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Miss and Teen International 2010 Finals
Jul 24th
Chicago, IL
July 24, 2010
We’re back and we’re happy you are back, too!
The final night of competition is here before us in Chicago, IL and we know you are all looking forward to what is in store. Let’s quickly review what has been awarded so far.
On Thursday, the Teens awarded Congeniality to Megan Willey, Miss North Carolina International 2010. Photogenic was awarded to Miss Arkansas International 2010, Mollie Parker.
On Friday, they awarded Kristin Koether, Texas, the Director of the Year award. Congeniality was awarded to Ali Glaser, Miss Missouri International 2010, and Photogenic was awarded to Miss Oklahoma International 2010, Anne Marie Costello.
In fact, we were lucky enough to get interviews with Megan, Ali and Anne Marie for our podcasts coming out next week. You won’t want to miss those outstanding glimpses at the ladies as they prepare for their finals competition.
As we wait tonight for everyone to file into their seats, an odd quiet rumble fills the air. Nerves, tension, and even a little fear fill the air. The jubilant excess of the preliminary nights has been replaced with anticipation and nervous excitement. I’m ho9led up in my position in the back of the theater and I am ready for this evening to ROCK!
As with yesterday’s report, we won’t be focusing on the production elements as we typically do with preliminary nights and try to keep this to the results and major events (like any falls, trips, or explosive bunnies).
After opening number and introductions, we moved very quickly into the announcement of finalists and online voting.
The Online Voting for Teen was Florida; Miss was Kansas.
Then it was on to finalists. All orders here are in the order announced at the venue. They are random, but they are the order the ladies will compete in for the balance of the evening.
Miss Teen International 2010 Top Ten
- Minnesota
- California
- Tennessee
- South Carolina
- East Coast
- Arkansas
- Florida
- Missouri
- Pennsylvania
- Texas
Miss International 2010 Top Ten
- Texas
- Oklahoma
- Alabama
- North Carolina
- Tennessee
- California
- Maryland
- Virginia
- Arkansas
- District of Columbia
There were, as always, a number of people that made for the door right after the announcement of Top Ten. That’s really a shame, folks. C’mon, folks. Behave like adults. I heard quite a bit of noise in the corridor outside while Jessica Byington, Miss Teen International 2009 was interviewed by Joanne onstage. By the time Erin Golden, Miss International 2009, was onstage, it seemed to settle down. Erin introduced her fiancé from the stage and told everyone to expect her to compete again as a Mrs. International contestant.
On stage question started with Teens. Each was asked a warm up, chatter question, asked about their platform, and a platform related follow up question. This system is very strict with the 30 second time limit…each second over costs a point per second. From what I saw, the ladies kept to the limits. After a tune by Ryan Greenawalt (http://www.ryangreenawalt.com/ ), the Miss contestants took their turn with the on stage question competition.
They followed with the Fun Fashion competition; first for Teens and next for the Miss division. I do admit I’m surprised at some of the outfits that appear to show more than the Fitness competition but apparently that is the new direction. Those of you intending to compete next year, take note. You will want to check Paula Preston’s photos and the DVD’s to see what they were wearing. (Paula’s website is http://www.paulapreston.com/ ) Those (myself, included) that thought an all woman judging panel would result in a more conservative finalist panel were mistaken.
Intermission was followed by the Teen Fitness competition, followed by the Miss division. Kyle Gordon followed that up with a wonderful rendition of “Firefly.” This was followed by the Evening Gown competition. Again, Teens were followed by the Miss division.
It was time for a few production numbers while scores were tabulated…including a tribute to the King of Pop, Michael Jackson.
Jessica Byington, Miss Teen International 2009, and Erin Golden, Miss International 2009, took their final walks. They walked during a prerecorded speech by the titleholder was played. They kept the goodbyes to a decent length of time as opposed to some of the locals and state pageants I’ve witnessed where these final words can literally go on for ten to fifteen minutes. I didn’t time them, but I think they kept them under three minutes. Again, directors please take note.
It was time for final results. The auditorium went dead silent with a funny hum of activity under it all. We all awaited the final results with anticipation and drama.
