- No unsheathed, edged weapons on stage. All edged weapons must be peace bonded. There will be a weapons master to check them if there are any questions.
- No food product-based costumes or messy substances allowed on stage or in the back stage area. This includes wet, dry, or oily substances. These can pose both a safety hazard and could create problems with other people's costumes .
- No fire allowed on stage. If you need to use a smoky type substance, clear it with the director in advance. This refers to open flames, fire, flash powder or any type of smoke or fog.
- No projectiles of any sort. If you need to throw something during your presentation, clear it with the director.
- Hall costumes may not be shown in competition.
- No live microphones will be provided for contestants uses. Please have all songs, talk, etc pre-recorded and ready to go.
- Each contestant may only appear once on stage during the Masquerade. However a contestant may enter more than one costume so long as it appears on another body.
- Purchased or rented costumes may not be shown in competition.
- No costume is still no costume. This masquerade is rated PG-13.
- No flash photography while contestants are on stage. A separate area will be provided for general photography. This rule is primarily intended for the audience.
- If you have any questions, ask the director; surprise the audience, NOT the director or staff.
General Masquerade Information
The categories will be:
- Children 13 and under
- Novice
- Journeyman
- Master
Only one costume may be worn by each person but there is no limit to the number of costumes you can make and have others wear.
Presentation Lengths
- For one to two entrants, 30 secs. to 1 min.
- For groups of three or more people, 1 to 2 mins.
Forms
More information to be posted shortly.
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