NONESCOST

INTRAMURALS
2023
October 23 – 28, 2023
Theme:
“NONESCOST to SUNN: Soaring Up with a New Generation of Athletes &
Artists for Nation Building.”

Competing Teams:

1. College of Criminal Justice Education (CCJE)

2. College of Information and Communication Technology & Engineering (CICTE)
3. College of Education (COED)
4. College of Agriculture & Allied Sciences (CAAS)
5. College of Business & Management (CBM)
6. College of Arts & Sciences (CAS)
7. College of Nursing & Allied Health Sciences(CONAHS)
8. College of Fisheries & Allied Sciences (CFAS)

General Rules for Culture and the Arts Festival

(Reviewed, discussed, & finalized during the meeting last October 11, 2023 @ College Function Hall)

1. Competing teams are required to adhere to the guidelines and criteria of the contests as provided.
2. Every contest category is presented with guidelines & criteria for judging and contest proceedings. The contest Head
Masters shall meet all coaches, trainers, and judges prior to the contest.
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 3. Each contest category will have each own programming and shall be directed by the Contest Head Master.
4. All manuscripts, winning pieces, materials and other proceedings shall be collected and filed at the CASO for
reference.
5. All college culture & arts coordinators shall make a master list of names of participants, coaches & trainers. This will
be submitted on October 16, 2023 in soft & hard copy for the purpose of giving enough time to the working
committee to work out the souvenir program and be released by October 20, 2023. Deduction of seven (7) points
from the total score will be implemented upon late submission of master list.
6. Contest pieces should be submitted to the respective event coordinator three (3) hours before the contest proper for
verification and must be sealed immediately after verification except Folk Dance and other specified events. Five (5)
points will be deducted from the total score of each contest for late submission.
7. The decision of the board of judges is final and irrevocable.
8. Ranking system is used. In case of tie, the judges will be responsible to break the tie.
9. For computing the over-all champion, points below must be applied.
Individual/Dual Group Cheeri Dance
First Place 10 20 30
Second Place 7 15 25
Third Place 5 10 20
Fourth Place 3 7 15
Fifth to 24th Place 2 3 5
Disqualification 1 1 1
No Entry 0 0 0
10. Choreographers/managers of each team must observe the safety and security of their performers.
11. All complaints must be presented in writing during tabulation with concrete evidences. No complaints will be
entertained after the announcement of winners but suggestions for improvement are accepted.
12. Participants should be present to the designated area 30 minutes before the event of the contest. Event coordinator
will be the one to check the attendance of the contestants. Failure to follow this rule is subject for five (5) points
deduction in every judge. Just in case of emergency arises the screening committee will decide accordingly.
13. There will be no over-all Intramurals champion. Two (2) titles will be awarded: Sports Champion and Culture & Arts
Festival Champion.
14. Contest head masters for dagliang talumpati & extemporaneous speech contests are not allowed to train/coach.
15. NIPAC members are allowed to join in any contests/sports provided one event participation only. A member may
choose one event either from sports or culture & arts events.
16. Grand Slam winners are not allowed to compete for their 4 th year participation. They automatically earned the
highest point but they need to render an intermission number during the competition.
17. In cases of technical problems, the jury members shall decide. Jury members are the following:
a. SSC President
b. Contest Head Master
c. Head for CASO
18. In case of complaints, no winners will be officially announced unless complaints had been acted and decided by the
jury members.
19. Hiring trainers outside NONESCOST are strictly not allowed. This means that only official enrolled students, registered
faculty and staff of the college are allowed to be the trainers in all events.
20. National SCUAA players are not allowed to participate in any event including sports.
21. Any violation of the rules is tantamount to disqualification by the adjudication committee composed of the following;
a. VP for Academic Affairs
b. SAS Director
b. CASO Head
c. Contest Head Master of the event/contest protested
d. Guidance Counselor

CHEERI-DANCE
(Reviewed, discussed, & finalized during the meeting last October 11, 2023 @ College Function Hall)

Guidelines:
1. This is the combination of songs and yells with dance. The songs and yells should depict to the theme and uphold the
dignity of the department representing.
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 2. Each department entry must have a minimum of fifty (50) members (any gender combination) including lifters,
bleachers, fliers, and squad. One (1) point will be deducted by the tabulators from the total score given by each judge for not
following this rule.
3. Every team is given a minimum of six (6) and maximum of eight (8) minutes to perform. One (1) point will be deducted
by the tabulators from the total score given by each judge for every five (5) seconds exceeding the time.
4. At least 20 members of the team should be presented at exactly 7:30 AM on the designated area of each team. One (1)
point will be deducted from each judge’s score for every ten (10) minutes late.
5. School hymn must be included within the performance. One (1) point will be deducted by the tabulators from the total
score given by each judge for not following this rule.
6. Stunts are allowed as long as safety of the performers is properly observed. Tossing is not allowed. Lifting is up to 2nd
level only. Penalty: disqualification.
7. The time starts after the introduction of the host. The college culture & arts coordinator will give the signal to the host.
8. Minor awards will be selected based on the highest points accumulated by the judges in every criterion except best
cheer leader.
9. Music shall be submitted one day before the competition. Deduction of two (2) points from the total score of every judge
will be implemented.
10. Sequence of team performances:
A. CICTE C. CONAHS E. CCJE G. COED
B. CAAS D. CFAS F. CBM H. CAS
11. Costumes may be used but in a minimal cost.
12. Props are strictly not allowed except the cheer leaders’ whistle & poom pooms. Deduction of five (5) points from
each judge’s total score for not following this rule.
13. Only recorded music will be used. Sounds using body parts and voices are allowed. Deduction of five (5) points
from each judge’s total score for not following this rule.
14. All participants must attend the general orientation and unity dance rehearsal on October 21, 2023, Saturday @
7:30AM, Escalante City coliseum. Deduction of five (5) points from each judge’s total score for not following this rule.
15. The participants must attend the holy mass on October 23, 2023 @ 7:00AM, Escalante City coliseum. Deduction
of five (5) points from each judge’s total score for not following this rule.

