North Catholic Invitational
2025 — Pittsburgh, PA/US
Humorous Interp LIVE
Event Description:
The selection must be primarily humorous in nature. Cuttings from non-published sources are not allowed.
• All selections must be published or commercially available in print, audio, or video form.
• The selection is orally presented from memory to evoke a creative imagined response in the mind of the hearer. Characters should be created primarily by voice control and changes in facial expression. Mood and meaning are to be communicated through the use of the voice, gestures, pantomime, and body movement.
• The interpreter should project the characters and action before him/her in the direction of the audience. No physical action should be performed that will distract the listeners' attention from the drama being presented. Positions other than standing should not be excessive in length or dominate the performance.
The contestant may sing when singing is part of the original scene but singing should not dominate the performance.
All forms of scenery, set, props, consumes, makeup, etc., are prohibited. Using “properties” means manipulating articles of clothing or objects to enhance the performance. Violations will result in disqualification from the tournament.
• The interpreter should maintain offstage focus rather than make eye contact with audience members except in case of direct address, e.g., the Stage Manager in Our Town.
• The interpreter shall give a brief introduction in the material. The purposes of the introduction are to arouse the interest of the audience and to provide the necessary background for full appreciation and understanding of the reading.
• The maximum time limit, including introduction, is ten minutes, NO MINIMUM TIME REQUIREMENT.
• In all individual events, a grace period of thirty (30) seconds over the event is permitted without penalty. If a student is more than thirty (30) seconds over, that student must not be ranked first. Excessive overtime violations should be penalized more harshly.
• Any questions regarding rules infringements should be brought to the attention of the Tabulation Room staff and not the student.