Rich Mountain Speech and Debate Festival

2018 — Elkins, WV/US

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After Dinner Speaking

Event Description:

AFTER DINNER SPEAKING

This must be an original speech to entertain, organized around a central theme and designed to make a serious point through the use of humor.  This is not a stand-up comedy routine, so the speech must not be simply a string of jokes.  In addition, while the use of supporting material is permitted, sources should not be taken so seriously that the speech becomes merely an informative or persuasive speech with jokes attached.  Presentation aids are permitted.  Minimal notes are permitted.  The competitor should not have offered the speech in competition prior to the 2018-19 academic year. Ten minute maximum.