September 2006 Edition Of Excellence

Du'Bois' Dish By Nicole DuBois (MGA 2006)

Before I begin with what will be my next to last article, I must apologize if this seems jumbled or thrown together, because writing this article with one eye closed is not going to be pretty. Six prelims this past month, Missouri, Pennsylvania, Louisiana, D.C., Arizona, and Southern Elegance…and what talent awaits everyone that will be in attendance at the National Competition…it is quite exciting. Congrats to all winners and first alternates. If you have taken the time to view  http://www.missgayamerica.com/, you know already who the new contestants are that have qualified. Work it out ladies.....

I am doing something different in this article, so please allow me to thank my promoters as well as people that made my visit to every prelim memorable…

Missouri- Tumara and Reba- Prelim of the year last year, I now see why Raquel chose you. Thank you for being so prepared and the showing the utmost of professionalism. 16 talented contestants, along with it being Missouri's 34th year with MGA, now that is an accomplishment. Thank you also to my personal valets Greg and Frank- I adore you both, and thank you for lifting my heavy luggage and treating me so well. I also had the privilege of meeting Tumara's beautiful mother Fran-an absolute angel, you are so special .Deanna- GODDESS !!! And I was presented with this unbelievable drawing of my promo from Tumara-ladybug you will forever hold a special place in my heart, but you still need your shot on a regular basis. LOL. Thank you to Missouri for your loving, friendly welcome.

Pennsylvania- Michelle Leigh Sterling- who would have known this was your first year as promoter? Girl you rocked it, I am so proud of you, and you deserve a round of applause for your hard work. One cannot do this alone, and I thank your friends and staff for standing by your side. The Pink Lizard- ladies with such love for there community and I appreciate the gifts, American Airlines for losing my luggage!!!! 6 contestants that made my time with them very special, Joanna Blue- it is always a pleasure,OMG- MAYA-are you ready??? Rich and Richie- can we please just laugh a little bit more, I love you guy's. Review show and formers- I had a blast. Hope to see you next year...

Louisiana- Raquel and Chris- I should not have to tell either of you how special you are to me, it is amazing to see you 2 at work, and it is scary to know that you already know what the other is thinking. Thanks for making my job so much easier. Splash B. R.- Corey, Jeff, Karen, Belinda, Lance, Mia, Trixie, Quintin- you always go above and beyond to make every event even more better- You guy's rock. Lori- my grrr-love you. Charles- you have another winer. All MGLA formers-  I love you all. To the 11 contestants- love and support your queen because it may be you wearing the crown next.  Louisiana- You are my heart....Aysa Alexander-You are loved by many- and will be missed.

D.C.- Robert, Allan, Wes, Blake, Fred- you boy's could run the national competition. Wow- such professionals, and all are quite easy on the eye as well. From the moment I met you at East Coast- I new we would be friends forever- “comesellamyhonda”....First year promoters that took total control - I applaud you. Manderly Manor- all I can say is that I now feel like a true queen- thank you for your hospitality. Mr.Sam- our limo driver what a great gentleman. Great pageant- 6 contestants that came for the crown-so proud  of you all. Allan- still waiting on my grapes- stall 69.

Arizona- Richard/ Barbara- My dear friend-you had a great pre-show, and over 300 in attendance at the hall on final night-you will never make everyone happy, so do not try, only do the best you can do and know that you gave it your best. Great job. You will always be my Lily. There were 9 contestants that truly worked together and had fun backstage, which  is so refreshing to see. This was my 3rd visit to this great state, and each time I leave with new and exciting stories- Love you AZ. , Michael- the most          beautiful man on earth- Claudia B.-love, love, love you. Miggee'B's, Travis, Buddy, Richie Black, Bunny, Gia, D&D-my boo's. Charlies- thanks for the drinks to help me over my second luggage loss. I am going to use some of my frequent flyer miles to come and visit again soon-get ready.

