Do you have what it takes to be the next
Miss Gay Western States America?
Welcome Contestants!
We would like first of all to congratulate you for taking this step toward excellence! Miss Gay Western States America has a deep legacy within the Miss Gay America system and we are extremely excited to be a part of that history! Each contestant is unique and has their own passion for this amazing system. Within this packet you will find the complete Miss Gay Western States America contestant application. Please take the time to read and complete everything that is required. We will gather signatures from you on May 27 at contestant orientation. Please read all directions and adhere to all deadlines. If you have any questions please do not hesitate to contact Daniel (520-275-1824) or Nick (602-400-2286) at mgwsamerica@aol.com. A schedule of official events will be sent to you at least 60 days prior to the pageant.
All contestants will compete in all 5 categories of the Miss Gay America System:
Male Interview, Opening Presentation, Evening Gown, On-Stage Question and Talent.
Miss Gay Western States America will be held at the Hormel Theatre inside the Phoenix Theatre Campus,
100 E. McDowell Ave, Phoenix, Arizona 85004.
OPENING PRODUCTION ATTIRE
The theme is Carnival. Think Rio Carnival, bright colors, feathers, beads, head-dresses. For more guidance, please do not hesitate to ask Daniel, Nick or Miss Gay America Suzy Wong.
We look forward to working with each and every one of you and are excited to help write the next chapter in the Miss Gay Western States America story!
Daniel Eckstrom Nick Ray
Promoters, Miss Gay Western States America
Miss Gay Western States America 2017 Schedule
Miss Gay Western States America 2017
Saturday, May 27th- Phoenix, Arizona
Hormel Theatre @ Phoenix Theatre- 100 E. McDowell Road, Phoenix AZ 85004
Saturday, May 27th- Phoenix, Arizona
Hormel Theatre @ Phoenix Theatre- 100 E. McDowell Road, Phoenix AZ 85004
9:30 am- Load in
11:00 am- Male Interview
Noon- Opening Presentation Rehearsal
12:45 pm- Talent Rehearsal
6:00 pm- Contestant Roll Call, Hormel Theatre Dressing Rooms
7:00 pm- Start of the Pageant
7:25 pm- Entertainment
8:25 pm- Entertainment
9:15 pm- Entertainment
- Per the map, please park in the parking lot off Alvarado Rd. We will have a sign on the door of which to enter
11:00 am- Male Interview
Noon- Opening Presentation Rehearsal
12:45 pm- Talent Rehearsal
6:00 pm- Contestant Roll Call, Hormel Theatre Dressing Rooms
7:00 pm- Start of the Pageant
- Opening Production with MGA/MGWSA Suzy Wong (Solo Part)
- Special Guests will be announced
- Contestants will be announced
- Suzy will address the audience
- Presentation category will begin
7:25 pm- Entertainment
- Ajia Simone
- Nevaeh McKenzie, Miss Gay Arizona America 2015
- Alina Malletti-Galore, Miss Gay Western States America 2007
8:25 pm- Entertainment
- Barbra Seville, Miss Gay Western States America 2015
- TC Taylor, Miss Gay Arizona America 2009
- China Collins, Miss Gay Western States America 2008
9:15 pm- Entertainment
- Alina Malletti- Galore, Miss Gay Western States America 2007
- China Collins, Miss Gay Western States America 2008
- Tyra Marie, Miss Gay Arizona America 2013
- Tiffany Bonet, Miss Gay America 1992
- Suzy Wong, Miss Gay Western States America 2016 & Miss Gay America 2017
PRIZE PACKAGE INFORMATION
Please note we will be adding to the following as we receive word from potential sponsors.
WINNER Prize Package
CASH - $,1500.00 Total in the following installments
Entry Fee to Miss Gay America 2018 - $125
Jewelry Set (necklace, earrings and 1 ring) from Made for a Queen – valued at $350
Photoshoot with Scotty Kirby Photography - $250
25,000 miles with American Airlines good for one roundtrip ticket within the United States - value approx. $500
TOTAL Prize Package Value - $3,000.00
FIRST ALTERNATE Prize Package
CASH - $1000.00 Total in the following installments:
Photoshoot with Scotty Kirby - $250
Entry Fee waived to MGWSA 18 - $125
25,000 miles with American Airlines good for one roundtrip ticket within the United States - value approximately $500
TOTAL Prize Package Value - $,2000.00
Please note we will be adding to the following as we receive word from potential sponsors.
WINNER Prize Package
CASH - $,1500.00 Total in the following installments
- $250 at MGWSA crowning,
- $1,000 at Miss Gay America 2018, and
- $250 at MGWSA stepdown)
Entry Fee to Miss Gay America 2018 - $125
Jewelry Set (necklace, earrings and 1 ring) from Made for a Queen – valued at $350
Photoshoot with Scotty Kirby Photography - $250
25,000 miles with American Airlines good for one roundtrip ticket within the United States - value approx. $500
TOTAL Prize Package Value - $3,000.00
FIRST ALTERNATE Prize Package
CASH - $1000.00 Total in the following installments:
- $200 at MGWSA
- $800 at Miss Gay America 2018
Photoshoot with Scotty Kirby - $250
Entry Fee waived to MGWSA 18 - $125
25,000 miles with American Airlines good for one roundtrip ticket within the United States - value approximately $500
TOTAL Prize Package Value - $,2000.00