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Marion Speech Team
Individual Events is the second half speech season. It involves a single performer creating a strong, independent performance.
Three individuals from each school may compete in each event, unless otherwise noted.
Individual Events
“Self-reliance is the only road to true freedom, and being one's own person is its ultimate reward” ~Patricia Sampson
Public Address
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Presentation of someone else’ s speech.
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Convey the author’s word with passion and import.
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Intro must include author and title.
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Notecards up to 50 words allowed.
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8 Minutes
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Acting
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Act out a section from a play or literature (humorous or dramatic).
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May portray more than one character.
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Memorized lines and movement.
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No costumes or make-up.
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8 minutes
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6 entries per contest minus SM entries.
03
Solo Musical Theater
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One song only, no dialogue.
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Must bring pre-recorded music.
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5 minutes
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3 entries per contest - takes from acting allotment
04
Interpretive Prose
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Read interpretively one or more selections of prose, based on a similar theme or aspect.
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May include introductory and transitional wording between selections.
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6 minutes
Interpretive Poetry
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Read interpretively one or more selections of prose, based on a similar theme or aspect.
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May include introductory and transitional wording between selections.
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6 minutes
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06
Literary Program
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Read interpretively at least one prose and one poetry selection based on a common theme.
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Theme must be stated.
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A balance of prose and poetry is best.
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8 minutes
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Spontaneous Speaking
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Speech is generated at contest based on a current event.
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Three topics are drawn, one is chosen.
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An outline is allowed during the speech.
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3 minutes to prepare.
- 5 minutes
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Original Oratory
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A persuasive speech on any topic written by performer.
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Notes or manuscript may be used.
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8 minutes
09
Radio News Announcing
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3-8 students.
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Prepare newscast based on news stories gathered within the school year.
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Videotape taken to contest for judging.
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2 people read news, 1 weather person, 1 sportscaster, camera people. 500 word feature story written by students, and student written commercial.
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12-15 minutes
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1 team per contest
Expository Address
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Present an informative original speech Notes allowed.
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Costuming and audio and/or visual aids allowed if they contribute to the overall purpose.
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6 minutes
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Storytelling
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Retell any story from any source.
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No notes allowed.
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Must sit on a stool the entire performance.
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5 minutes
Solo Improv
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Create and act out a story based on a drawing of a situation and two characters.
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3 minutes preparation time.
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5 minutes
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Reviewing
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Review a book , movie, drama work, music, concert, a movie made for television, or any other form of media.
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Provide Information and critique, not just a plot summary.
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Notes and visuals allowed
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8 minutes
13
After Dinner Speaking
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Present a humorous, informational speech directed to a specific audience.
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Intro must identify audience you’ve chosen.
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Notes allowed - up to 50 words.
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5 minutes