THE ULTIMATE TRILOGY | ONE TROPHY, ONE CASH PRIZE OF £1,500
JEWELS IN THE CROWN
For the first time in UK Ballroom history, we present Team Trilogy, where the ultimate ménage à trois will reign supreme. Prepare to dazzle the judges in a memorable showcase of structure, stealth and seduction. Bring it in a complementing look inspired by one of the crowns gemstones. Think diamonds, rubies, sapphires etc... Each trio must consist of ONE Face, ONE Realness & ONE Sex Siren.
FASHION CATEGORIES
ALL AMERICAN RUNWAY AND EUROPEAN RUNWAY WINNERS (All American, BQ EU, FQ EU, Women's EU, Drag's EU) WILL BATTLE FOR ONE CASH PRIZE OF £1,000
BEST DRESSED FATHER VS FATHER | ONE TROPHY, ONE CASH PRIZE OF £500
REIGN OF STYLE
Open to all: Founding Fathers, Overall Fathers, King Fathers, Regional Fathers, & Chapter Fathers. Houses send your Father through as only a Father could. Hit the floor like we've never seen you before in a crown worthy look.
OTA BEGINNER'S RUNWAY | ONE TROPHY
THE QUEEN BEE
Your sickening strut on the runway has been causing quite a buzz lately. Bring it in a black and yellow look inspired by the Queen Bee herself and be sure to sting the competition with your devastating poses and walk.
OTA ALL AMERICAN RUNWAY
THE REGAL RETURN OF CAPES
Tonight, you’ll pay homage to the timeless allure of CAPES—a symbol of power, majesty, and regal splendour. Bring it a high-fashion look and don't forget your mandatory cape. (The winner will battle for cash)
EUROPEAN RUNWAY | FOUR TROPHIES | BQ, FQ, Drag's, Women's
COUTURE AND CAKE UNLEASHED
Step onto the runway with a sickening strut and a look inspired by the ill-fated queen of France, Marie Antoinette. Tonight, bring a modern twist to her grandiose style by serving us big hair and extravagant fashion as you walk in an opulent and daring design. Let your effect tell a story of lavishness and indulgence, and leave the judges craving for more. Let the competition eat cake, and let your walk reign supreme! (The winners will battle for cash)
BEST DRESSED | TWO TROPHIES | MF, FF
FRILLS AND THRONES: EMBRACING THE MAJESTY OF RUFFLED ATTIRE
Ruffles have long been associated with royalty, serving as symbols of opulence, elegance, and status throughout history. Bring the drama tonight in a look that incorporates ruffles. No House Fathers allowed to walk.
OTA DESIGNER'S DELIGHT | ONE TROPHY
HEAVY IS THE HEAD THAT WEARS THE CROWN
The Crown is too heavy. The palace is requesting something a lil' lighter. Inspired by the rich history and cultural heritage of monarchies around the world, you are tasked with designing a new royal headpiece fit for any king or queen. Bring your headpiece with a model and bring your sketchbook too so we can see your process. Will your headpiece get the royal seal of approval and take its place among the treasures of the monarchy?
BEST NAILS | ONE TROPHY
Bring us Bejewelled nails fit for a queen.
PERFORMANCE CATEGORIES
ALL VOGUE FEMME PERFORMANCE WINNERS (FF, BQ, GNC and RWT) WILL BATTLE FOR ONE CASH PRIZE OF £1,000
BABY VOGUE | ONE TROPHY
ENCHANTED ELEGANCE
You’ve been invited by the Royal Ballet to audition for one of the lead parts in their new production of Sleeping Beauty. Bring it to the audition as Princess Aurora in a mandatory Tutu. We will need to see all 5 elements for your tens. Feel free to remove the tutu for battles.
BQVF PERFORMANCE | ONE TROPHY
THE MIDAS TOUCH
You’ve been touched by King Midas: A legendary figure from Greek mythology, known for his ability to turn everything he touched into gold. Bring it in a cunty gold effect ready to be crowned queen of performance. (The winner will battle for cash)
FEMALE FIGURE PERFORMANCE | THREE TROPHIES | FQ, Drag's, Women's
THE QUEEN OF DARKNESS
Bring it to the judges cloaked in garments as dark as the night sky, exuding an otherworldly elegance that captivates the imagination. Your attire, adorned with intricate lace, flowing silks, and embellished details, speaks of centuries-old secrets and untold tales whispered in the shadows. (The winners will battle for cash)
GNC PERFORMANCE | ONE TROPHY
PURPLE REIGN
Purple has long been associated with royalty, power, and luxury. In ancient times, purple dye was rare and expensive to produce, making it a status symbol reserved for royalty and nobility. Bring it in a purple look. (The winner will battle for cash)
REALNESS WITH A TWIST | ONE TROPHY
THE GRANDMASTER: CHESS WITH A TWIST
1ST: At the start of the ball all those walking RWT will be called to the runway to get their 10’s for realness. You must get your 10's before advancing to the second part. Please bring it in an all black outfit.
2ND: For the twist part later please bring it in an all white look. Expect twists and turns. Its a game.
