Humorous Interpretation uses any published selection, either
prose, poetry, or dramatic literature, with literary merit and appropriate to
the reader (Published means the speech has an ISBN # or Library of Congress #).
The cutting should amuse, give enjoyment, or create laughter.
Rules - Selection:
The
selection shall not have been taken from record or tape.
A copy
of the script must be filed with the Contest Manager before each contest.
Updated
copies of the script must be submitted at Subsection, Section, and State
levels.
At the
State Contest, the student must submit a copy of the script to the Room
Manager in the first round.
Rules - Performance:
The
student should be judged on ability to get and give meaning through the
use of vocal and bodily expression.
Poise,
vocal and physical delivery, and appropriateness of the selection to the
interpreter should be considered.
The
use of gestures is optional.
The
use of a script is optional, provided it is not used as a prop.
THE
MAXIMUM TIME OF PRESENTATION, INCLUDING THE REQUIRED INTRODUCTION, IS
EIGHT (8) MINUTES.