The Miss Oklahoma Pageant

Announcing - The Journey

2009-07-07T05:41:00.001-07:00

Oklahoma International Pageants has released the first issue of its online magazine, The Journey. To view, click the cover photo.

Miss Oklahoma at Bartlesville Freedomfest

2009-07-05T08:33:00.000-07:00

Miss Oklahoma was a special guest at the 2009 Bartlesville Freedomfest. The video shows her particpating in the chicken dance. For more video and photos, please visit our facebook fan page.

We crown a new Miss Oklahoma!

2009-06-23T12:23:00.000-07:00

Miss Oklahoma 2008 takes her final walk

2009-06-23T12:21:00.000-07:00

All the excitement, less expense!

2009-03-17T07:36:00.000-07:00

With the desire to help our contestants keep costs down in this current economic climate, Galaxy Productions has reduced the 2009 Oklahoma International Pageants to a one day event which will be held on April 25th .

In the past, our pageants have always been conducted on one day and we are very experienced at providing a quality event in a limited time frame. The day begins early with orientation and rehearsals followed by private one-on-one interviews with each of our five judges in the early afternoon. The staged portion of the pageant will begin at 5:00 p.m. at the Seretean Center where we should crown our new titleholders right around 7:00 p.m. Although it’s a long day, it’s an exciting and fun day that you will be able to finish up with dinner at one of Stillwater's Three Amigos (Eskimo Joes, Mexico Joe's, Joseppi's) restaurants!

Applications are still being accepted through the deadline of April 4th. Our block of rooms at the host hotel will drop on April 3rd. Visit our website to enter today and begin the journey that changes lives!

Pageant deadline approaching - April 4th

2009-03-10T12:42:00.000-07:00

Join us for the Miss Oklahoma International Pageant April 24-26th Stillwater, Oklahoma!

Applications are now available, and contestants from throughout the Sooner State are being accepted. The process for entering is easy! Simply visit our website (www.TheMissOklahomaPageant. com) and fill out the online registration form. If you have questions click on FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions), where you'll find nearly every answer you could imagine. If you don't find the answer you need, don't hesitate to contact us!

In addition to the crown, banner and opportunity to compete at the International Pageants in Chicago, Miss Teen Oklahoma 2009 will be represented by Flash Models in Oklahoma City and receive fitness training by BootCamp Tulsa. Also, the winner of the Fun Fitness Wear competition will be crowned SuperModel with Style and appear in SuperModels Unlimited Magazine! A fun pageant weekend is planned including a Saturday night dinner at one of Stillwater’s Three Amigos restaurants.

PRIOR EXPERIENCE IS NOT NECESSARY.

Areas of competition & age for Miss division: Ages 19-29 (as of 7/1/09) Modeling fun fashion, fitness, & evening wear; personality interview.

NOTE: No swimsuit or talent competitions!

Commitment to community service through a platform issue is highly encouraged and required at the National level. The International Pageants have teamed up with the American Heart Association’s Go Red for Women which serves as a secondary platform for all titleholders.

Contact us today to get started! www. TheMissOklahomaPageant. com, director@okpageants.com, 918-350-0190.

Welcome Arby's!

2009-03-09T15:09:00.001-07:00

We are pleased to announce that US Beef Corporation Arby's will be sponsoring lunch for our contestants at the Miss Oklahoma Pageant! Arby's wrap sandwiches are healthy and delicious and will give our contestants the nutrition they need to perform their best at the pageant! Many thanks to US Beef Corporation Arby's.

Welcome Stillwater's Three Amigos!

2009-02-25T14:11:00.000-08:00

Our contestants will be guests of Stillwater's Three Amigos on Saturday night of the pageant weekend.

Each contestant will receive a gift card and is welcome to use it at either Eskimo Joes, Mexico Joes, or Joseppi's Italian Kichen. Select your favorite, ladies!

Many thanks to the folks at Stan Clark Companies!

Welcome Bootcamp Tulsa!

2009-02-23T11:38:00.001-08:00

We are excited to announce that Bootcamp Tulsa is the Official Fitness Coach of the Oklahoma International Pageants.

Mrs. Oklahoma, Miss Oklahoma and Miss Teen Oklahoma 2009 will be able to attend any and all Bootcamp Tulsa sessions in the Tulsa community and will have complete access to the staff for consulting so they will be in top shape for the National competitions in July in Chicago.

Bootcamp Tulsa is Tulsa's first every outdoor fitness bootcamp! The quickest, most effective and fun way to kick start you on the road to a healthier you, Bootcamp Tulsa gives you the results you have always wanted in just four short weeks.

Who is Bootcamp Tulsa for?