Criteria:
1. Over-all performance including the school hymn (mastery & clarity of voice) - 25%
2. Choreography includes relevance of the theme - 30%
3. Skills of Body Mechanics - 20%
4. Discipline - 10%
5. Costume - 15%
Total 100%
Criteria for Best Cheer Captain (10 Highest & 1 Lowest):
1. Performance
2. Skill
3. Over-all Impact
Minor Awards:
1. Best Cheer Captain 2. Best in Discipline 3. Best in Choreography 4. Best in Costume

Major Awards:
2023 Cheeri-Dance Champion
1st Runner-up
2nd Runner-up

STREET DANCE
(Reviewed, discussed, & finalized during the meeting last October 11, 2023 @ College Function Hall)

The Street Dance is a fusion of dance disciplines and cultural interpretations from around the country. The
dance routine incorporates the look, music, attitude, posture and street dance style. The most real routine showcase is a
variety of hip hop dance styles, signature moves and choreography conveying the character and energy of the street.
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Guidelines:
1. Groups are permitted to mix and bring music of their choice on a USB or other devices.
2. The routine must be performed, in its entirety to the music selected, prepared and submitted by the group.
3. The contest piece must be three (3) minutes but not more than five (5) minutes.
4. A minimum of fifteen (15) dancers are required to participate.
5. Groups should include in their performance a broad selection of street dance styles (locking, popping, bboy-
ing/bgurling (breaking), watching/punking, vogueing, house dance, party dances or club – popular or trendy
dances – hip hop dance/choreography, krumping, steeping/gumboots, dancehall) without excessive use of
the same move or pattern. A varied range of styles should be shown in the choreography of arm, leg and
body movement. No body drop is allowed and all lifting should be supported.
6. Attire may include accessories such hats, caps, gloves, scarves, jewelries, etc. Removing pieces of clothing
during the performance is allowed provided it is not offensive or out of character. Appropriate clothing
should be observed in the competition. Set props and backdrops are not allowed.
7. Any move where the competitors’ weight is solely on the neck/head i.e. head pins, head stands, tumbling,
tossing, aerial skills, etc. is not allowed.
8. Lifting is allowed up to the second level.
9. Music should not contain obscene lyrics or words.
10. Performers should not wear any identifying marks of their team/department.
11. Violation of any of these contest guidelines will result to disqualification of the participating group.
12. Deliberation of the members of the board of judges will be done prior to the announcement of winners.
13. Decision of the board of judges is final and irrevocable.

Criteria for Judging:

Performance 50%
Creativity 10
Staging, Spacing, Formations, and Level Changes 10
Showmanship: Intensity, Confidence, Projection and Presence 10
Street Presence/Attire 10
Entertainment Value/Audience Appeal 10
Skill 50%
Musicality 10
Synchronization/Timing 10
Execution/Controlled Mobility and Stabilization 10
Difficulty of Execution of Authentic Street Dance Styles 10
Variety of Street Dance Styles 10
Total 100%

FOLK DANCE - RURAL

(Reviewed, discussed, & finalized during the meeting last October 11, 2023 @ College Function Hall)

A. Philippine Folk Dance Category

Guidelines:
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 1. The dance must be taken from the published Philippine Folk Dances authored by known
dance-researcher-writer published in the books listed below. The following are the spe-
cific titles of the books:
a. Philippine Folk Dance. Volumes 1-6, by Francisca R. Aquino
b. Philippine National Dance by Francisca R. Tolentino
c. Visayan Folk Dance. Volumes 1 – 3, by Libertad Fajardo
d. Pangasinan Folk Dance by Jovita Sison Friese
e. Sayaw: Dances of Philippine Islands, Volumes 1 – 7, by the Philippine Folk Dance
Society
f. Samar Folk Dances by Juan Miel
g. Handumanan by Jose Balcena
h. Philippine Folk Dances and Songs by the Bureau of Public Schools 1965
2. The dance selected must only be one straight rural. No combination of dances.
3. In dances where the author does not specify or describe the entrance and / or exit, the
trainer may arrange one; however; it must not be longer than the dance itself and
should not exceed one minute.
4. The dance must be accompanied by playing a record, tape-recorded music or CD pre-
scribed by the book. Live accompaniment is not allowed.
5. Dancers should be composed of a minimum of 5 pairs which could be all males, all fe -
males or a combination of both.
6. Judge’s decision is final.
CRITERIA:
Performance Interpretation Costume, Music & Staging Over-all Total
(Skill & mastery of (Correct Equipment (Use of space, Impact
the dance, stage interpretation of the (Costume level,
projection, grace dance literature. No approximates the pathways,
and poise. arrangement of original. Music is design, time)
Showmanship, figures) authentic of the
unity, expression & dance. Equipment
precision) is required of &
relevant to the 10% 100%
20% dance) 20%
30%
20%

B. Indigeneous Dance Category

(Reviewed, discussed, & finalized during the meeting last October 11, 2023 @ College Function Hall)

Guidelines:
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 1. The dance selected must only be one straight dance from the published indigenous dances.
2. The dance selected must follow the prescribed one minute entrance and one minute exit. A
deduction of 2 points per judge will be given if contestants exceed the 1 minute.
3. Live musical accompaniment may be used. Recorded music is allowed.
4. The minimum number of dancers is ten (10) (all male/female/combination) and a minimum of
six (6) instrumentalists.
5. The decision of the judges is final.

CRITERIA:
Performance Interpretation Costume, Music & Staging Over-all Total
(Skill & mastery of (Correct Equipment (Use of space, Impact
the dance, stage interpretation of the (Costume level,
projection, grace dance literature. No approximates the pathways,
and poise. arrangement of original. Music is design, time)
Showmanship, figures) authentic of the
unity, expression & dance. Equipment
precision) is required of &
relevant to the 10% 100%
20% dance) 20%
30%
20%

CONTEMPORARY DANCE
(Reviewed, discussed, & finalized during the meeting last October 11, 2023 @ College Function Hall)

Guidelines:
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 1. The contest piece must be at least four (4) minutes but not more than five (5) minutes.
2. A minimum of ten (10) dancers are allowed to participate.
3. The dance piece should be an original choreography in contemporary form.
4. Soft ballet shoes or pointe shoes may be worn (optional).
5. Sets are not allowed (e.g. risers, back drop, tables, etc.). Hand props maybe used (e.g. stick, fan, ring, um-
brella, etc.). Bamboo, wood, steel or plastic pole may be used but must not be more than 3 meters long.

