The classes offered in this section give pupils the opportunity to perform to a wider audience and receive constructive feedback from professional adjudicators thus gaining knowledge and experience. Our aim is to provide a positive experience for all, nurture confidence and enhance communication skills.

Competitors in Verse Speaking classes who attend LEA Primary schools may enter either the Primary section or Junior Open section but not both. If receiving private tuition pupils must enter Junior Open classes only. All entries in the Primary section should be sent from the School.

Verse Speaking

Classes range from ages 6 to 11 years. Each winner of their overall section ( gaining the highest mark over 3 classes) will be asked to perform at the Final Concert and there are two major trophies to be won. Pupils may choose from 2 set poems

Group Classes

Groups should contain no fewer than 3 performers.

1. Group Mime

Mime provides us with the core skills required for any performance. It develops a physical awareness that aids the external expression of the inner character. Working within a group further focuses the concentration and encourages discipline and co-operation.

We provide a set title for your interpretation.

2. Group Acting

Own choice. Any scene from a play or dramatization of a novel may be used in this class. Group Acting is always challenging but, as well as being creatively satisfying, teaches pupils the value of shared responsibility.

Pupils may enter all other appropriate classes in Junior Open Section

Please see syllabus for appropriate class number and time limit