All ages and fitness levels

Burn fat
Lose weight
Tone up

Many thanks to Jon and the staff of Bootcamp Tulsa.Visit them at http://www.bootcamptulsa.com/ and get ready to get fit while having fun!

Flash Models International

2009-02-21T12:26:00.001-08:00

We are pleased to announce that the Mrs. Oklahoma 2009, Miss Oklahoma 2009, Miss Teen Oklahoma 2009 and the Fun Fashion Wear award winners in the Miss, Teen, and Jr. Teen pageants will be represented by Flash Models International in Oklahoma City.

Flash Models International has established itself as a leader in the areas of modeling and talent. Their reputation for representing only quality models with great respect for professionalism keeps their clients coming back time and time again.
With 20 years experience in the modeling and talent industry, Flash Models International is the place to go for all of your modeling needs:

PRINT
FILM
RUNWAY
VOICE-OVERS
SPECIAL EVENTS

Flash Models will help our titleholders establish their careers with opportunities to work locally, nationally and internationally if they fit the assignment criteria.

Please visit www. flashmodelsonline. com for further information about Flash Models International.

Nationals Opening Number Dress

2009-02-21T08:04:00.001-08:00

This is the dress that Miss Oklahoma will wear at Nationals in Chicago for the opening number. The turquoise dress, by Sherri Hill, will have a white band. Beautiful! Many thanks to The Competitive Image for sponsoring these dresses!

Support National Wear Red Day

2009-01-13T11:01:00.000-08:00

From Mary Richardson, National Director - International Pageants Group

I'd like to invite you to support National Wear Red Day. You may not know this, but the number one killer of women is heart disease. And every year more than 460,000 women die from this largely preventable disease. National Wear Red Day is a day to recognize the women who have died from this disease, to build awareness of the statistics, and to encourage all women to make a choice to beat heart disease. This year National Wear Red Day is February 6. National Wear Red Day is for women like Theresa. As a busy mom, Theresa kept putting off a check-up, but called her doctor when she felt tired, short of breath, and started having back and chest pains. I had a feeling that it was my heart, but all the tests were saying it wasn't, Theresa said. Two months later, Theresa had a massive heart attack at a family birthday party. She was 38. You can read Theresa's story at www.GoRedForWomen.org/stories.

As a supporter of Go Red For Women, the American Heart Association's initiative to build awareness and raise funds towards the cause of women and heart disease, I have created a group that you can join and help by spreading the word and donating $5 or more to support the cause.On behalf of women everywhere, please join me to fight and beat this deadly disease.

Follow this link to visit my personal web page and help me in my efforts to support AHA National Center.

Confessions of a future heart disease victim

2009-01-12T14:22:00.000-08:00

by Guest Blogger, Janitha Jendrzey - Miss Oklahoma 2008

24 years old.

5' 7" tall.

134 lbs.

Stage 2 Hypertension.

Are you kidding me? I mean I know I don't have the healthiest diet on the planet and I openly admit that nowadays I consider the walk from the lofts to my car in the back of the parking lot a daily workout....but seriously....hypertension?...high blood pressure?....the stuff that old and overweight people take a bunch of meds for because the stress from work and family is just too much?.....How can this possibly affect me?

It's funny that this 'diagnosis' strikes me at this particular time in life. just last year the International Pageants group partnered with the American Heart Association's Go Red for Women movement against heart disease. Was this a type of foreshadowing that just happened to slip past me? I guess so. Here I am....Miss Oklahoma International....a positive role model of health and wellness and beauty for others....and I'm suffering from something that, in my case, is 150% self-inflicted and preventable. The good news? It is also 150% self curable.

Both of my parents suffer from weight issues and high blood pressure. Heart disease and hypertension runs in my family like no other. After the move to Tulsa for school, 'life' took over and put diet and exercise on the bottom of the priority list. I mean for real....I'm not overweight. I'm young. I get enough sleep and definitely don't suffer from any extreme forms of stress or anxiety. But this still wasn't enough. My average daily blood pressure reading is somewhere around 150/110. Older people are put on meds at around 130 over 90ish.

Think about this: my average normal blood pressure is through the roof....what happens when something exciting or stimulating pops up? My blood pressure does as well putting me at extreme risk for a heart attack. While I was in the ER for a stomach virus about a month ago, I was so sick and stressed that my blood pressure reading was 186/158. 186/158! I remember that number so clearly because it's ridiculous. It's cardiac arrest for most and this is coming from my body. My heart.