The following are strictly not allowed in the performance:

a. The use of real fighting armor (e.g. sword, knife, guns, arrow, spears, etc.).
b. The use of any form of liquid (e.g. blood, oil, water, etc.).
c. The use of fire, candles and any pyrotechnic materials.
d. The use of confetti either drop or bomb.
e. The use of glass, pots, etc..
f. Audio visual presentation or screen projection.
g. Body paint
6. Costume must be appropriate to the concept of the dance. Skin toned cycling, leggings, or leotards are al-
lowed. Nudity or topless for both male and female is strictly prohibited.
7. Obscene choreography/indecent movements and killing of animals are strictly prohibited.
8. Violation of any of these contest guidelines will result to disqualification of the participating group.

Criteria for Judging:

a. Choreography/composition ………………………………… 40%
Theme & Variation
Structure
Organization of Movement
Use of Movement Space
b. Performance or Artistry ………………………………………. 20%
Expression
Characterization
c. Technique ………………………………………………………. 20%
Movement Skills
Precision of Movement
Synchronization & Coordination
Clarity of movement & Lines
Timing
d. Concept ………………………………………………………… 20%
Ideas
Content
Total 100%

INSTRUMENTAL SOLO - BANDURRIA

(Reviewed, discussed, & finalized during the meeting last October 11, 2023 @ College Function Hall)

Guidelines:
1. The music piece shall be one straight piece and any of the following:
Kundiman
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 Classic Filipino Love Song
Popular OPM Music (Ryan Cayabyab, George Canseco, Louie Ocampo)
Balitaw
Filipino Folk Song/Music
Harana
Danza
2. The contestant shall play the instrument without any back-up, accompaniment or background music. No electronic device/pitch
up.
3. The title of the piece, arranger, composer, and song writer must be given to the board of judges before the performance. The
master of ceremonies shall announce the title of the piece.
4. Time starts on the first note produced using the solo instrument or accompaniment. Performance shall be 3 – 5 minutes. Beyond
this limit, a total of five (5) points will be deducted from the total score of each judge.
5. Any external gadgets are not allowed.
6. Judges decision is final.

Criteria for judging:

1. Technique (Intonation & Dexterity) . ……………………………… 30%

2. Mastery (Fidelity of the score)………………….………………….. 30%
3. Artistic Quality (Expression & Interpretation) ………………….. 30%
4. Stage Deportment ………………………………………… 10%
Total 100%

INSTRUMENTAL SOLO PIANO

(Reviewed, discussed, & finalized during the meeting last October 11, 2023 @ College Function Hall)

Guidelines:
1. The music piece shall be one straight piece and any of the following:
Ryan Cayabyab
George Canseco
Francisco Buencamino, Sr.
Antonio Molina
Lucrecia Kasilag
2. Official electronic keyboard in piano mood setting will be used.
3. The title of the piece, arranger, composer, and song writer must be submitted to the board of judges before the competition. One
(1) point deduction per day for late submission of the pieces.
4. The master of ceremonies shall announce the title and composer of the piece.
5. Time starts on the first note produced. Performance shall be 3 – 5 minutes. Beyond this limit, a total of five (5) points will be
deducted from the total score of each judge.
6. Judges decision is final.

Criteria for judging:

1. Technique (Intonation & Dexterity) . ……………………………… 30%

2. Mastery (Fidelity of the score)………………….………………….. 30%
3. Artistic Quality (Expression & Interpretation) ……………………. 30%
4. Stage Deportment ………………………………………………….. 10%
Total 100%

INSTRUMENTAL SOLO VIOLIN

(Reviewed, discussed, & finalized during the meeting last October 11, 2023 @ College Function Hall)

Guidelines:
1. The music piece shall be one straight piece and any of the following:
Kundiman
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 Balitaw
Harana
Filipino Folk Song/Music
Classic Filipino Love Song
Popular OPM Music (Ryan Cayabyab, George Canseco, Louie Ocampo)
Danza
2. The title of the piece, arranger, composer, and song writer must be given to the board of judges before the performance. The
master of ceremonies shall announce the title of the piece.
3. Time starts on the first note produced using the solo instrument or accompaniment. Performance shall be 3 – 5 minutes. Beyond
this limit, a total of five (5) points will be deducted from the total score of each judge.
4. Judges decision is final.

Criteria for judging:

Tone Quality . ……………………………………………………… 20%

Musicality (Rhythm, Intonation, Techniques) …………………. 60%
Performance Factor (Interpretation, Stage Deportment) …….. 20%
Total 100%

INSTRUMENTAL SOLO CLASSICAL GUITAR

(Reviewed, discussed, & finalized during the meeting last October 11, 2023 @ College Function Hall)

Guidelines:
1. Official classic guitar (nylon string) will be used.
2. The music piece shall be any of the following:
Kundiman
Balitaw
Filipino Folk Song/Music
Classic Filipino Love Song
Danza
3. The contestant shall play the instrument without any back-up, accompaniment or background music. No electronic device/pitch
up.
4. The title of the piece, arranger, composer, and song writer must be given to the board of judges before the performance. The
master of ceremonies shall announce the title of the piece.
5. Time starts on the first note produced using the solo instrument or accompaniment. Performance shall be 3 – 5 minutes. Beyond
this limit, a total of five (5) points will be deducted from the total score of each judge.
6. Judges decision is final.

