The Vorto Labor Day Classic
2024 — NSDA Campus, US
Storytelling
Abbreviation
STY
Format
Speech
Entry Fee
$5.00
Entry
1 competitors per entry
Event Description:
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Description:
- A single published, printed story, anecdote, tale, myth, or legend must be retold without the use of notes or props. The story can be chosen from any theme or topic area.
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Time:
- The performance must be within a 5-minute limit, with a 30-second grace period. Exceeding the grace period may affect ranking if all judges agree. No minimum time is required, and judges should use accurate timing devices.
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Reuse:
- The student may not use a story that has been previously performed in any tournaments.
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Delivery and Presentation:
- The story must be delivered extempore, not read from a book or script. Performances may be standing or seated. If seated, the chair may be positioned as desired, but:
- All legs of the chair must remain stationary during the performance.
- Competitors must not kneel or stand on the chair.
- Gestures, pantomime, and characterization may be used but should be restrained, with the main focus on the narrative.
- The retelling must stay true to the original story without adding original material or making significant changes.
- The story must be delivered extempore, not read from a book or script. Performances may be standing or seated. If seated, the chair may be positioned as desired, but: