Lighthouse Forensics Snowflake Async
2025 — Online, US
Poetry Interpretation
Event Description:
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Length
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The time limit is ten minutes with a 30-second grace period. If an entry exceeds the grace period, they cannot be ranked 1st. There are no other prescribed penalties for going over the grace period.
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The decision on rankings is at the judges' discretion. Judges must use accurate timing devices.
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Material
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No plays or other dramatic materials may be used.
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A performance piece may come from one or multiple sources. A Poetry piece may consist of one entire poem, a cutting of a single longer poem, or a collection of short poems or cuttings from one source or several sources arranged in a program.
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Performance
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Performances must be from a manuscript (which may be in a folder). Reading from a book or magazine is not permitted.
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Artistic Plagiarism
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Direct imitation of previous performances or video media is prohibited. Artistic plagiarism penalties can range from lowering the ranking to disqualification. Proof of plagiarism must include video evidence and written verification.
Contacts
Cole HarrisonGeneral Info
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