Criteria for judging:

Technique (Intonation & Clarity of tone) . ……………………………… 30%

Mastery (Fidelity of the score)………………….………………….. 30%
Artistic Quality (Expression & Interpretation) ………………….. 30%
Stage Deportment ………………………………………… 10%
Total 100%

INSTRUMENTAL SOLO – FLUTE

(Reviewed, discussed, & finalized during the meeting last October 11, 2023 @ College Function Hall)

Guidelines:
1. The music piece shall be one straight piece and any of the following:
Kundiman
Classic Filipino Love Song
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 Popular OPM Music (Ryan Cayabyab, George Canseco, Louie Ocampo)
Balitaw
Filipino Folk Song/Music
Harana
Danza
2. The contestant shall play the instrument without any back-up, accompaniment or background music. No electronic device/pitch up.
3. The title of the piece, arranger, composer, and song writer must be given to the board of judges before the performance. The master
of ceremonies shall announce the title of the piece.
4. Time starts on the first note produced using the solo instrument or accompaniment. Performance shall be 3 – 5 minutes. Beyond
this limit, a total of five (5) points will be deducted from the total score of each judge.
5. Any external gadgets are not allowed.
6. Judges decision is final.

Criteria for judging:

1. Technique (Intonation & Dexterity) . ……………………………… 30%

2. Mastery (Fidelity of the score)………………….………………….. 30%
3. Artistic Quality (Expression & Interpretation) ……………………. 30%
4. Stage Deportment ………………………………………………….. 10%
Total 100%

Vocal Solo (Kundiman)

(Reviewed, discussed, & finalized during the meeting last October 11, 2023 @ College Function Hall)

Guidelines:
1. The contestant must be a bona fide student (male or female) of the institution.
2. The song shall be one straight KUNDIMAN to be chosen from the following songs only.
a. Ako’y Ibong Sawi by Buencamino
b. Madaling Araw by Nicanor Abelardo
c. Kung Hindi Man ni Nicador Abelardo
d. Nasaan Ka Irog? Ni Narciso Asistio
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 e. Malungkotang Maya by Jose Estrella
f. Pakiusap ni Francisco Santiago
g. Kundiman by Abdon
h. Kundiman Ng Luha
i. Ang Aking Bayan by San Pedro
j. Bayan Ko (Ako ay Pilipino)
k. Kundiman (Ako’y Anak ng Dalita) By Santiago
l. Pahiwatig
3. Live accompaniment may be used. Accapella is not allowed. Minus one is allowed as long as it is in piano setting.
4. Delivery is for 3 – 7 minutes.
5. Three (3) copies of the contest piece must be submitted to the registration committee on August 20, 2018.
6. Transposition is NOT allowed.
7. Judges decision is final.
Criteria for Judging:
1. Tone quality (Vocal Technique/Intonation)…………………..………. ………. 45%
2. Musicianship (dynamic, nuances, interpretation, intonation, diction)… ….. 45%
3. Deportment………...…………………………………..………………………… 10%
Total 100%

POP SOLO
(Reviewed, discussed, & finalized during the meeting last October 11, 2023 @ College Function Hall)

Guidelines:
1. The contestant must be a bona fide student of the institution.
2. The piece is one straight published Original Pilipino Music (OPM) song in any language. Rearrangement or
revival of an OPM song is allowed. Revival or adaptations from foreign composition is disallowed.
3. Singing shall be accompanied by a minus-one CD/flash drive, which may or may not have back-up singers.
Multiplex is not allowed. CD’s must be tried out prior to the contest and a back-up copy should be available.
4. Delivery is for 3 – 7 minutes.
5. Judges’ decision is final.

Note: OPM refers to original popular Filipino Music commercially released through various means of mass
media (records, tapes, etc.) and espoused by popular music personalities. Examples are songs written by
George Canseco, Ryan Cayabyab, Willy Cruz, Louie Ocampo, Garry Valenciano, and others, as sung by Kuh
Ledesma, Martin Nievera, Basil Valdez, Celeste Legaspi, Leo Valdez and other Filipino singers.

Criteria:
1. Tone Quality (Vocal Technique/Intonation) - 45%
2. Musicianship - 45%
(Dynamics, nuances, interpretation, intonation, diction)
3. Deportment - 10%
TOTAL 100%

Vocal Duet
(Reviewed, discussed, & finalized during the meeting last October 11, 2023 @ College Function Hall)

Guidelines:
1. The piece is one straight published Original Pilipino Music (OPM) song, either English or Filipino/Visayan.
Published regional songs with translations are allowed. Pieces arranged into a duet are also allowed. Revival or
Adaptations from foreign compositions is disallowed. Failure to follow this rule is subject for disqualification.
2. Contestants maybe:
a.) both males b.) both females c.) a male and a female
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 3. There should be two (2) voice parts.
4. Recorded accompaniment (minus one) in MP3 format should be submitted to the organizer during rehearsal
for compilation. Singing shall be accompanied by a minus one CD/flash drive. Multiplex shall not be allowed. CD’s must
be tried out prior to contest and a back-up copy should be available. Failure to follow this rule is subject for
disqualification.
5. Delivery is for 3 – 7 minutes. One point deduction in each judge for exceeding the time.
6. Judges decision is final.

Criteria for Judging:

1. Tone quality/ Vocal Technique………………………………………………. 25%

2. Blending/ Harmony……………………………………...……………………… 40%
3. Musicianship (Interpretation, Dynamic Phrasing, Diction)…….…… 25%
4. Deportment……………………………………………..…………………………. 10%
Total 100%

SHOW CHOIR
(Reviewed, discussed, & finalized during the meeting last October 11, 2023 @ College Function Hall)

Guidelines:
1. There shall be minimum of 20 singers per group, who are all bona fide
students of the participating team. The penalty is disqualification.
2. Each chorale group will sing one original Pilipino music (OPM) ei-
ther English or Filipino in fast tempo with choreography.

