Knights Joust
2025 — Highland, UT/US
Async Declamation
Abbreviation
A-DEC
Format
Speech
Entry Fee
$4.00
Entry
1 competitors per entry
Event Description:
A declamation competition involves contestants reciting a prepared speech from memory to an audience, focusing on vocal variety and conveying the message with passion and confidence. Unlike a simple recitation, the goal is not to mimic the original speaker but to deliver the speech's message in an original and engaging way, though some events may allow for props or costumes. Competitions often have time limits, requiring contestants to edit and shorten their chosen text to fit the requirements.
POINTS:
30 = A
28-29 = B
26-27 = C
25 = D