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MISS GAY USofA 2004
EVENING GOWN COMPETITION GROUP 3
SUNDAY, MAY 23rd 2004
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11-HOLLY HOT DAMN- Darius Cordell designed, Red 4-ply silk halter gown accented with chiffon rousing on the bust and waist trimmed in wide rows of AB rhinestones that create a design over the bust, waist, and continue over the straps, and around the neck.
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12-TRACY EDWARDS- Christine Marsh designed, Black cracked ice, corset style bodice with bold red lacing detail in front. Black chiffon skirt with horizontal ruffle details spaced about 5 inches a part throughout the skirt.
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13-LAWANDA JACKSON- Designer-Tony's of Houston. Black bugle beads on black silk speckled across the left bust, bodice, and left sleeve, with the same and rhinestones on the right on black sheer. Rows of crystal rhinestone banding trims the bustline, cuffs, and fabric differences of the bodice. Black skirt heavily designed with a silver beaded multi-square pattern.
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14-TERSA MATTHEWS- Black foxtail wrap worn on shoulders only showing a solid black liquid beaded skirt trimmed in wide rows of crystal rhinestones with a front slit. Foxtail wrap lowered to reveal the black liquid beaded design continuing in a halter bodice, again trimmed in the same rhinestone detail. Designed by Tersa, the gown was constructed by Anil of Houston, Tx.
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15-IVANA B. REAL- Stephen Yearick designed, white silk gown trimmed with pearls, silver cup sequins, rhinestones, and silver bugle beads in a tight scatter-pattern over the bodice, sleeves, and trim of slit and skirt. Roushed chiffon in white criss-crossed over the bust, and down into a v-waist.
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EVENING GOWN COMPETITION GROUP 4
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16-LADY MARISSA- Off the shoulder, sleeveless red satin gown designed by Gustavo Bustos. Details include: A chevron design of monochromatic red bugle beads and rhinestones throughout the gown, and bustle train of the same red satin.
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17-SASHA ANDREWS- Xavier Castillo designed this red strapless plunging v-necklined red liquid beaded gown. The beads are liquid beaded in a 45-degree angle, to reflect the light different than traditional liquid beading. Strips of approximately 5-8 medium sized crystal rhinestones, and similar strips of red rhinestones sporadically accent the gown as well.
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18-DIAMOND- Yellow chiffon roushing covers the bodice trimmed with wide rows of yellow liquid beaded trim on the top and waist, as well as on the shoulder straps. Designs by Donnie created this gown that also featured a yellow heavily scatter beaded skirt, speckled with pointed back rhinestones. 2 yellow chiffon scarves, 1 on each shoulder, completed the design.
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19-VIRGINIA WEST- Black sheer, long sleeved gown, with black lace details "in all the right places". The lace areas are adorned with black rhinestones. Train in solid black lace was also accented with the same black rhinestones as the rest of the gown.
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20-BAJIA T. TOWERS- Grape purple colored halter gown designed by Secret Gardens of Springfield, Missouri. Hologram cracked ice fabric, speckled with rhinestones. Front slit gathered at the top of the slit, a train, and a lace-up effect on the back of the gown are other details.
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TALENT
COMPETITION GROUP 5
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21-VERONICA GREY- Sitting on the stairs in a black beaded cocktail dress, Veronica listens to a man standing to her right lipsync the begining of the infamous "Dreamgirls" anthem. He hands her 3 pages of sheet music and then exits stage. Veronica then performs Ella Fitzgerald's "scat song" by herself.
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22-ANJILA CAVALIER- Wearing a black stretch gown encrusted with AB rhinestones over the shoulders and bust line, Anjila enters stage and begins to sing "I Will Always Love You" acapella, with background music fading in shortly into the performance. Stammering and appearing disoriented, Anjila proclaims that she's "suffering from multiple personalities" in a comedic voice. Performing a vocal illusion of Marilyn Monroe, Anjila starts into "Crazy" followed by the voice illusion of Cher, then Eartha Kitt, then Michael Jackson. Continuing "Crazy" she sings in the voices of Louis Armstrong, Ethel Merman, "Jackee" from the T.V. show "227", Elmer Fudd, and Luciano Pavoratti. A quick "Fran Fine", from the T.V. show "The Nanny" impersonation, followed by Whitney Houston, Anjila ends the song to much applause from the crowd.
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23-STARR- "All That Jazz" starts with Starr entering stage in a black tuxedo jacket with tails, red "glitter dot" bowtie, red rhinestone accented cummerbund, and red fishnets. Dancing with Broadway style moves and energy, Starr removes the bowtie and then the entire outfit to reveal a red 2-piece fringed dance outfit and goes into "They Had It Comin'" from "CHICAGO". High jumps into the splits, continued energy, and incredible facial expressions, Starr ends dramatically sitting on the stage stairs.
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24-MISTY MEANOR- 2 men, 1 in camouflage, the other in dress blues, stand with 2 other military dressed people each holding the flag, march to the judges table, then exit. Misty enters stage right as Boy George in a flag patterned coat, black hat, and traditional Boy George hair and accents. "Karma Chameleon" begins with Misty performing the song as the flag holding backups leave stage. 1 backup person returns and twirls the flag as "I'll Tumble 4 Ya" starts and the backup person is replaced with another backup performer waving the flag in a "rave party" style behind her. He exits stage and Misty finishes out the song.
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25-PORSHE PARIS- 2 backup dancers in Latin themed costumes with red "glitter dot" ruffled sleeves and black pants are quickly joined by Porshe wearing a red pantsuit of the same Latin style. The dance remix of Thalia's "Donde Estoy" plays as Porshe and her backup dancers are joined by another and dance with incredible energy and choreographed movements.
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TALENT COMPETITION GROUP 6
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26-JAME PERRY- 2 flats with glitter palm trees flank the stage with Jame in between them wearing a red satin cover-up trimmed with red and black feathers. Doing the illusion of "La Reina" Celia Cruz, 4 backup dancers in black join Jame performing "Yo Vivre" (I Will Survive in Spanish). The dancers remove her coat to her in a multi-colored full length ruffled dress VERY reminiscent of Celia Cruz' colorful style. 2 more dancers join to make 6 total. Leaving stage, 2 dancers then return with "piñata" style props on poles and perform with her. After performing vintage Celia songs, all dancers return to a dance mega-mix of "La Vida Es Un Carnival". Incredible energy mixed with Jame doing an excellent impersonation of Celia Cruz.
