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• 1️⃣ Eligibility
• Must be 18+ years of age
• Only 10 Spotlight openings based on availability, there will be a $50 registration fee 
• All experience levels welcome
• Solo performers only
   

• Maximum performance time: 6 minutes
• Talent must be live or performance-based (lip sync, comedy, live singing, dance, magic, spoken word, etc.)
• No dangerous acts (fire, weapons, live animals, etc.)
• Music must be submitted 48 hours in advance
   

• Contestants must check in 30 minutes before showtime
• The contestant and one designated dresser/backstage assistant included in registration
• Be fully performance-ready upon arrival
• Respect fellow contestants, judges, venue staff, and audience
• Any disruptive or inappropriate behavior may result in disqualification
   

             Performances will be judged on:

• Talent / Skill
• Stage Presence
• Originality
• Audience Engagement
• Overall Impact 

             Scores from judges are final.

• Paid audience member receive one vote; Audience votes count for 10% of final score
   

Winner receives $250 Cash, $150 in Bookings & Star Search Signature Trophy &  Quene B Beauty Bundle ($160 value)

ADDITIONS TO PRIZES (added on Thursday, March 19, 2026): 

• 2nd place $75 Cash and $50 in Bookings
• 3rd place $25 Cash and $50 in Bookings

• The One to Watch Award (Non-Placement) $25 Cash
• Fan Favorite (Non-Placement) $25 Cash
• Most Creative & Original Drag Artist (Non-Placement) $25 Cash
• Judge’s Choice (Non-Placement) $25 Cash
• Buff’s Showstopper (Non-Placement) $25 Booking Opportunity

Note: Non-Placement Awards go to individuals who did not receive the Top 3 placements or another non-placement award. All cash payments will be made via CashApp.
 

By participating, contestants agree to:

• Photography and video recording
• Promotional use by event host/producer
   

• This is a supportive and celebratory environment
• Bring your A-game, your personality, and your star power
• Remember: this is entertainment — remember to have fun!

IMPORTANT: This is a celebratory and inclusive event. Performances may not include full nudity, explicit sexual content, graphic vulgarity, or any racist, sexist, anti-LGBTQ or discriminatory language or actions.

We celebrate bold creativity — not harm or hate. Violations may result in immediate disqualification.  We reserve the right to stop or disqualify any act that violates these standards.