Reign XXXIV
The 34th Reign
It was back to “old school” with our newly elected monarchs.
Both Emperor Pauline and Empress Janelle brought a sense of old school style;
returning to the basics and much needed community outreach. Emperor
Pauline is the 3rd elected female to the College of Monarchs.
Emperor Pauline and Empress Janelle are only one pair of three Latin monarchs to
be elected and reign together. These monarchs were better known for thinking
outside the box, while still keeping with traditions; they set the tone for
change.
Proving to be an old school leader, Touch of Class was held at
Hamburger Mary’s benefiting Denver PFLAG. The show was so HOT it blew the
circuits out! Empress Janelle hosted Snow Ball, The Empress’ Annual Charity
Event, titled Freshwater Fantasies; An Evening of Leather & Rhinestone.
Kicking off the state events for the 34th reign, Empress Janelle was host to
Empress Brittany Morgan, of the Imperial Court De San Diego, who gave a
spectacular performance clad in leather and rhinestone. The evening proved
to be successful for her chosen charities; Chesney-Klienjohn, Sense of Security
and Horizon House. Empress Janelle vowed not to forget our past and those
monarchs that have passed away. She chose a fitting memorial to the Crystal
College of Empress’ by displaying the symbol of their office, their Empress
crowns, in the back of the ballroom during Snow Ball. Following tradition,
Empress Janelle awarded the annual Kinsey Award to Empress Lola of Los Angeles,
better known as Carlos Larrinaga, the owner of CJ’s Leather, in appreciation for
all that Carlos has done to bring success to the ICRME. Empress Janelle vowed
to move ICRME forward with the times, but never to forget where we started.
Emperor Pauline Chavez kicked off her All Boy’s show with a Latin
flare, being proud of our Latin Heritage the show had a Latin Flare about it.
In keeping with Her Majesties promise to invest in our youth and our future the
show benefited Rainbow Alley. The show was dedicated to the memory of
Hank Naccarato, Emperor XIV - The Teddy Bear Emperor, whom Emperor Pauline chose
her title after. King of Hearts - The Search for Davy Jones' Locker; An
Imperial Treasure Untold kicked off with Emperor Pauline making a surprise
entrance from a treasure chest. An incredible night of entertainment was
shared by Regent Emperor XXXII Alan Anderson of The Royal Court of the Golden
Spike Empire of Salt Lake City. The Iron Wolf-White Dove award was awarded
to Hamburger Mary's for their role in helping open new doors to the community.
Prince Royale XXXIV Jon Crenshaw & Princess Royale XXXIV Sophia
DeVille hosted Black Tie Affair; An Evening with the Royales, a benefit
for Colorado AIDS project. This fast paced and exciting evening with over a
dozen past Prince & Princess Royales in attendance proved to be another success
for this reign. They were also host to PR Ball 2008 A Mardi Gras
Celebration; An Evening in the French Quarter.
The 34th Imperial Family served their monarchs proud and
quickly became hard working individuals. Emperor Pauline appointed Prince Royale
34 - Jon “Crunchy” Crenshaw, Grand Duke - Allen Hasket, Czar – Donna Lopez.
Empress Janelle appointed Princess Royale 34 – Sophia DeVille, Grand Duchess –
Sue Anne Michael, Czarina – Tina Stegal
The 34th Reign ended with the 35th
Anniversary Coronation, Beyond Wicked; A Return to OZ. In setting a new
direction for their charities, Emperor Pauline chooses RAAP (Rape Awareness
Assistance Program), having assisted Emperor Pauline earlier in the 34th reign.
While Empress Janelle chose Guillian-Barre Syndrome (GBS), not wanting to forget
our fellow court members who had been afflicted and survived their bout with
GBS; Emperor 25 Tom J & Princess Royale 34 Sophia DeVille.
Sadly, the end of the 34th reign was marked with the passing of two
individuals. Lisa Nawrocki, beloved friend of the community, wife of
Empress 19 Brandi Roberts and King Father to the 34th reign, Emperor 27 Kent
Epperson. Both individuals will be
missed dearly.
As the Return to the Land of OZ drew to an end, the Monarchs
permanent titles were given wisely and wrapped up their tradition of “old
school”. Empress Janelle awarded her permanent title to someone who was no
stranger to the idea of “old school”, The Absolute Essence of the Freshwater
Rose 1st Lady to ALL Empresses for Life, Kandi Montana. Emperor
Pauline bestowed the honor of Imperial Gentlemen and Keeper of the Teddy Bear
Heart to John Locke.
The 35th anniversary coronation weekend also hosted: The
Jose Honors and the International Court Council, presided by Empress Nicole the
Great, Queen Mother of the Americas. Court members from as far as Alaska
and Hawaii were recognized for their journey to the Mile High City, Queen City
of the Plains.
Thus began the 35th reign down the yellow brick road