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27-JUSTICE PAIGE COUNCE- "Goldeneye" by Tina Turner starts with Justice entering stage right doing the illusion of Tina Turner wearing a purple hologram cracked ice full length cover-up gown. With Justice saying "COME ON", she leaves stage as 2 dancers in white sleeveless t-shirts and pants dance to the intro of "Baby I'm A Star". Justice returns in a red spaghetti strapped cocktail dress/dance outfit line fringed with alternating blue and white fringe and performs with the 2 dancers. Mid way through the song, the dancers rip off the pants wearing royal blue Speedo type shorts and continue to dance with her to the song. Energetic and fun talent overall.
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28-LORING MITCHELL- With the stage decorated with flats and props to resemble a laboratory, Loring is dressed in a white lab coat and black glasses performing the vaudeville type song saying "A person, can develop a cold..........". Changing gears from the 'demure' chemist type, she then performs a dance mix starting with an obscure song, mixing into "Love Hangover". Having ripped off the lab coat, Loring wearing a black hologram cracked ice cocktail dress goes to the beaker props, mimics actions of mixing a "potion" and then dances to the instrumental music of "Toxic". A quick costume change behind a "time machine" looking flat/prop, she continues dancing in a marigold palette fringed dance costume to a rave sounding remix.
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29-TAMISHA IMAN- Wearing a bright orange ballroom dancer costume with rhinestone accents and feather trim, Tamisha performs a "Big Band" style song, "Let's Build a Stairway" later being joined by 4 dancers in white tuxedos with tails. As the dancers do choreographed movements, Tamisha flows just as smooth as the gown she is wearing. With a lift, the music mixes to "Mr. Melody" and 6 dancers reappear wearing silver glitter top hats and orange vests. Very Broadway type production choreography follows flawlessly as they finish out the song. VERY fresh and new talent presentation by Tamisha that was refreshing and entertaining.
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30-SIERRA SEVILLE- 2 chefs and 3 dancers in bright red "zoot-suit" style jackets start on stage, with Sierra entering stage in the illusion of Barbra Streisand from "Hello Dolly". The dancers stay with her as she performs the main song from the "Hello Dolly" production. Accompanied still with the 3 dancers in red, Sierra dances period style movements with them seamlessly. Dancers exit, and "Louis Armstrong" enters for a brief performance with her. With his exit, she is rejoined by her dancers for the "big finish". Great illusion of "Dolly" and upbeat expressions from her dancers made the talent enjoyable.
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MISS GAY USofA 2004
EVENING GOWN COMPETITION GROUP 5
MONDAY, MAY 24th 2004
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21-VERONICA GREY- Veronica is wearing a royal blue long sleeved, liquid beaded gown designed by Claire's Collection. A squared neckline trimmed in wide rows of silver liquid beading matches the trim of the v-waist that continues to trim the front slit. The bodice, bustline, mid-section and back are solidly encrusted with silver beads and crystal rhinestones.
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22-ANJILA CAVALIER- Regalia of Orlando, Florida designed Anjila's ocean blue long sleeved gown. Tightly beaded with bugle beads of the same color, crystal rhinestones are evenly placed throughout the gown and along the hem. The neckline dips lightly in a boat-neck style, and the back is accented with a beaded/stoned sash.
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23-STARR- A royal purple velvet skirt is coupled with the top half of the gown in lighter purple silk, long sleeved, that is encrusted with monochromatic bugle beads and both crystal and AB rhinestones. The waistline, trimmed in rhinestones, cascades into an interesting design that is overlayed in the front.
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24-MISTY MEANOR- Misty created this black velvet strapless gown. The bust and bodice are solidly covered in rhinestones with the stones sprinkling down the entire gown and train.
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25-PORSHE PARIS- Porshe comes on stage to an escort wearing a white tuxedo. Wearing a deep sage/forest green satin long sleeved gown with the neckline trimmed with peacock feathers, Porshe circles the stage and returns to her escort to take off what is actually an evening coat to reveal a spaghetti strapped, bugle beaded gown in a similar deep green color. Rhinestone trim creates a design through the bust and waist area that compliments the train and overall look of this form fitting gown.
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EVENING GOWN COMPETITION GROUP 6
MONDAY, MAY 24th 2004
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26-JAME PERRY- Jame is wearing a cobalt blue, liquid beaded strapless gown designed by Tom Kidwell. Just under the plunging v-neckline in solid cobalt is where silver beads and rhinestones are coupled in a chevron design that accents the mid-section, skirt, and back of the gown continuing over the train as well.
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27-JUSTICE PAIGE COUNCE- Carlos designed Justice's strapless, light periwinkle/baby blue gown. From mid thigh up, the gown is speckle beaded on silk. From that point down, fabric of the same color is styled in a full and layered design.
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28-LORING MITCHELL- Bright orange stretch satin gathered throughout the bust, bodice and waist is coupled with sheer sleeves of the same color that are heavily speckled with coordinating colored rhinestones. An extremely high front slit, train, and ruffled cuffs complete the look.
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29-TAMISHA IMAN- Black velvet is the base of this intricately designed gown. Long sleeves, full train and open back are included areas adorned with the rhinestone trimmed black liquid beaded lattice type design. Impeccable modeling and poise on stage.
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30-SIERRA SEVILLE- Designed by 'Bob Smith and the Lady' Sierra's gown is nude colored with a bold "paint splatter" design in various colors including cobalt blue, eggplant purple, aqua blue and white. Halter style, with a full skirt and train are design details of her gown.
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MISS GAY USofA 2004
TALENT COMPETITION GROUP 7
MONDAY, MAY 24th 2004
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31-ANGELIQUE ALI- "And I Am Telling You" is the song Angelique has chosen to showcase her live vocal performance. With smooth movements and a flowing stage presents, Angelique has the powerful voice and stunning appearance of a star. Her voice has the soul similar to D'Atra Hicks, Melba Moore, and Stephanie Mills; the clarity and power resembling Mariah and Christina Aquilera; and most importantly, when singing live for talent competition, the sound of a woman through the entire song with excellent pitch control and timing! FABULOUS and TRULY entertaining!
