby assign, transfer, and convey any and all interest in any copyright I may own, or have a right to, relating to my appearance and performance in the Pageant and its related activities, past, present, or future to the promoters, its successors and/or assigns.

I understand the winner and first alternate agree to represent the title of Miss Gay Mid-Missouri America and appear as requested with advance notice. Should the winner be unable to fulfill the commitment as Miss Gay Mid-Missouri America, the title will revert to the first alternate or other representative chosen by MGMA Alumni Association, its successors and/or assigns.

I attest that my stage name and performances do not infringe on any copyright protections. In the event it is deemed that such infringement is evident, I will immediately remedy such infringement, including but not limited to modification of my stage name and performance. I understand that I am solely responsible for claims against me for copyright infringement and that the promoters, its successors and/or assigns shall be held harmless.

I further agree that any of my actions which are deemed as demeaning to the crown (as determined by the owners of the Miss Gay Mid-Missouri America pageant) or the Pageant during my year as Miss Gay Mid-Missouri America are sufficient grounds for immediate and complete revocation of the title of Miss Gay Mid-Missouri America, the crown, all prize monies (un-disbursed or disbursed,) and all performance fees received as Miss Gay Mid-Missouri America. I agree to honor the ruling of the owners of the Miss Gay America pageant as the final deciding authority. I further agree I will abide by and be held accountable to follow the “Standards of Conduct for Titleholders” (further defined in various publications including but not limited to The Promoters Handbook, The Miss Gay America Job Description Summary, The Miss Gay America Contract, The Entertainer/Emcee Regulations, and other standards as demanded by the promoters, it successors and/or assigns, as adopted for use by the Miss Gay America Pageant system. I further acknowledge that I have read, understand, and agree to abide by the contestant regulations and information noted in the Miss Gay Mid-Missouri America Job Description Summary, Promoters Handbook or any other publication made available by MAD ANGEL Entertainment. Likewise, I will sign a contract, to validate my employment with the Miss Gay America pageant system. I further acknowledge that there will be no disbursement of prize money or awards and that my reign, as Miss Gay Mid-Missouri America, will not officially commence, until the contract has been executed.

This agreement may be assigned by the promoters and/or the Pageant to any third party. This agreement shall apply to all past, present, and future performance with the Miss Gay America pageant system.

I, _________________, a contestant in the Official Miss Gay Mid-Missouri America Pageant, do hereby hold harmless and waive all rights to any claim or lawsuit against: The promoter or its employees, agents, distributors and/or assigns, or the Official Miss Gay Mid-Missouri America Pageant (the “Pageant”) and its representatives (together the “Releasees”) arising out of or related to the Pageant and/or my participation in the Pageant to the extent permitted by law. I also grant the “Releasees” the right to videotape, photograph, sound record, film or otherwise use my name, likeness, image or voice in any television program, documentary or other film, or the internet or in any media now known or hereafter known or any advertising or promotion thereof in connection with or relating to the Pageant. I understand I have no right to and shall not receive any monetary payment for any photograph or recording (audio or video) in which I may appear in connection with or relating to the Pageant.

I enter all activities during the course of the Pageant, past, present, or future, at my own risk and expense. I also agree to hold harmless from liability, the owner, employees, and affiliates of any official site/location(s) of the Miss Gay Mid-Missouri America Pageant. 

I agree that my appearance and performance in the Pageant and all related activities shall constitute a work for hire. In the event such is not deemed a work for hire, I hereby assign, transfer, and convey any and all interest in any copyright I may own, or have a right to, relating to my appearance and performance in the Pageant and its related activities, past, present, or future to the promoters, its successors and/or assigns.

I understand the winner and first alternate agree to represent the title of Miss Gay Mid-Missouri America and appear as requested with advance notice. Should the winner be unable to fulfill the commitment as Miss Gay Mid-Missouri America, the title will revert to the first alternate or other representative chosen by MGMA Alumni Association, its successors and/or assigns.

I attest that my stage name and performances do not infringe on any copyright protections. In the event it is deemed that such infringement is evident, I will immediately remedy such infringement, including but not limited to modification of my stage name and performance. I understand that I am solely responsible for claims against me for copyright infringement and that the promoters, its successors and/or assigns shall be held harmless.

I further agree that any of my actions which are deemed as demeaning to the crown (as determined by the owners of the Miss Gay Mid-Missouri America pageant) or the Pageant during my year as Miss Gay Mid-Missouri America are sufficient grounds for immediate and complete revocation of the title of Miss Gay Mid-Missouri America, the crown, all prize monies (un-disbursed or disbursed,) and all performance fees received as Miss Gay Mid-Missouri America. I agree to honor the ruling of the owners of the Miss Gay America pageant as the final deciding authority. I further agree I will abide by and be held accountable to follow the “Standards of Conduct for Titleholders” (further defined in various publications including but not limited to The Promoters Handbook, The Miss Gay America Job Description Summary, The Miss Gay America Contract, The Entertainer/Emcee Regulations, and other standards as demanded by the promoters, it successors and/or assigns, as adopted for use by the Miss Gay America Pageant system. I further acknowledge that I have read, understand, and agree to abide by the contestant regulations and information noted in the Miss Gay Mid-Missouri America Job Description Summary, Promoters Handbook or any other publication made available by MAD ANGEL Entertainment. Likewise, I will sign a contract, to validate my employment with the Miss Gay America pageant system. I further acknowledge that there will be no disbursement of prize money or awards and that my reign, as Miss Gay Mid-Missouri America, will not officially commence, until the contract has been executed.

