Performing arts
DANCE- BALLET
To perform a series of rhythmic and highly technical patterned bodily movements usually performed to music using grace and precision.
REQUIREMENTS:
1. The solo performance must not exceed five (5) minutes. (Contestants not adhering to the maximum time requirement are subject to point deduction and/or disqualification.)
2. Costumes are optional, but should be appropriate to the choreography performed.
3. The theme and/or type of the performance must be identified to the judges prior to the presentation. Types include: Classical Ballet, Contemporary Ballet, Neo-classical Ballet, or Story Ballet.
4. The piece must be performed in ballet slippers/flats, or pointe/demi pointe shoes. Bare feet are only acceptable for Contemporary Ballet.
The following criteria will judge contestants:
• Technical Proficiency/Skill (25)
➢ Alignment, strength, endurance, flexibility, coordination
• Clarity and Consistency in Style (25)
• Phrasing/Dynamics/Musicality (25)
• Clarity of Intent/Interpretation of Choreography (25)
DANCE- CONTEMPORARY
To perform a series of rhythmic and technical patterned bodily movements usually performed to music.
REQUIREMENTS:
1. The solo performance must not exceed five (5) minutes. (Contestants not adhering to the maximum time requirement are subject to point deduction and/or disqualification.)
2. Costumes are optional, but should be appropriate to the choreography performed.
3. The theme and the dance form of the performance must be identified to the judges prior to the presentation. Dance forms include: Broadway/Musical Theater, Hip-Hop, Jazz, Lyrical, and Tap.
4. Aerobic exercises, miming, cheerleading and drill team routines may not be used.
Contestants will be judged by the following criteria:
• Technical Proficiency/Skill (25)
➢ Alignment, strength, endurance, flexibility, coordination
• Clarity and Consistency in Style (25)
• Phrasing/Dynamics/Musicality (25)
• Clarity of Intent/Interpretation of Choreography (25)
DANCE- MODERN
To perform a series of rhythmic and patterned bodily movements usually performed to music that focuses on the dancer’s interpretations using their emotions and moods to develop choreography.
REQUIREMENTS:
1. The solo performance must not exceed five (5) minutes. (Contestants not adhering to the maximum time requirement are subject to point deduction and/or disqualification.)
2. Costumes are optional, but should be appropriate to the choreography performed.
3. The theme of the performance must be identified to the judges prior to the presentation.
4. Each performance must derive from Dunham, Graham, Horton, Humphrey, Limon, or other modern techniques.
Contestants will be judged by the following criteria:
• Technical Proficiency/Skill (25)
➢ Alignment, strength, endurance, flexibility, coordination
• Clarity and Consistency in Style (25)
• Phrasing/Dynamics/Musicality (25)
• Clarity of Intent/Interpretation of Choreography (25)
DANCE- TRADITIONAL
To perform a series of rhythmic and patterned bodily movements usually performed to music to reflect the life of the people of a certain region or country.
REQUIREMENTS:
1. The solo performance must not exceed five (5) minutes. (Contestants not adhering to the maximum time requirement are subject to point deduction and/or disqualification.)
2. Costumes are optional, but should be appropriate to the choreography performed.
3. The theme and the dance form (African, Cuban, Afro-Latin, etc.) of the performance must be identified to the judges prior to the presentation.
Contestants will be judged by the following criteria:
• Technical Proficiency/Skill (25)
➢ Alignment, strength, endurance, flexibility, coordination
• Clarity and Consistency in Style (25)
• Phrasing/Dynamics/Musicality (25)
• Clarity of Intent/Interpretation of Choreography (25)
DRAMATIC ARTS- ACTING
The art of staging or acting plays.
REQUIREMENTS:
1. The performance must be a minimum of three (3) minutes and maximum of five (5) minutes. (Contestants not adhering to the minimum and maximum time requirements are subject to point deduction and/or disqualification.)
2. All material must be from a published play. Students should not perform poems, sermons, stand- up routines, or excerpts from movies.
3. The selection must be of literate quality.
4. The material must be memorized.
5. Costumes, makeup, and small/minimal props are optional, but not required.
6. Puppetry, oratory, and forensic pieces may not be used.
7. Monologues from Musical Theatre is permitted, however accompanying songs may not be used as part of the piece.
Contestants will be judged by the following criteria:
· Projection (10)
· Structure (10):
Does the performance have transitions/beats and a clear beginning, middle, climax, and end?
· Memorization (10)
· Movement (10):
Is the blocking clear and does the actor commit to and follow through with his/her movements and gestures?
· Emotional Connection and Honesty (10): Are you really "selling" that you are becoming this character or are you simply "play-acting"?
· Imagination and Creativity (15):
Are you bringing something different to the piece or are you just reciting lines?
· Stage Presence (10)
· Character Work (10)
· Specificity of Acting Choices (10):
Clear pursuit of Actions/Objectives
· Creation of the Space (5)
MUSIC: INSTRUMENTAL- CLASSICAL
The art of performing with a device used to produce music with tones of the late 18th and 19th centuries characterized by an emphasis on balance, clarity, and moderation.
REQUIREMENTS:
1. The musical selection must be one specifically written for solo performances. The performance may be an excerpt and may not exceed five (5) minutes. (Contestants not adhering to the maximum time requirements are subject to point deduction.)