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32-ASHLEY KRUIZ- "Cowboy Jim" introduces Ashley entering stage right in the illusion of Patsy Cline. "Sweet Dreams" begins as Ashley floats down the stairs and continues the song until "Freddy Krueger" appears. The tone changes from "sweet and demure" to "sleek and bold" as Ashley does a complete costume, hair and full character change in the blink of an eye. From "Down home, country gal" to Annie Lennox' famed close cropped platinum locks and edgy fashion sense, Ashley continues "Sweet Dreams" in the illusion of Annie Lennox. Interrupted by the entrance of a backup dressed as security/police, Ashley transforms again to long reddish hair and a black vinyl halter catsuit. Continuing the "Sweet Dreams" theme, Ashley is joined by backup dancers as they dance with lifts and synchronicity that works fabulous with the LaBouche version of the song.
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33-MONIQUE MARQUETTE- Wearing a floral dressing robe, Monique starts "My Sister and I" from the Broadway and film hit "CHICAGO". Taking the robe off, she is wearing a beaded black halter cocktail dress reminiscent of the "Roaring 20's". With zany movements and expressive facial expressions, Monique performs the song with energy and wit.
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34-DEVION MORNETT- A voice announces philosophical prose ending with the phrase "This Is My Anthem". Devion then enters stage in a white, silver cracked ice pantsuit with matching full length coat and begins to perform a live lyrical reading further detailing her passion behind her "This Is My Anthem" motto. Several backup people accompany Devion representing the various political themed undertones of Devion's presentation by holding "picketline type' signs and sporatically joining Devion in chanting her motto "This Is My Anthem".
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35-CHIVONNE STREET- With her back to the audience, Chivonne is wearing a fluffy white feather boa coat. "I Will Always Love You" begins as she turns around in the illusion of Dolly Parton. Taking off the coat, to reveal a grey business suit, "9 to 5" plays until midway through the song. Quickly the conservative suit rips away to a cherry red, line fringed dress that is very "Dolly-esque" with a plunging strapless style bustline trimmed in hologram sequins. "Baby Im Burnin'" plays as she does the bouncy, playful moves as Dolly is known for.
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TALENT COMPETITION GROUP 8
MONDAY, MAY 24th 2004
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36-AMAYA MANN- The stage lights fade up to 8 backup dancers in full tribal themed character with incredible detail to face and body markings and loincloths. "Eaten Alive" with it's ominous jungle sounds and addicting beats is perfect for her presentation. Remarkable energy and choreography create not only an exciting talent, but is visually stimulating to watch as Amaya and her dancers leap FABULOUS!
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37-SAVANNAH LEIGH- 4 dancers dressed in sleeveless merlot colored vests with tails, and black pants perform various backflips, movements and "rave type" flag waving as Savannah with her back to the crowd, turns around in the illusion of Cher performing "Dove A L'amore". Impeccably soft makeup, detailed costume, and precise movements show Savannah's attention to detail. With the exit, and quick return of the dancers now all in black carrying black umbrellas, they open them as Savannah does a complete costume and hair change in what seemed to be only a few seconds! Continuing the excellent Cher impersonation, Savannah and dancers leave stage returning dressed in Native American themed costumes as the music goes into "Half Breed". Savannah's facial movements and actions are fabulous and smooth as Cher. FABULOUS!
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38-ANNASTACIA DeMOORE- "Fired Up" by The Funky Green Dogs starts with Annastacia and her 2 dancers in black vinyl long coats with hair and makeup styled in "zombie/possessed" like looks. The music speeds up to a quick sound byte of "Karen" on "Will & Grace" saying the "Annastacia Beaverhousen" snippit using just the first name to make it personalized to her. She and her dancers perform to the instrumental version of "Thriller" followed by them ripping her coat off to a black dance outfit with rainbow colored flames and the music mixes to upbeat sounds of Praxis featuring Kathy Brown "Turn Me Out".
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39-MIAMI RICHARDS- Although the stage are dark, the stage becomes filled with large silver garland covered letters spelling out
"L-I-Z-A" with a large red garland covered "Big Apple" and the Statue of Liberty behind the letters, with a silver trimmed skyline behind the apple and statue. Miami appears on stage in a black coverup with a puff collar and sleeves. Performing the illusion of Liza Minnelli, she goes into "pre-concert type" quick banter that Liza is known for. The music transitions into "New York, New York" as she takes off the coat to a tuxedo type dance costume. With movements and expressions Liza is famous for, Miami performs with ends the performance with a tophat and cane.
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40-JOY MARNIER- 2 backup dancers in white dress shirts, black ties, pants and backpacks sit in chairs on opposite corners of the stage with Joy coming on in a "school girl" themed costume. "Work It" by Missy Elliot bumps the club as Joy and her dancers perform with quick tight movements to the beats. Ripping off the school girl costume, comes a black vinyl accented dance costume with a large croc print in lime green, and sunglasses that perfectly matches the mixing music style going into "She's A Bitch" by Missy. Showing a style and energy not seen before from her, Joy and her dancers are great at performing the mix with the edge and power that it required! FABULOUS!
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41-NICHOLE ELLINGTON DUPREE- Wearing a coverup in irridescent dark blue with cracked ice "vine type" designs in black, Nichole performs Blues style music with smooth moves and ease. Off comes the coverup to a red 3/4 length stretch skirt and black v-necked blouse. "I've Got Rhythm" by Dorothy Dandridge plays as Nichole performs with excitement and playfulness.
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EVENING GOWN COMPETITION GROUP 7
TUESDAY, MAY 25th 2004
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31-ANGELIQUE ALI- Lemon yellow hand pleated chiffon creates an incredible one shouldered evening gown designed by Gustavo Bustos. Body hugging until a large fishtail bottom in tuille, floral accents in various colors of blue and silver are showcased at the shoulder and at the knee. Flowing effortlessly as she modeled, Angelique was stunning!
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32-ASHLEY KRUIZ- Chelsea Pearl created this tank style cotton candy pink gown for Ashley. Scalloped at the bustline and hem, the entire gown is sprinkled heavily with pink AB and crystal rhinestones. A full foxtail wrap is handled with ease after taking it off shortly after entering stage. Reminescent of "Old Hollywood" glamour, Ashley modeled beautifully.
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33-MONIQUE MARQUETTE- Royal purple illuminates as the color of Monique's sweetheart cut strapless ballgown. Encrusted with multicolored rhinestones, the bodice leads down to a v-waist and pleated satin full skirt.
