CATEGORIES:
There are two categories for the Cascadia JCL Costume Contest:
I) Mythological Characters
In keeping with the NJCL selections, the Cascadia JCL characters for 2021 are:
Individual: Camilla or Patroclus
Pair: Cloelia & Horatius Cocles
II) Most Authentic Classical Dress
Make and wear a costume depicting a Greek or Roman from any walk of life.
GUIDELINES:
You are encouraged to hand-make your own costume. You may have help.
Record yourself on video wearing your costume as you speak about it. Explain how it relates to the character or person you chose Explain any props. You must demonstrate knowledge of Roman and/or Greek clothing styles and a broad knowledge of the character portrayed.
Submit your video entry to cjclcostume@gmail.com between January 31, 2021, and midnight of March 12, 2021. Include your full name, convention ID (if known), delegation, grade, and character. Pairs should send a single video with information for both contestants included in the email.
Note: Your video may become part of the visual archive of the convention. If you or your parents would prefer not for this to happen, please say so as part of your presentation.
JUDGING:
Judging will be based on your use of materials to make your costume and props. You will not be judged on your oral presentation.
| CATEGORY | POINTS |
| Authenticity | 50 |
| Attractiveness | 15 |
| Craftsmanship | 20 |
| Creativity of Intepretation | 5 |
| Overall Effectiveness | 10 |
| TOTAL POINTS | 100 |
LEVELS:
Costume Contest awards will be given in the following divisions (subject to change). Couples are entered at the grade level of the higher-level entrant.
Category I—Mythological Costumes:
Grades 4-5, Female Grades 4-5, Male Grades 4-5, Couples
Grades 6-7, Female Grades 6-7, Male Grades 6-7, Couples
Grades 8-9, Female Grades 8-9, Male Grades 8-9, Couples
Grades 10-12, Female Grades 10-12, Male Grades 10-12, Couples
Category II—Most Authentic Roman Dress:
Grades 4-5, Female Grades 4-5, Male
Grades 6-7, Female Grades 6-7, Male
Grades 8-9, Female Grades 8-9, Male
Grades 10-12, Female Grades 10-12, Male
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