Final Results for Miss Teen International 2010
- 4th Runner Up: Tennessee
- 3rd Runner Up: Texas
- 2nd Runner Up: Arkansas
- 1st Runner Up: Pennsylvania
…and your new Miss Teen International 2010, from the Eastern States, Julianna McKee
Final Results for Miss International 2010
- 4th Runner Up: North Carolina
- 3rd Runner Up: Oklahoma
- 2nd Runner Up: Arkansas
- 1st Runner Up: Virginia
…and your new Miss International 2010, from the great state of Texas, Ashleigh Smith
Congratulations to all the participants and we wish them all the best in their year and reign.
Miss International 2010 Preliminaries
Jul 23rd
July 23, 2010
Chicago, IL
Hello from a wet and wild Chicago, IL. A storm system blew through the area just as many of the ladies were coming over to the theater tonight, so there were some delays to the beginning of the competition. The Miss contestants largely missed the storms, but the Teen contestants that were in the audience tonight were stranded in the lobby for a couple of minutes as they waited for a break in the storm.
I watched the whole thing with amusement as always. Nothing major and we all prepared for a great evening. Scott Seidl came on stage and did his usual opening messages and announcements. Scott announced the Director of the Year, Kristina Koether, director of Texas International Pageants. Congratulations to her…she’s a lovely lady and has worked hard for this honor.
Well, we had the opening number I’ve been raving about with the Miss contestants in the animal prints and it was again high energy and highly entertaining. The ladies introduced themselves and our MC’s took the stage. The actual program of the show was very similar to last night’s so I will highlight mainly differences and the phases of competition here in the writeup.
Erin Golden, Miss International 2009, came out in the gown she won her competition in last year and she looked stunning as always. She highlighted her trip to New York hosting an event at Macy’s Herold Square and the program moved along after a brief interview.
By the way, did I mention how gorgeous our judges are this year? They are gorgeous! Okay. Moving on.
Fun Fashion Wear was the first competition of the night. Word on the street is that they now consider this “Dancing With The Stars” type of costumes. (Previously I had always heard it was to replicate what ladies would wear to a Red Carpet affair or the like.) While I saw that very clearly with the Teens, it seemed a little less so during the Miss competition. Thgat’s just my opinion, though.
Ryan Greenawalt performed a song between competitions and then we moved on to the Fitness competition. The ladies strutted their stuff across the stage…what a lovely group of young women.
Then there was intermission. Many photos were taken by others. I kept looking out the window for storm clouds. The storm had passed and I did my happy dance.
Got a look. Not the good kind. Moving on.
Next, we moved into the Evening Gown competition. More gem tones this competition and a fair amount of our friend, white, in the Miss division gowns. All these ladies were stunning in their gowns and showed them off with a flair and elegance.
Ryan Greenawalt came out to sing “Unstoppable” to introduce the contestants back onto the stage. We did have a near miss with Ashley Newman, Miss Illinois International, almost falling over. Luckily, she caught herself and is fine.
Photogenic award was given out first. It went to Miss Oklahoma International, Anna-Marie Costello.
Congeniality came up next and it was awarded to Allie Glaser, Miss Missouri International.
Congratulations to these lovely ladies. One day left of voting on the Online Voting award. You are all invited to come out here in Chicago for the Miss and Teen International Pageants. Hope to see you all here! I know I’ll be here!
Cuba debuts at Miss International Beauty Pageant in Chengdu, China
Nov 15th
PRESS RELEASE
FOR IMMEDIATE PUBLICATION
Miss Cuba Organization
Miami, FL
Email: directormco@yahoo.com
Cuba debuts at Miss International Beauty Pageant in Chengdu, China
The International Cultural Association (ICA) producers of Miss International Beauty Pageant, has given the license rights for Cuba to the Miss Cuba Organization. The ICA confirmed Cuba’s participation which contract was signed on May 30th 2009. “We are extremely happy to have Cuba represented at one of the most prestigious beauty pageants in the world. We only hope that other organizations like MU & MW join and allow Cuba compete at such events”. Due to the political status of the island the government does not allow beauty pageant to be held in Cuba since 1959. We hope that this may change soon, we believe that Cuba much to offer culturally & of course in natural beauty. Cuban women are known by there elegance, flawless beauty, sex appeal and a commanding presence.
