London Cardinals Toastmasters

Feature

Interpretive Reading

Speech objectives

1. Read a story (timed at 8-10 minutes)

• To understand the elements of interpretative reading
• To learn how to analyse a narrative and plan for effective interpretation
• To learn and apply vocal techniques that will aid in the effectiveness of the reading

2. Interpreting poetry (timed at 6-8 minutes)

• To understand the differences between poetry and prose
• To recognise how poets use imagery, rhythm, meter, cadence and rhyme to convey the meanings and emotions of their poetry
• To apply vocal techniques that will aid the effectiveness of the reading

3. The monodrama (timed at 5 to 7 minutes)

• To understand the concept and nature of the monodrama
• To assume the identify of a character and to portray the physical and emotional aspects of this character to an audience

4. The play (timed at 12-15 minutes)

• To adapt a play for interpretative reading
• To portray several characters in one reading, identifying them to the audience through voice changes and movement

5. The oratorical speech (timed at 10-12 minutes)

• To understand the structure of an effective speech
• To interpret and present a famous speech