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National Poetry Recitation Contest: An Annotated Program Guide

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The National Poetry Recitation Contest (NPRC) is a prestigious competition for high school students in the United States. The contest is open to students of all grade levels, and students may compete in one of three categories: recitation, interpretation, or original poetry.

National poetry recitation contes (annotated): Program guide

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The NPRC is a challenging and rewarding competition. It is a great opportunity for students to develop their public speaking skills, their understanding of poetry, and their appreciation for the art of recitation. The contest is also a great way for students to make new friends and learn from other poets.

Rules and Regulations

The following are the rules and regulations for the NPRC:

Students may compete in one of three categories: recitation, interpretation, or original poetry.
Recitation: Students recite a published poem from memory.
Interpretation: Students perform a published poem, using their own interpretation of the text.
Original poetry: Students perform an original poem that they have written themselves.
Students must select a poem that is appropriate for their age and grade level.
Students must prepare a brief to their poem, which should include the title of the poem, the author of the poem, and a brief explanation of the poem's theme or message.
Students must perform their poem in front of a panel of judges.
The judges will evaluate students on their performance, their understanding of the poem, and their overall stage presence.
The top three students in each category will receive awards.

Tips for Success

The following are some tips for success in the NPRC:

Choose a poem that you are passionate about and that you can connect with on a personal level.
Practice your performance until you are confident and comfortable.
Use your body language and voice to convey the meaning of the poem.
Make eye contact with the audience and engage them with your performance.
Don't be afraid to take risks and to interpret the poem in your own unique way.
Have fun and enjoy the experience!

The NPRC is a great opportunity for students to develop their public speaking skills, their understanding of poetry, and their appreciation for the art of recitation. The contest is also a great way for students to make new friends and learn from other poets.

If you are a high school student, I encourage you to consider competing in the NPRC. It is a challenging and rewarding experience that can help you to grow as a poet and as a person.