PATSC

Promotion of Acting in Tiatr for School Children

Encouraging school children in Goa to enhance their acting skills in Goan tiatr, this initiative organizes competitions across various formats, awarding cash prizes and certificates for excellence in both comedy and non-comedy acting. Participants must adhere to specific guidelines, including performance duration and content requirements, to foster talent development and recognition.

State Cash

States / UT: Goa

Nodal department: Art, Culture and Museums Department

Scheme for: Individual

Scheme profile

DBT (direct benefit transfer): No

Categories: Sports & Culture

Sub-categories: Culture

Target beneficiaries: Individual

Tags: Acting, School, Children, Artist, Culture, Comedy

Details

The scheme "Promotion of Acting in Tiatr for School Children" by the Tiatr Academy of Goa aims to encourage interested artistes to improve their acting abilities through organized competitions related to Goan tiatr dramatic activity, addressing the need to develop theatrical skills among school students at primary and secondary levels. The scheme provides acting competitions in comedy and non-comedy categories with both monologue and dialogue formats, along with cash prizes ranging from ₹2,000/- to ₹5,000/- and participation certificates for winners and best script writers. The applications for this scheme are accepted offline.

Benefits

Cash Prizes and Recognition
Monologue (Comedy Acting): 1st Performance - ₹3,000/-; 2nd Performance - ₹2,000/-- Best Script Writer: ₹2,000/-- Dialogue (Comedy Acting): 1st Performance - ₹5,000/-; 2nd Performance - ₹3,000/-- Best Script Writer: ₹2,000/-- Monologue (Non-Comedy Acting): 1st Performance - ₹3,000/-; 2nd Performance - ₹2,000/-- Best Script Writer: ₹2,000/-- Dialogue (Non-Comedy Acting): 1st Performance - ₹5,000/-; 2nd Performance - ₹3,000/-- Best Script Writer: ₹2,000/- Additional Benefits
Participation certificates awarded to all winners
Transport charges remuneration paid to each participating school as fixed by Tiatr Academy of Goa
Development of acting abilities through structured competition and professional judging. Conditions Minimum four entries required in each category for competition to be conducted in that particular category. Performance duration must be between 4 to 7 minutes. Scripts must not contain adverse remarks against any governments, individuals, institutions, or anything against caste, creed and religion

Cash Prizes and Recognition

Monologue (Comedy Acting): 1st Performance - ₹3,000/-; 2nd Performance - ₹2,000/-- Best Script Writer: ₹2,000/-- Dialogue (Comedy Acting): 1st Performance - ₹5,000/-; 2nd Performance - ₹3,000/-- Best Script Writer: ₹2,000/-- Monologue (Non-Comedy Acting): 1st Performance - ₹3,000/-; 2nd Performance - ₹2,000/-- Best Script Writer: ₹2,000/-- Dialogue (Non-Comedy Acting): 1st Performance - ₹5,000/-; 2nd Performance - ₹3,000/-- Best Script Writer: ₹2,000/-

Additional Benefits

Participation certificates awarded to all winners.
Transport charges remuneration paid to each participating school as fixed by Tiatr Academy of Goa.
Development of acting abilities through structured competition and professional judging.

Conditions

*Minimum four entries required in each category for competition to be conducted in that particular category.
*Performance duration must be between 4 to 7 minutes.
*Scripts must not contain adverse remarks against any governments, individuals, institutions, or anything against caste, creed and religion.

Eligibility

The applicant must be a school student at primary school level or secondary school level.
The applicant must participate through their respective school.

Participation Rules

The applicant (one student of a school) can participate in each category.
The applicant must submit separate applications if participating in more than one category.
The applicant must ensure their performance is between 4 to 7 minutes duration.
The applicant must submit a typed copy of the script along with the application form.

Content Requirements

The applicant must ensure their script/performance does not contain any adverse remarks against any governments, individuals, institutions, or anything against caste, creed and religion.
The applicant must ensure their performance does not hurt the sentiments of anybody.

Competition Categories Available

The applicant can participate in Monologue (Comedy Acting) category.
The applicant can participate in Dialogue (Comedy Acting) category.
The applicant can participate in Monologue (Non-Comedy Acting) category.
The applicant can participate in Dialogue (Non-Comedy Acting) category.

Judging Criteria

Acting abilities are evaluated based on six specific criteria:

Delivery of dialogues
Facial expression
Reaction to others on the stage
Movement on the stage
Costumes
Overall impact

Performance Guidelines

Light effects and background music are not considered during judging.
Performances are limited to acting ability assessment only.
Professional judges with expertise in acting and direction conduct the evaluation.