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34-DEVION MORNETT- Bright tangerine orange 4-ply silk, Devion's Precious Formals designed gown flows smoothly as she models. Sprinkled delicately with silver seed beads to form a design through the mid-section and down the skirt, the gown also has a train and a thin strap around the neck.
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MISS GAY USofA 2004
EVENING GOWN COMPETITION GROUP 8
TUESDAY, MAY 25th 2004
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36-AMAYA MANN- A delicate train, long sleeves and a scooped bustline are all completely encrusted with AB and crystal rhinestones that electrify under the lights. Graceful modeling and attractive accessories add to the stunning look.
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37-SAVANNAH LEIGH- A large glittered Asian inspired umbrella twirls across the stage to reveal Savannah in a red silk halter creation of her own design. Asian inspired as well, black liquid beading trims the shoulders, bustline, front slit and train. Bold designs of black seed beads and gold seed and bugle beads cover the gown with black frog closure type accents on the neck and center.
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38-ANNASTACIA DeMOORE- Coco Vega created this nude long sleeved gown for Annastacia. Incredible detail went into the designs of lime green beaded vines, pink beaded flowers, and deep jewel toned beaded accents that intertwine throughout the gown and into the long train.
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39-MIAMI RICHARDS- Harlequin patterned skirt, train and angled strap from the bust to the opposite shoulder are solidly liquid beaded making a bold contrast to the cherry red bodice of Miami's gown. Trimmed with black liquid beads, the bodice is encrusted with pointed back rhinestones to add even more spark to the gown.
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40-JOY MARNIER- Brian Wells has created Joy's electric orange fortuny pleated strapless gown. Form fitted through the waist and skirt, a fishtail bottom is accented with raised fabric waves as is the bustline. Trimmed in wide rows of crystal rhinestones, the mid-section illuminates with silver beads. Beautifully created, Joy's couture gown looked incredible on stage!
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41-NICHOLE ELLINGTON DUPREE- Bold jagged edged black silk is multi beaded with silver and black beads to cover "all the right places" in this shocking design by RJ's. Black sheer based, the halter gown is completely see through from neck to hem other than the beaded areas.
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MISS GAY USofA 2004
TALENT COMPETITION GROUP 1
TUESDAY, MAY 25th 2004
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1-LAYLA LaRUE- 2 flats with blue script letters display "LAYLA LA RUE" open with Layla looking incredible in the illusion of Jennifer Lopez! A shawl vest of foxtails over a gathered white pantsuit is matched with the Gucci style shades in true JLo fashion. 4 dancers in denim jackets and jeans accompany Layla dancing seamlessly to the choreography and "Love Dont Cost A Thing". A quick exit behind the flats, Layla returns to stage without the foxtail vest to show the rhinestone trimmed detail of the pantsuit. Continuing with a medley of JLo, the heat is turned up with Layla joined by a man in a white shirt and black pants to dance salsa movements with. "Let's Get Loud" is next with Layla and her dancers giving a powerful, exciting and fresh performance! In the style that Layla is well known for, this illusion, as well as her others, is excellently detailed and entertaining! WONDERFUL!
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2-EBONY LOVE- Gold beaded fringe trims Ebony's gold hologram dance outfit as "Baby Boy" by Beyonce plays. 2 backup dancers in all black join Ebony as they seductively dance to the beats. Mixing into "Crazy In Love" Ebony dances with incredible energy to the same movements as Beyonce in the video. Jay-Z's vocal part is lipsynced fabulously by a wildly "funk-a-licious" dressed backup. Reappearing after that part, her dancers now have black long sleeved shirts with the word "Ebony" in gold hologram sequins on one side, and red hologram sequined heart shapes on the back to finish off the talent with her.
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3-ANGELA CARRERA- Daesha Richards, Karen Covergirl, and Victoria Lace in matching stretch catsuits and afros are incredibly energetic entering stage with Angela quickly coming to join them. Funky disco tunes going into "I Heard It Through The Grapevine" and "Respect" Angela and her dancers are ELECTRIC as they perform! "Lady Marmalade" and "Tell Me Something Good" are next as they continue with the same energy and crowd pleasing talent. Fabulously executed, Angela and her dancers brought the house down! HOT HOT HOT!!!!
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4-TAYLOR ROBERTS- Wearing a black ruffled coverup, Taylor stands at the back of the stage performing a romantic sounding ballad. Leaving stage to take off the coverup, Taylor comes back in an electric fuschia fringed dance costume and dances to "Dont Make Me Wait" then a megamixed version of "Me" by Kina. Powerhouse dancing hitting each and every beat, Taylor has great energy and ends off with a leap into the splits.
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5-KOURTNEY WELLS- Looking wonderful in beaded pantsuit, Kourtney greets the crowd carrying her famous "props on a budget" suitcase and performs her well-known comedic talent. In homage to her childhood favorite Miss Texas contestants, Kourtney bounces across the stage wildly mimicing playing the fiddle. In a style and wackiness that can only be pulled off by Miss Wells, she excites the crowd by playing the harmonica with her "culo". (Spanish for...well, look it up! :) After proclaiming that "a pageant isnt a pageant unless someone twirls a *&^% baton, Kourtney finishes off twirling across the stage. FUNNY AND WITTY!
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TALENT COMPETITION GROUP 2
TUESDAY, MAY 25th 2004
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6-WENDY WILLIAMS- The acapella version of "I'm Every Woman" begins with Wendy on stage in a coverup in heavy cracked ice. Mixing into Patti LaBelle soundbyte, and then into "Turn Me Out" by Praxis, Wendy rips off the coverup to a black fringed hologram sequin accented dance outfit. 6 dancers in black and Wendy dance with precise choreography and energetic moves coordinated with each beat of the mix. "It aint over til' the fat lady sings" booms over the mix as Kitty Litter appears in a bright dance outfit and joins with her powerhouse dance moves with Wendy looking on. Kitty exits and Wendy and her dancers finish off a great power-packed talent! FABULOUS!
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7-CARESS- In the illusion of Tina Turner, Caress starts with "What's Love Got To Do With It" wearing a black fringe trimmed dance outfit performing signature Tina moves. Transitioning into a medley of Tina songs including "Simply The Best", Caress delivers continuing energy to "Proud Mary" to end.
