Humorous Interpretation 1. A memorized program of a humorous nature. The program may be one or more selections from published prose, poetry or drama. 2. The presentation must be from a script. Props, make-up, and costumes are not permitted. Expressions, gestures, body position, and upper body movement are allowed as means of characterization. Foot movement is limited to a one-step radius. 3. Contestants should have a script, character and audience interaction. 4. Students may not present the same selections. 5. Time limit: Maximum of 8 minutes. If the speaker goes over a 30 second grace period that contestant may not be awarded first place in that round.