University of Lynchburg Snowball Forensics Debate Tournament
2022 — Lynchburg, VA/US
Duo Interpretation
Event Description:
Duo Interpretation (serious or humor)
Regulations: This two-person performance must be from a single published piece of literature. Must have an introduction that gives title and author of the piece and helps audience better understand the piece. Each speaker can present multiple characters.
Eye Contact: Performers may NOT have eye contact with each other (except during introduction), but should focus off stage.
Time: 10 min. maximum (plus 30 second grace)
Movement: May stand behind, swivel from side to side, move around each other, turn around and switch positions; may use "stage area" at front of room, but movement should be purposeful.
Judging Criteria: choice of selection, creativity, interpretation, emotional content, timing, impact, maintenance of focal points, believability, characterization, creativity, gestures, energy level, appearance, and overall impact.
Manuscript: None allowed