HOW TO ENTER (READ CAREFULLY!!!!)

1. To be eligible for the National Monologue Slam Finale (Round 9), you must have placed in the top 3 (live or virtual event) between January and November 2020.
2. Upload a YOUTUBE or VIMEO link ONLY. Please make sure the video is public, with no passwords.
3. Follow us on Instagram (@monologueslam) and Facebook (@MonologueSlamCanada) – If you’re not on social media that’s cool too…weird…but cool. It may take over 48 hours and not all videos will be reposted.
4. Fill out the application using the form below

MONOLOGUE CATEGORIES (NEW)

1. Comedic Monologue
2. Dramatic Monologue
3. Youth Monologue (12 to 17 years old)
4. Kids (11 years and under)

TAPE INSTRUCTIONS

1. Self tape-style (medium close up, no cuts or editing)
2. Monologues should be between 1-2 minutes in length.
3. Please have clear audio and lighting (turn off any buzzing appliances)
4. Please shoot LANDSCAPE (horizontally)
5. Please label your video as follows: YOUR NAME – MONOLOGUE TITLE, AUTHOR – ‘MONOLOGUE SLAM ONLINE’- DATE. For example, Jane Smith – Whiplash by Damien Chazelle – MONOLOGUE SLAM ONLINE – April 27, 2020
6. No file transfers or downloads. Videos must be made PUBLIC. NO PASSWORDS!

NOTES FROM THE JUDGES

1. Have way more FUN
2. More vocal range/energy/to have things ‘pop’ and then come back down
3. More active physically and vocally. Pace could all be changed up to make it more active
4. A lot of them felt MONOTONE all the way through. Others were projecting all the way through
5. This is your chance to TAKE RISKS and push the envelope (while keeping it real and grounded)
6. The text can be explored further so that the work feels less ‘memorized’ and fresher
7. Read 9 Elements of a Great Monologue

RULES & REGULATIONS

Our mission is to provide a space for artists to develop and showcase their craft. We encourage artists to explore storytelling that engages different perspectives, pushes boundaries, challenges our world views, and speaks to our deepest and most compelling truths – this is what art is about. If you are unclear about any of the rules or have questions concerning the content of your performance please contact us for clarification.

NO edited videos. This includes added sound effects, music, cuts, transitions, etc
NO hateful or discriminatory speech
NO nudity or explicit sexuality
Please include a content warning for potentially sensitive content (see below)
The decisions made by judges are final and not subject to complaint or alteration.
Rules are subject to change at the sole discretion of the Monologue Slam Canada organizers.

CONTENT WARNINGS

We understand that sometimes themes explored in work can be mature, emotionally challenging, or difficult in nature. Therefore, we ask that artists include a content warning (‘cw’ or ‘content warning’) to identify any potentially sensitive subject matter.  For example [CW: violence, domestic abuse]. While it is impossible to know every subject that could be considered sensitive, a list of common ones is listed here.

SUBMISSION DEADLINE

The deadline for submission is Friday, December 18th @ 3pm EST (12pm PST)

SUBMIT VIDEO USING SUBMIT BUTTON 

HOW TO ENTER

1. Grab a scene partner (or two) and select a scene (between 1 – 3 minutes).
2. Record your scene using a camera, phone or Zoom (instructions below) or whatever your quarantine situation allows.
3. Upload your video file to youtube or vimeo and submit on our website (You can also tag us on IG @monologueslam #sceneslam).
4. Please label your video as follows: SCENE TITLE, AUTHOR/SOURCE – ‘SCENE SLAM’- DATE. For example, Whiplash by Damien Chazelle – Scene Slam – Nov 16, 2020.
5. Do not send file transfers or download links. Videos must be PUBLIC. NO PASSWORDS! 

TAPE REQUIREMENTS

1. Ensure good lighting and picture quality. 
2. Make sure you have clear audio with no distracting background noise.
3. No added music or effects.

ZOOM INSTRUCTIONS

Step 1: Download and install ZOOM on your computer or phone.
Step 2: Start a new meeting and invite your scene partner
Step 3: Under Zoom.us (upper left corner) click on Preferences..
Step 4: Check the box for the following settings: Enable HD, Adjust for low-light, and Spotlight my video when speaking.
Step 5: When using the “Spotlight my video when speaking” option, Zoom will not instantly adjust to who’s speaking or if you’re speaking over one another. This is fine and we’re more looking for the energy of the scene and partners.
Step 6: Enter the zoom meeting (use speaker view not gallery) and record your scene (only one person needs to hit record). During your Zoom you will see all participants above the main screen, however only the main screen is recorded. After you END the meeting, Zoom will then save a .MP4 on your hard drive (or phone).