This agreement may be assigned by the promoters and/or the Pageant to any third party. This agreement shall apply to all past, present, and future performance with the Miss Gay America pageant system.

Each dancer/on-stage performer that is in your talent will be required to sign the Miss Gay Mid-Missouri America Dancer/On-Stage Performer Release Form, prior to performing in the talent competition. These forms must be signed prior to the talent competition category…Forms will be provided on the evening of the talent competition. No performer will be allowed to participate in a talent number without completion of the Release Form…there will be no exceptions. Said Release Form will include the printed given name and signature. Photo identification will be required.

All contestants and their assistants, and promoters must adhere to these policies. Violations of these policies will result in Administrative Violation Point (AVP) deduction sanctioned against a contestant and/or termination of competition. Contestants are responsible for the actions, conduct, and the consequences of those actions and conduct of their helpers, assistants, dancers, actors, etc. Any variations from the standard Dressing Room Policy should be clearly communicated with the contestants at the time of registration.

• Smoking will not be allowed in dressing rooms.
• Only one (1) assistant per contestant will be allowed in the dressing room(s) at any time, unless uniformly approved by the promoter.
• One (1) pass will be given to each contestant. This pass must be shared among the assistants’. If a pass is lost, a new one may be purchased for $10.00. Until the new pass is issued, the contestant assistants will not be allowed to be in the dressing room(s). Only one pass per contestant will be allowed to be in use at any time. Revocation of all dressing room privileges will be the penalty given to any contestant whose assistants are found to be using more than one (1) pass at any time.
• All persons without a pass will be removed from the location of the pageant should they attempt
  to enter the dressing room(s)
• No beverages of any kind (including water) are allowed in the dressing rooms at any time.
• Dancers in Talent Presentations will not be allowed in the dressing room(s) until two (2) contestants before them (example: contestant #6 is performing then contestants #8 dancers will be allowed into the dressing room(s), unless otherwise uniformly approved by the promoter.
• As soon as your talent in completed, dancers will vacate the dressing room immediately.
• During the course of the pageant, there will be many people at any given time in the dressing room(s). For this reason, there will be one person in charge of each dressing room. This individual will have the ultimate decision as to who is allowed to enter the dressing room. The dressing room monitor will be allowed to escort any individual out of the dressing room at their discretion.
• Contestants may bring their own mirrors, although stations will have at least one mirror
  available.

Based on the Miss Gay America System requirements the following criteria must be met by ALL performers, both former titleholders & contest contestants, during any official Miss Gay America function. An official function is defined as any state pageant, preliminary pageant, state revue show, preliminary revue show, or other event that is promoted with the “America” system name or logo.

1. Appropriate padding should be worn including breast pads and hip pads.
2. Feminine nails should be worn at all times while in female attire.
3. False eyelashes should be worn at all times while in female attire.
4. Hosiery should be worn at all times while in female attire.
5. Tattoos must be covered, and not be seen.
6. No Pasties, thongs, or attire that would show excessive cleavage or nipples.
7. No attire that would be considered demeaning to America Crown/System.
8. A professional demeanor must be maintained at all times while acting as an Emcee. This includes but not limited to foul language, off colored jokes, or inappropriate comments.

Failure to comply with the above criteria WILL result in forfeiture of ANY official duty or performance during the official function. Failure to comply could also result in being placed on the local, state, and/or national “Official Suspended Contestant/Affiliate Registry.” 

By signing below, you understand and agree to the terms set above, and agree to meet the requirements as stated. Furthermore, you understand that by not complying you forfeit all participation in the current function and risk forfeiture from future functions.

All contestants and their assistants, and promoters must adhere to these policies. Violations of these policies will result in Administrative Violation Point (AVP) deduction sanctioned against a contestant and/or termination of competition. Contestants are responsible for the actions, conduct, and the consequences of those actions and conduct of their helpers, assistants, dancers, actors, etc. Any variations from the standard Dressing Room Policy should be clearly communicated with the contestants at the time of registration.

• Smoking will not be allowed in dressing rooms.
• Only one (1) assistant per contestant will be allowed in the dressing room(s) at any time, unless uniformly approved by the promoter.
• One (1) pass will be given to each contestant. This pass must be shared among the assistants’. If a pass is lost, a new one may be purchased for $10.00. Until the new pass is issued, the contestant assistants will not be allowed to be in the dressing room(s). Only one pass per contestant will be allowed to be in use at any time. Revocation of all dressing room privileges will be the penalty given to any contestant whose assistants are found to be using more than one (1) pass at any time.
• All persons without a pass will be removed from the location of the pageant should they attempt
  to enter the dressing room(s)
• No beverages of any kind (including water) are allowed in the dressing rooms at any time.
• Dancers in Talent Presentations will not be allowed in the dressing room(s) until two (2) contestants before them (example: contestant #6 is performing then contestants #8 dancers will be allowed into the dressing room(s), unless otherwise uniformly approved by the promoter.
• As soon as your talent in completed, dancers will vacate the dressing room immediately.
• During the course of the pageant, there will be many people at any given time in the dressing room(s). For this reason, there will be one person in charge of each dressing room. This individual will have the ultimate decision as to who is allowed to enter the dressing room. The dressing room monitor will be allowed to escort any individual out of the dressing room at their discretion.
• Contestants may bring their own mirrors, although stations will have at least one mirror
  available.