RULES FOR THE STREET PLAY

» Participation: All Members of the Team will have to participate in the “Street Play.”

» Time Limit: Teams should restrict their play in 15mins(12+3) time.

» 12mins: Warning Bell

» 15mins: Final Bell

» Teams exceeding the 15mins Final Bell will attract negative marks.

» Language of the Play: Teams can use English / Hindi as the language for their play.

Judgment Criteria:

»Creativity 10 Marks

»Humor/emotions/drama 10 Marks

»Concluding message and clarity 10 Marks

»Props 05 Marks

»Costume / Dressing 05 Marks

»Team Work 10 Marks

»Total 50 Marks

General Instructions for Street Play Competition

»The Competition will be conducted in a “Street” like open place and hence no microphones, Speakers, Music systems will be allowed or available. Teams can sing / dance by themselves to create the necessary music or sound.

» Teams using any props / Costume / Dressing must bring all their requirements and must be ready well in time as per instructions of the organizer. No Props or costume or any material will be provided by the host college.

» Teams must rehearse / practice the play well in advance. No Time for rehearsal / Stage practice / final rehearsal will be given during the fest.

» Decision of Judges will be final and binding on all teams.

Street theatre is a form of theatrical performance and presentation in outdoor public spaces without a specific paying audience. These spaces can be anywhere, including shopping centres, car parks, recreational reserves and street corners etc. They are especially seen in outdoor spaces where there are large numbers of people. The logistics of doing street theatre necessitate simple costumes and props, and often there is little or no amplification of sound, with actors depending on their natural vocal and physical ability. This issue with sound has meant that physical theatre, including dance, mime and slapstick, is a very popular genre in an outdoor setting. The performances need to be highly visible, loud and simple to follow in order to attract a crowd. Street theatre should be distinguished from other more formal outdoor theatrical performances, such as performances in a park or garden, where there is a discrete space set aside (or roped off) and a ticketed audience. Street theatre is arguably the oldest form of theatre in existence: most mainstream entertainment mediums can be traced back to origins in street performing. One of the most interesting points about modern street theatre is its unique sociopolitical place. People who might not have ever been to, or been able to afford to go to, the "legitimate" theatre can watch a street show. By virtue of where the shows take place, their audience is made up of anyone and everyone who wants to watch. If an audience member can not afford it, then it is free. Moreover today street play places important role in our lives. They are an important tool in creating awareness, empowering the youth and utilizing our right to freedom of speech and expression positively. This colloquial form of drama connects with the youth instantly. The lack of properness and formal atmosphere adds to its appeal and gives it a real lifelike look. Â It not only enlightens people but gives us, the citizens to voice our opinion too. These plays have similar impact like Mark Antony’s speech on Julius Caesar’s death. The stirred up crowd and their displayed and fuelled up emotions may be considered parallel, plays having to do more with our mind. Â Similar to the results of Mark Antony’s funeral speech, these plays have the strength to start a social revolution. This enthusiasm if used in the correct manner can lead to drastic changes in our society. Changes we wish for. Changes that make us blame the government for mishandling the affairs concerning our nation. It’s all up in our head-right in our brain- the change. Changes in society does not mean only having enough capital for putting up street lights for women’s safety but it is about thinking or better, having the attitude of not adding to the problem and helping people mitigating the situation. Change in society comes with the change in the mindset of the people and street plays can rightly achieve that goals. All those who are interested in street play get ready to impress the crowd with your perfect combination of emotions,costumes,theme,props,acting,voice and all in synch with your team. Winning hearts means winning the trophy. So what say people, are you ready?