Junior Kadooment 2023 Rules & Registration

 

                                                                                                    

 

 

 JUNior kadooment

RULES AND REGULATIONS 2023

 

1. OBJECTIVES

 

1. To encourage research into the historical and contemporary aspects of our culture.
2. To provide a meaningful outlet for the creative energy of artists, art teachers, art students and individuals in costume design and construction.
3. To create a gala event, geared towards providing entertainment for the family and the general public alike.
4. To encourage participation of the youth in Costume/Mas’ thus creating a nursery for the adult Grand Kadooment.

 

2. ELIGIBILITY

 

1. Junior Kadooment is an event dedicated to the participation and enjoyment of pre-school and school children (3-18) years of age.
2. A Band shall comprise no less than fifty (50) members.
3. A Section must constitute a minimum of twenty-five (25) persons.
4. A Band is allowed to portray one (1) individual and one (1) couple per section [and the points for the best three (3) will be allocated.
5. A Band shall be allowed to portray one (1) King and/or one (1) Queen Costume per competing band.                          

 

3. REGISTRATION

 

1. Bandleaders desirous of entering in the competition shall register each Crop Over Season, by completing the appropriate form which can be collected from the office of the NCF, West Terrace, St. James or Online Registration Form available on the NCF website http://www.ncf.bb. Bandleaders must read, complete and sign the NCF-approved registration form and deliver the same to the NCF.

 

1. Registration Forms shall be submitted no later than April 28, 2023.  A synopsis of the band shall be lodged with the NCF, West Terrace, St. James upon registration.

 

2. The Bandleader or their duly appointed representative shall assemble at the NCF on Monday, June 19, 2023 at 5:30 p.m. to participate in the draw to determine the position they will appear in the parade.

 

3. In the event that a Bandleader or their duly appointed representative is not present at the time of the draw, the Band shall be allocated the final place remaining after the others have made their selection.

 

4. In the event that more than one Bandleader is absent from the draw then the NCF shall determine their appearance on stage by making a draw for those Bands from the positions remaining in alphabetical order, based on the name of the Band.

 

2.   Full descriptions of Bands must be submitted to the NCF before June 28, 2023.  No amendments will be allowed after the stated date and time. Failure to meet this deadline may result in the band parading without the description being read.

 

3. Bandleaders must submit descriptions of a maximum of three (3) 8.5×11 pages in a Bookman Old Style Font Size 14 Single Space. Descriptions submitted that surpass this requirement will not be accepted. The NCF reserves the right to edit and or omit any description which is deemed non-factual or in poor taste.

 

4. Bandleaders must submit Music for the parade in electronic format (CD, flash drive or sent in mp3 format) no later than 3:00 p.m. on Wednesday July 5^th.  Failure to meet this deadline may result in their band parading with music provided by the DJ. The NCF strongly urges that the music submitted should be age appropriate and should not contain profanity, suggestive or lewd lyrics. The NCF reserves the right to withdraw any music which is deemed inappropriate. 

 

 

4. RULES & REGULATIONS

 

 

 

1. The competitors shall agree to appear at the judging of Junior Kadooment Bands at the National Botanical Gardens on Saturday, July 15, 2023, and to perform in accordance with these rules. Competitors shall also obey and comply with all instructions given by authorised (NCF) officials while participating in the event.

 

2. All competing Bands inclusive of Kings & Queens, Individuals, Couples, shall assemble at the assembly point.

 

 

4. All Bands must sign in their arrival time with the appointed NCF Official.

 

5. Late arrival of costumed revellers may result in the Band’s forfeiture of its position and shall result in a fine of $250.00 to the Bandleader.

 

6. Each Band shall present its banner when parading in front of the judges, clearly identifying the position drawn inscribed in the upper left hand corner of the banner. The banner shall also include the name of the Band, Bandleader/ Designer clearly visible. 

 

7. All Bands shall parade and make their presentations in the designated area. Bandleaders are encouraged to keep their bands in an organised formation on entering onto the designated presentation area and should remain in full formation until they have exited the Presentation area. Bands will exit the Presentation area and return to the Eastern Gate.

 

8. Bands with 50 – 150 masqueraders shall be restricted to a maximum of eight (8) minutes to make their presentations. Bands with 151 masqueraders and over shall be restricted to (12) minutes to make their presentations.

 

9. The timing of the Band shall commence from the moment the first masquerader enters the marked presentation area and ends when the last masquerader exits the marked presentation area.

 

1. A violation of Rule (4i) may result in a one (1) point deduction for every minute or part thereof over the respective time limit from the Band’s overall score. Where a violation occurs, the designated NCF Officer shall at the end of the presentation inform the Bandleader or his/her representative verbally and then in writing within forty-eight (48) hours after the occurrence.

 

10. Each Bandleader shall ensure that adults accompanying their Band supervise and monitor the children assigned to them until collected by the relevant parent, guardian or any other authorised person. 

