All contestants will participate in Beauty / Evening Gown and the Opening Number, with an additional interview portion for older divisions at the National Pageant.

Our goal is to keep the system:

• Easy to understand

• Low-stress for families

• Enjoyable for contestants of all experience levels

Required Competitions:

• Opening Number

• Beauty / Evening Gown

These divisions are designed to keep the experience fun, simple, and confidence-building for younger contestants.

Required Competitions:

• Opening Number

• Beauty / Evening Gown

• Interview (short and age-appropriate)

These divisions offer a more complete national experience while still maintaining a relaxed and encouraging environment.

Opening Number

• A fun, choreographed group production number

• Designed to kick off the competition and introduce contestants

• Outfit details and simple choreography will be provided in advance

• No prior dance experience required

• Often sponsored by Marc Defang - no dress purchase required

Beauty / Evening Gown

• The foundation of our system

• Contestants present themselves in a gown that makes them feel confident and beautiful

• No required walking pattern

​Interview (Older Divisions Only)

• Short and relaxed format

• Designed to build confidence, not create pressure

• Judges are looking for personality, communication, and authenticity

We believe pageantry should be:

• Encouraging

• Age-appropriate

• Focused on building confidence

By keeping our required competitions simple, contestants are able to enjoy the experience while still participating in a true national-level event.

Above all, our goal is for every contestant to feel comfortable, confident, and proud of themselves on stage.

Be Kind. Be Yourself. BeYOUtiful.