KESDA Senior Junior State Tournament
2023 — Georgetown, KY/US
Junior Prose
Event Description:
PROSE INTERPRETATION Junior and Senior Division
In Prose Interpretation the contestant will read a selection from a manuscript using effective oral interpretation techniques, including facial expressions, character placement, eye contact, and vocal variety. Ideally, good literary value and effective writing techniques should be evident in the selection. Plays are not eligible as prose selections.
The selection may be cut to fit the time constraints of the event. If multiple sections are used, the student may need to write very brief transitions. The cutting must be a self-contained unit and should remain true to the author’s intent. An original memorized introduction should reveal the author and title, set the mood, and provide any necessary background information.
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.
Unpublished works are not eligible for use in competition. The performance must be in English, though foreign words and phrases may be included. The maximum time for Prose 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.