Fanime Con 2010 Gong Show! Rules
The goal of this contest is simple: the most uniquely terrible, yet entertaining, karaoke performances. You'll have to try extra hard to earn that coveted Gong! Anything goes... short of disrespectful, inappropriate, or destructive behavior, of course. You must adhere to convention rules at all times. Both individual and group entries are allowed. Although we use the term loosely, awards will be given out for particularly special de-merits, with a "Worst of Show" offered to the contestant who creates the perfect blend of horror. But be warned - do you have what it takes to be truly awful?
The contest will take place Sunday night starting at 10 PM. To sign up for this contest, come to the Karaoke room (Ballroom C SJCC) any time starting on Friday. You can bring your own music, or choose a song from our song library (http://www.anime-karaoke.com/songLists.php).
Contestants are strongly advised that they will be laughed at by the audience and subject to scathing judge commentary. Thick skin, a good sense of humor, and a strong sense of self-parody are all highly recommended for this event. If your feelings are easily hurt, you should not sign up for this event.
How It Works
Contestants will compete in single or group karaoke acts with the aim of being both unique and absolutely awful. They will be allowed to perform for at least 30 seconds. After that, when the judges can take no more, the gong may be struck and the contestant escorted off the stage. (Although the gong is employed to end the act in question, unlike the TV version, Gong Show prizes are not awarded specifically for staying onstage.)
Judging
Contestants are encouraged to be creative, unique, and absolutely awful - they should not only satirize the act of singing itself, but do so in a manner which is interesting enough to prevent their being gonged. This includes, but is not limited to, costumes, dances, group configurations, horrifying vocals, general concept, etc.
Prizes
Awards will be given for Worst of Show, Worst Vocal Performance, and anything else the Judges may deem (un)deserving.
Restrictions
Contestants may not behave in any inappropriate manner that otherwise violates Fanime Con conduct policies, including (but not limited to) the following: nudity, inappropriate costumes, weapons, etc.
Contestant must stop performing when the fateful gong has been delivered. If they dare, they can stay on stage and face the commentary from the judges.
Will Tommy be there?
It's not the Gong Show without Tommy... <3
~Duk
Hint:
Obnoxious singing is good for you =3
Quote from: SunshineDuk on April 25, 2010, 01:39:17 PM
Will Tommy be there?
It's not the Gong Show without Tommy... <3
~Duk
Tommy will be running it personally.
your signature is really fitting for this thread, gale.
Quote from: Xepherian on April 27, 2010, 12:44:44 PM
your signature is really fitting for this thread, gale.
THIS IS KARAOKE!
=3 We need to find a way to defend ourselves from being bagged by the judges!~