Join us for a spoken word competition for participants, 8th grade – 2020 high school graduates. Participants will present one poem via zoom to a panel of judges. The poem can either be original or written by someone else. 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place will receive cash prizes and all participants will receive a complimentary gift. In addition there will be a poetry webinar and practice sessions offered for those registered.
REGISTRATION HAS CLOSED
Participants will perform one original poem, or one poem by another poet. Graphic sexual content or gratuitous coarse language not permitted.
The performances may be read, or performed by memory, with the understanding that a recited performance may improve a performer’s score. Each participant will be judged on the following categories:
1. Physical Presence
2. Voice and Articulation
3. Dramatic Appropriateness
4. Evidence of Understanding
5. Overall Performance.
Three guest judges will rate the participant’s performance on a scale of 1-5 with the highest scores indicating the winner. In the event of a tie, the student with the highest Overall Performance score wins. When registering each participant will need to provide a release from their parents, legal guardian, or by their own hand if they are over 18. The competition may be made available for viewing to registered guests over Zoom or other online outlets. Cash prizes for 1st, 2nd and 3rd place winners of $50.00, $30.00 and $20.00 will be presented.
An online webinar will be made available to all participants giving tips and guidelines for preparing their performance. John Berry will present the webinar, allowing time at the end for questions. At least one other adult will be present for the webinar. Private practice sessions will be available with Mr. Berry, and at least one other of the sponsoring adults.