Poetry Recital (9-11 Years)
Perform words written by some of the greatest wordsmiths ever, from the 18th to the 21st centuries. Poems must be performed from memory. Choose one poem from the following (links are to external sites, and open in a new tab): ‘Henry King’ by Hilaire Belloc ‘Cat-Rap’ by Grace Nichols ‘Sick’ by Shel Silverstein ‘Shakespeare at …
Your Original Poetry (9-11 Years)
Sometimes performing other peoples’ words just isn’t enough. What do you want to say through the spoken word? This category is very much about quality, rather than quantity! Make sure that every word is carefully chosen and expresses something unique and powerful. A written copy of your poem should be sent to us at entries@oratoryfestival.com …
Prose Reading (9-11 Years)
This year, we’re letting you roam through the entirety of prose fiction, to choose an excerpt from any fiction book originally written in the English language. Your excerpt should last 2 minutes, including an introduction at the start of your time, which should last no more than 30 seconds. This introduction should help set the …
Solo Acting (9-11 Years)
Choose an excerpt from your favourite play or monologue, lasting 3 minutes. A copy of the reading must be sent to us at entries@oratoryfestival.com by 30 April 2023. At the International Oratory Festival, our focus is on the words. Please don’t wear any special costumes, just dress as you would for any other category.
Public Speaking – Presenting an argument (9-11 Years)
Candidates can choose to give a persuasive speech presenting one side of the issue (for or against) or a balanced argument considering both sides. In the 9-11 Years category, you can speak on “Are video games bad for you?” or your own choice on the theme of digital technology, lasting 3 minutes.
Public Speaking – Speaking to inform (9-11 Years)
What the world needs more now than ever is information we can all trust! But we are also always grateful when that information is presented in an interesting and engaging way. In this age group, you should engage the audience with an interesting and informative speech about “Someone I admire” in a speech lasting 3 …
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News Report (9-11 Years)
Reporting on an exciting news story is a thrilling challenge for our final new category in our May 2023 Oratory Festival. But it’s also the gateway to a career as a journalist, one of the world’s most interesting and important jobs. From local problems like litter on your street or problems with your public transport …
Enter 4 categories for £30 (9-11 Years)
You can choose to enter 4 of the following 7 categories for 9-11 year olds: Poetry recital (9-11 Years) Your original poetry (9-11 Years) Prose reading (9-11 Years) Solo acting (9-11 Years) Public Speaking – Presenting an Argument (9-11 Years) Public Speaking – Speaking to Inform (9-11 Years) News Report (9-11 Years) You can make …
Enter 5 categories for £37.50 (9-11 Years)
You can choose to enter 5 of the following 7 categories for 9-11 year olds: Poetry recital (9-11 Years) Your original poetry (9-11 Years) Prose reading (9-11 Years) Solo acting (9-11 Years) Public Speaking – Presenting an Argument (9-11 Years) Public Speaking – Speaking to Inform (9-11 Years) News Report (9-11 Years) You can make …