McMurdo's Next Top Model

-None of these photos (nor video) are mine. They were taken by different community members who I would like to say Thank you too.

If you've never watched America's Next Top Model, you should. This Winter's Fashion Show Theme was based on that. The Fashions were new items from the vessel, the modes McMurdians, and the challenge, not being too intoxicated that they fall off the stage. What fun!

There was a runway, lights in a myriad of colors, swag bags that consisted of model size snakes (3 cheese puffs) and other such goodies, while the paparazzi mingled among the crowds waiting for the stars to arrive. People munched on specialty small hors d'oeuvres, sipped donated wine and generally looked forward to the hype of the event. A red carpet led up the stairs to the entry of the show and at 8pm the doors were thrown open and the audience flooded in.

So I was backstage crew, one of two, making sure the models took to the runway at their cue, where in the right order, and dressed with the correct piece. Some nervous models almost puked, while others begged to be last or even began to edge away from the curtain as their time came. I would have thought them unprofessional if I had not been laughing so hard, or so busy chasing after them as they dodged behind the condiment line. Once they were tackled, arranged, fluffed and assured of their general good looks, I give them a friendly shove and make them walk the plank-I mean runway. It was fun, being involved behind the scenes. In total there were 24 models, and 6 finalists who battled it out in the. They all died on stage, having wanted it so bad they killed each other, while the judges looked on and audience members tried not to giggles as hair was pulled, tutus were grabbed and glasses knocked off noses. In the end, it was the unknown model JohnTo, who early had bribed the judges who won.

I always marvel at the things I get a chance to do, and how they tie into a story that I'm writing. Working the fashion show, being a dish washer, all these roles tie into pieces of fiction that perhaps some day I'll write. But I digress . . . .

The Pre-Show Social -----

All 24 Models

The Photographers

The top 6 Models

Keri the whole brains behind the Operation (Left)

Yummy Goodness!

Let the Show Begin ----

The Runway

Work it Travis!

The Judges

Only watch the first 2 minutes (the rest is blank)

The Final Walk Off ---

The show lasted about an hour, with an after party at the Bar, and everyone, including the losers were in good spirits. It was an event not to be missed, and I'm glad I didn't.