Thunderville Joust
2025 — Idaho Falls, ID/US
After Dinner Speaking
Abbreviation
ADS
Format
Speech
Entry Fee
$8.00
Entry Limit Per School
8
Entry
1 competitors per entry
Event Description:
Time: 7 min. maximum Time signals: not provided Competitors are speaking as if they are a keynote speaker addressing a specific group. The group being addressed (real or fictional) should be identified in the speech introduction. The intent of ADS is to develop a thesis, idea, or observation of some personal or societal importance through the appropriate use of satire, quips and humor. ADS is not intended to be an interpretive event with multiple characters. Material presented must be original. Delivery must be memorized. While humorous quips and jokes are appropriate, they must have purpose and fit the occasion.