Solo Acting


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	The material should be a cutting from serious or humorous drama or other literature adapted to the dramatic format with brief narrative transitions allowed. Original material may not be used. The material can be a monologue or a selection which includes any number of characters. Quality of material is characterized by insights into human values, motivations, relationships, problems, and understandings and is not characterized by sentimentality, violence, unmotivated endings, or stereotyped characterizations. An introduction should include author(s) and selection(s) and prepares the listener for the emotional and intellectual content of the selection. Rules: 1) An introduction to the chosen selection is required and must be either memorized or presented extemporaneously without the use of notes. 2) The presentation is to be memorized. 3) The use of a single stationary chair is allowed. 4) Costumes, props, sound, lighting, and make-up are not allowed. Vocal music must be incidental and consist of no more than 30 seconds. 5) Maximum time limit is 8 minuets. A 30 second grace period is allowed. Here are some tips.