February 6 is National Wear Red day. It's a reminder to everyone to take a step back and take a good look at your life. If you have a family history of heart disease or know that your diet and exercise regimen could use a big kick in the bee-hind make this your opportunity to change. The theme of 2009 appears to be 'a time for change'. Why not make this your time to change as well? I know I am. Don't think that it won't happen to you because you are young or you watch your diet closely. We're all at risk....so use my confession (a personal testimony if you wish) to take a look at your own life and see if you too may possibly be at a greater risk than you originally perceived. Don't let heart disease or hypertension steal any moments away from your life. Make the changes now. We've got so much left in life to share with each other.

Nationals Fitness Wear

2009-01-07T12:11:00.000-08:00

Miss Oklahoma 2009 will wear this fitness wear outfit when she competes at Nationals in July!

Happy New Year!

2009-01-01T07:20:00.000-08:00

Wishing you a very

happy and prosperous

New Year!

The Miss Oklahoma Pageant

Merry Christmas!

2008-12-24T09:05:00.000-08:00

Rejoice in the spirit of Christmas
which is Peace,
the miracle of Christmas
which is Hope,
and the heart of Christmas
which is Love

Oklahoma International Pageants

Happy Thanksgiving!

2008-11-26T09:46:00.001-08:00

Wishing you the blessings of Thanksgiving

Oklahoma International Pageants Staff

Modeling & Appearance Opportunity!

2008-11-21T12:47:00.000-08:00

Oklahoma International Pageants will be hosting a booth at the Tulsa Women's Living Expo for Go Red for Women.

In addition to this awesome appearance opportunity for all titleholders, both State and local, they will also have the opportunity to participate in a Go Red fashion show at the Expo. The Expo will be held at the Expo Center in Tulsa the weekend of February 13-15, 2009.
Don't let this great opportunity for "stage time" to pass you by. All local titleholders are eligible. So get ready to work it, girls!

Visit www.OKPageants.com to enter today!

Welcome Caroline Hayden Custom Evening Gown Design

2008-11-12T11:28:00.000-08:00

We'd like to welcome back our generous sponsor, Caroline Hayden Custom Evening Gowns. Our new Miss Oklahoma will receive a $400 discount on a custom evening gown and $100 discount on a Fun Fashion Wear outfit. Examples of this talented designer's work can be found on her myspace page.

Thank you, Caroline!

Welcome Trilogy Collection!

2008-10-31T12:29:00.000-07:00

We are pleased to welcome back Trilogy Collection to our list of sponsors for the 2009 Miss Oklahoma Pageant. Miss Oklahoma 2009 will receive a gift certificate in the amount of $50 to select the jewelry of her choice from the Trilogy Collection.

Trilogy was founded by a former pageant veteran. Because she understands that you want to look your very best in order to win the crown, Trilogy wants to help you achieve that goal by providing a selection of sparkling jewelry that will amaze on stage and is sure to impress!All of their jewelry is custom made, using only genuine Swarovski crystal in the most brilliant colors. They can create any of the styles shown on their website in any of the colors listed on their color chart. Feel free to come up with various color combinations that compliment your wardrobe!

If you are looking for the perfect compliment to your pageant presentation, visit Trilogy Collection to view their beautiful jewelry.

Welcome Tulsa Cosmetic Dental Center!

2008-10-29T10:25:00.000-07:00

Welcome back to our generous sponsor, Tulsa Cosmetic Dental Center!

The Official Cosmetic Dentist of the Oklahoma International Pageants, Tulsa Cosmetic Dental Center, will be assisting our newly crowned Miss Oklahoma to look her best when she competes at Nationals with their gift of both in-office and take home teeth whitening.If you would like to perfect your smile, you can visit Tulsa Cosmetic Dental Center on the web, via email, or by phone at 918-469-1919.

Welcome La Casa Hermosa!

2008-10-29T08:07:00.000-07:00

We'd like to welcome back our very generous sponsor, La Casa Hermosa!

Miss Oklahoma 2009 will receive:

La Casa Hermosa Logo Tote Bag

La Casa Hermosa Logo Dress Bag

Complimentary Copy of Savvy Magazine

Gift Certificate of $350 toward any VIP or Custom Gown of their selection

Complimentary 'Branding' Wardrobe Consultation

If you want to know more about La Casa Hermosa 'branding' listen to an interview with Robin Flemming on PageantTalk Radio at this link: http://www.talkzone.com/archive.asp?aid=32374

ALL participants competing in the Oklahoma International pageants will receive- $25 gift certificate toward any cocktail dress, day dress, or evening gown of their selection, redeemable online or in person, good until December 2009, and may be used on special order merchandise from Jovani.com, TonyBowls.com, SherriHill.com, ScalaUSA.com, TeraniNY.com, or any other manufacturer that they carry in season.

Thank you, Robin!

You could be crowned SuperModel with Style!

2008-10-13T14:46:00.000-07:00

Are you ready to take the next step in your modeling career? Oklahoma International Pageants can help you launch that dream!