Dallas- I had the privilege to work at the infamous Rose Room with the talents of Whitney Paige, Maya Douglas, Celeste Martinez, Layla Larue,  Krystal Summers and my MGA sister Valerie Lohr. Thank you ladies for the wonderful time had by all- and I never got a piece of that pizza either!!

Miss Southern Elegance was held @ The Roundup Saloon- with 5 contestants. Charity, Jimmy, Brittney, Joseph, and web master diva- Bruce worked together and made the evening quite a success. Also on hand was MGA sister's Jacqulyn Devaroe and Patti Le Plae Safe- or should I say Darius and Rodd. Thanks Robby for being my personal valet and Edward it always wonderful seeing you. Adam you are a mess. Stacey Holliday-thanks for the jewelry- a girl can never have enough rhinestones. And a special shout out to Edna Jean Robinson/Richard Curtin- thank you for the Rose Room booking and for judging for us.

As I bring this article to a close we have 3 state prelims and 4 regional prelims left in this pageant season. If you have not yet qualified you still have time. Visit us online http://www.missgayamerica.com/ for info on these remaining pageants. You will also find out all the info you need for final night. Hope to see you in Memphis.

Thank you to everyone that has helped in any way to make your respective preliminary a success, I appreciate each of you and so very glad you are part of the MGA family.

Have a prosperous and healthy September, and remember to let "Jesus Take The Wheel".

Much Love, Nicole
 

From the desk of Larry & Terry

A Smooth Year….
(as published in The Excellence Newsletter-September 2006)

While we recognize that there has been a bump or two, along the way (with contestants and promoters), leading to the crown of Miss Gay America 2007, we must say that this has been a relatively smooth year. We are not sure if the reason is that the country knows what L & T Entertainment expects from titleholders and promoters… or if the overall level of professionalism has escalated. Either way, we are pleased with what we call, “the new crop”. The veterans of this system certainly provide the stability that this system has enjoyed for many, many years but the “new crop” brings enthusiasm and understanding that may have not always been present with the veterans. Also, the veterans have pioneered in many areas to pave a better way of competition.

Let’s face it…a part of why we all do what we do, for this system, has to stem from love for the art form and a desire to make life better for those who strive so hard to entertain us through their craft. We could change the rules of qualification and double the number of contestants within a year but we too realize that this contest is much deeper than numbers (contestants, preliminaries and dollars). Do not misconstrue… those things are very important, especially when there are so many across the country, that invest a great amount of money, hours and energy to see the continued success of this system. But, this system is known for its discipline and those who become successful in this system are known to be the “best of the best”. The rules remain rigid to keep you, whether you are a promoter, contestant, or audience member, focused on the complexity involved with winning the coveted title of Miss Gay America.

While we are selective of who is granted the privilege to be a promoter, we are delighted that most of the new promoters that have joined the Miss Gay America family, for this contest season are professional, business oriented and passionate about their contribution to further the art of female impersonation, in a positive light. It is not always easy to keep contestants grounded, but the current group of promoters, have high expectations and want to succeed in their part of the world. When unified and showing support of each other in this system, the Miss Gay America pageant lives on and thus the reputation of being the pinnacle in the art of female impersonation is validated. Yes, there has been a few disciplinary actions levied, during this contest season but all in all, the quality of both the promoters and contestants is on the rise. Without a good promoter, the contestants will have difficulty in realizing success and without a good contestant (titleholder), the promoter will have much more difficulty in realizing success. The interpretation of the word “good” goes deeper than being a quality entertainer or a financially stable promoter. It is the other characteristics that makes the individual successful including integrity, professionalism, on-stage presence, off-stage presence, ability to make sound judgments that are in the best interest of the pageant system and perseverance to “weather” a storm to know that the stability is there and when it is all said and done, you can look back and say…”that was a good thing to do”.

We know that the year is not yet concluded and that there are about 7 preliminaries remaining, but we already realize that the overall quality of pageantry within the Miss Gay America pageant system has improved.

We are already looking forward to the Miss Gay America 2008 season and are thankful that each person, who reads this article, is interested in the Miss Gay America pageant system…

Until next time…
 

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