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 3. Medley arrangement is not allowed.
4. Score piece in Acapella arrangement.
5. The voice composition: SOPRANOS, ALTOS, TENORS, and
BASSES (SATB).
6. No alteration of notes for obligatory part and strictly observe and
follow score piece.
7. Maximum allowable time is 6 minutes. An excess of a minute or a
fraction thereof means a deduction of five (5) points per judge.
8. Time starts on the first note and ends on the last note.
9. Hand props is applicable for this event (any light equipments, head
dress, scarf, hats, etc.)
10. The use of wired condenser microphones, choir microphones will
depend on the venue and can be rearranged
11. Submit four (4) copies of choice piece 1 day before the competi-
tion.
12. Criteria for judging are as follows.

CRITERIA %
Tone quality 40
(Intonation & Resonance)
Harmony and Balance
Technique and Interpretation 30
(Syllabication, enunciation, phrasing, tempo, dynamics)
Choreography and appropriate use of hand props and other 20
materials
Deportment 10
Total 100

Song Writing
(Reviewed, discussed, & finalized during the meeting last October 11, 2023 @ College Function Hall)

Guidelines:
1. Each entry must be entirely original (both lyrics & music).
2. The composition should focus on Intramurals theme.
3. The lyrics of the song may either be in Filipino or English.
4. All entries must be submitted with five computerized copies of the lyrics.
5. The song has a maximum of seven (7) minutes and minimum of three (3) minutes. Deduction of one (1)
point in every judge’s score for not following the rule.
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 6. Live accompaniment or recorded may be used.
7. The song must be interpreted by one vocalist.
8. An entry must not have entered the finals of any song competition (including Metro Pop song Festival).
9. A song entry must not have been commercially published, recorded or released and distributed in the
Philippines or abroad.
10. A composer must be a bonafide student of the college.
11. The entries must be submitted to the CASO on or before October 23, 2023.
12. The composer can be the interpreter or can choose any singer within the team. Faculty & staff of the
college are not allowed to be the interpreter/composer.

Criteria for Judging:

1. Musical Content (Melody and its accompanying basic melody)…………………. 40%
2. Lyrics (Body of the verse used in the musical composition)……..…………..……40%
3. Over-all Impact (general appeal of the song entry based on concept,
treatment of subject, structure and unity of musical elements) ………..……20%
Total 100%

LIVE BAND
(Reviewed, discussed, & finalized during the meeting last October 11, 2023 @ College Function Hall)

Guidelines:

1. Each group will perform any published (meaning: played live on-air) Original Pilipino
composed music (Jazz, Alternative Rock, Heavy Metal, Rock and Roll, Ballad) as
long as there are no obscene, lewd or green words in the lyrics. (Note: too much am-

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 plification of instruments that will obscure or over power the volume of the vocals is
not allowed).
2. Each group will perform their choice of music (warm-up song) and a contest piece
(Nosi Balasi by Sampaguita) with a time limit of 8 to 10 minutes. Preparation time/
set-up time is 2 minutes. Beyond this limit, a total of five (5) points will be deducted
from the group’s total score from each judge.
3. Each group will have a minimum of 4 and a maximum of 8 members.
4. Each group must provide their respective instruments except for the drum set which
will be provided by the college. Change of cymbals is allowed. A minimum of 3 am -
plifiers shall also be provided by the organizer for 2 guitars and 1 keyboard.
5. The members of the group may be composed of all males or females, or mixed.
6. Guitar effects are allowed.
7. The use of pyrotechnic gadgets, smoke or combustible materials as props are not al-
lowed.
8. Medley arrangement of songs is not allowed.

CRITERIA FOR THE MAJOR AWARD %

Musicality (harmony, rhythm, sound quality 50
Performance (stage presence, style) 30
Technicalities (handling of instruments) 10
Over-all Impact (includes interpretation) 10
Total 100

CRITERIA FOR BEST VOCALIST %

Musicianship 50
(Are they technically performed successfully with their voice?)
Stage Presence 40
(Does he/she appeared comfortable in front of the audience?)
Preparedness 10
Is the singer appeared ready and prepared to perform?)
Total 100

CRITERIA FOR BEST DRUMMER %

Musicianship 50
(Are they technically performed successfully with their
instruments?)
Stage Presence 40
(Does he/she appeared comfortable in front of the audience?)
Preparedness 10
Is the drummer appeared ready and prepared to perform?)
Total 100

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 CRITERIA FOR BEST BASSIST %
Musicianship 50
(Are they technically performed successfully with their
instruments?)
Stage Presence 40
(Does he/she appeared comfortable in front of the audience?)
Preparedness 10
Is the bassist appeared ready and prepared to perform?)
Total 100

CRITERIA FOR BEST KEYBOARDIST %

Musicianship 50
(Are they technically performed successfully with their
instruments?)
Stage Presence 40
(Does he/she appeared comfortable in front of the audience?)
Preparedness 10
Is the keyboardist appeared ready and prepared to perform?)
Total 100

PAINTING
(Reviewed, discussed, & finalized during the meeting last October 11, 2023 @ College Function Hall)

RULES:
1. Two (2) participants from each team.
2. The painting must be based on the theme provided by the contest head master.
3. The contestant must bring his/her own painting brushes. Any kind of brush will be allowed.
4. The contestants may bring their own water based paints. Only three (3) primary colors (red, blue, &
yellow) and two (2) neutral colors (black & white) shall be allowed.
5. Mixing of colors is allowed.
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 6. No distinguishing mark or name of the contestants shall appear in the entry.
7. Only the contestants are allowed in the contest area.
8. Contest output (artworks) will be the property of NONESCOST - cultural office and proper labelling
for recognition will be given (artist, team & coach).
9. Judges decision is final.
CRITERIA:
Concept 10
Objective / Intent
Knowledge of the Subject Matter
Techniques 10
Mastery of Specific Skills and the Utilization of Media
Composition 10
Organization of Visual Space
Total 30

PENCIL DRAWING
(Reviewed, discussed, & finalized during the meeting last October 11, 2023 @ College Function Hall)

