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The adult signing the Talent Application has agreed
to review these rules with the Rainbow Girls participating in the talent competition.
Understanding the rules will help you to develop the finest act possible and will prevent
disappointments or misunderstandings. We wish you luck and much assembly support as you
prepare for Grand Assembly 2001. |
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SUBMISSION OF APPLICATION |
| A. |
Submit application to Mrs. Sara Lee Martin, Supreme
Deputy, no later than January 31, 2001 (may be postmarked January 31, 2001) |
| B. |
Application must be complete or it will be returned. |
| C. |
A copy of the words of any song used must be
attached to the application (including the words on a background tape). PLEASE DON'T
FORGET THIS RULE. |
| D. |
Who may apply?
1. The combined assemblies of a district may enter as a group.
2. No other group act (two or more) from that district may enter.
3. A solo act from an assembly within the same district may also enter.
4. If any assembly with that district does not take part in the district group then that
assembly may enter in any form.
5. No two districts may combine.
6. One entry per assembly, except as stated above. If an assembly has
more than one act that wishes to perform, it is up to the assembly to select the entry. If
the assembly cannot decide, neither act will perform. |
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PREPARATION |
| A. |
Performance may not be less than 2 minutes, 30
seconds nor more than 4 minutes. This is very important!!! Time your acts carefully as
they will be timed at Grand Assembly. |
| B. |
If the performance is less than 2 minutes 30
seconds, the act will be disqualified. If the performance is more than 4 minutes, points
will be taken off (2 points per 10 second period). |
| C. |
Timing of the performance commences with the first
words or notes of the music. Timing of precision performers, dancers and comedy groups
begins form the first movement after the initial set-up (performers in place) and
continues through the last note of music or final movement. Time spent coming on the floor
or exiting off the floor is not counted unless it is a definite part of the act. |
| D. |
Cassette tapes and CD's may be used. If using a
cassette, bring two tapes properly marked including the assembly's name. If using a CD,
bring one tape as a backup. Please include only the music which you are using for the
performance on the cassette. |
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GENERAL RULES |
| A. |
Good taste must be exercised in all materials
presented. WATCH THE WORDS TO THE SONGS AND THE LOOK OF THE COSTUMES (not too tight or too
low cut)! |
| B. |
All performers, including accompanists, must be
active Rainbow Girls in good standing (with current dues receipts). |
| C. |
All performers are expected to dress in costume and
participate in the Talent Parade (whether or not they go on to the semi-finals or finals).
At the Talent Parade, the assemblies will be honored with a participation trophy and
additional trophies will be awarded to the top acts in the various categories. |
| D. |
Props, step units, special effects are the sole
responsibility of each assembly to set up prior to and remove subsequent to the
performance. Adults may help with this function since it is not during the performance. |
| E. |
No adults in any capacity permitted on the floor
during the performance. |
| F. |
No special lighting may be used. |
| G. |
A soloist who chooses to have ANY background singers
or chorus (either live or as part of the recorded accompaniment) will enter as a
"Vocal Group" category and will not be eligible for the Lois Cook Trophy. Only
those competing in the "Vocal Solo" category (soloist with live or taped
non-vocal accompaniment) will qualify for the Lois Cook Trophy. |
| H. |
Singers cannot sing along with a recording artist's
voice ( for example: singing along with Bette Midler or Whitney Houston, etc.) |
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The current sweepstakes winning assembly may enter
the talent competition the following year, but they must enter a different category.
(NOTE: Sweepstakes winning dancers may not enter in the precision category and sweepstakes
winning precision teams may not enter in the dance category the following year - the
categories are too similar. |
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PRELIMINARIES (TRY-OUTS) |
| A. |
This year auditions will be held on Friday evening
and Saturday morning. |
| B. |
You will receive notification by mail asking the
time that your talent applicant(s) plan to arrive at Grand Assembly. You will also be
asked to list any conflicts your talent applicant(s) might have with Grand Assembly
practices. Grand Choir, Grand Page, Grand Officer, Grand Confidential Observer Helpers,
etc. This information will assist in the scheduling of the audition time. |
| C. |
If your talent applicant(s) qualify for the state
level ritual contest, please let Mrs. Miholick know immediately. This could effect the
audition time. |
| D. |
You will be notified by mail as to your audition
time. |
| E. |
You will be asked to confirm by mail or telephone
your audition time. |
| F. |
Arrive at least 20 minutes before your scheduled
audition time to check in. |
| G. |
Performers should be in complete costume for the
preliminaries (auditions). |
| H. |
Supporters may watch the audition. |
| I. |
A 10 minute period is allotted to each group as
follows:
I. A costume parade/inspection by the judges.
II. A short warm-up period, if desired.
III. Performance period. |
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Participants using cassette tapes in their acts
should bring two identical tapes, properly marked with the assembly's name. Those using a
CD will also need to bring a cassette and both will also need to be properly marked with
the assembly's name. The second cassette will be kept by the assembly as a backup and
should also be used for practice. |
| K. |
A player and an operator will be provided for both
cassettes and CDs. Please have cassette set to the start of the music and clearly mark
which item is to be played on the CD. |
| L. |
Be prepared to give the following information to the
Grand Pages when checking in:
I. Hotel name.
II. Phone number of where you are staying (i.e. Hotel and room number).
III. Mother Advisor of the assembly and her room number.
IV. Worthy Advisor's name and her room number.
V. Location in arena (section number). |
| M. |
Performers who do not participate in the auditions
may not participate with their assembly in the event that the act is selected for in the
semi-finals. |
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SEMI-FINALS |
| A. |
The group leader or the Mother Advisor should check
the posting following the auditions in order to determine if the assembly has been chosen
to appear on the arena floor during informal opening. The semi-finalists will be posted
between 12:00 and 1:00 p.m. on Saturday before sessions. |
| B. |
Selected participants will be expected to be dressed
in costume and ready to perform by approximately 3:00 p.m. (check posting for exact
times). |
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FINALS |
| A. |
Only the finalists will be notified by telephone on
Saturday evening by Mrs. Miholick. A date and time for the final performance will be
given. Any scheduling conflicts can be discussed at that time. |
| B. |
Make note of the exact time the assembly's act is
scheduled to perform and report backstage fully ready at least 1 hour before the
performance time. |
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JUDGING CRITERIA |
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Precision
30 points |
unison
timing
execution
intonation (for singers) |
Routine
30 points |
difficulty
originality
technique |
Showmanship
30 points |
confidence
audience appeal
spirit
carriage
expression |
Appearance
10 points |
costumes
accessories
equipment
grooming |
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SUGGESTIONS |
| A. |
Choose a representative (girl, adult leader, team
captain) who will be responsible all throughout the preparation months to organize the
planning, practices, costumes, and participation of the girls. At Grand Assembly, the
representative should take care to see that the quality of the performance is maintained
in the semi-finals and finals (the girls get their proper rest, eat, etc.) |
| B. |
Please fill in all the information about the
assembly on the application very carefully. Make sure that all addresses and telephone
numbers are readable and correct just in case it is necessary to contact the assembly
regarding the application or performance. |
| C. |
Enter the name of the soloist on the application. If
a group, select an especially "catchy" name for the group. |
| D. |
Be sure that the recorded music that you
bring to Grand Assembly is high quality. It is recommended that you
purchase new tapes for your recording. Please record only the music on the cassettes tapes
that is going to be used in the performance. |
| E. |
It is the responsibility of the assembly in general
and the Mother Advisor in particular to monitor the material to be presented. It must be
in good taste. |
| F. |
For group performances, it is good to remember that
rehearsals, lots of them, pay off. Groups who are committed to a dedicated rehearsal
schedule, are the ones who are chosen for the semi-finals and the finals and walk off with
trophies. The by-product is a wonderful feeling of camaraderie and pulling together for
the assembly. Work hard, but smile and have fun! |
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SPECIAL NOTE |
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Our Grand Assembly Talent Competition has come a
long way since its inception. We have been able to present what we feel is the best
entertainment from our Rainbow Girls. The purpose of this contest is to give the girls an
incentive to work and play together, furthering friendships and encouraging good
sportsmanship! We hope to be able to continue this talent
for many years to come, so please send in your forms with enthusiasm and a positive
attitude. |
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Please notify Mrs. Miholick of any withdrawals by
March 28, 2001 |