Miss International Beauty Pageant began in 1960 in Long Beach, California, where it was staged until 1967, before moving to Japan from 1968-1970 to commemorate the Osaka World Expo (the 1968 Pageant was held at the Nippon Budokan, with the “Ginza Parade” from Hibiya Park to Nihonbashi received to great acclaim). This led to it being staged in Japan every year from 1972 onward. What is more, Miss International contestants have appeared at every international expo held in Japan so far, lending glamour. This year, the Pageant will be taking place in Chengdu, China as the pre-event for the Shanghai World Expo 2010 ranks as the core event of international goodwill activities in China, which is enjoyed spectacular economic growth.
Patricia Rosales has been chosen via national casting to represent Cuba at Miss International. She will become the first Cuban representative to ever compete at the prestigious event. This gives Patricia the opportunity to volunteer & present her platform Hunger Relief. Presently she is working closely with her Pageant Coach Francisco Gomez, photographer Andres Gonzalez & National Director Noemi Melendez preparing for Miss International Beauty Pageant to be held Nov 28, 2009 in China. During her participation Patricia will be wearing designs from Fashions by Azucar (Cuba), Franovik Designs (Venezuela & PR), Dina Medina (USA), Jacinta Ligon (USA), Reynaldo Jose (PR) & Elizabeth Carderon (Mexico).
We are confident that Patricia will do an amazing job at Miss International she has proven to our organization that she has the drive to win. The Cuban community internationally should be proud to have such a beautiful delegate.
To follow Patricia’s journey visit us at www.misscuba.net, www.myspace.com/misscubaorg, www.facebook.com/noemimelendez or via twitter Miss Cuba Org.
Jayna Altman coming to the PageantCast!
Aug 6th
Jayna Altman, Miss International 2008
At Miss International pageant 2009, I was able to capture a fantastic interview with Miss International 2008, Jayna Altman. Jayna was an amazing Miss International and we recorded an unprecedented three segments (!) interview.
Jayna tells us about living with being deaf and how she’s been able to succeed. She discusses her past appearances and what is in store for her in the future. Of course, her incredibly funny and inspiring story about capturing the crown really is the frosting on the gravy for the whole interview!
I know you will be exciting for you to hear this interview and it is coming soon to the PageantCast!
Miss & Teen International photos available from Dan Buikema
Jul 27th
Dan Buikema
While I was in Chicago, I got a ton of requests for photos of the pageant. Well, I can’t take photos at the pageant. They have professionals that actually know what they are doing and can get anywhere in the auditorium to do that.
In the case of Miss and Teen International, that professional is friend of the show, Dan Buikema. Dan does an excellent job…and all his pics are now ONLINE! Check out his website at http://www.danbuikema.com/ Click on the International Pageant link, go to the studio lab, click on activity and then click Mrs. International. Or save yourself some time and click this link:
http://www.activitypix.com/organization.html?eventid=203525&#e203525
That link WILL expire, so follow Dan’s website if that doesn’t work. He does great work and if you like the photos you can order them through the lab or e-mail Dan privately and ask for a discounted price on sets of photos. Tell him your old buddy Tim at the PageantCast sent you!!
Miss and Teen International Pageant – Finals Night
Jul 26th
Jessica Byington & Erin Golden with Tim
We’re here at the pageant and there are a number of sighs of relief. Why? This morning when I came to the theater to record interviews all the ladies were practicing opening number in the lobby. They had to practice there because of the light from the windows…you see, the power was knocked out last night by an electrical storm that swept through the area last night. For a while there, it looked like the pageant might have had to be located to a different facility, but around noon, the power was back and we were back on track for tonight’s festivities. Nonetheless, I didn’t get as many interviews as I would have liked, but the most important thing is the pageant would go on without issue.
Now, you’ve read in my past posts about the production and the incredible gowns and colors of the evening. We’re going to scaling back on that for this report as we will now focus on the results and awards of the evening.