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8-WHITNEY PAIGE- With acrobatic moves, 2 dancers with dramatic animalistic face paint and black catsuits enter stage, with Whitney appearing behind them in an elaborately designed feather trimmed coat joining her dancers in an upbeat version of "He Lives In You". With a change of music into "Eaten Alive" Whitney is joined by 5 tribal costumed dancers performing with power movements. Showstopping choreography coupled with the energy and precision of Whitney's passion for entertaining, erupts the crowd to applause and screams. With the original 2 dancers coming back to make a total of 7, they continue to impress with more of the incredible energy delivered throughout the entire talent. OUTSTANDING INCREDIBLE TALENT!
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9-CRITIQA MANN- Wearing and eccentrically patterned coverup with bold yellow fringed cap shoulders, Critiqa starts with a slow ballad. Removing the coverup reveals her uniquely accented dance outfit of deep red sequins, yellow feathers and accents as she dances to "Fame". 4 dancers in silver hologram sequined tank tops and white pants enter stage while Critiqa quickly exits and reappears in yet another elaborate and totally different dance costume. The fun up-tempo beats of "Baby I'm A Star" starts to Critiqa and her dancers doing well designed choreography that continuously changes formation to well utilize each part of the stage. GREAT ENERGY!
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10-ALEXIS NICOLE WHITNEY- Props designed to create a cold eerie bedroom setting has Alexis laying in a muslin wrapped bed as the possessed character from "The Exorcist". Going into "Crazy" by Patsy Cline, Alexis mixes soundbytes from the movie with exaggerated expressions directed to the Priest that watches on. Freddy Krueger and "Jason" from Friday the 13th join Alexis to dance to "Thriller" as the bed disappears into the bedroom wall. Joined by a total of 4 similarly dressed backups they continue to dance when Alexis then rips off her outfit to a fringed long sleeved dress and "busts a move" to a "booty mix". Rejoined by her dancers again they perform to more of the body bumpin' sounds of the same style of music. FUN AND DIVERSE TALENT!
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MISS GAY USofA 2004
EVENING GOWN COMPETITION GROUP 1
WEDNESDAY, MAY 26th 2004
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1- LAYLA LaRUE- Solid black silk, heavily scatter beaded with black bugle beads, the front of Layla's gown builds anticipation leading to a multi-colored liquid beaded butterfly design encompassing the entire back and train. Fringed bell cuffs in black, a mandarin collar and long sleeves are perfect design details to complete the style of Layla's gown.
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2-EBONY LOVE- Ebony's electric tangerine silk long sleeved gown creates a bright impact. The plunging v-neck, pirate cuffs, trumpet skirt and train are all intricately designed with a detailed pattern in what looks to be a tight "lace type" formation. Showcased with crystal and orange rhinestones her gown catches the light brightly with each move of her modeling.
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3-ANGELA CARRERA- Gustavo Bustos of New York has designed a vision of haute couture for Angela. Elaborate black jewelry dripping of black rhinestones gives an ornate contrast as it drapes over the bodice and mid-section. Light avacado green is the base color with a delicate floral lace design in muted black covers her tank style gown, trumpet skirt and dramatic train. Angela models with the confidence and grace required to complete a flawless couture vision! BEAUTIFUL!
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4-TAYLOR ROBERTS- Taylor's Franklyn Bettencourt designed couture gown looks lovely in Royal blue 4-ply silk. Form fitted through the bodice and waist, the hand pleated roushed silk further creates an impact that is beautiful. Long sleeves of the same color sheer chiffon leading to wide cuffs of AB rhinestones, that also match the rhinestoned trim of the bustline and inside of the dramatic stand up collar, give a look of elegance. LOVELY!
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5-KOURTNEY WELLS- AJ Designs is the designer of choice for Kourtney tonight. Lemon yellow silk encrusted with bugle beads of the same color is accented by bold wave like designs that flow from the bust down to the opposite hip. Nude fabric sprinkled with crystal and AB rhinestones, the wave designs are unique, as is the asymetrical bustline that meets a flowing shoulder scarf of chiffon.
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EVENING GOWN COMPETITION GROUP 2
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6-WENDY WILLIAMS- AB rhinestones and silver bugle beads shine brilliantly trimming both the plunging v-neck and open v-back of Wendy's sunshine yellow sheet beaded gown. With a front center slit and dramatic train, Coco Vega's masterful designwork is evident as the gown hugs Wendy's body flawlessly. Modeling elegantly, Wendy looked AMAZING tonight!
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7-CARESS- Brilliant jewel toned beaded scroll designs over the bodice, shoulders, cuffs, collar, and trim of the skirt sparkle beautifully against the white liquid beaded skirt of this Coco Vega design. Sheer illusion through the bodice and sleeves is scattered with pointed back AB rhinestones that twinkle and sparkle with each flowing pose of Caress modeling.
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8-WHITNEY PAIGE- Incredibly illuminated under the lights, nude silk matching Whitney's skin, completely covered in a tight scatter beaded design, explodes with each breath and movement made. Adding to the shine, an intricate lattice like criss-cross design of silver bugle beads and rhinestones further accentuates the custom fit of her Coco Vega creation. STUNNING!!!!!!!
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9-CRITIQA MANN- Uniquely designed with silver liquid beads fading from one shoulder down the sleeve into black liquid beads, Critiqa's Coco Vega gown is eye catching. A tightly detailed zig-zag design separates the 2 colors on the sleeve as well as the mid-section. The left sleeve is dramatic with an exaggerated bell cuff, and boldly contrasts the right sleeve being sheer nude speckled with rhinestones. The trumpet flair of the skirt is yet another design specification of Critiqa's gown that makes is truly one of a kind!
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10-ALEXIS NICOLE WHITNEY- Joined by her escort, Alexis gracefully enters stage and proceeds to flow down the steep staircase with confidence. Designed with eye catching accents throughout the bodice and sides of the trumpet skirt, her medium yellow silk gown is covered with bugle beads of the same color. Modeling with the drama and smooth poses that she is known for, Alexis looks lovely while showing the judges the perfect fit of her gown. LOVELY!
