You can compete using bought or made costumes as this is a performance-only competition.

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Cosplay dance covers will also be allowed in this competition.

 

Sign-up will close on (DATE TBD) at midnight.  You should hear from us by the (DATE TBD) when the contest will take place. If we have reached our contestant capacity, we will notify by email if you did not make it, and if you wish to be on a waitlist.

 

Your skit MUST be pre-recorded and the audio file sent to us prior to the convention. We do not require the file at the time of filling out the form.

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You'll be emailed the deadline prior to the convention. It will be on or before the (DATE TBD) to give staff time to go through and listen to your audio for content approval.

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Your skit content must be suitable to be viewed by all ages. There are absolutely no explicit words allowed on the main stage.

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If you are unsure if your idea falls under our rating guide, please email cosplay@thepenti-con.org to clarify.

 

Your skit must be a maximum of 3 minutes and 30 seconds in length and be MP3 format.

 

Large props and set pieces will be allowed to be used at our event. If you have a large set piece or prop you need to be stored, please let us know and we'll make arrangements for this. These items however need to be able to fit through a standard-size single door so please plan accordingly.

 

Awards available

Best Skit

 

If we get a large number of entrants, we will be adding the following categories:

Best Comedy

Best Drama

Best Musical

 

Judges reserve the right to change categories or award as many or as few awards as they wish.

If you have any questions please feel free to email our cosplay contest coordinator at cosplay@thepenti-con.org and we'll get back to you as soon as we can.