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ENGLISH DRAMA COMPETITION

FOR

SECONDARY SCHOOLS

RULES AND GUIDELINES

MINISTRY OF EDUCATION

MALAYSIA

DRAMA COMPETITION FOR SECONDARY SCHOOLS

RULES AND GUIDELINES

1.0IntroductionThe Drama Competition serves as a platform for students and teachers to promote and demonstrate creative ideas in their work. Drama motivates students to use English and therefore improves their command of the language.It is hoped that drama can also instill values amongst students to be more sensitive and appreciative towards local arts.

2.0Objectives2.1To support the nations efforts to encourage the use of the English language amongst students.

2.2To encourage students to appreciate drama as it promotes integration and

inculcates moral values.2.3To provide the opportunity for students and teachers to show their talents and creativity in the art of dramatisation; the usage of English which incorporates script writing, directing, stage management and other technical aspects.3.0Competition Rules

3.1This competition is open to all students3.1.1with a maximum of 3 from Form 6 (optional)3.1.2from government-aided schools under the purview of the Ministry of Education.

3.2Each team comprises a maximum of 15 participants (including the technical crew: stage manager, technical coordinator, set and prop assistant, prompter) and two teachers-in-charge.3.2.1It is encouraged that the majority of the team members act and speak. This will work in favour of the team.

3.2.2Performance should be confined to the stage only.

3.3All team members must be from the same school.

3.4The duration of performance is limited to 20 minutes. 1

3.5The selection of theme is open but should not touch on sensitive issues

for instance, race, religion, stereotyping, politics etc.3.6Participating teams are encouraged to produce their own scripts. Scripts or translated scripts of established plays must be adapted and cited.

3.7Drama scripts must include synopses and cast lists and be typed using Font 12 Times New Roman on A4 paper. Scripts should be sent to the Organising Committee two weeks before the competition proper. 3.9Judging is based on these criteria:-

3.9.1Creativity of Drama

35 %

3.9.2Language

30 %

3.9.3Overall Coordination & Performance

25 %

3.9.4Positive Values / Message(s)

10 %

Total

100%

3.10Teams which do not abide by the rules will be penalized.4.0Guidelines 4.1 Language

4.1.1 It is compulsory to use English language throughout the drama performance. Nevertheless, limited use of certain local Malaysian registers is allowed.

4.1.2 Use of vulgar words and gestures and gruesome scenes are strictly prohibited.

4.1.3 Scripts must not touch on sensitive issues for instance, race, religion, politics, etc. 4.2 Theme

4.2.1 Themes reflecting positive messages and values should be predominant in the drama.

4.3 Costumes

4.3.1 Participants should wear appropriate costumes in line with the characters they portray. 24.4 Set and Props

4.4.1 The use of sets and props should be minimised. The management and use of all equipment is the direct responsibility of each participating team. 4.4.2 Sets and props should not hinder the movement of the team members on stage.

4.4.3 Use of sharp objects (for instance knives, keris, etc.), fire, inflammable and dangerous chemical substances is strictly prohibited.

4.4.4 Each team is responsible for the setting up (5 minutes) and clearing of sets and props (5 minutes). Only the 15 participants are allowed on or behind the stage throughout the drama.4.4.5 Safety of sets and props should be ensured at all times.

4.4.6 Drawing of curtains is not allowed between scenes.

4.5 Music

4.5.1 Each team should have technical assistant(s) from the team members to coordinate music and recordings.4.6 Lighting and Additional Equipment for Special Effects

4.6.1 Participants may bring their own additional equipment. However, the equipment used must be suitable on stage and should not disrupt the flow of the drama presentation.

4.6.2 Each team is responsible for managing lighting and special effects.4.7Demeanour4.7.1Participants should not portray indecent actions or excessive movements that are provocative.4.7.2The presentation should take into account the comfort and safety of the audience and actors.4.8Duration of Time

4.8.1Time allocated for each presentation is 20 minutes. The timing of

the presentation starts with the first movement, first word uttered by

the actor(s) or any sound effects. Marks will be deducted thereafter.34.8.2Each team is responsible for the setting up (5 minutes) and clearing of sets and props (5 minutes).4.9 Adjudication4.9.1 There will be a panel of five judges at the state and national levels.4.9.1.1The judges for the national level will be appointed by the Division of Co-curriculum and Arts, Ministry of Education.

4.9.2 Penalty: A total of 5 marks will be deducted if:4.9.2.1 sensitive issues are touched

4.9.2.2 performance is below or above stipulated time

4.9.2.3 stipulated exclusions under competition guidelines are infringed 4.9.2.4 use of vulgar words and gestures as well as gruesome scenes are present.4.9.3 Points will be awarded according to the scoresheet.4.9.4 The team with the majority of votes will be declared the winner.4.9.5 Individual team marks will not be disclosed.

