Runway Call for Contestants!
The monarchs have issued a call to the entire insect kingdom, summoning champions of all shapes, sizes and unique character to rally and compete against one another for a chance at the crown. Who will rise and who will fall? Who will take the crown and unite us all? Join us at GAPA RUNWAY 2024: Chrysalis!
What is GAPA RUNWAY? It is a 30+ year community production which aims to showcase queer and transgender Asian and Pacific Islander (QTAPI) artistry, humanity, and excellence. Performers and personalities of all experiences are encouraged to apply for GAPA RUNWAY 2024! If you feel comfortable doing public speaking and can think of a skill/talent you might want to showcase on stage, you should apply!
Don’t miss out on your chance to shine on stage at Herbst Theatre on September 14th, 7pm PST. For additional information, email: prod@gapa.org
Deadline for Contestant Applications is July 31, 2024!
To submit your application, click here!
Information for contestants
Though GAPA Runway is structured as a competition for entertainment purposes, the focus of the production is on community building and friendship. No performance experience is needed to participate in GAPA Runway. We welcome a diversity of experience levels and gender presentations.
Because GAPA Runway is an all-volunteer community production, there is no entrance fee or payment for participating in the competition. However, each contestant that participates in GAPA Runway will receive a small stipend to help offset production-related costs.
The two winning Runway titleholders will each receive $500 in prize money upon winning. During the year of their reign, titleholders can receive another $500 by hosting a fundraiser for GAPA.
CONTESTANT PRODUCTION SCHEDULE
Sunday 8/4 - Mandatory Zoom Call
7:30-9pm (aim for 1 hour but will probably go over)
Cover show flow, competition guidelines, set expectations
Recorded if someone misses, but really want contestants to participate and ask questions (i.e. to avoid surprises / unpleasant experience later)
Sunday 8/11 – Optional Media Skills Training
For those wanting help with public speaking skills (e.g. Media Skills training)
Sunday 8/18 - Rehearsal #1
7:30pm-9:30pm
Sunday 8/25 - Rehearsal #2
7:30pm-9:30pm
Thursday 9/5 - Rehearsal #3 (run thru Fantasies)
7:30pm-9:30pm
Sunday 9/8 - Rehearsal #4 (run thru Fantasies)
7:30pm-9:30pm
Thursday 9/12 - Rehearsal #5
7:30pm-9:30pm
Saturday 9/14 - Show Day
9:30am: Crew, John, Emmett, Assistant Production Manager Volunteers Call Time
10am: Dressing Rooms available (optional)
11:30am: Assistant Stage Manager Volunteers Call Time
12pm: Contestants & Hosts Call Time
1pm-2pm: Worklight Rehearsal on stage
2pm-5:15pm: Tech Rehearsal
5:15-5:30pm: Tech Call Backs (for adjustments)
5:30-6:30pm: Dinner break
6:55pm: Places for Act 1
RUN OF SHOW
Opening number: The two reigning titleholders and all contestants perform a choreographed number.
Talent/Fantasy: Each contestant does a 2-minute solo performance showcasing a talent/skill of their choice. In the past, contestants have done stand-up, lip-syncing, dancing, storytelling, singing, roller skating, pole dancing, and more. Though props are allowed on stage, no other people are allowed on stage during a contestant’s Fantasy.
Formalwear/Initial Q+A: Each contestant dons their interpretation of eveningwear/formalwear and draws a question out of a fishbowl to answer in front of the audience. These questions are supplied by judges and shared with contestants ahead of time.
Final Q+A: The top scoring 40% of contestants move on to the Final Q+A. Each contestant draws a final question to answer in front of the audience. These questions are supplied by non-finalist contestants and are not shared ahead of time.
Closing number: The two reigning titleholders perform a step-down number.
Awards ceremony: The hosts announce all prizes and winners. In addition to the two Runway winners, there are audience-voted and contestant-voted awards.
For additional information about Runway 2024, email: prod@gapa.org