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FORSECONDARY SCHOOLS
RULES AND GUIDELINES
MINISTRY OF EDUCATIONMALAYSIA
DRAMA COMPETITION FOR SECONDARY SCHOOLSRULES AND GUIDELINES
1.0 Introduction
The 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.
2.0 Objectives
2.1 To support the nation’s efforts to encourage the use of the English language amongst students.
2.2 To encourage students to appreciate drama as it promotes integration and inculcates moral values.
2.3 To 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.
3.0 Competition Rules
3.1 This competition is open to all students
3.1.1 with a maximum of 3 from Form 6 (optional)
3.1.2 from government-aided schools under the purview of the Ministry of Education.
3.2 Each 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.
3.2.1 It is encouraged that the majority of the team members act and speak. This will work in favour of the team.
3.2.2 Performance should be confined to the stage only.
3.3 All team members must be from the same school.
3.4 The duration of performance is limited to 20 minutes. 1
3.5 The selection of theme is open but should not touch on sensitive issues for instance, race, religion, stereotyping, politics etc.
3.6 Participating teams are encouraged to produce their own scripts. Scripts or translated scripts of established plays must be adapted and cited.
3.7 Drama 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.
3.9 Judging is based on these criteria:-
3.9.1 Creativity of Drama 35 %
3.9.2 Language 30 %
3.9.3 Overall Coordination & Performance 25 %
3.9.4 Positive Values / Message(s) 10 %
Total 100%
3.10 Teams which do not abide by the rules will be penalized.
4.0 Guidelines
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.
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4.4 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.
4.7 Demeanour
4.7.1 Participants should not portray indecent actions or excessive movements that are provocative.
4.7.2 The presentation should take into account the comfort and safety of the audience and actors.
4.8 Duration of Time
4.8.1 Time 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.
34.8.2 Each team is responsible for the setting up (5 minutes) and clearing
of sets and props (5 minutes).
4.9 Adjudication
4.9.1 There will be a panel of five judges at the state and national levels.
4.9.1.1 The 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:-
4.10.1 Champion
4.10.2 Second Prize winner
4.10.3 Third Prize winner
4.10.4 Two Consolation Prize winners
4.10.5 Best Performer
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4.10.6 Plaques 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, Malaysia
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FORSECONDARY SCHOOLS
ADJUDICATION FORMS
MINISTRY OF EDUCATIONMALAYSIA
DRAMA COMPETITION FOR SECONDARY SCHOOLS
SCOPE OF ADJUDICATION: A GUIDE
CREATIVITY OF DRAMA LANGUAGE OVERALL COORDINATION & PERFORMANCE
POSITIVE 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
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TIME SHEET
DRAMA COMPETITION FOR SECONDARY SCHOOLSNATIONAL LEVEL YEAR ___________
Team No.Setting up of Sets & Props (5 minutes)
Stage Performance(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
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DRAMA COMPETITION FOR SECONDARY SCHOOLSNATIONAL LEVEL YEAR _______
TEAM
CREATIVITY OF DRAMA
(35 marks)
LANGUAGE
(30 marks)
OVERALL COORDINATION
AND PERFORMANCE
(25 marks)
POSITIVE VALUES / MESSAGE
(10 marks)
PENALTY(max.
5 marks)
TI
ME
TOTAL
PLACING
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
DRAMA COMPETITION FOR SECONDARY SCHOOLSNATIONAL LEVEL YEAR _______
TEAM
CREATIVITY OF DRAMA
(35 marks)
LANGUAGE
(30 marks)
OVERALL COORDINATION
AND PERFORMANCE
(25 marks)
POSITIVE VALUES / MESSAGE
(10 marks)
PENALTY(max.
5 marks)
TI
ME
TOTAL
PLACING
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
Judge’s Name: ______________________ Signature: ______________________ Date: ________________
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FREQUENCY COUNT
DRAMA COMPETITION FOR SECONDARY SCHOOLSNATIONAL LEVEL YEAR _______
PLACING TIME
JUDGE
RESULT1 2 3 4 5
TEAM NUMBER
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
Position Name Signature
Judge 1
Judge 2
Judge 3
Judge 4
Judge 5
Date 10
FREQUENCY COUNT
DRAMA COMPETITION FOR SECONDARY SCHOOLS
NATIONAL LEVEL YEAR ________________
BEST PERFORMER
Team No. Role in Play and Name Overall Best Performer
Position Name SignatureJudge 1
Judge 2
Judge 3
Judge 4
Judge 5
Date
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FORSECONDARY SCHOOLS
RESULTS
MINISTRY OF EDUCATIONMALAYSIA
RESULT
DRAMA COMPETITION FOR SECONDARY SCHOOLSNATIONAL LEVEL YEAR _________
PLACING TEAM NUMBER STATE / SCHOOL
CHAMPION
SECOND
THIRD
FIRST CONSOLATION
SECOND CONSOLATION
BEST SCRIPT
BEST PERFORMER
Position Name SignatureChief Judge
Judge 1
Judge 2
Judge 3
Judge 4
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