Saints Classic XXVII
2025 — Ridgeland, MS/US
Duet Acting
Event Description:
DUET ACTING
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Selections shall be cuttings from a single source such as a single novel, short story, play, poem, or screenplay. No contestant may use the same piece of literature that he or she used in previous competitive seasons.
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The material may be humorous, dramatic, or a combination of the two.
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Each performer may play one or more characters so long as the performance responsibility in the cutting remains as balanced as possible.
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The selection shall require no more than ten minutes. There is a 30-second grace period. Students who exceed the time limit by more than 30 seconds should not be given first place in the panel. There is no official time limit.
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The interpretation must be delivered from memory; no notes, prompting or scripts shall be permitted. No costumes or props shall be permitted. During the performance, on-stage focus (meaning contestants MAY look directly at each other) may and/or should be employed by both contestants. Contestants are encouraged to touch and make eye contact during any part of the performance.
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Two chairs will be allowed for use as props or to facilitate blocking and to create levels, atmosphere, and environment.