Mr. PG crowned Friday
Every year, 12 handsome hopefuls vie for the coveted title of Mr. Prince George.
The 2012 contestants come from all walks of life with a variety of talents and fundraising skills. The theme for this year’s gala show is Puttin’ on the Ritz.
“They will be doing a group dance to this song and then they do a couple of other numbers,” said Mardi Gras Snow Daze executive director Marian Axelson. Dance choreographer is Jana Phillips.
When the music dies down, contestants will be modelling clothes from Sport Mart – then it’s on to the “crowd favourite” talent portion of the competition which is always full of surprises and lots of laughter. The highlight of the evening is auctioning off the males (along with their auction package of gifts and certificates from local merchants) to the highest bidder.
The winner of the competition is crowned with a top hat and given gifts from local merchants as well as a signet ring designed by Seth Tobin Jewelers. Runner Up and Mr. Congeniality receive a gift bag, and all contestants get a “token” gift bag.
This year’s contestants are: Mr. January, Levon Iley; Mr. February, Jackson Bigelow; Mr. March, Norm Schneider; Mr. April, Aaron Saarikko; Mr. May, Jonathon McMillan; Mr. June, Josh Angus; Mr. July, JT Blanchett; Mr. August, Soper; Mr. September, Philip Block; Mr. October, Chris Dunford; Mr. November, Norm Linton; and Mr. December, Shane Laughran.
The half time show will feature a belly dancer from Zahara Belly Dancers. Wil Fundal and Joel Kress will also be entertaining the crowd.
The Mr. P.G. Competition takes place at the Ramada Hotel on Friday, Feb. 3. Doors open at p.m. Show starts at 7 p.m. tickets are $30, available at Mardi Gras Snow Daze offices or from the contestants.
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