Oddball Outing

2023 — Online, WA/US

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SPontaneous Oral Interpretation

Event Description:

• Spontaneous Oral Interpretation tests the competitor’s ability to read and interpret a literary text in a brief amount of time.
• The contestant has 6 minutes to prepare and interpret a selection of literature. Contestants must read the entire selection as presented. The selection may be presented with an original, extemporized introduction. Competitors may not write presentation notes. The manuscript, whether printed or on a device, must be held in hand. Gestures are permitted. The mechanics of speech must be observed faithfully – poise, quality and use of voice, reading fluidity, vocal emphasis, variety and enunciation. In addition, the contestant must strive to interpret the full meaning of the text and be able to carry the interpretation over to the audience.
• Contestants may use the time as they wish. If the speaker goes over a 30 second grace period the contestant may not be awarded first place in the round. No minimum time limit. Prep time must be included in the recording.