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MISS GAY USofA 2004
TALENT COMPETITION GROUP 3
WEDNESDAY, MAY 26th 2004
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11-HOLLY HOT DAMN- Wearing a black vinyl coat and thigh-high boots, Holly's rhinestoned bikini top and skirt sparkle as she performs to a medley of Shania Twain in the illusion of the popular songstress. Holly has great expressions as she performs to both the crowd and the judges! FUN!
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12-TRACY EDWARDS- With the theme to the television show "The Parkers" concluding, Tracy enters stage giving an AMAZING illusion of Monique! Having mastered the trademark movements of the comedienne, Tracy doesnt miss a beat, breath, or batted eyelash while lipsyncing with perfection!!! ABSOLUTELY WONDERFUL!
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13-LAWANDA JACKSON- 4 large silver flats cover the width of the stage to form the backdrop for Lawanda's live vocal illusion of Tina Turner. "Simply The Best" sounds fabulous as Lawanda performs Tina's signature movements. With removal of her short silver coverup dress, Lawanda's petite frame looks gorgeous in a black cocktail dress adorned with pearls, rhinestones and a fringed skirt. Lighting up to spell out "T-I-N-A" in white twinkle lights, Lawanda continues to entertain with excitement. Joined by 4 energetic backup dancers and "Proud Mary", Lawanda introduces her "friend from Divas Live, CHER". Singing together briefly, Lawanda ends thanking the crowd. FABULOUS!
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14-TERSA MATTHEWS- Tersa's face looks lovely as she performs "This Time Around" by Linda Eder wearing a black coverup trimmed with black turkey feather boas. Dramatic beats leading to "Havana" by Linda Eder has Tersa taking off the cover up to a black velvet salsa dance costume accented with AB rhinestones and a gold beaded fringe trim on the skirt. 4 impeccably dressed backup dancers join Tersa with seductive moves and the same latin flair that Tersa is performing with. With the music heating up with the Cuban instrumental beats, Tersa surprisingly then begins to take off the conservative velvet outfit to a FABULOUS black sheer bodysuit dripping with rhinestones. Even more energy and power is displayed by Tersa and her dancers ending out the talent. FLAWLESS, AMAZING, EXCITING!
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15-IVANA B. REAL- Holding a feather fan out from behind the side curtain, Ivana enters stage wearing a silver and black gown with a side slit up to the waist. Performing "Just Be Good To Mama" from "CHICAGO" she has fun with the song through playful expressions and movements.
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MISS GAY USofA 2004
TALENT COMPETITION GROUP 3
WEDNESDAY, MAY 26th 2004
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16-LADY MARISSA- Tangerine feathers trim Lady Marissa's cover up as she starts with an intro of Linda Eder. Ripping off the coverup, she reveals a blush pink colored ballroom dance competition type costume encrusted with rhinestones. Joined by a sexy dance partner, they ooze with chemestry and seduction while executing precise, technically challenging movements beautifully to "Never Dance" by Linda Eder. INCREDIBLE!!!!!!!
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17-SASHA ANDREWS- 4 backup dancers in formation are on stage with a sword twirling backup centered between them. Sasha is dramatically carried on stage in Cleopatra style to perform "Baby Boy" by Beyonces in unison with the dancers. 2 gold lame loin cloth wearing backups assist her as she uses the 4 dancers as objects to walk over on their crouched backs. Ripping off her outfit, she is wearing a multi stoned bikini and dances solo with head whips and body gyrations. Returning with 6 dancers in black, "Crazy In Love" is energetically performed with excellent choreography! Uncovering a black flat at the back of the stage, an oversized industrial fan prop similar to the one in the video rotates creating an effect equal to the power packed dance moves. HOT HOT HOT!!!!!!!!!
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18-DIAMOND- "Murder on the Dancefloor" with it's great beats and energy is what Diamond and her dance partner uniquely perform ballroom style dance movements to. Tangerine silk trimmed with ostrich feathers, the full skirt is effortlessly whisked away to a cocktail length dance outfit of the same color. She and her partner are talented with precision as they dance together.
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19-VIRGINIA WEST- The loud roar of a motorcycle sounds with Virginia coming on stage in a solid black, one legged catsuit with heavy "shredded fabric" fringe on one sleeve. 3 backup dancers join at the back of the stage, and 1 joins her to perform an obsure song with the sounds of Bonnie Tyler and Queen with a hint of "Grease" type music. Leaving the stage together, acrobatic talents are featured by individual dancers coming back 1 by 1, followed by Virginia and all of the dancers coming together to end with power packed, ever changing, line formation choreography. Although the choice of music is not the most widely known, they performed it with amazing energy and lipsyncing. INCREDIBLE AND ENTERTAINING!
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20-BAJIA T. TOWERS- Spaced apart, and at the perimeter of the stage, 7 backup dancers are dressed in various costumes including: A scarecrow, Pinhead from "Hellraiser", Carrie from "Carrie", Jason from "Friday the 13th, a "club kid" type dressed dancer, and 2 angels, 1 in black and 1 in white. "Original Sin" by Taylor Dayne is Bajia's song selection to which she and her dancers perform choreography that has her interacting wildly with each of the backup characters, both individually and as a group. Creative in the concept, and amazing detail given to the costumes, Bajia performs with edgy, almost demonic expressions and movements that work perfectly for the character she delivers!
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MISS GAY USofA 2004
MAY 28th, 2004
FINAL NIGHT COMPETITION
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TALENT COMPETITION
1- WENDY WILLIAMS- Talent from prelims.......Wendy and her dancers give an even more powerful visual effect with their choreography on the larger stage of final night. Considering the mishap with the backdrop before her talent, Wendy showed total professionalism in being ready to go on at a moments notice without it effecting her performance! FUN, HIGH ENERGY TALENT!
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2-JAME PERRY- Talent from prelims......Again, with the massive size of the ballroom and the stage being much larger than the preliminary competition nights, Jame's "La Reina" Celia Cruz illusion is ABSOLUTELY INCREDIBLE! Lipsyncing completely "en Espanol" Jame is on every word, breath and beat as the talent continuously changes from her solo, to having 2 dancers with her, then 4, then 6,then the BIG FINISH with 13 TOTAL DANCERS with Cuban style brightly colored hand-held props. 3 percussion playing backups (1 with maracas, 2 playing the bongos), 2 queens with an escort/dancer each, and the original 6 dancers......that makes what could be "Lucky #13" for Jame tonight! A BRILLIANT TALENT PRESENTATION!