 

11. Passes will be issued to Band supervisory staff for the purpose of entry to the event; one (1) adult pass will be issued per every ten (10) children in each Band prior to the event.  Each Bandleader is required to submit to the NCF an accurate number of children in their band. Additionally, a maximum of five (5) passes will be issued for each band’s Technical/Production Staff on request by bandleaders.

 

Design

 

12. Costumes/designs must be original and shall not have been entered in any previous competition locally or internationally. All bandleaders are encouraged to utilize Barbadian and Caribbean themes as they relate to Barbadian and Caribbean culture and history. Persons alleging plagiarism must produce evidence to support their claim.  

 

13. All costumes shall be presented in a finished form. Costumes not meeting the required standard may be disqualified. The decision to disqualify or effect a reduction of points shall be at the discretion of the Chief Judge following consultation with judging panel.

 

14. While parading, any costume that suffers major structural disintegration on stage may be disqualified. The determination of said “major structural disintegration” shall be at the discretion of the Chief Judge following consultation with the judging panel.

 

15. A maximum of two (2) functional wheels shall be allowed per costume, such being no more than 4 inches in diameter.

 

16. The majority of the mass of any costume entered in this competition must be carried / worn by the competitor.

 

17. To be eligible for any award the entry must accumulate no less than fifty percent of the total points assigned to the category. The judges reserve the right not to award any prize if the entry does not merit an award.

 

18. During any presentation or performance, the individual performer or Band shall NOT make any gesture or mime likely to offend the generally accepted standard of good taste or engage in any behaviour that may be deemed to be morally offensive or vulgar.  Such performer(s) may be barred from further participation with the band by their Bandleader or representative following consultation with the assigned marshal.  Bandleaders whose band members are in breach of this regulation will be fined $250.00.

 

5. 2023 JUNIOR KADOOMENT SUBVENTION

 

1. A subvention of five thousand dollars ($5000.00) shall be provided to each eligible Band participating in the Event. The provision of a subvention by the National Cultural Foundation to bandleaders and their bands is intended to assist with the start-up cost and development of their Junior Kadooment costumed bands. The subvention will be paid to Bandleaders in two equal portions of $2500.00.

 

1. A first payment during the week ending May 8, 2023.

 

2. The final payment no later than the week ending August 25, 2023. Bands must have submitted their registration by the indicated deadline to be considered for payment of subvention.

 

2. Bands will be eligible for subvention having met the criteria below:

 

1. The Bands shall have participated in Junior Kadooment for the last two (2) consecutive years prior to the current year (2018 and 2019).

 

2. Bandleaders or their representatives shall attend all NCF-hosted Bandleader’s workshops/seminars within the year of participation, for eligibility for funding.

 

 

3. Subvention will be paid to Bands having met the minimum requirement of fifty (50) costumed members presented at the designated venue for judging.

 

 

3. In the event of ineligibility for subvention by virtue of not having the number of costumed members required, the bandleader shall be required to remit to the NCF any monies previously advanced as a portion of subvention for that year. The NCF reserves the right to apply any monies due to the Bandleader to the repayment of monies due to the NCF.

 

4. Failure by bandleaders and their bands to comply with the rules, guidelines and regulations governing the Junior Kadooment costumed competition may result in the forfeiture of the subvention. Exceptions will only be made in the event of force majeure.

 

 

6.  ARBITRATION

 

1. Prior to the deadline for submission of Entry Forms, the NCF shall appoint an Arbiter to decide and adjudicate on any appeals, complaints and matters in dispute or requiring clarification arising from these Rules.

 

2. All complaints related to the competition must be submitted in writing, to the Arbiter, in a sealed envelope within four (4) business days addressed as follows:

         The Arbiter 

National Cultural Foundation 

West Terrace 

St. James 

 

ALL DECISIONS MADE BY THE ARBITER SHALL BE BINDING UPON THE PARTIES.

 

 

7. PRIZES CAN BE AWARDED IN THE FOLLOWING AREAS

 

         CATEGORIES – 1^st, 2^nd and 3^rd prize.

 

1. Historical – A costumed band depicting as its main theme any factual or documented event or era from the beginning of time.

 

2. Topical – A costumed band depicting current events, activities and opinions.

 

3. Fantasy – A costumed band whose central theme and portrayal is based on the imaginative or dream world.

 

4. Environmental – A costumed band promoting an environment theme and/or utilizing recycled or natural materials.               

 

5. Folklore – A costumed band representative of the folk traditions of the Caribbean region.

 

6. Individuals

  Age Group 

(3-7) (1^st, 2^nd, 3^rd prizes)

(8-12) (1^st, 2^nd, 3^rd prizes)

(13-18) (1^st, 2^nd, 3^rd prizes)

 

7. Couples

  Age Group 

(3-7) (1^st, 2^nd, 3^rd prizes)

(8-12) (1^st, 2^nd, 3^rd prizes)

(13-18) (1^st, 2^nd, 3^rd prizes)

 

8. Best Couple (1^st prize)

 

9. Junior King and Queen (1^st, 2^nd, 3^rd prizes)

 

10. Junior Flag Person (1^st, 2^nd, 3^rd prizes)

 The individual making the most impressive and spectacular use of the flag in relation to the band and scoring the highest points based on the criteria for Presentation.

