PERFORMANCE CATEGORY

A performance is a dramatic portrayal of your topic’s significance in history and must be original in production.

Part II, Rules for all Categories, apply to performances.

Rule 1: Time Requirements

Performances may not exceed 10 minutes in length. Timing starts at the beginning of the performance following the announcement of the title and student name(s). Any other introductory remarks will be considered part of the performance and will be counted as part of the overall time. You will be allowed an additional 5 minutes to set up and 5 minutes to remove any props needed for your performance.

NOTE: You should allow several empty seconds in your performance to account for unplanned pauses (e.g. applause, forgotten lines, etc.).

Rule 2: Performance Introduction

The title of your entry and the names of the participants must be the first and only announcements prior to the start of the performance.

Rule 3: Media Devices

Use of slides, tape recorders, computers, or other media within your performance is permitted. You must run all equipment and carry out any special lighting or sound effects.

Rule 4: Script

The script for the performance should not be included with the written material presented to the judges.

Rule 5: Costumes

You may have a costume produced for you, but the design, choice of fabrics, etc. must be your own. Or, you may rent a costume. Remember; simple is best.