Carifest Showcase Submissions - Deadline May 23rd. 2011

Its that time again! Were giving away thousands of dollars in cash and prizes for the 2nd annual Carifest Showcase. The Showcase Monarch contest is open to all singers performing any and all traditional Caribbean Music genres, eg. Reggae, Calypso, Soca, Zouk, etc. Songs can be original compositions or covers of other artist's work.  If more than one contestant requests to perform the same cover song, the submission that was received first will take precedent.

For the singers:
Judging Criteria: Total 100pts/judge/song

1. Stage Presence – 20pts
2. Vocal Ability – 30pts
3. Melody - 20pts
4. Crowd Response - 30pts

Contestants must submit two (2) songs


Carnival costumes being judged on the night for the Carifest King and Queen will have a size restriction on the costumes. Costumes MUST BE NO LARGER than 7'x7' at rest. (Costumes can be larger once assembled backstage.)  The competitions are open to all ages.  Costumes too large to be entered in the Showcase will be judged in the parade along with their respective bands for Band of the year.

DOWNLOAD SINGER'S APPLICATION FORM



Male and Female costume criteria:

1 Poise / Portrayal (20 points)
2 Creativity / Visual Impact (Design & Colors) (30 points)
3 Mobility / Agility (25 points)
4 Originality (Theme) (25 points)


Totaling 100 points





DOWNLOAD COSTUME APPLICATION

Join us and make your claim for best individual for 2011!
Deadline for Registration is: MAY 23rd 2011
Singers, Submit mp3s and/or Youtube links to showcase@carifestcalgary.com or call 403-774-1300 for further details.  Costumes, please contact us (as above) to detail the dimensions and theme of your entry.

All prizing details will be released once confirmed.  We hope to match or increase the winnings from last year's $1000 first prize and $500 second prize for all categories.  The competition will be held at Theatre Junction GRAND. (608 1 St SW, Calgary AB) The show starts at 7:00pm, Friday Jun 10th 2011.

Good luck to all.