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3-ASHLEY KRUIZ-"2001" in silver glittered numbers on black panels, sets the stage as the sounds of the "Miss USofA 2001" crowning ceremony are played. Nina DeAngelo accepting 4th Runner up, Celeste Holmes, portraying "Roxy Marquis", accepted 3rd Runner up....Alicia Markstone herself was next as 2nd runner up, then ASHLEY KRUIZ accepted 1st runner up, as she did in 2001. Finally, Erika Norell's crowning moment is recreated exactly, as Ashley slowly makes her way to the opposite side of the "runners up". Begining to perform "Beautiful" by Christina Aguilera, Ashley's emotions were evident, and very fitting to the lyrics. With the break of the song, the silver on black "2001" drops to reveal white with silver "2004" as a voiceover proclaims "That was then, this is now" and Ashley says "I've been waiting for this" Mixing into a transition song, she is flanked with 6 dancers carrying large, impressive feather fans. From the start of her talent to this point, Ashley wears her FAMOUS Evening Gown catagory winning "Zebra print" gown until she disappears behind the large formation of the fans. With a dramatic burst of fog following the outward wave of the fans, Ashley is standing on top of a set of stairs wearing a nude catsuit speckled with rhinestones, designed with 2 star shapes on the bust and one in a bikini type covering. She and her dancers continue with "Toxic" and come to an end. A UNIQUE, CHRONICALED TALENT.
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4-TAMISHA IMAN- Black outfits with panchos and hats trimmed in bright red is what Tamisha's 6 dancers twirl on stage wearing, while Tamisha with vibrant red streaked hair and dressed similarly, stands in the middle of and right behind them lipsyncing to a smooth sounding R&B song. Covering her for maybe 10 seconds at MOST, with their panchos, Tamisha creates a colorful splash wearing a cherry red dance costume of beads, stones, and fringed dance boots. The 4 dancers now wearing sheer half-shirts off their shoulders and black pants are soon joined by the remaining 2 dancers to make 6 again. "Toxic" is the song of choice, which unexpectedly has Kelexis Davenport, Chevelle Brooks, and Angelica Sanchez joining Tamisha and her dancers to all perform the shocking, seemingly impossible leaps, splits, and "deathdrops" that Tamisha and her special guest star dancers are all well known for perfecting on stage! FLUID AND EXCITING!
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5-WHITNEY PAIGE-Talent from prelims.........Tonight, Whitney's talent was mezmorizing, entrancing, captivating, and what I believe is the best performance of her career! SIMPLY STELLAR!
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6-ANGELIQUE ALI-Angelique has graced the audience with not only her stunning beauty, but what has to be the best live vocal talent at a female impersonation pageant EVER! The control she has with her multi faceted voice, is fabulously complimented by her sensual stage presence. Performing "And I Am Telling You", Angelique concludes with "....You're gonna love (holding the word "love" for a VERY extended time), and a dramatic pause, and playful look to the audience. Repeating that line again, she stops and pauses once more, to then say "I LOVE YOU DALLAS" in a masculine DEEP sexy voice that made the crowd erupt with wild applause as she sang the last word of the lyric......MEEEEEEEEEEE!" GIFTED, STUNNING, AND TALENT THAT ENTERTAINS!
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7-SAVANNAH LEIGH- Starting with "Dove A L'amore" similar to her prelim talent, Savannah has 3 airbrushed flats, 2 with script writing saying "CHER" and the middle with her likeness on it, as props to her illusion of Cher. With perfect lipsync of verse from a Cher concert, Savannah disappears behind 1 of the flats to quickly return in the black leather outfit, large black curly hair, and "If I Could Turn Back Time" Performed with precision, 4 dancers and she work the song, until another quick exit behind the flat, and here comes the long, straight haired, beaded gown wearing Cher of the 70's to sing a duet of "I Got You Babe" with a Sonny Bono dressed backup. Once again behind the flat for another quick change, the final appearance is in the unforgetable costume associated with "Strong Enough", which is what Savannah ends her creative, challenging, entertaining and well executed talent with! FRESH, ENTERTAINING, GREAT ATTENTION TO DETAIL!
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8-TERSA MATTHEWS- "A Deeper Love" starts with Tersa entering center stage in a light blue full length faux fur recreating her showstopping talent from her first Top 12 appearance. Surprised by a male voice-over introducing Tersa in the illusion of:
MAYA DOUGLAS....she performs a snippet of a song wearing a tophat, and doing exact moves of Maya! Then the voice introduces her in the illusion of TOMMIE ROSS...performing "Muscles" Tersa drapes herself luxuriously in a HUGE orange boa, and gives the intoxicating movements and smooth eyes of Tommie to a "T"! If those 2 werent enough to get the crowd screaming, laughing, cheering and on their feet, the voice returns to introduce her in the illusion of "from San Antonio, Texas, former Miss USofA, ERICA ANDREWS!" Selena music of Erica's talent begins to Tersa mimicing the dance moves with exaggerated accidental movements, facial expressions, trepidation and offbeat counting, that humorously portrayed Erica with jawdropping hilarity! Continuing with the program, the voice over announces her next "tribute/illusion" of THE EYES OF TEXAS, Whitney Paige. Wearing black rimmed glasses with the lenses looking like HUGE eyes, Tersa strikes Whitney's popularly known poses to Patti LaBelle! AND FINALLY, her last "tribute/illusion" is dedicated to Layla LaRue! Bumpin' bass, lyrics with the speed of lightning and moves that make the crowd go wild, Tersa HAS BROUGHT THE HOUSE DOWN! But that's not all.......she then finishes off the awesome mix from her first appearnce in Top 12! HILARIOUS, WILD, ZANY, HOT TALENT!
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9-VIRGINIA WEST-talent from prelims......Her first appearance in the Top 12, Virginia performs with EXTREME energy, perfect timing and synchronicity while not missing a breath of lipsync while giving emotionally charged expressions to her talent! FABULOUS AND VERY ENTERTAINING!
