How to Perform a Humorous Duo in Speech Class

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Talk to your English teacher/speech coach about joining Humorous Duo.

   If it is available, join it.
   
   Make sure you have a partner.
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   Step 2: Look through scripts.

   You can look at the scripts provided, or check online.
   
   You can use a script from a funny skit, sketch, book, movie, anything! , If you and your partner think you should do it, start cutting it.
   
   Cut parts out, re-arrange, and edit the script so that it fits your needs. , The speech needs to be 7 minutes long.
   
   Time yourselves. , At speech meets, go to the Humorous Duo section and wait for your turn.
   
   Once you are ready, go up. , You are required to write your own introduction. , Angle towards your partner, but never look at him/her.
   
   That is an automatic disqualification.
   
   In scene transitions/character changes (you or your partner may be required to perform multiple characters), slide across, switching places (again, not looking at each other). , Once the round is over, you may leave.
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   Step 3: Once you have found a piece you like

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   Step 4: read through it.

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   Step 5: Start practicing.

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   Step 6: Once you have it down

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   Step 7: perform it.

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   Step 8: Start with a quick excerpt

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   Step 9: then provide your own written introduction.

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    Step 10: Do not look at each other.

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    Step 11: Give your conclusion

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    Step 12: and sit down.

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