The SuperModel with Style Award will be awarded to the contestant who has displayed a natural modeling ability, whose choice of clothing in the Fun Fashion Wear completion both fits and flatters and is oh so stylish!

Think: Red Carpet, New Year’s Eve, glamorous and out-of-the-box! The outfit may be anything that you feel best represents your personal style but is not another evening gown or just another cocktail dress. THIS OUTFIT IS NOT CASUAL OR JEANS!

Judging will be based on modeling ability, outfit selection, personality and the overall impression of the judges.

Winner will receive a custom crown, banner and will be featured in a full color photo and article in Supermodels Unlimited Magazine.

Miss International contestants on Good Day Chicago

2008-08-01T13:27:00.000-07:00

Did you miss seeing the Miss International contestants on Good Day Chicago? Click this link and you can watch it now!

A Pageant Director's Perspective - Pageant Talk Radio

2008-05-13T15:35:00.001-07:00

How do the decisions made by a pageant director impact the competition and ultimate outcome of the pageant? What does it take to build a recognized “brand” within the pageant industry? How can looking at competing from a Director’s perspective help you to be a more prepared contestant? Mary Richardson, National Director of the Mrs, Miss, and Miss Teen International pageants, joins host Valerie Hayes to answer the questions that contestants and pageant parents have been dying to ask.

Episode Segments:

Mary Richardson – Part One Mary discusses what makes her pageants unique and different from the rest, why she decided to emphasize community service in her pageants, and what she thinks makes a contestant stand out. Plus – her criteria for judges and scoring, and information on how to become a state director.

Mary Richardson – Part Two Mary talks about her guidelines for directors, how they go about responding to complaints, and what she hopes the legacy of her pageants will be. Plus – find out how at-large contestants are selected, and what Mary thinks is the most important thing to know when you are competing.

Listen here!

A Crowning Achievement for International Pageants and Go Red for Women

2008-05-13T11:02:00.000-07:00

International Pageants and the Go Red For Women movement team up to promote women's heart health

ROANOKE, Va., May 13 /PRNewswire/ -- International Pageants, Inc., themanaging group for the Mrs. International(R), Miss International(R) andMiss Teen International(R) competitions, has teamed up with the AmericanHeart Association's Go Red For Women movement to fight heart disease amongwomen. The Go Red For Women movement helps women understand that whileheart disease is their No. 1 killer, it is largely preventable. In supportof this movement, the International Pageants system will incorporate Go RedFor Women's resources for preventing heart disease, stroke and othercardiovascular diseases in their international campaigns.

"We are delighted to work with International Pageants to raiseawareness of heart disease among women," said American Heart AssociationChairman of the Board, Gary L. Ellis. "International Pageants embraces ourmission and is committed to a long-term grass roots campaign supporting our education initiatives."

Working at a local level, each contestant in the International Pageants system will bring the Go Red For Women messages to their communities. Withthe amount of women who participate in the competitions on a yearly basis,the alliance between International Pageants, Inc. and Go Red For Women is anatural connection. International Pageants includes approximately 150Queens internationally, ranging in age from 13 years-old to 56 years-old.The pageants highlight the many successes and charitable causes eachcontestant supports throughout the year.

"As a platform based competition, we have always believed in theconcept of social responsibility, both locally and internationally," saidMary Richardson, executive director of International Pageants, Inc."Partnering with the American Heart Association is a great honor and welook forward to relaying their messages worldwide."

The Go Red For Women movement will be introduced to the 2008 pageantcontestants at the International Competition kick-off events held inChicago in July. During the kick-off events, the contestants will attend aGo Red themed affair, learn about the American Heart Association's missionand meet representatives from the organization.

For more information, visit mrsinternational.com, GoRedForWomen.org orcall 1-888-MY-HEART.

Pageant Talk Radio - Listen Tuesday!

2008-05-05T20:21:00.001-07:00

TalkZone has just added Pageant Talk Radio to its lineup of quality online talk programs. Hosted by pageant coach Valerie Hayes, Pageant Talk Radio will provide exciting conversation to inform and inspire contestants as they prepare for their next pageant. Guests will include pageant industry leaders talking about important trends in pageantry. Hayes will provide pageant coaching answers to live and email questions, on the air.

Pageant Talk Radio will debut on Tuesday, May 13th at 11:00 AM CST and our guest will be Mary Richardson, National Director of the Mrs, Miss, and Teen International pageants. To ask a question during the show, U.S. callers dial 1-888-463-6748 (1-888- GO FOR IT), and international callers dial 011-847-470-0937. To email your question for the show, send it to info@PageantInterviewCoach.com.

