Each contestant will perform a monologue (individual dramatic speech) of between 2 minutes 30 seconds and 5 minutes in length. The chosen piece can be taken from any existing play or speech in the English language, but must not contain any vulgar or indecent language. 

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Contestants will be judged according to a selection of criteria that includes voice, articulation, interpretation and characterisation. In particular, we are looking for actors who can put their own spin on even the most well-known and frequently performed pieces.