RULES & REGULATIONS

1. Scene Slam is available to all ages in Dramatic and Comedic categories
2. Scenes can be from original or existing material ie film, tv or play (Please make sure to list the author of your scene) 
3. Each team is allowed 2 to 3 people in a scene (all actors must appear in the scene)
4. Duration of scene must be between 1 to 3 minutes (points will be deducted after 3 minutes)
5. Each actor can only perform in one scene/submission

Our mission is to provide a space for artists to develop and showcase their craft. We encourage artists to explore storytelling that engages different perspectives, pushes boundaries, challenges our worldviews, and speaks to our deepest and most compelling truths – this is what art is about. If you are unclear about any of the rules or have questions concerning the content of your performance please contact us for clarification.

NO added sound effects, music, etc
NO hateful or discriminatory speech
NO nudity or explicit sexuality
Please include a content warning for potentially sensitive content (see below)
The decisions made by judges are final and not subject to complaint or alteration.
Rules are subject to change at the sole discretion of the Monologue Slam Canada organizers.

CONTENT WARNINGS

We understand that sometimes themes explored in work can be mature, emotionally challenging, or difficult in nature. Therefore, we ask that artists include a content warning (‘cw’ or ‘content warning’) to identify any potentially sensitive subject matter.  For example [CW: violence, domestic abuse]. While it is impossible to know every subject that could be considered sensitive, a list of common ones is listed here.

SUBMISSION DEADLINE

The deadline for submission is Sunday, November 22nd @ 3pm EST (12pm PST)

SUBMIT VIDEO USING SUBMIT BUTTON

HOW TO ENTER (READ CAREFULLY!!!!)

1. Record a ONE MINUTE monologue
2. Upload a YOUTUBE or VIMEO link ONLY. Please make sure the video is public, with no passwords.
3. Follow us on Instagram (@monologueslam) and Facebook (@MonologueSlamCanada) – If you’re not on social media that’s cool too…weird…but cool. It may take over 48 hours and not all videos will be reposted.
4. Fill out the application using the form below

MONOLOGUE CATEGORIES (NEW)

1. Comedic Monologue
2. Dramatic Monologue
3. Youth Monologue (12 to 17 years old)
4. Kids (11 years and under)

TAPE INSTRUCTIONS

1. Self tape-style (medium close up, no cuts or editing)
2. Please have clear audio and lighting (turn off any buzzing appliances)
3. Please shoot LANDSCAPE (horizontally)
4. Please label your video as follows: YOUR NAME – MONOLOGUE TITLE, AUTHOR – ‘MONOLOGUE SLAM ONLINE’- DATE. For example, Jane Smith – Whiplash by Damien Chazelle – MONOLOGUE SLAM ONLINE – April 27, 2020
5. No file transfers or downloads. Videos must be made PUBLIC. NO PASSWORDS!

NOTES FROM THE JUDGES

1. Have way more FUN
2. More vocal range/energy/to have things ‘pop’ and then come back down
3. More active physically and vocally. Pace could all be changed up to make it more active
4. A lot of them felt MONOTONE all the way through. Others were projecting all the way through
5. This is your chance to TAKE RISKS and push the envelope (while keeping it real and grounded)
6. The text can be explored further so that the work feels less ‘memorized’ and fresher
7. Read 9 Elements of a Great Monologue

RULES & REGULATIONS

Our mission is to provide a space for artists to develop and showcase their craft. We encourage artists to explore storytelling that engages different perspectives, pushes boundaries, challenges our world views, and speaks to our deepest and most compelling truths – this is what art is about. If you are unclear about any of the rules or have questions concerning the content of your performance please contact us for clarification.

NO edited videos. This includes added sound effects, music, cuts, transitions, etc
NO hateful or discriminatory speech
NO nudity or explicit sexuality
Please include a content warning for potentially sensitive content (see below)
The decisions made by judges are final and not subject to complaint or alteration.
Rules are subject to change at the sole discretion of the Monologue Slam Canada organizers.

CONTENT WARNINGS

We understand that sometimes themes explored in work can be mature, emotionally challenging, or difficult in nature. Therefore, we ask that artists include a content warning (‘cw’ or ‘content warning’) to identify any potentially sensitive subject matter.  For example [CW: violence, domestic abuse]. While it is impossible to know every subject that could be considered sensitive, a list of common ones is listed here.

SUBMISSION DEADLINE

The deadline for submission is Sunday, October 18th @ 3pm EST (12pm PST)

SUBMIT VIDEO USING SUBMIT BUTTON