 

 

8. SPECIAL PRIZES

 

1. Most Colourful Band (1^st prize) – The most successful selection and use of colours in a band for maximum visual impact.

 

2. Best School Band (1^st 2^nd, 3^rd prizes) – The most successful execution of a costumed band produced by a primary or secondary school when judged on the above categories and criteria. Such bands will also be eligible to compete in, and win prizes in other categories.

 

3. Community Band Prize (1^st, 2^nd, 3^rd prizes) – A costumed band produced by an established youth or community group or by a group registered with the Barbados Youth Council, Youth Affairs Department or Community Development Department.

 

4. Best Junior Band (1^st prize) – The Band gaining the most points when judged in Rule 9 Criteria, and the points allocated to the Junior King, Junior Queen and Flag Person as well as the accumulated average score of Individuals and Couples judged.

 

5. Junior Queen of the Band– (Contestant) This prize will be awarded to the contestant who portrays the winning Junior Queen Costume.

 

6. Junior King of the Band- (Contestant) This prize will be awarded to the contestant who portrays the winning Junior King Costume.

 

7. HIV/AIDS AWARD (1^st prize) – A participating band or individual costume, which most effectively highlights the awareness of HIV/AIDS through its portrayal.

 

8. BARBADOS MANUFACTURERS ASSOCIATION – BRANDS OF BARBADOS This award is offered to a band which best depicts aspects of Barbados’ culture. 

 

9. Robert Weekes Award –Best Festival Designer Junior Kadooment. The designer who best conceptualizes and presents the design, choice of materials, structure, decorative aspects in the individual costumes and costumed bands and scores the most points in the categories below. This prize will be judged in the Junior Competition.

     Originality               25 points 

     Visual Impact  15 points  

 Craftsmanship     20  points 

 TOTAL   60 points 

9. CRITERIA

The following criteria will be applied in evaluating and scoring the points for bands and individual costumes.

 

1. Portrayal – 25 Points/percent – The representation which depicts a theme in a costume band.

 

2. Craftsmanship- 20 Points/percent – The level of skill shown in the creation and construction of the costume used in portrayal.

 

3. Presentation-15 Points/percent – The impact of stage presentation by costume bearer(s), including use of the stage, execution, technique, management of movement, interpretation of theme.

 

4. Originality – 25 Points/percent – Inventiveness in the use of materials and portrayal of concept and uniqueness in the presentation of theme.

 

5. Visual Impact – 15 Points/percent – The effective use of design, presentation and colour coordination of bands.

 

10.     PROMOTION

By entering the competition, the Bandleader has consented to the use of the band’s images or likeness of their masqueraders parading on Junior Kadooment, for the promotion of the Competition and Crop Over in general.

11. Failure to adhere to the rules and regulations of the competition or to obey any reasonable instructions of any authorized NCF official may result in disqualification of the participant or band.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

        

 

 

JUNior kadooment PRIZES 2023

The winners of this competition shall be awarded according to each category as follows:

 

Historical, Fantasy, Topical, Folklore, Environmental:

 

PRIZES PER CATEGORY                            

1^st prize $2,500.00

2^nd prize $2,000.00

3^rd prize $1,500.00

 

BEST SCHOOL BAND   

1^st prize $2,000.00

2^nd prize $1,500.00

3^rd prize $1,000.00

 

BEST COMMUNITY BAND

1^st prize $2,000.00

2^nd prize $1,500.00

3^rd prize $1,000.00    

MOST COLOURFUL BAND $2,500.00

 

BEST JUNIOR BAND 

1^st prize $4,000.00 

 

JUNIOR FLAG PERSON

1^st prize  $500.00

2^nd prize  $300.00

3^rd prize  $200.00

 

INDIVIDUALS

Age Group (3-7) 

1^st prize $1,500.00

2^nd prize $1,000.00

3^rd prize $900.00

 

Age Group (8-12)

1^st prize $1,500.00

2^nd prize $1,200.00

3^rd prize           $1,000.00

 

 AGE GROUP (13-18)

1^st prize $1,800.00

2^nd prize $1,500.00

3^rd prize $1,200.00

 

 

COUPLES

All Age Groups (3-7), (8-12), (13-18)

1^st prize  $1,200.00

2^nd prize $1,000.00

3^rd prize $ 900.00

 

BEST COUPLE $1,500.00

 

 

JUNIOR QUEEN AND KING (Band)

1^st prize $2,000.00 

2^nd prize $1,500.00

3^rd prize $1,000.00

 

 

HIV/AIDS AWARD $1,000.00

 

BMA – BRANDS OF BARBADOS AWARD

Trophy

 

 

 

BEST FESTIVAL DESIGNER- Junior Kadooment 

The Robert Weekes Award .

1^st prize                              $20,000.00