Technicians, musicians, and all personnel needed for production will be counted in the fivecontestant limit. The writer is NOT required to be a part of the cast. NO firearms may be used unless they are rendered inoperative and this has been verified by security officers employed by the institution where competition is conducted. Discharge of blanks, caps, or any explosive in connection with a contest play is NOT permitted. No recorded speaking or singing will be permitted in play production.
Scripts are to be memorized.
Backdrops and equipment should be able to fit in an area 10 feet deep by 16 feet wide. For judging criteria, see CF86 . See Check List for Platform Competition. Therefore, the most important thing in your one-act play will be the convincing portrayal of characters. This is the essence of acting.