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Rotorua Speech and Drama Competitions
Come along and be entertained at the 77th Rotorua Speech & Drama Competition.
ENTRIES:
Entries are open now. Enter online at:
https://rotorua.stagetonic.co.nz/login
Anyone can enter. We have lots of categories – Poem Recitals, Group Dramas in costume, Character Recitals in Costume, Prepared Speeches, Improvisations, Impromtu Speeches, Shakespear and Slam Poetry.
EVENT ATTENDANCE
This is a FREE event to attend. Over the two days around 150 five to twenty year olds will participate in rehearsed group drama items, reading recitals, Shakespeare, light verse, character recitals in costume, poetry recitals, impromptu performances, prepared speeches and more.
The Premier event is the ‘Performer of the Year Award’ with senior competitors taking to the stage to compete.
Come along and enjoy Rotorua’s talented youth.
Saturday – 8.30am – to late
Sunday – 8.30am – to 5pm
Prize giving is on Sunday at 6pm.
Programme will be available in June. For more info go to:
https://rotoruacompetitionsociety.org.nz/rotorua-speech-drama-competitions/