Small Group Intro
Small Group Acting will be introduced as a new category/event for the 2000-2001 season. This is a scripted event for three to five performers who characterize three or more persons. (Note: 3 or more…i.e., unlike duet acting, they can play multiple roles.. this is to make it easier to cast and find material) Performances have a time requirement of 5-10 minutes. Allowable props for this event are a table and a maximum of three chairs. The emphasis of this event is on acting. Selections should be appropriate to the abilities of the performers and should showcase the performers’ acting abilities. 4.084: A serious or humorous presentation by three to five performers characterizing three or more persons presenting one selection within a time limitation. The small group can not be directed by the speech instructor. Failure to have the correct number of contestants, or if the presentation is conducted by the speech instructor shall result in the small group acting presentation not being judged or rated. Selections may still be performed at the discretion of the instructor.
In other words, it’s a short one-act play. Any Humorous or Serious Presentation you have will do. The rules are purposely loose to allow you as much freedom as possible with this event. I think it’s going to be very popular. Dr. Crowe has some new scripts in the lobby and has labeled some Hum Presentations from the past that can be used. Anything Edna Means has listed as multiple characters will probably due… although of course the Consortium material is better.
No limitations on TYPES OF MATERIAL.. just so it’s scripted, i.e., not improvised. Scripts, prose, poetry.. all okay.
What I’ve found working with this event: It’s best to have them sign up for the event individually, and not in their chosen groups.. this will give you much more leeway in putting your groups together and choosing material.
Bring one and block it?
We’ll present two after lunch.