The show will stream live and is available 24/7 as a podcast. To listen to the show live, or access podcasts of the show, just visit www.PageantTalkRadio.com.

Welcome Mexico Joe's!

2008-04-30T03:54:00.000-07:00

We are excited to announce that we will be having an After Party sponsored for us at Mexico Joe's. One of Eskimo Joe's three amigos, Mexico Joe's is Stillwater's hole-in-the-wall cantina! Mexico Joe's is the place to go for sizzlin' hot fajitas and the world's best salsas and chips made fresh everyday. Our contestants will enjoy wonderful food while learning the recipients of pageant awards.

Thank you Mexico Joe's!

2008 State Crown and Sash has arrived. Pretty!

2008-04-16T16:50:00.000-07:00

Morning Edition Appearance Miss and Miss Teen Northern Oklahoma

2008-03-28T11:33:00.000-07:00

Here is the long awaited Morning Edition interview with Miss and Miss Teen Northern Oklahoma International.

You, too, can appear on Morning Edition. We have one spot left for the April 21st show. Enter today so you can come along with us!

Live chat tonight!

2008-03-27T13:32:00.001-07:00

We will be holding a live chat tonight from 7-8 p.m.

Have a question about the pageant? Just want to visit with your sister titleholders?

Join us! All are welcome.

Don't wait too long!

2008-03-25T08:16:00.000-07:00

If you plan to enter the 2008 Miss Oklahoma International pageant, you don't want to wait until the last minute to do so.

When you enter, you will receive a beautifully stitched satin title banner so that you can make appearances for your platform. The more you speak about your platform, the better you are able to convey what you are trying to accomplish which will help you greatly in the one-on-one interview with the judges panel. Additionally, each appearance give you points for the Visibility Award which will be awarded at the pageant to the contestant who has made the most appearances.

You will need to purchase your State fitness wear from Pumpers. These are not sitting on the shelf but are made for you when you order them. Pumpers is located in Kansas and they can put a rush on your order but you can save yourself the rush charges if you order in enough time.

Our paperwork is not like the other pageants you have entered. You will need to create a platform sheet describing your platform. This sheet, along with the Official Application are the only 2 pieces of information the judges will receive about you prior to your interveiw and you want to make a good impression.

Don't forget, too, that the earlier you enter, the better your spot in the lineup!

Our deadline for entry and all paperwork is May 3, 2008. All paperwork submitted after the May 3rd deadline will have 1 point deducted each day from your final interview score. There will be no exceptions made to this deadline.

Don't miss the opportunity to represent your community at the Miss Oklahoma International Pageant and perhaps be crowned the very first Miss Oklahoma International!

Top 10 Reasons to Enter the Miss Oklahoma International Pageant

2008-03-18T18:26:00.000-07:00

Click to watch!

Northern Oklahoma People's Choice Donation

2008-03-17T11:36:00.001-07:00

Jennifer Vanover of Oklahoma City was the winner of the People's Choice Award at the Northern Oklahoma International pageant last month in Stillwater. The winner of the People's Choice Award receives 100% of the funds collected to donate to her favorite charity.

Jennifer presented a check in the amount of $716 to Ryan Colley, the representative for RFC Asia at a benefit for the charity on March 14th. RFC Asia is a mission in the Phillippines which clothes and feeds orphans. They have started a Bible school with donations and since have started a fish hatchery so that the people are taught to be self sufficient.

Mrs. Oklahoma to be honored in the Senate

2008-03-05T05:11:00.001-08:00

Mrs. Oklahoma 2007, Brooke Good, will be honored with a proclamation in the Oklahoma Senate on March 12, 2008 at 10:00 a.m. She will then be able to speak to the Senate as well.

All local titleholders who are interested in attending this event are invited. Please plan to arrive before 10:00 so that we can get a seat in the Senate Gallery. You should wear your banner but no crown. Please contact me with any questions or to let me know you will attend.

Location 2008: Lowry Activity Center

2008-03-04T10:21:00.000-08:00

The roof has been repaired in part of the Stillwater Community Center and the Miss Teen Oklahoma Pageant will be held in conjunction with the Miss Oklahoma pageant in the Lowry Activity Center of the Stillwater Community Center.

The pageant will be held on May 17, 2008 at 4:00 p.m. Tickets are available at the door - Adults $20 (includes program book) and Children and Students with ID $7 (no program book is included

Northern Oklahoma Regional Photos Posted!

2008-02-19T09:08:00.000-08:00

Please visit http://www.marcrains.com/ to view the photos from the Northern Oklahoma Regional Pageant photos.

When you get to the website, look to the right for Links and then click "Order Prints Here" to get to the list of events. Ours was on February 16th.

Enjoy!