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10-LAWANDA JACKSON- 3 glittered stars are spaced center stage as Lawanda appears in the illusion of Janet Jackson. You might be wondering what she is wearing?........think Super Bowl! With a "wardrobe malfunction" all of a sudden the music changes and a slow transformation starts to take place in front of our eyes. Lawanda is slowly removing the outfit to completion commencing with the announcement of "Ladies and Gentlemen....MICHAEL JACKSON!" "Man In The Mirror" is incredibly performed with the trademark moves of "the gloved one"! "Billie Jean" as the next song, she again performs with perfect unison along with 4 newly arrived backup dancers. AMAZING ILLUSIONS FROM LAWANDA!
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11-ANGELA CARERRA- A man strumming a guitar stands in the brightness of the one spotlight hitting stage. Angela in a beautiful flamenco type black based dance outfit starts a seductive version of "Aint It Funny" by Jennifer Lopez with eye-contact connecting her to the judges in a total hypnotic trance of confidence! She and her 4 dancers are PERFECTLY timed and choreographed as the sharp sounds of latin flair orchestration guides them back into more of the music heard in the begining. BEAUTIFUL, TALENTED, INTOXICATING STAGE PRESENCE!
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12-LAYLA LARUE- A large black and white round flat that looks silmilar to a large record album, has Layla's likeness in the middle with the words "WHO'S HOUSE IS THIS...LAYLA LaRUE" edging the round shape. Layla comes out finally with 7 dancers doing "Pass The Dutch" quickly joined by 2 more dancers. Mixing into a FABULOUSLY remixed version of "Work It", Layla and her dancers perform her signature innovative movements! Loudly saying "LADIES", Kelexis and Chevelle appear as dueling JOAN CRAWFORDS! They all 3....wait, coming out from behind Layla is one of the "Mini Joans" from last year! All 4 dance together, until 6 differently dressed dancers join Layla while the "Miss Crawfords times 3" leave stage. More POWERHOUSE dancing continues with 9 more differently dressed dancers ending up with a last little bit of "Pass The Dutch" as the "big finish"! LAYLA IN TRUE LAYLA EXCITEMENT!
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MISS GAY USofA 2004
MAY 28th, 2004
FINAL NIGHT COMPETITION
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EVENING GOWN COMPETITION
1- WENDY WILLIAMS-Coco Vega designed this sweetheart cut strapless gown that is unbelievably encrusted with what appears to be millions of bugle beads and rhinestones in a leopard spotted design. The full, full, full, trumpet skirt swishes with flair as she models with calm, yet proud stature! ORIGINAL AND EXQUISITE!
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2-JAME PERRY- Covering the bodice of her gown with a large gathered fabric stole, she first appears to be wearing her signature gown of cobalt with silver chevron designs, until the stole is lowered and the cobalt liquid beaded skirt gently fades into a brilliant "traffic light" green on the lower bodice. Silver beaded and rhinestoned, the trim of the bust looks electric as it follows up the spaghetti straps. WONDERFUL IMPACT OF BRILLIANT COLOR!
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3-ASHLEY KRUIZ- A black evening coat gives way to Ashley's cherry red rhinestoned encrusted lace over nude gown. In haute couture style, her jewelry of matching red stones includes cuff bracelets, earrings and necklace with intricate detailed jewels cascading from her neck down to her mid back. Strapless in construction, the fit is form fitting perfection. BEAUTIFUL and ALLURING!
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4-TAMISHA IMAN- A lovely color of whisper light lilac is layered over and over to create a one shouldered fabric vision of beauty. In actuality, what looks to be her gown at first, is removed to uncover a one shoulder strapped, asymetrical bustline gown of the same color encrusted in AB and crystal rhinestones. Trumpet skirted with a train, the gown's impact is heightened with the unrivaled grace of Tamisha's modeling! COMPLETELY STUNNING HEAD TO TOE!
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5-WHITNEY PAIGE- A large coverup of baby pink ostrich feathers, comes off to the multi-shimmering Coco Vega designed gown of the same pink with beaded floral accents. Sheer sleeves and neckline are matched with perfection to Whitney that the gown appears to be strapless until she approaches the end of the runway. The fishtail bottom of the gown, adorned with the same feathers of the coat, flows effortlessly completing the look of elegance and sophistication. DELICATE IN COLOR, DAZZLING IN STYLE!
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6-ANGELIQUE ALI-With her preliminary competition winning gown, Angelique once again is breathtaking in her Gustavo Bustos lemon yellow couture gown. Modeling with fluidity, the impact of the fit and style are further made flawless by Angelique. AN ABSOLUTE BREATHTAKING VISION!
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7-SAVANNAH LEIGH- The extremely dramatic train, adorned with a 3-D effect pattern of raised puff fabric, makes Savannah's self designed strapless gown eye catching! Intense design creativity went into every detail from the unique color of blackish blue, to the multi faceted glimmers erupting with each pose. FABULOUS and CREATIVE!
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8-TERSA MATTHEWS- With her preliminary competition winning gown, Tersa once again slides the elegant foxtail wrap down enabling the full effect of her solid black liquid beaded halter gown to wow the crowd! Modeling with grace and seduction, Tersa looks STUNNING! LOVELY!
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9-VIRGINIA WEST- Gown from prelims, Virgina shows a bold and daring side with a see through black sheer gown with rhinestoned lace accents covering "all the right places" SHOCKING AND STYLISH!
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10-LAWANDA JACKSON- Coco Vega has designed Lawanda's heavily encrusted beaded and rhinestoned gown. Front slit, train, and intricate shoulder and neck straps, are all uniquely tailored and designed to accentuate her with elegance. Words cant describe the multi detailed design well enough, the pictures will deliver the intended impact! VERY UNIQUE AND TAILORED BEAUTY!
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11-ANGELA CARERRA-Franklyn Bettancourt of Chicago has masterfully created yet another pure haute couture vision for Angela! A pleated waisted ball skirt that extends probably 6 feet wide at the bottom, has a train that looks to extend about 8 feet behind her. Strapless, the bustline of the gown gently folds outward to give even more attention to the original design and perfect fit! INCREDIBLY GORGEOUS!!!
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12-LAYLA LARUE-Rodrigo of San Antonio designed Layla's original design spaghetti strapped gown. A white base of what appears to be fortuny pleated fabric, is speckled with rhinestones, while the trim of the bustline is in a bronze looking colored liquid beading that is above bright lime green liquid beading. Trimmed in those colors surrounding the front slit and train, Layla is wrapped in foxtails of a truly unique and undescribable shade. ORIGINAL IN DESIGN, and ONE OF A KIND STYLE!
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