Interpreting the Rules

 DRAMATICS:

Please refer to The Dramatic Rules and Stage rules as well.

a)          Each Zone will present a stage play in the English Language, with a cast of not less than three characters. The time limit for this item will be thirty-five minutes. For exceeding the time limit: A penalty of 2 marks for every extra minute or part thereof for the first three minutes, and thereafter a penalty of 4 marks for every minute or part thereof, will be imposed. 

b)         All scripts must be submitted to the Parish Priest, St Andrew's Church, or his nominee for scrutiny and approval by the date specified by the committee. 2 marks for every day of delay in submitting the script will be deducted from the dramatic points. Thereafter no alteration of the script shall be made without the Parish Priest or his nominee’s approval. Unauthorized and questionable alterations on the final day will entail a deduction of marks or disqualification of the play. The Parish Priest or his nominee will have the right to control or modify actions, movements, costumes, language etc., considered not in keeping with a Parish event. The decision of the Parish Priest or his nominee on these matters will be final and binding.

c)         In the event of an identical selection of a script by two or more zones, the first zone to present the script for scrutiny will be allowed to perform it and it shall be binding on this zone to perform the same play.

d)         The Sound/Lighting and Stagehands must be members of the zone/neighboring parish or part of the technical team of the auditorium. The director however, need not be a member of the zone or parish but will not be allowed to operate either lighting or sound effects.

e)         All members of the cast must be baptized catholics only.

f)         The order of performance will be decided by drawing of lots.

14)       In all matters relating to the above rules, the decision of the organizers will be  final.

15)        The committee will deal in all matters with the Captains only.

16)        Re-positioning of microphones are not permitted.

17)        All marking tapes must be removed from the stage after the Sunday night’s final performance

In all of the above performances it must be kept in mind that this is a family parish event.

At no time should one compromise on the values or harm the sensibilities of our community and other religious communities or cultures. Content, language, themes, costumes and dress should all be within ethical and moral boundaries.

No vulgar or revealing costumes are permitted. No obscene gestures, lyrics or swearing is permitted
 

Glitter, Confetti (thermocol or paper), Gas balloons and any other such hazardous or explosive materials/props are strictly prohibited on stage.

The committee reserves the right to amend the rules or to suspend, change or cancel any of the sections of the talent contest without any prior notice.
 

By participating in the talent contest, you have agreed that you have read, understood and accepted the rules of the contest.

These rules supersede all other previous editions prior to the date of amendment.               

 If in Doubt connect with the organizers !