University of Lynchburg Snowball Forensics Debate Tournament
2022 — Lynchburg, VA/US
Storytelling
Abbreviation
Story
Format
Speech
Entry Fee
$10.00
Entry
1 competitors per entry
Event Description:
Storytelling
Regulations: Contestant will present a fully memorized children’s story without costume or props. Contestant must assume audience consists of a group of children. Must have an introduction that gives title and author of the piece.
Time: 10 min. maximum (plus 30 second grace)
Movement: bold gestures are encouraged; movement allowed in "stage area" at front of room, but should be purposeful.
Judging Criteria: choice of selection, interpretation, pronunciation, timing, enunciation, eye contact, posture, gestures, voice, poise, appearance, energy level, vocal and facial expressions, appeal to children, characterization, and impact of message/performance