This article describes the features of SmallShow, an application suitable for any event where exhibits are judged for cash prizes and cups and trophies are awarded, such as a flower show.
The application is flexible, based on experience gained from many shows over the past twenty years, including Wilmslow, Fossoway, Englefield and Wiveliscombe. Organisers can tailor the software to suit their show’s specific requirements rather than sticking to a rigid model.
SmallShow
In SmallShow, you can do the following:
- Define classes in which entrants supply exhibits for judging;
- Manage entries by individuals, groups, clubs, schools, etc, using simple eligibility criteria;
- Generate labels to attach to exhibits for anonymous identification when judging takes place;
- Produce a list of exhibits by class to facilitate the laying out of exhibits on tables and stands before judging starts;
- Produce a judging slip for each class upon which the judge can record the winners of that class;
- Record the decisions of the judges and allocate prizes;
- Allow judges not to award prizes in categories in which exhibits do not meet the standards required;
- Produce a list of winners;
- Calculate and accumulate the prize money (or points) for each winner;
- Award cups and trophies in groups of classes and other categories;
- Produce summaries for release to the public and press;
- Generate address labels to send promotional materials to all entrants before next year’s show long before the scheduled date.
Revision date: 25 August 2024