Open Interpretation
For the 2023-2024 competitive speech and debate season, the LFA is adding open interpretation to the speech event offerings. Here’s a brief description of the new event:
Open Interpretation is an original rendition by the competitor from published or unpublished literature and/or self-written work. The presentation may range from dramatic to humorous genres, and it may include narrative storytelling, or thematic compilations. The competitor may only use the selected piece for one competition season. The entire presentation has a maximum time of 6 minutes.
The purpose of the event is to select and analyze written works(s), then bring them to life through the creative use of voice, movement, and facial expression. A ballot, rules, and other resources will be added over the summer.
