Dramatic Performance

Theatre Interpretation (or Dramatic Performance) is the collection of four speech events: Humorous Interpretation, Dramatic Interpretation, Duo Interpretation, and Program Oral Interpretation.

Within all events the competitor presents a piece of literature or published media up to but not exceeding ten minutes of length. Explore the dropdowns below to learn more about each event.

Dramatic Interpretation

DI is a speech in which one person performs a dramatic scene acting as multiple characters.

The example above is Abigail Stewart performing, "The Property Known as Garland"

Humorous Interpretation

HI is a speech in which one person performs a humorous scene acting as multiple characters.

The example above is Conor Sherry performing, "Kicking and Screaming"

Duo Interpretation

Duo Interpretation is a speech in which two speakers perform either a dramatic or humorous piece acting as multiple characters.

The example above is Claire Doty and Zakkiyah Sanders performing, "The Invention of Wings"

Program Oral Interpretation

POI is a presentation of several selections that represent a common theme or message. These selections can consist of two of the following genres: prose, poetry, and drama.

The example above is Ella Schnake performing, "Debate Like a Girl"

Resources

https://www.playscripts.com/ (scripts)

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WuxjKYP5k3A (2019 HI National Champion)

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ii5HtExwEDc (2019 POI National Champion)

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