KESDA Senior Junior State Tournament
2023 — Georgetown, KY/US
Junior Dramatic Interpretation
Event Description:
Dramatic Interpretation
Junior and Senior Division
Dramatic Interpretation requires the contestant to present a scene with one or more characters from a published play, novel, short story, or screenplay using oral interpretation techniques.
The cutting can be one scene or a selection of scenes linked by brief transitions as necessary to aid flow. The scene as cut and performed by the contestant must adhere to the original intent of the author.
A manuscript should not be used for performance. The presentation should be memorized.
An original introduction must be included either before the performance or following a short “teaser.” It should state the author and title and provide whatever background information necessary for the audience to follow the action.
This is not an acting event. Bending, stooping, and turning are permissible. A student should not be penalized for minor movement.
Characters should be distinguished through varying vocal technique, physical stance, posture, facial expression, and gestures.
Unpublished works are not eligible for competition.
The performance must be in English, though foreign words and phrases may be included.
The competing student and/or school is responsible for securing permission and/or paying royalties to perform the work.
The maximum time limit for Dramatic 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.