RULES:
1. Two (2) participants from each team.
2. The contestants must use any brand of pencil as long as from 3H, B/2B and/or 6B.
3. Charcoal pencil, eraser, art gunner or equivalent, portrait brush, cotton, tissue paper, sand paper, panto-
graph and air brush are not allowed. Borrowing/sharing or materials during the contest is not allowed.
4. The subject of the contest will be given by the event coordinator or board of judges during the contest
proper.
5. Only the contestants are allowed in the contest venue (CAS Building).
6. No distinguishing mark or name of the contestants shall appear in the entry.
7. Contest output (artworks) will be the property of NONESCOST-cultural office and proper labeling for recogni-
tion will be given (Artist, Team, Coach).
8. Judges decision is final.
CRITERIA:
Concept 10
Objective / Intent
Knowledge of the Subject Matter
Similarity or likeness
Techniques 10
Mastery of Specific Skills and the Utilization of Media
Composition 10
Organization of Visual Space
Total 30
PHOTO
(Reviewed, discussed, & finalized during the meeting last October 11, 2023 @ College Function Hall)

RULES:
1. Two (2) participants from each team.
2. The contestant will provide and use digital camera (DSLR/Mirrorless).
3. The setting of camera will be provided by the head master.
4. The photo subject will be provided by the head master.
5. Editing of photo/picture is not allowed, edited photo will be disqualified.
6. The picture/photo must be taken/shoot by the contestant.
7. The contestants will submit a raw + jpeg file of his/her entry together with an entry form together with a title.
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 8. The contestant may use any aperture (F stop), shutter speed & ISO.
9. The organizer will print the pictures/photo upon verification of entry.
10. The contest duration is for a period of one (1) hour.
11. Only the contestants are allowed in the contest venue.
12. The contestants may take as many shots as he/she can however will only submit his/her BEST shot as offi -
cial entry. The contestants will be given a maximum of 15 minutes to select his best shot before submitting
to the organizer.
13. Contest output (photo) will be the property of NONESCOST-cultural office and proper labeling for recognition
will be given (Artist, Team, Coach).
14. Judges decision is final.

CRITERIA:

Concept 10
Creativity/Uniqueness
Originality
Expression
Techniques 10
Clarity of the Subject
Artistic Merit
Composition 10
Organization of Visual Space
Over-all Impact
Total 30

MOBILE PHOTOGRAPHY
(Reviewed, discussed, & finalized during the meeting last October 11, 2023 @ College Function Hall)

RULES:
1. Two (2) participants from each team.
2. The photo subject will be based from Intramurals theme.
3. Editing of photo/picture is not allowed, edited photo will be disqualified.
4. The picture/photo must be taken/shoot by the contestant.
5. The contestants will submit a raw + jpeg file of his/her entry together with an entry form together with a title.
6. The contestant may use any aperture (F stop), shutter speed & ISO.
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 7. The organizer will print the pictures/photo upon verification of entry.
8. The contestants may take as many shots as he/she can however will only submit his/her BEST shot as official
entry.
9. Contest output (photo) will be the property of NONESCOST-cultural office and proper labeling for recognition will
be given (Artist, Team, Coach).
10. Judges decision is final.

Concept 10
Creativity/Uniqueness
Originality
Expression
Techniques 10
Clarity of the Subject
Artistic Merit
Composition 10
Organization of Visual Space
Over-all Impact
Total 30

ON-THE-SPOT POSTER MAKING

(Reviewed, discussed, & finalized during the meeting last October 11, 2023 @ College Function Hall)

RULES:
1. Two (2) participants from each team.
2. The poster must be based on the theme provided by the organizer.
3. The contestant must bring his/her own painting brushes, easel, mixing plate, palette and rugs. Any
kind of brush will be allowed.
4. The contestants will bring their own water based paints (acrylic) and 17 x 20 inches size framed
canvass. Only three (3) primary colors (red, blue, & yellow) and two (2) neutral colors (black &
white) shall be allowed.
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 5. Mixing of colors is allowed.
6. No distinguishing mark or name of the contestants shall appear in the entry.
7. Only the contestants are allowed in the contest area.
8. Contest output (artworks) will be the property of NONESCOST - cultural office and proper labelling
for recognition will be given (artist, team & coach).
9. Judges decision is final.
CRITERIA:
Concept 10
Objective / Intent
Knowledge of the Subject Matter
Relevance to the Theme
Techniques 10
Mastery of Specific Skills and the Utilization of Media
Composition 10
Organization of Visual Space
Total 30

CHARCOAL RENDERING
(Reviewed, discussed, & finalized during the meeting last October 11, 2023 @ College Function Hall)

RULES:
1. Two (2) participants from each team.
2. The contestant must bring his/her own materials and use the illustration board with size 15” x 20”.
3. Pantograph, air brush, ruler, and the like are not allowed.
4. The contest head master will decide for the subject (portrait picture).
5. All contestants will be given a portrait picture individually by the head master during the contest proper.
6. Only the contestants are allowed in the contest venue.
7. No distinguishing mark or name of the contestants shall appear in the entry.
8. Contest output (artworks) will be the property of NONESCOST-cultural office and proper labeling for recogni-
tion will be given (Artist, Team, Coach).
9. Judges decision is final.
CRITERIA:
Concept 10
Objective / Intent
Knowledge of the Subject Matter
Similarity or likeness
Techniques 10
Mastery of Specific Skills and the Utilization of Media
Composition 10
Organization of Visual Space
Total 30
PAGSULAT NG SANAYSAY
(Reviewed, discussed, & finalized during the meeting last October 11, 2023 @ College Function Hall)

MGA PANUNTUNAN NG TIMPALAK:

1. Ibibigay ng lupon ng inampalan ang paksa ng kompetisyon sa lugar na pagdarausan.

2. Ang dami ng salita ay hindi hihigit sa 1,500 at hindi naman kukulangin sa 1,000. May karampatang bawas ng
dalawang (2) puntos mula sa kabuuang hatol na binigay ng tatlong hurado.
3. Ang mga kalahok ay bibigyan lamang ng dalawang (2) oras sa pagbuo ng diwa o komposisyon.
4. Ang mga kalahok ay may libreng papel at panulat na may kalakip na bilang at permado ng komite ng paligsahan,
ngunit ito ay ibabalik matapos ang pagsusulat. Hindi kailangang isulat ang pangalan at paaralan ng kinatawan.