Joy Pfister & Jayna Altman
First award of the night was the Director of the Year which was awarded to Joy Pfister, North Carolina. I was honored to be the emcee of that particular event this year and I’m so happy for her and send out a big congratulations to her.
After the opening number and the bedlam that ensues with that and introductions, we went into the first group of awards. there were a number of times today where even with the mikes going, it was hard to hear the production over the screams of the audience. It was electric…they could have used that this morning! (You knew that was coming! Admit it.)
First reminders: Photogenic award was Elise Ellison, Miss Teen California International, and Erin Golden, Miss Southeastern International, which were awarded on Thursday and Friday evening.
The first award of the night was the Online Voting Awards. For Miss Teen: Victoria Goldberg, Miss Teen Virginia International. For Miss: Julie Tesh, Miss North Carolina International.
They went into the Top Ten for the Miss Teen International and they were read off in this random order:
Jessica Scheu, Miss Teen Minnesota International
Megan McNab, Miss Teen Alabama International
Jessica Simpson, Miss Teen Maryland International
Jessica Byington, Miss Teen Ohio International
Audrey Denison, Miss Teen Nevada International
Elise Ellison, Miss Teen California International
Kristyn Baker, Miss Teen Arkansas International
Juliana McKee, Miss Teen District of Columbia International
Cassidy Bronson, Miss Teen Idaho International
Sheilja Patel, Miss Teen Oregon International
They went into the Top Ten for the Miss International and they were read off in this random order:
Erin Golden, Miss Southeast International
Julie Tesh, Miss North Carolina International
Ashley Gilder, Miss Alabama International
Maddy Thoele, Miss Minnesota International
Heather Jaecklyn, Miss Wyoming International
Danielle Schmidt, Miss Georgia International
Ashley Dixon, Miss Virginia International
Berkley Schmidt, Miss Maine International
Celeste Alexander, Miss South International
Tressa Horton, Miss Arkansas International
Past & Present Titleholders
Interviews followed. Each contestant was asked to respond in 30 seconds explaining their pageant and then 30 seconds on a follow-up question about their platform. The ladies were all very poised and articulate. This was followed by Fun Fashion Wear.
Intermission was followed by Ryan Greenawalt’s rendition of “Fill me up, Buttercup.” You can check out his work at http://www.ryangreenawalt.com/
Fitness Wear was the next competition followed by a tune performed by Kyle Gordon. Evening Gown competition completed the competition phases of the evening. It was truly an elegant and sophisticated affair as my trusty Sparkle-ometer shorted out. I guess I’ll have to take it to the shop.
While scores were being tabulated, Ryan Greenawalt and Kyle Gordon sang a tune with guitar by Johnathon Davenport. It was welcome release with a quiet moment after so much high energy pageantry. Truly a haunting moment that was pitch perfect for that moment in the day.
Ryan Greenawalt performed “Proud” next, another more somber selection as the tension grew with each moment. As the song began to swell up, you could feel the anticipation in the audience grow. Jayna Altman, Miss International 2008, took her final walk as the reigning titleholder. She was truly a class act and has been a great credit to the proud heritage that is Miss International.
Kyle Gordon sang another tune as scores were tabulated, checked and rechecked. The ladi3es all retook the stage as the tune completed.
The Miss Teen International results were:
4th Runner Up: Kristyn Baker, Miss Teen Arkansas International
3rd Runner Up: Elise Ellisen, Miss Teen California International
2nd Runner Up: Megan McNab, Miss Teen Alabama International
1st Runner Up: Jessica Scheu, Miss Teen Minnesota International
Miss Teen International 2009: Jessica Byington, Miss Teen Ohio International
The Miss International results were:
4th Runner Up: Berkley Schmidt, Miss Maine International
3rd Runner Up: Ashley Gilder, Miss Alabama International
2nd Runner Up: Celeste Alexander, Miss South International
1st Runner Up: Maddy Thoele, Miss Minnesota International
Miss International 2009: Erin Golden, Miss Southeast International
Congratulations to all these lovely and accomplished young women!