Northern Oklahoma Regional Results

2008-02-17T03:15:00.000-08:00

We are pleased to announce the results of the first ever Northern Oklahoma International regional preliminary pageant:

Miss Teen Northern Oklahoma - Lyndzee Vieweg
1st Runner Up - Victoria Wiggins
2nd Runner Up - Kari Alexander

Miss Northern Oklahoma - Megan Johnson

Mrs. Northern Oklahoma - Sherri Stewart
1st Runner Up - Kaycee Batschelett
2nd Runner Up - Jennifer Vanover

Congeniality - Megan Johnson
Online People's Choice - Jennifer Vanover
People's Choice with $712 total raised for her charity - Jennifer Vanover.

Way to go ladies! Major kudos to Mrs. Oklahoma 2004, Shelly Warren, who served as our emcee and kept us on time like a finely tuned machine and to the ever wonderful Brooke Good, Mrs. Oklahoma 2007, who makes us all aspire to be like her

Venue Change - Northern Oklahoma International Pageant

2008-02-14T11:10:00.001-08:00

The venue for the Northern Oklahoma International regional preliminary pageant has been changed to the Stillwater Public Library Auditorium. Everything else will remain the same.

The Stillwater Community Center underwent quite a bit of roof damage during the ice storms and, although they thought the roof would be repaired by now, it's not. So to protect our contestants from the possibility of competing in the rain, we are moving the event to the Library.

Address: 12th and Duck Streets (1107 S Duck St.)
Time: 2:00 p.m.
Tickets: $10 for adults, $5 for children and students with ID

Happy Valentine's Day!

2008-02-14T06:52:00.000-08:00

Happy Valentine's Day!

The Miss Oklahoma International Pageant

Inside Out or How We Determine Competition Order

2008-02-06T15:09:00.000-08:00

You might ask, "How do you determine where I will compete in the pageant?" Our answer: from the inside out.

What I mean by this is that we make a list of contestants as you become fully entered. Once the deadline has passed, we divide the list in three. The first third of the list gets the middle numbers. The first person who entered fully will be the very middle contestant. The 2nd third of the group to enter becomes the last group of numbers behind the middle group. And the last to enter, get the numbers at the beginning. Therefore, if you enter at the last minute, you will likely be leading the line-up.

So take heart girls from Ada or Ardmore! You don't have to compete first in the line up. You just need to be sure to enter early enough to get the spot of your choice!

Miss and Teen Opening Number Dress for Nationals

2008-01-31T09:30:00.000-08:00

This is the dress that the new Miss Teen Oklahoma will be wearing for the Opening Number at the National pageant. The dress for Miss Oklahoma is is in production – it will be the same dress with a reverse of the colors – yellow bow and sequins on a pink background. The dress is part of their prize package. Isn't it cute!

Introducing the Northern Oklahoma Regional Contestants

2008-01-29T13:39:00.000-08:00

We are pleased to introduce the contestants for the titles of:

Mrs. Northern Oklahoma International

Miss Northern Oklahoma International

Miss Teen Northern Oklahoma International

They will compete for the titles on February 16, 2008 at the Stillwater Community Center, Lowry Activity Center. The pageant will begin at 2:00 p.m. Tickets are $10 for adults and $5 for children and students with ID.

Please vote for your favorite to win the Online People's Choice Award.

Stillwater Morning Edition Interview

2008-01-23T20:58:00.000-08:00

Earlier this month Executive Director, Lauri Rottmayer, was interviewed on TV-31's Morning Edition in Stillwater.

Listen as she talks to host, Christy Morrison, about the Oklahoma International Pageants.

Regional Preliminary Deadline approaching!

2008-01-04T11:56:00.000-08:00

The entry deadline for the Northern Oklahoma Regional pageant is coming soon! If you are interested in competing in a preliminary pageant, be sure to get your registration and entry fee in by January 19th. Please visit our website to enter.

Merry Christmas & Happy Holidays!

2007-12-20T03:51:00.001-08:00

Wishing you peace and joy this Christmas.

Oklahoma International Pageants

Save the Date - Meet & Greet in Lawton!

2007-12-17T12:03:00.000-08:00

Amor Formals in Lawton will be hosting a Meet & Greet for the Oklahoma International Pageants on January 19th.

We invite you to come and meet Mrs. Oklahoma, Brooke Good, and learn how you can represent Oklahoma as Mrs. Oklahoma, Miss Oklahoma, or Miss Teen Oklahoma at theInternational Pageants in Chicago next July.

Mrs. Oklahoma to appear on KLAW 101.5

2007-11-29T08:44:00.000-08:00

On Tuesday, December 4th, Mrs. Oklahoma will be a guest on KLAW 101.5 FM radio in Lawton. She will be there for the morning show from 7-9 a.m. If you are out of the area, you can listen to their live stream at their website.