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 5. Ang pagdadala ng anumang aklat, talatinigan at iba pang bagay na maaring pagkunan ng ideya sa loob ng pagda-
rausan ng timpalak ay hindi pinahihintulutan o pahihintulutan.
6. Ang mga taong walang kaugnayan sa paligsahan ay hindi pahihintulutang pumasok sa bulwagan o silid ng pagdarau-
san ng paligsahan. Ang mga miyembro ng komite at mga kalahok lamang ang may karapatang pumasok.
7. Ang resulta ng paligsahan ay ilalagay sa “tally board” pagkatapos mapilian ng lupon ng inampalan.
8. Ang hatol ng lupon ng inampalan ay pinal at hindi mababago.
PANUNTUNAN SA PAGHATOL:

50% - Nilalaman (Kaugnayan sa paksa, kalinawan sa paglalahad at

orihinalidad.)
30% - Organisasyon (Kaisahan, pagkakaugnay at diin)
20% - Mekaniks (Wastong gamit ng mga salita, bantas, baybay at pagpili
ng mga wastong mga salita.)
100% Kabuuan

DAGLIANG TALUMPATI
(Reviewed, discussed, & finalized during the meeting last October 11, 2023 @ College Function Hall)

MGA PANUNTUNAN NG TIMPALAK:

1. Ang paksa ng talumpati ay ibibigay ng Lupon ng inampalan sa araw ng paligsahan. Isang tanong lamang ang
sasagutin ng mga kalahok.
2. Ang kalahok ay bibigyan ng sampong (10) minutong paghahanda at limang (5) minutong paglalahad. Isang puntos sa
bawat hurado ang ibabawas sa bawat isang minutong kulang at sobra sa paglalahad.
3. Ang paglalahad ay maaring sa paraan ng pakikipag – usap (conversational) o patalumpati (oratorical) o maaring
pinagsamang pakikipag-usap at patalumpati.
4. Hindi maaring gumamit ng sound effects, background o props.
5. Ipinagbabawal sa mga kalahok ang pagsusuot ng uniporme ng kolehiyo o unibersidad.
6. Ang hatol ng inampalan ay pinal.
PANUNTUNAN SA PAGHATOL:

40% - Nilalaman
(Kaugnayan sa paksa, Kabuuan at Kaayusan ng diwa, kalinawan)
40% - Paglalahad
(Tinig, Pagbigkas, Akmang gamit ng mga salita)
20% - Tikas o Personalidad
(Tindig, tiwala sa sarili, kilos o tuwirang pakikipag-ugnayan)
100% Kabuuan

PAGKUKUWENTO
(Reviewed, discussed, & finalized during the meeting last October 11, 2023 @ College Function Hall)

MGA PANUNTUNAN NG TIMPALAK:

1. Ang kwento ay original o di orihinal na katha at nakatuon sa tema ng intramurals sa taong ito. Ang
nabuong piyesa ay isusumite sa secretariat sa October 20, 2023 at maibalik kaagad ito matapos
maaprubahan. Ang kumpirmasyon na naaprubahan ang sinumeteng katha para sa pagkukuwento ang ipa-
pakita ng tagasanay sa komite ng rehistrasyon. Ang hindi sumunod sa panuntunang ito ay may limang pun-
tos na ibabawas ng bawat hurado.
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 2. Ang kwento ay dapat pang-antas tersyarya. Ang mga sumusunod ay mahigpit na ipinagbabawal: Pabula,
Epiko, Alamat, Kurido at pinagtagpi-tagping dialoging galing sa teleserye o pelikula.
3. Ang pagkukwento ay magaganap sa loob ng 5 hanggang 7 minuto. Babawasan ng 1 puntos ang bawat 30
segundong lampas o lukang na oras sa pagkukuwento.
4. Walang anumang epektong teknikal na gagamitin tulad ng musika, o tunog. Wala ring gagamiting larawan o
anumang sining biswal.
5. Nasadiskresyon ng tagapagkwento kung siya ay uupo o tatayo. Iwasan ang sobrang galaw o kilos.
6. Ang kasuotan ay angkop sa piyesa at naayon sa pamantayang moral at etikal.
7. Iwasan ang mga salitang bulgar na hindi akma sa pormal na bigkas.
8. Ang hatol ng inampalan ay pinal at hindi mapasusubalian.

PANUNTUNAN SA PAGHATOL:

40% - Kakayahan sa Pagbigkas

(Tiwala sa sarili, kaalaman, kasanayan, kalinawan)
40% - Kahusayan sa pagbibigay buhay sa papel na ginagampanan
ng mga tauhan sa kwento
20% - Hikayat sa Madla
100% Kabuuan

PAGSULAT NG ISKRIP
(Reviewed, discussed, & finalized during the meeting last October 11, 2023 @ College Function Hall)

Mga Panuntunan ng Timpalak:

1. Ang patimpalak ay bukas sa mga mag-aaral ng NONESCOST.

2. Ang bawat kolehiyo ay mayroong isang kalahok o manunulat.
3. Ang bawat kalahok ay may apat na oras sa pagsulat.
4. Ang gagawing iskrip ay orihinal.
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 5. Ang iskrip ay dapat na may sumusunod na pormat:
 Font style – Arial
 Font Size – 12
 Spacing – Single
 Long Size Bondpaper (8.5x13”)
 1” margin all sides
6. Ang wikang gagamitin ay Filipino.
7. Ang iskrip ay hindi lalagpas sa dalawang (2) pahina.
8. Ang manunulat ay maaaring pumili ng anumang paksa o tema na ang genre ay realistic
drama.
9. Iwasan ang mga salitang bulgar na hindi akma sa pormal na bigkas.
10. Ang hatol ng inampalan ay pinal at hindi mapasusubalian.

