KESDA Senior Junior State Tournament
2023 — Georgetown, KY/US
Program Oral Interpretation
Event Description:
PROGRAMMED ORAL INTERPRETATION Senior Division In Programmed Oral Interpretation, the contestant will read from a manuscript a selection of written materials linked by a core theme. Any genre of literature or writing, including non-fiction, may be used. Works may be interwoven with one another. Multiple characters are permissible. An original memorized introduction should adequately introduce the program, providing appropriate background material and information on individual selections. Transitions may be used within the program, but the bulk of the total time limit must be devoted to the selected genres. Though a manuscript is required, the student should aim for freedom from the script. Facial expressions, character voice/s and placement, vocal quality, phrasing, and eye contact are important performance aspects. There is no restriction on movement; blocking is permissible. Please note that students who choose to remain stationary may not be penalized for their choice. Movement should be motivated by the text.
The performance must be in English, though foreign words and phrases may be included. The maximum time for Programmed Oral Interpretation is 10 minutes. There is a 30 second grace period. A contestant who exceeds the time limit must be penalized by a minimum of 1 rank.