Miss Trinidad and Tobago UK 2008, the search has begun!
Released on: May 28, 2008, 11:01 am
Press Release Author: Carivog International
Industry: Entertainment
Press Release Summary: It could be me!... It could be you!
Carivog International UK announces the first round of screening for participants in the 6th Miss Trinidad & Tobago UK Pageant and Cultural Show has begun. Under the patronage of the High Commission of the Republic of Trinidad & Tobago to London, delegates will be selected during the month of June. The finals and cultural show will be held at The Bloomsbury Theatre, London on Saturday 20 September 2008.
Press Release Body: The night\'s proceedings will showcase the incredible and wonderfully diverse culture of the beautiful Caribbean twin island nation of Trinidad & Tobago, often referred to as the \"Land of the Hummingbird\" and home of the Carnival and steelpan. In addition, it will be the final night of the selection process to select a UK based Trinbagonian beauty to be a cultural ambassador representing Trinidad & Tobago in the UK, which may also result in international appearances.
Screening for delegates will continue until end of June beginning of July. The selection requirements are: * one parent must be of Trinbagonian parentage and residing in the UK * height of at least 5' 4" and aged between 18-27 * never been married or given birth * good command of the English language (written and spoken) * must be in good physical condition and have a willingness to embrace the experience * possession of a valid passport * educated to GCSEs or O' Levels as a minimum, or their equivalent * have good moral standing * be available for training and rehearsals in London, from June 2008 to 20 September 2008
Interested applicants meeting the above requirements are requested to contact Angela on Tel: +44 (0)20 8265 4757 - Mobile: +44 (0)7950 135 840 - Email: misstntuk@carivog.com - Website: www.misstntuk.com for further details.
Successful applicants will embark on a journey of self-discovery and intellectual development as they participate in holistic workshops and various guest appearances. The workshops comprise of dance movement and exercise, deportment, make-up, hair & beauty, protocol and etiquette, public speaking, modelling and choreography training, courtesy of Carivog International UK. These workshops aim to strengthen participants' ability to cope with life's challenges and facilitate their growth into mature women. What they learn and develop as part of the workshops is something that will see them through for the rest of their lives and to hopefully enable them to achieve their full potential as young women and role models of the future.
Sponsors and Supporters This year's event is being kindly sponsored by the Tobago House of Assembly, Western Union and Wessex House Night Club. It is supported by the Trinidad & Tobago High Commission London.
There are still opportunities to sponsor and/or support the event. Further information cay be obtained from Ms Veronica Leacock - Tel: +44 (0)20 8265 4757 or Mob: +44 (0)7930 645 874 - Email: veronica@carivog.com
For further information, please contact the organisers of the Miss Trinidad & Tobago UK 2008 on: Tel: +44 (0)20 8265 4757 or Mobile: +44 (0)7958 366 594 or Email: misstntuk@carivog.com
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Useful Websites Miss Trinidad & Tobago UK - www.misstntuk.com The Trinidad and Tobago High Commission - www.tthighcommission.co.uk The Trinidad & Tobago Tourist Board - www.visittnt.com The Bloomsbury Theatre - www.thebloomsbury.com
**Further Information for Editors** Miss Trinidad & Tobago UK The Miss Trinidad & Tobago UK Pageant is organised and managed by Ms Angela Cox, Managing Director of Carivog International UK Division, Ms Sheanna Alleyne and Mrs Valerie Noriega both based in Trinidad and a supporting experienced administrative team.
The Miss Trinidad & Tobago UK pageant started in September 2003 and has been held annually since. In previous years, it has generated a lot of interest, attracting thousands of nationals from Trinidad & Tobago, other Caribbean islands and the UK, through the website's online voting competition, Miss Website Queen.
In 2004, as the result of an anonymous nomination, Angela Cox was presented with lifetime membership of the Millennium Award Fellowship which was presented to her at a ceremony at the Mayor of London's offices. It was a great day where she met other award winners from London and through out the United Kingdom. The Fellowship is an acknowledgement of the personal commitment and achievement of a select group of talented individuals through out the United Kingdom who have played a role in strengthening and enriching their communities. With the support of its members, the Fellowship is a national platform to promote the power of the individual to make a difference and to bring about positive social change. Ms Cox is also a qualified therapeutic counsellor.
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