Happy Thanksgiving!

2007-11-20T05:59:00.000-08:00

Wishing you a warm and happy Thanksgiving!

From all of us at Oklahoma International Pageants

Regional Pageant Consolidation

2007-11-08T06:29:00.003-08:00

We will be combining the 6 regional pageants into 2: Northern Oklahoma and Southern Oklahoma. It is our sincere desire to offer you the opportunity to compete at a regional preliminary to try and win your entry into the State pageant if that is your desire. However, due to low numbers, we have decided to combine the pageants into 2.

The Northern Oklahoma Regional will take place on February 16, 2008 at the Stillwater Community Center in Stillwater. Counties in Green, Red Carpet and Frontier Countries will be eligible to compete in this regional pageant.

The Southern Oklahoma Regional will take place on February 9, 2008 at the Ardmore Convention Center in Ardmore. Counties in Kiamichi, Arbuckle and Great Plains Countries will be eligible to compete in this regional pageant.

As we have stated on the website, we must have 5 contestants in each division to hold the regional pageant. We believe that by combining the regionals, we will be able to achieve this. If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to call us at 918-350-0910 or email us.

Regional Pageant Consolidation

2007-11-08T06:29:00.001-08:00

Welcome La Casa Hermosa!

2007-10-16T12:30:00.000-07:00

We'd like to welcome our newest sponsor, La Casa Hermosa. La Casa Hermosa specializes in hand-selected apparel for pageantry participation, prom, homecoming, social occasions, premier gatherings, and celebrations. They help you create a look that leaves a lasting impression.

La Casa Hermosa carries offerings in every category of special occasion, along with accessories and custom services to enhance your selections. As a full-service pageant shop, they specialize in both preliminary and national pageant wardrobes from swimwear, to interview suits, to evening gowns and appearance attire, including shoes and jewelry accessories.

The founder of La Casa Hermosa, Robin Fleming, opened La Casa Hermosa in 2006 - a result of years spent in the fashion and pageantry industries. An owner of special occasion apparel stores located in Rouse Company Malls during the 80's, Robin has dressed winners for over two decades. As Mrs. Florida International 2007, Robin is very familiar with just what you need to shine on the Miss International Pageant stage.

Miss Oklahoma 2008 will receive a $350 coupon towards a VIP gown, $150 towards an interview suit or on-stage interview suit, a logo tote bag and a logo dress bag from La Casa Hermosa and a jewelry gift in a gorgeous velvet lined box. Additionally, all contestants will receive a $50 gift certificate to use pre-pageant on any gown in the shop, both VIP or Signature or any interview suit.

LaCasaHermosa.com lets you shop The House from wherever YOU are in the world!

It's all about the candy!

2007-10-15T07:26:00.000-07:00

Oklahoma International local titleholders will be on hand to pass out candy to the children of Bartlesville on October 27th from 4-6 p.m. The Fall Fun Fest is an annual street festival with trick-or-treating for the kids along with other entertainment including a coloring contest, costume contest, games, etc. The festival will be held on Dewey and Johnstone between Frank Phillips in downtown Bartlesville.

Join Mrs. Bartlesville 2007, Tari Carbaugh, Mrs. Tulsa 2008, Sasha Townsend and Mrs. Skiatook 2008, DaLonna Hanlin for this fun event.

If you are interested in participating, please be sure that I have your name no later than October 22nd so that we may arrange a security badge for you.

Local Tiara Available

2007-10-05T11:35:00.001-07:00

Our regional Miss pageant winners will be crowned with this tiara and it will also be available to any at-large contestant who would like one. It is not mandatory that you purchase the tiara and it will not be required at the State pageant. For those who wish to purchase one, the price including shipping is $25.

Welcome Tulsa Cosmetic Dental Center!

2007-10-02T08:40:00.001-07:00

Tulsa Cosmetic Dental Center is a full Cosmetic dental center. They put strong emphasis on restoring your teeth and gums to an ideal health while enhancing the esthetic appeal of your smile. They pride themselves in providing gentle and compassionate care with the only the proven, up-to-date technology.

Dr. Jerome Cha has been practicing dentistry since 1993 when he received a Doctorate in Dental Surgery from the University of Oklahoma, College of Dentistry. His postgraduate studies include advanced training in All-Ceramic Restoration System Certification.

Dr. Cha has built a practice based on providing excellent dentistry in the Tulsa area. He is very dedicated to providing dentistry "as close to perfection" as possible. His passion is for smile enhancement.

Tulsa Cosmetic Dental Center, the Official Cosmetic Dentist of the Miss Oklahoma Pageant, will be assisting our newly crowned Miss Oklahoma to look her best when she competes at Nationals with their gift of both in-office and take home teeth whitening.

