Beta Beta Zeta Chapter of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Incorporated held its biennial Debutante Cotillion on December 21, 2023, at Seawell’s. Poise and grace are the words that came to mind when the 2023 Miss Blue Revue Debutantes first appeared before a crowd of parents and guests. The Debutantes wore the conventional white gown and satin gloves, but this affair was far from the traditional event. This Cotillion was different; it was a night filled with celebration and a display of etiquette, community service, and college preparation for high school females.
The attendees were entertained throughout the evening by Mr. Russell Perkins and Mr. Eric Quzack. Rev. Adam China and Mrs. Cindy Lisbon served as the Master and Mistress of Ceremonies. The theme, “Embracing the Extraordinary through Service and Scholarship,” was echoed throughout the program and in the motivational speech provided by Ms. Latorsha Murray, the 11th South Carolina State Director – Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Incorporated. The cotillion highlights the organization’s scholarship and comprehensive educa-
tional program. The chapter awarded more than $9,000 in scholarships. The 2023 Blue Revue participants were Zyon Hammond, Brianna Johnson-Dantzler, Breanah Knight, and Krya McBee.
Zyon Hammond is the only daughter of Mr. Eloit Hammond and Mrs. Menagerie Cann Hammond. Zyon was presented by Mr. Eloit Hammond and escorted by Mr. Micheal Slocum. Zyon is a junior at Airport High School with a 3.5 grade point average and is currently working on her cosmetology license. She attends the Mt. Zion Baptist Church in Blackville. After
graduation, Zyon plans to attend college and major in Elementary Education.
Brianna Johnson-Dantzler is the daughter of Ms. Brittany D. Johnson and Mr. Reggie Dantzler. Brianna was presented by Mr. Renard Williams and escorted by Mr. Nino Brown. Brianna is a junior at Columbia High School with a 3.3 grade point average. She attends First Nazareth Baptist Church in Columbia. After graduation, Brianna plans to attend Claflin University or South Carolina State University and major in Computer Science and Music.
Breanah Knight is the
daughter of Ms. Pearline Major-Knight and the late Mr. Aaron Lee Knight. Breanah was presented by Mr. Brandon Rivers and escorted by Mr. Robert Williams, Jr. She is a senior at C.A. Johnson High School with a 4.1 grade point average and is ranked in the top 10 percent of her class. Breanah is also an active member of Beta Beta Zeta Chapter’s Youth Auxiliary Group. She attends Calvary Holiness Church of God in Cayce. After graduation, Breanah plans to attend the University of South Carolina and major in Biology.
Kyra McBee is the daugh-
ter of Mr. Jerry McBee and Mrs. Lanita Williams-McBee. Kyra was presented by Mr. Hikeem Williams and escorted by Mr. Adrian Harris. She is a senior at A.C. Flora High School and has completed the networking certification program at Heyward Career and Technology Center. Kyra is also an active member of Beta Beta Zeta Chapter’s Youth Auxiliary Group. She attends Calvary Holiness Church of God in Cayce. After graduation, Kyra plans to attend Midlands Technical College and major in Informational Technology.
The climax of the evening was the crowning of the 2023 Miss Blue Revue with the customary jeweled crown and royal blue cape. The crowd was motionless as the announcer read the results, “Third runner- up is Miss Kyra
McBee, second runner-up is Miss Zyon Hammond, and first runner-up is Miss Brianna Johnson-Dantzler.” Miss Bethany Scriven, Miss Blue Revue 2022, relinquished her crown to Miss Breanah Knight, Miss Blue Revue 2023. Applause and cheers filled the room.
Special Awards were given to the contestants. Miss Zyon Hammond received the Most Community Service Hours Award. Miss Breanah Knight received the Most Cooperative and Most Scholastic Award. All contestants received the Most Congeniality Award due to their outstanding personalities.
The 2023 Blue Revue Scholarship Cotillion was made possible by the sorority members, families, friends, the community, and the WJ Keenan High School Army JROTC. In addition, over 100 sponsors, patrons, local businesses, and organizations provided donations towards the scholarship program. The 2023 Blue Revue committee consisted of Mrs. Olivia Ashford Williams serving as the Chairperson, Mrs. Connie Jones as the Co-Chairperson, and 30 committee members and advisors.
Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Incorporated is a non-profit service oriented organization. If there is an interest in becoming a Miss Blue Revue 2025 debutant, contact Beta Beta Zeta Blue Revue Committee at betabetazetachapter20@gmail.com.