Our hurried results video:
Miss International Preliminary 2009
Jul 24th
We’re here again in Chicago, IL for the 2009 Miss International Preliminary pageant. It was a great evening for pageants and we’re looking forward to a spectacular evening. I’ve had the priveledge to get to know some of the Miss contestants this year, and they are a fantastic bunch of ladies. I had my seat belt secured, sparkle-ometer trained on the stage, and we were ready to pageant it on up!
Tonight the opening number featured the contestants in turquoise outfits with a sparkle feature on their waist. The audience nearly became unglued during the number…those Teens were whooping it up! You could really feel the e3xcitement. I was a little concerned for Ryan Greenawalt’s safety for a minute, but I know he can take care of himself after hearing his tune “Joy” on his new EP “What You Heard.” (Check it out at his website: http://www.ryangreenawalt.com/)
I should mention to fans of this production need to check out Matt Davenport Productions at their website: http://www.mattdavenportproductions.com/ Great place to get a feel of the high quality productions their team puts on! They do a great job at letting the girls have a good time in a highly professional production they can be proud to take part in.
Enough with the gushing. Back to the report.
Joanne and Kyle were fantastic as hosts again this year and root the production with some gravitas and a comfortable ease. They spoke again about the “Go Red for Women” platform that the International pageants have adopted as their platform.
Jayna Altman, Miss International 2008, came out to speak to us about her accomplishments this year. She spoke about her platform, ICAN, and she did a great job having traveled 164,000 miles, 163 cities, and assisted in raising $12 million. That’s quite an amazing accomplishment to perform in one year…and I know she is not done!
VIP’s tonight included: Laurin Floyd (choreographer), Paige Richardson Miss Teen International 2002, Jade Kenney Miss Teen International 2006, Allie DeSantis Miss Teen International 2007, Mrs. California International 2009 Sheryl Ellison, Mrs. Colorado International 2009 Michelle Fields, and Executive Directors Mel & Mary Richardson.
This was followed with the Fun Fashion Wear competition. Again there was a beautiful diversity of fashion on display. Some seemed downright formal to me, but absolutely all of it had a great flair and fun excitement to it. There were some stunning use of different material types as well in this part of the competition. While there were some outfits with no sparkle at all, there were a number that caused the sparkle-ometer to melt down. Luckily, I had the spare parts available to continue on. Which is lucky. As you know. (Love me some incomplete sentences. Like this.)
The next competition was Fitness Wear and these girls were all in tip-top shape for the event! They were a beautiful group of ladies and it was wonderful to see them!
We had another great intermission where I got some great photos with people I’ve known from Facebook and, of course, some past guests that I spoke to over the telephone. It’s always a treat to get to know and meet personally listeners and friends online.
Ryan Greenawalt warmed us up again with one of the tunes from his EP and we were ready for the second half. Ryan was really steaming up the rock-star glasses on this performance!
There was a kind of crazy period there where everyone shouted out their favorite contestant’s name and well, the hosts lost control of the show for a moment. It was great fun! However, after the audience “simmered down” it was time for the Evening Gown competition. The ladies came out in some gorgeous gowns, but you knew that. You knew they would be spectacular. You knew they would be stunning modelling them. You knew I wouldn’t give you the details as to who was wearing what and commenting on them…we’ll let you judge for yourself. Again, I direct you to Dan Buikema’s excellent photographs over at http://www.danbuikema.com/ As always, check out my directions how to find the photos I posted earlier this week.
I noticed a good number of white gowns, but not as many pastels this time. More rich tones and deep colors for the gowns in the Miss competition…at least to my reckoning. There were a few black gowns and with last week’s first runner up black gown from Kristin Melton, I’m expecting to see that trend upward for a while. I’m a real fan of a black gown…have to admit it. The ladies made the best of their time onstage with wonderful modelling on display and lovely skill, charm, poise, and sophistication.
Sparkle-ometer was hitting a middle point during this competition, but I did see some wonderful beading on a number of gowns. Some of the jewelry was breathtaking.
It was time then for a closing number and preliminary awards.
Jayna Altman, the reigning Miss International, was recalled to the stage to deliver the special awards.
