Mr. Mature America Pageant to Feature Senior Arts Exhibit

Ocean City, NJ -- The third annual Mr. Mature America Pageant is set for March 12 at the Ocean City Music Pier. The Pageant celebrates the relevance of men 55 years or older, and is the only event of its kind in the United States, according to Ocean City Public Relations Director Mark Soifer.

This year’s pageant features a Senior’s Art Exhibit presented by the Ocean City Arts Center and Ocean City Fine Arts League, for the first time.

Outstanding senior artists will display their work at the entrance to the Solarium of the Pier. Pageant attendees will be able to view the work before and after the pageant, which begins at 7 p.m.

It begins with a rousing and humorous dance routine choreographed by Jessica Albertson. All contestants participate in this crowd pleaser that sets an entertaining tone for the evening. Contestants then compete in talent, poise and interview segments.

Tickets are $10. To enter the pageant or purchase tickets, call 609-399-6111, email msoifer@hotmail.com or visit the Welcome Center at City Hall, 9th Street entrance.