4.9.6 The decision of the judges is final.

4.9.7 Leaflets are not to be distributed to the judges.

4.9 Prizes

Prizes are awarded as follows:-4.10.1Champion4.10.2Second Prize winner4.10.3Third Prize winner4.10.4Two Consolation Prize winners4.10.5Best Performer44.10.6Plaques and certificates of achievement will be awarded to the winning teams. Certificates of participation will be awarded to all participating teams.

Note:

The winning teams from the previous year may participate in the current year but the text and performance must not be an exact replica.

This concept paper is valid until further notification or revision from the Ministry of Education and can be used at all levels for competitions organized by the Ministry.

Division of Co-curriculum and ArtsMinistry of Education, Malaysia5

FOR

SECONDARY SCHOOLS

ADJUDICATION FORMS


MALAYSIA


SCOPE OF ADJUDICATION: A GUIDE

CREATIVITY OF DRAMA

LANGUAGEOVERALL COORDINATION & PERFORMANCEPOSITIVE VALUES / MESSAGE

Freshness or uniqueness of the content

New / unusual / different perspective

Storyline

Development

Plot

Coordination: scenes & timing

(Music and theme)

(Music and scenes)

Dialogues

Costumes

Suitable props

Dialogues

Overall pronunciation / comprehensible

Words properly projected

Voice consistent with the character

Lines & cues memorised well

Language spread

Emphasise interplay & cooperation

Team members work well together

Many characters have significant roles in the play

Enjoyable performance & pleasing to the audience

Choreography

Music effect Well projected

6TIME SHEET


NATIONAL LEVEL YEAR ___________

Team No.

Setting up of

Sets & Props (5 minutes)StagePerformance(20 minutes)Clearing of

Sets & Props(5 minutes)

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

8

9

10

11

12

13

14

15

16

Timekeeper's Name

Signature

Date

7


NATIONAL LEVEL YEAR _______

T

E

A

MCREATIVITY OF DRAMA

(35 marks)

LANGUAGE

(30 marks)OVERALL COORDINATION AND PERFORMANCE(25 marks)POSITIVE VALUES / MESSAGE

(10 marks)PENALTY

(max.

5 marks)

T

I

M

E

T

O

T

A

LP

L

A

C

I

NG

Sensitive issues touched, below or above stipulated time, stipulated exclusions under competition guidelines infringed, use of vulgar words and gestures and gruesome scenes

Creative / Innovative ideas in performance(20 marks)

Words clearly articulated; comprehensible

(30 marks)Flow of Drama between Cast, Delivery; Interplay and cooperation emphasised; within the allocated time

(20 marks)

Positive Values emphasised / projected

(10 marks)

Storyline &

development of ideas, dramatic structure in plot

(10 marks)

Props

(5 marks)Effective utilisation of space

(5 marks)

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

8

8


NATIONAL LEVEL YEAR _______T

E

A

MCREATIVITY OF DRAMA

(35 marks)LANGUAGE

(30 marks)OVERALL COORDINATION AND PERFORMANCE(25 marks)POSITIVE VALUES / MESSAGE

(10 marks)

PENALTY

(max.

5 marks)

T

I

M

E

T

O

T

A

LP

L

A

C

I

NG

Sensitive issues touched, below or above stipulated time, stipulated exclusions under competition guidelines infringed, use of vulgar words and gestures and gruesome scenes

Creative / Innovative ideas in presentation

(20 marks)

Words clearly articulated; comprehensible

(30 marks)Flow of Drama between Cast, Delivery; Interplay and cooperation emphasised; within the allocated time

(20 marks)

Positive Values emphasised / projected

(10 marks)

Storyline &

development of ideas, dramatic structure in plot

(10 marks)

Props

(5 marks)Effective utilisation of space

(5 marks)

9

10

11

12

13

14

15

16

Judges Name:

______________________ Signature:

______________________Date:________________9 FREQUENCY COUNT


NATIONAL LEVEL YEAR _______

PLACING

TIMEJUDGERESULT

12345

TEAM NUMBER

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

8

Position

NameSignature

Judge 1

Judge 2

Judge 3

Judge 4

Judge 5

Date

10

FREQUENCY COUNT


NATIONAL LEVEL YEAR ________________

BEST PERFORMERTeam No.Role in Play and NameOverall Best Performer

Position NameSignature

Judge 1

Judge 2

Judge 3

Judge 4

Judge 5

Date

11

FOR

SECONDARY SCHOOLS

RESULTS


MALAYSIA RESULT


NATIONAL LEVEL YEAR _________

PLACINGTEAM NUMBERSTATE / SCHOOL

CHAMPION

SECOND

THIRD

FIRST CONSOLATION

SECOND CONSOLATION

BEST PERFORMER

PositionNameSignature

Chief Judge

Judge 1

Judge 2

Judge 3

Judge 4

Date

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