2. Contestants must submit three (3) copies of the sheet music for their performance.
3. If the selection chosen is written with piano accompaniment, it must be performed in that manner.
4. The composition to be performed must be consistent with the nature of the instrument and the level of musical proficiency of the performer.
5. The selection of music and instrument is solely the decision of the contestant.
6. The only instrument provided for the performance will be a piano.
7. Live accompaniment is permitted for this competition.
Contestants will be judged by the following criteria:
• Interpretation, Expression, Tempo, Phrasing, and Historically appropriate style (20)
• Intonation and touch (piano) (20)
• Stage presence, choice of music (20)
• Technique, Articulation, Breathing, Rhythm, Facility and Accuracy (20)
• Tone quality, Beauty, Control, Characteristic timbre (20)
MUSIC: INSTRUMENTAL- CONTEMPORARY
The art of performing with a device used to produce music with the tones of the present.
REQUIREMENTS:
1. The musical selection must be one specifically written for solo performances and may not exceed five (5) minutes. (Contestants not adhering to the maximum time requirement are subject to point deduction.)
2. The selection performed should feature a solo performance. The contestants must provide additional musicians if they are needed for their performance. Contestants can also bring an accompanist.
3. The only instrument provided for performance will be a piano. Contestants must provide additional instruments/equipment as needed.
4. The selection of music and instrument is solely the decision of the contestant.
5. Examples of contemporary music are R&B, Broadway, Jazz, Gospel, Blues, etc.
6. Live accompaniment is permitted for this competition.
Contestants will be judged by the following criteria:
• Effectiveness of style, Improvisation (20)
• Intonation, Touch (piano) (20)
• Stage presence, Choice of music (20)
• Technique, Articulation, Breathing, Tonality, Rhythm, Facility (20)
• Tone quality, Beauty, Control, Characteristic timbre (20)
MUSIC: VOCAL- CLASSICAL
The art of performing with the human voice rhythmic tones or sounds of the late 18th and 19th centuries characterized by an emphasis on balance, clarity, and moderation.
REQUIREMENTS:
1. Only one (1) song is to be performed, and it must not exceed five (5) minutes. (Contestants not adhering to the maximum time requirement are subject to disqualification.)
2. Competitors should not perform to a CD. Contestants can also bring an accompanist.
3. Contestants must submit three (3) copies of their sheet music.
4. The material must be memorized.
5. Costumes are not required.
6. Live accompaniment is permitted for this competition.
7. The only instrument provided for performance will be a piano.
Contestants will be judged by the following criteria:
• Choice of Music (10)
• Diction (25)
➢ Correctness of pronunciation
• Interpretation (10)
➢ Expression
➢ Phrasing
➢ Historically appropriate style
➢ Tempo
• Intonation (10)
• Stage presence (10)
• Technique (10)
➢ Breathing
➢ Posture
➢ Rhythm
➢ Accuracy
• Tone quality (25)
➢ Beauty of sound
➢ Control
MUSIC: VOCAL- CONTEMPORARY
The art of performing with the human voice rhythmic tones or sounds to produce music with the tones of the present.
REQUIREMENTS:
1. Only one (1) song is to be performed, and it must not exceed two and a half (2.5) minutes. (Contestants not adhering to the maximum time requirement are subject to point deduction.)
2. Musical accompaniment must be provided by the contestant either live or using a standard CD. The CD should contain only the instrumental version of the song. Contestants are encouraged to have backup CD.
3. Contestants can also bring an accompanist.
4. The material must be memorized.
5. Costumes are not permitted.
6. Examples of contemporary music are R&B, Broadway, Jazz, R&B, Gospel, Blues, etc.
7. Live accompaniment is permitted for this competition.
8. The only instrument provided for performance will be a piano.
Contestants will be judged by the following criteria:
• Choice of Music (15)
➢ Matched to vocal ability
• Interpretation (20)
➢ Expression, Phrasing, Style
➢ Tempo
➢ Arrangement
• Stage Presence (15)
➢ Comfort on and control of stage, posture
➢ Rapport with audience
• Technique (25)
➢ Breathing
➢ Posture
➢ Rhythm
➢ Accuracy
• Tone Quality (25)
➢ Beauty of sound
➢ Control
➢ Intonation and Diction
ORATORY
The art of effective written, and oral presentation to persuade or inform. (This is not a dramatic presentation.
REQUIREMENTS:
1. Only one (1) speech is to be presented, and it must not exceed five (5) minutes.
2. The selection of the speech is the decision of the contestant; it should be an original piece written by the contestant.
3. The speech is not to be presented as a dramatic presentation.
4. Costumes and props are not permitted.
5. The material must be completely memorized.
Contestants will be judged by the following criteria:
• Delivery (25)
➢ Speech Clarity
➢ Diction
➢ Pronunciation
➢ Enunciation
➢ Gestures
➢ Emphasis
➢ Memorization
➢ Tempo
➢ Time
• Interpretation (25)
➢ Content
➢ Subject Adherence
➢ Theme
➢ Logic and Color
➢ Emotion/Connection
• Platform Presence (25)
➢ Poise
➢ Appeal
➢ Impression
➢ Attitude and Effect
➢ Audience Engagement
• Projection (25)
➢ Voice
➢ Emphasis
➢ Tone
➢ Pitch
➢ Volume