(The winner will battle for cash)
OTA OLD WAY | ONE TROPHY
DISCO ROYALTY
Step into the spotlight under the disco ball and pop, dip and spin your way to victory to the sounds of disco. You must bring it in a look that screams disco royalty.
OTA NEW WAY | ONE TROPHY
COURTYLY ENTERTAINMENT
Dear Royal Jester, you’ve been summonsed to the royal court to entertain and amaze with a performance fit for royalty! Bring it in a jester look and don’t forget your ribbon for your tens.
BEAUTY, BODY & SEX CATEGORIES
ALL FACE WINNERS (FQ, Drag's Women's, BQ, Transman) EXCLUDING TRILOGY WINNER WILL GET TO BATTLE FOR ONE CASH PRIZE OF £500
FF FACE | THREE TROPHIES | FQ, Drag's, Women's
THE ROYAL BRIDE
Tonight, a moment of enchantment awaits as you step into the realm of royalty, a vision of beauty veiled in anticipation. As you glide towards the altar, your delicate veil conceals the radiant allure that lies beneath, a treasure awaiting discovery. Your skin, aglow with the luminance of moonlight, reflects the ethereal beauty of a thousand stars. Your smile, like a beacon of joy, illuminates the room with its warmth and radiance. And your features, sculpted with perfection, exude a timeless elegance that captures the essence of true royalty. For tonight, you are not just a bride, but a queen in your own right, destined to reign over a kingdom of love and devotion for eternity. Mandatory Veil. (Winners will battle for the cash)
MF FACE | TWO TROPHIES | BQ, Transman
THE MASKED MAJESTY
You’ve been invited to the palace for the royal masquerade ball. With your identity concealed hit the runway in a crafted mask adorned with regal embellishments and a form-fitting suit, tailored to perfection. When you reach the judges you will remove your mask, unveiling a face that is destined to rule, reign, and captivate all who dare to gaze upon its splendour. (Winners will battle for the cash)
BODY | TWO TROPHIES | MF, FF
DEEP BLUE DYNASTY
Tonight you will emerge from the depths with a majestic body that epitomises strength, grace, and power. Your form is a testament to the rigorous demands of ruling the ocean realm, sculpted by the currents and waves that you both command. You should come draped in cascading layers of flowing seaweed and adorned with pearls, commanding the judges attention with your mesmerising presence.
SEX SIREN | TWO TROPHIES | MF, FF
FEATHERS & FINERY
Royal birds such as swans and peacocks are adorned with feathers that epitomise elegance, beauty, and grace. The feathers of these majestic creatures have long been associated with royalty and symbolise regal splendour and refinement. Bring it in a sexy look that incorporates the feathers from one of these royal birds.
REALNESS CATEGORIES
FQ REALNESS | ONE TROPHY, ONE CASH PRIZE OF £250
THE PROM QUEEN
Every girl deserves to feel like a queen…
Its time to crown the REAL queen of the night. Bring it as the ultimate prom queen in a sparkling tiara and regal sash.
SCHOOL BOY REALNESS | ONE TROPHY
THE PROM KING
You are the Prom King. Get Ready for your photo. Mandatory crown please.
DRAG REALNESS | ONE TROPHY
JUST FINE
Bring it as the legendary Queen of R&B herself, Mary J. Blige! Don’t forget your reference image.
TRANSMAN REALNESS | ONE TROPHY
RAP ROYALTY
Bring it in a look inspired by one of your chosen kings of hip hop. Please bring your reference image with you.
PRETTY BOY REALNESS | ONE TROPHY
PRINCE CHARMING
He’s not quite the boy next door, but he just might rule your heart. Bring it as a Prince.
EVERYDAY REALNESS | ONE TROPHY | MF
CLOSE PROTECTION
Without personal bodyguards, members of royal families are vulnerable. Bring as a bodyguard tonight. You must be able to blend in with crowd to spot any potential threats. Don’t forget your earpiece.
EXECUTIVE REALNESS | ONE TROPHY | MF
SERVE THE CROWN
The UK is about to head into a General Election. The Prime Minister is the leader of His Majesty's Government and is ultimately responsible for all policy and decisions. In these uncertain times, the UK stands at a crossroads, facing unprecedented challenges and profound opportunities. Now more than ever, we need new leadership that is bold, compassionate, and committed to the well-being of every individual. Bring it to the runway as the next candidate for UK PM and tell us all 3 pledges/policies that you would bring in to improve the lives of British citizens.
MUSIC CATEGORIES
DJ PUMP THE BEAT | ONE TROPHY, ONE CASH PRIZE OF £500
VJUANAGE: THE VJUAN ALLURE TRIBUTE
The Icon Vjuan Allure could always give us a nasty ass runway beat, from ‘Anarchy’ to ‘Any Bitch Want It’. You must create the ultimate runway beat that uses one or more samples from an existing Vjuan Allure beat. This beat must be a maximum of 2 mins in duration and you must come and present your beat in person wearing a T-shirt or hoodie with the Icon Vjuan Allure on.
COMMENTATOR VS COMMENTATOR | ONE TROPHY
THE QUEEN'S SPEECH
Give us a new chant that must include the word ‘Queen’ for your tens.
BEST HOUSE CHANT | ONE TROPHY
Just bring it!