The Miss Illusion Continental Elite Pageant is a direct prelim to the national pageant which is held during Easter Weekend each year in Chicago in conjunction with the Miss Continental Plus Pageant. It is considered one of the most coveted titles to hold in the art of female impersonation for individuals "40 +". The contest was conceived by Mr. Jim Flint after witnessing the limited avenues available in the industry for "40 + year old" female impersonation. Since it's inception, the Continental Pageantry System has always been known for its fairness and expectation of the best that its contestant have to offer.  As those who have competed can tell you, there are no other systems run at the pace and level of professionalism that is exemplified in the timeliness any Continental pageant/contest. If you have never had the opportunity to be a part of the Continental Family, plan to expect the very best in the art of female impersonation and a competition like you've never seen before.