The photogenic award was given to Miss Southeast International, Erin Golden.
Miss Congeniality, voted on by her fellow contestants, was a tie: Ashley Herron Miss Massachusetts International and Jordyn Colao, Miss Pennsylvania International. They will have to have a fist fight for the plaque I guess. Just some advice: use the jab. Too many people depend on the uppercut and without the footwork, it isn’t as effective.
I kid.
See you tomorrow night for more!
Tonight’s Review:
Also, remember we will be live again tomorrow after the pageant.
Miss International Jayna Altman e-mail received today
Jul 8th
Dear Friends and Family,
As you know this past year, I have served as Miss International 2008. It has been an incredible, amazing year with a number of wonderful opportunities to work with several organizations promoting my program, I CAN: Inspiring Confidence in Abilities Now.
I am thankful to the many opportunities I have had as Miss International, and to showcase some of the work I have done… I have create a “Year in Review” video for you to preview to give you a snap shot into my life this past year.
Please check it out - http://www.youtube.com/user/JaynaAltman
In two weeks, I will crown my successor. Many have asked – Are you sad to give up your title?”
To this I say, “When you have been blessed to do the level of work I have done for the past year and a half since becoming Miss Missouri International before Miss International, I am glad to pass on the title. I have had an incredible journey traveling over 150,000 miles and assisting in raising more than $12 million dollars for various charities dedicated to focusing on abilities, rather than a disability. Plus I am excited to pass on this opportunity to another deserving woman and see how much further she can promote her cause and passion!”
I can’t wait to see what’s in store next!
Remember …
Dare To Dream Big … Live Life with Passion … Make a Difference!
Make it a Fabulous Day,
______________________
Jayna Altman
Miss International 2008
jaynaaltman@yahoo.com
www.jaynaaltman.com
www.miss-international.us
“Changing the Face of Disability…One Person at a Time.
Together, we can make a difference!”
Coming soon…to the Windy City!
Jun 7th
PageantCast is on the road again!
I’m traveling to Chicago, IL (well, Skokie) during the Teen, Miss and Mrs. International pageants on the weekends of July 17-18th and July 23-25th. We hope to record lots of interviews and maybe do another live show that weekend so keep an eye on PageantCast.com for the details.
More than anything, though, we want to connect with you, the listeners, of the PageantCast. If you live or are planning to visit the Chicago area during the International pageants and say hi! Or call me on the Pageant phone at 414-517-4908 that week and we’ll try to meet up.
Hope to see you in Chicago the last two weekends of July for the International pageants!
PageantCast 134
Jul 22nd
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LIVE! From Mrs. International 2008 pageant
LIVE! From Mrs. International 2008 pageant
This week’s show:
- Introduction by Virginia Thornton
- Opening Comments
Check out our photos of the pageant at our Flickr album
Remember we are visiting Miss & Teen International and the Galaxy pageants in Orlando, FL - Call us at 414-517-4908!
- Interview with Rebekah Negrete, Mrs. International 2007
- Interview with Mrs. Virgin Islands International™, Ginny Meerman
- Interview with Mrs. D.C. International™, Deanna Linz
- Interview with Mrs. Southeast International™, Laine Berry
- PageantCast Contest: Drawing for “Catch a Dream” from Andrea Patrick Forte and http://www.what-is-your-dream.com/ – Drawing deadline to be announced…
- Friday Preliminary Wrap-Up
- Interview with Mrs. Virginia International™, Joy Pfister
- Interview with Autumn Short, director of Idaho International Pageants
- Interview with Mrs. Texas International™, Alexandra Rodriguez
- Interview with Mrs. Georgia International™, Meredith Boyd
- Results of Mrs. International 2008
- PROMO: Pageant Talk Radio with Valerie Hayes
- Interview with Mrs. South Carolina International™, Patti Mercer
- Interview with Mrs. Indiana International™, Janice McQueen-Ward
- Interview with Jodi Cessna, director of Pennsylvania International pageants and New York International pageants
- Interview with Mrs. New Jersey International™, Kimberly Meehan
- Laine Berry’s Coronation Speech as Mrs. International 2008
- Closing
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