SUNY Potsdam Invitational

2008 — NY/US

• Invite

Dramatic Interpretation

Event Description:

1) The speaker shall offer a memorized dramatic presentation.2) The presentation must be from a single published play, single published script, or single fictional or nonfictional work. (Not poetry.) Lines which are attributed to one character in a published play or script may not be attributed to another character in the performance. The author's words as published in the literature may not be altered for the presentation with the exception that cutting is permitted. Material being performed at the tournament must match the student’s original script.3) The presentation should be serious and should have some literary merit. Importantconsideration should be given to the quality of the selection.4) Scenes from musicals are acceptable provided that the singing be limited to a maximum of thirty (30)seconds total within the presentation.5) Single or multiple character cuttings will be allowed. When doing a multiple-characterization the performer should create effective interaction between the characters.6) Although this is primarily a display of vocal ability, body language will play a part in the overall performance, and since it is a drama, more vocal and physical suggestion may be required in order to portray characters, conflict, and story. However, no physical action should be performed that will distract the listeners' attention from the drama being presented. The performance should display another world outside the performance setting.7) No properties or costumes of any kind may be used.8) Time limits: Maximum - 10 minutes, including introductory and transitional material other than the author's words. Material thus used should be limited to one minute. If the speaker goes over a 30 second grace period, that contestant may not be awarded first place. No minimum time.