Application Process

Offline

Step 1: The interested applicant should take a printout of the prescribed format of the application form.
Step 2: In the application form, fill in all the mandatory fields. Attach copies of all the mandatory documents (self-attest, if required). Sign the application form and mention the date.
Step 3: Submit the duly filled and signed application form along with the documents to -
Tiatr Academy of Goa, AS-1 / AS-4, Block A, 2nd Floor, Campal Trade Centre, Opposite Kala Academy, Campal, Panaji, Goa, India – 403001
*Applicants are advised to save a copy of the submitted application form and any acknowledgment

Post-Application Processes

Step 1:**** Await Competition Schedule
Wait for Tiatr Academy of Goa to organize the competition once minimum four entries are received in each category, as competitions will only be conducted when this minimum requirement is met.
Step 2:**** Performance Evaluation
Participate in the competition where your acting abilities will be judged on six criteria: delivery of dialogues, facial expression, reaction to others on the stage, movement on the stage, costumes, and overall impact by a panel of judges well versed in acting and direction.
Step 3:**** Receive Results and Benefits
Accept the final and binding decision of the judges, and if selected as a winner, receive cash prizes and participation certificates as per the category and position achieved in the competition.

Clarifications

Additional points from the scheme information published on myScheme (not legal advice).

What is the duration requirement I need to follow when preparing my acting performance for this competition?: Your performance must be between 4 to 7 minutes in duration. This time limit applies to all categories including monologue and dialogue performances in both comedy and non-comedy acting categories.
How much cash prize will I receive if I achieve first place in the dialogue non-comedy acting category?: You will receive ₹5,000/- for achieving first place in dialogue non-comedy acting category, while second place receives ₹3,000/-. Additionally, the best script writer in this category receives ₹2,000/- as recognition for outstanding creative work.
Can I participate in multiple categories simultaneously, and what documentation process should I follow for multiple entries?: Yes, you can participate in each available category, but you must submit separate application forms for each category you wish to enter. Each application must include the typed script specific to that particular category and competition format.
What specific content restrictions must I ensure my script and performance adheres to during the competition?: Your script and performance must not contain any adverse remarks against governments, individuals, or institutions, and should avoid anything against caste, creed, and religion. Additionally, your performance should not hurt the sentiments of anybody participating or attending the event.
What are the four distinct acting categories available for me to choose from in this competition?: The four categories are: Monologue Comedy Acting, Dialogue Comedy Acting, Monologue Non-Comedy Acting, and Dialogue Non-Comedy Acting. Each category has different prize structures and performance requirements but maintains the same duration and content guidelines.
Will my school receive any financial compensation for transportation expenses when I participate in this acting competition?: Yes, participating schools receive transport charges remuneration as determined and fixed by Tiatr Academy of Goa. This helps reduce the financial burden on schools and encourages broader participation from various educational institutions.
What educational levels are eligible to participate in this acting competition, and must I apply through my school?: Students at primary school level and secondary school level are eligible to participate. You must participate through your respective school rather than applying individually, ensuring proper institutional support and supervision for young participants.
What happens if insufficient students apply for a particular acting category that I am interested in participating?: A minimum of 4 entries is required in each category for the competition to be conducted in that particular category. If fewer than 4 students apply for your chosen category, the competition may not proceed for that specific category.
Besides cash prizes, what other forms of recognition will I receive for participating in this acting competition?: All winners receive participation certificates in addition to their cash prizes. This provides lasting recognition of your achievement and can serve as valuable documentation of your artistic accomplishments for future opportunities.
How much prize money can I expect if I achieve second place in any monologue acting category?: You will receive ₹2,000/- for achieving second place in any monologue acting category, whether it is comedy or non-comedy. First place in monologue categories receives ₹3,000/-, while best script writers receive ₹2,000/-.
What contact information must I provide along with my typed script when submitting my application form?: You must provide both landline and cell phone numbers as contact details along with your typed script. This ensures the organizing committee can reach you or your school for important updates and coordination regarding the competition.
Can one student from my school participate in every available category, or are there restrictions on participation?: One student from a school can participate in each available category. This means theoretically, different students from your school could participate in all four categories, but each individual student needs separate applications for multiple category participation.
What format should my script be in when submitting it along with my application to the competition organizers?: Your script must be submitted in typed format only. Handwritten scripts are not acceptable, and you need to ensure the typed script is clearly formatted and accompanies your application form for proper evaluation.
Besides first and second place performers, who else can win cash prizes in each acting competition category?: The best script writer in each category receives ₹2,000/- as recognition for outstanding creative writing. This means in each category, a total of three cash prizes are awarded: first place performer, second place performer, and best script writer.

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