If you would like to perfect your smile, you can visit Tulsa Cosmetic Dental Center on the web, via email, or by phone at 918-469-1919.

Meet & Greet / Photo Shoot - Tulsa

2007-09-26T15:25:00.000-07:00

Please be our guest at a Meet & Greet in Tulsa on Saturday, October 20th. We are so fortunate to be hosted by our pageant photographer, Marc Rains, at his studio in Brookeside.

In addition to allowing us to meet there, he will also be offering a terrific deal for headshots that day. You will receive 2 looks plus make up for $199. This is a substantial discount. There are only a limited number of spots available so call Marc today at 918-378-1778 to schedule yours.

If you have entered or plan to enter any of our pageants for next year, this is a great way to get to know us and talk to us about any questions you might have.

Stop by and say hi! We will be there from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm. We'll also be running the DVD from the Mrs. International Pageant for those who are interested in seeing what happens at Nationals.

We are looking forward to seeing you there!

Let's all go to the fair!

2007-09-24T15:34:00.000-07:00

The Miss Tulsa State Fair preliminary pageant is Thursday night at the Tulsa State Fair. We are going to meet up there and have a group appearance. If you are interested, email me back and let me know to look for you. It's Ford night at the fair so you can go by your Ford dealership and pick up a ticket for $1 entry into the fair and I believe that's all that you will pay. The pageant begins at 7:30 in the Expo Building. It should be a lot of fun.

Aerobic Wear Competition - 20%

2007-08-22T09:03:00.000-07:00

"What should I wear for the aerobic wear competition?" Pumpers will be creating our aerobic wear outfit that all State level contestants will be required to wear.

The aerobic wear competition is designed to establish a contestant's overall level of fitness. It counts for 20% of your total score. You will purchase your aerobic wear from Pumpers. No rhinestones or sequins should be added to the outfit. You will wear white shoes and white, no show, socks. You may wear earrings but they should be no larger than the size of a quarter.

We designed this aerobic wear to complement every figure and all contestants will look terrific!

2007-07-30T07:51:00.000-07:00

We are very excited to announce Emerald Coast Interview Consulting as a sponsor for the 2008 pageant. Our new Miss Teen Oklahoma will receive their Complete Pageant Interview Preparation Package (valued at $1,500) which includes:

Fact Sheet Analysis
Platform Development
Competition Video Review
Voice, Diction, and Articulation Evaluation
10 One-hour Phone Mock Interview Sessions prior to Nationals in July 2008

Additionally, all state level contestants will receive their Contestant Introductory Interview Preparation Package (valued at $250) which includes:

Fact Sheet Analysis
One-Hour Mock Interview
Evaluation and Feedback Session

Emerald Coast Interview Consulting is a leader in the field of airline interview preparation and beauty pageant interview preparation. For more information about how Emerald Coast Interview Consulting can help you with your interview preparations, visit their website or call Melissa at (850) 774-6705.

Cash scholarships to be awarded!

2007-06-25T08:16:00.000-07:00

A $2,000 cash scholarship awaits the winner and $1,000 for the first runner up to Miss Oklahoma International 2008. We continue to work hard on the prize package for the 2008 pageant and we hope that we will be announcing more scholarships as we progress toward the pageant.

Check back frequently for updates!

Miss Oklahoma International website is live!

2007-06-12T11:01:00.000-07:00

The website for the Miss Oklahoma International pageant is now live and accepting entries. The Miss Oklahoma International pageant will be held in Stillwater on May 17-18, 2008. We are also offering 6 regional preliminary pageants which are optional.The Miss International Pageant was established 5 years ago. There has never been an entry from Oklahoma. This is your chance to be the first Miss Oklahoma International!

For more information, visit our website or email me with questions.

The Miss Oklahoma International Pageant

2007-03-19T05:55:00.000-07:00

It's official! Galaxy Productions is excited to announce that plans are being made for the 2008 Teen/Miss Oklahoma International Pageants. On March 15-16, 2008 at the Bartlesville Community Center, we will be crowning Miss Teen Oklahoma and Miss Oklahoma. They will represent Oklahoma at the Teen/Miss International pageants in Chicago in July of 2008. Contestants will compete in the following areas: One-on-one interviews (40%) Aerobic wear (20%) Evening gown (20%) Fun fashion wear (20%) Teens must be between the ages of 13-18 and Misses between 19-29. Although the websites will not be up until August 1, 2007, the addresses will be http://www.theteenoklahomapageant.com/ and http://www.themissoklahomapageant.com/ . If you know of any interested Teens or Misses, please have them fill out our interest form.