Panuntunan sa Paghatol:

30% - Kwento (Pamagat, Tema, Tunggalian)

30% - Orihinalidad at Organisasyon
20% - Karakterisasyon at Dayalog
20% - Istilo at Teknik
100% Kabuuan

Essay Writing
(Reviewed, discussed, & finalized during the meeting last October 11, 2023 @ College Function Hall)

Guidelines:
1. The board of judges will provide the topics of the essay at the venue of the
competition.
2. The essay shall be written in English in not less than 600 words but not more than
800 words. Corresponding deduction will be given to entries that did not reach the
minimum number of words. Deduction of two (2) points from the accumulated score

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 of the 3 judges shall be applied when the words used are less than 600 or more than
800 words.
3. The contestants shall be given two (2) hours to develop the composition.
4. The contestants shall be provided with computers.
5. The contestants will use a contest number. The same number will be written on
another piece of paper together with their real name and the department they come
from. This will be used for verification of the winners later.
6. No books, materials, dictionaries, gadgets, laptop and the like shall be brought inside
the contest venue.
7. No grammar & spelling check on the computer.
8. No person shall be allowed inside the contest venue except the contestants and the
proctors.
9. The result of the contest will be posted on the tally board immediately after the
judges have finished rating them.
10. The judge’s decision is final.

Criteria for Judging:

Content 50
(Relevance to the theme, Comprehensiveness, Originality, Insights)
Relevance to the theme – connection, significance of the issue being
discussed.
Comprehensiveness – how complete and detailed the writer’s
exposition of the topic.
Originality – Uniqueness, novelty and authenticity of ideas.
Insights – a fresh way of looking at things, critical view of the subject.
Organization 30
(Clarity of Thoughts, Creativity, Unity and Consistency)
Clarity of Thoughts – use of simple and appropriate words to convey
ideas or issues.
Creativity – the use of appropriate devices and expressions in the
exposition of the subject.
Unit & Consistency – ability to highlight the focal point.
Mechanics 20
(Punctuation, Spelling, Capitalization, Grammar)
- the correct use of punctuation, capitalization and grammar.
Total 100

SCRIPT WRITING CONTEST

(Reviewed, discussed, & finalized during the meeting last October 11, 2023 @ College Function Hall)

GUIDELINES:
1. There must be one (1) writer from each team.
2. The writer must be a bonafide student of the College.
3. The writer must write an original script for short film.
4. The writer has 4 hours to write the script.
5. The script must be computerized with Arial font, size 12 and use single space. Use the
8.5” x 13” writing space in the MS Word (long size bond paper) with 1” margin all sides.
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 6. The required number of pages of the script is two (2).
7. Use the English language as the medium.
8. The writer can use any topics/themes as long as the piece is in realistic drama as the
genre.

CRITERIA:

TITLE 5%

PREMISE 10%

STRUCTURE 10%

STORY 10%

PACE & TONE 10%

CHARACTERIZATION 10%

THEME 10%

CONFLICT 10%

WRITING CRAFT 10%

ORIGINALITY & CREATIVITY 10%

OVER-ALL READABILITY 5%
TOTAL 100%
Source: http://www.pageturnerscreenplays.com/judges

Extemporaneous Speech
(Reviewed, discussed, & finalized during the meeting last October 11, 2023 @ College Function Hall)

Mechanics & Rules of the Contest:

1. The topic shall be given on the spot by the judges. The judges shall give the common
topic to the start of the competition related to current events whether local, national or
international.
2. The contestants shall be given ten (10) minutes to prepare and three (3) minutes
minimum to five (5) minutes maximum to deliver.
 There shall be three rooms (i.e. waiting, preparation and delivery).
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  The contestants are not allowed to have any gadget (e.g. cellphone, tablet,
etc.).
 The undertime and overtime deductions shall apply.
 A timer accessible to the contestant, judges and audience shall be
provided.
 The contest master is accountable to the sanctity of the competition.
 There will be point deduction of one (1) point for every ten (10) seconds
undertime or overtime from the respective judges’ total score before
determining the rank of the contestants.
3. The style of the delivery shall be conversational, oratorical or a combination of both.
Dramatic style is considered as disqualified.
4. The contestant should not wear his/her school uniform. Business attire is encouraged.
5. Use of sound effects, microphones and props are disallowed.
6. After the deliberation of the members of the board of judges, the judge’s decision is
final.

Criteria:
Content, clear organization …………………………………………………………… 35%
Delivery ………………………………………………………………………………… 35%
Pronunciation, enunciation, diction ……………………………………………………. 20%
Stage presence (eye contact, poise, personality) ……………………………… 10%
Total 100%

Story Telling
(Reviewed, discussed, & finalized during the meeting last October 11, 2023 @ College Function Hall)

Guidelines:
1. Each team must submit three titles to the contest head master. If original, the copy of the story will be
submitted also. From the submitted stories, the contest head master shall select five stories as official
entries and announce to the contestants/teams & judges.
2. All five (5) story pieces must be read and be studied by the contestants within preparation period.
3. A story piece among all the five (5) stories will be drawn by the contestant five minutes after the ongoing
speaker has started his/her delivery. Drawing of the story pieces will be conducted inside the holding room.
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 4. The delivery must be done by a recounting of the original story pieces. A minimum of seven (7) minutes and
a maximum of ten (10) minutes of delivery time is given to each contestant.
5. One (1) point shall be deducted from the contestant’s total score every judge for every 30 seconds of under
time and over time of his/her delivery.
6. Movement is confined to either sitting or standing throughout the delivery. No low level movements. One
point shall be deducted from the accumulated judges’ score for every violation of movement.
7. Appropriate attire with moral and ethical standards is required.
8. No sound effects, background music, or props are allowed to support the story.
9. Official titles for Storytelling contest are:
9.1. ________________________;
9.2. ________________________;
9.3. ________________________;
9.4. ________________________.
10. Judges decision is final.

Criteria for Judging:

Adherence to the Storyline 25%
Adequate of details recounted.
Pertinence of details to the original story.
Chronological and logical order of the story’s events
Creativity of recounting the story’s plot.
Elucidation of imagery
Delivery 25%
Elicitation of emotions and expressions for the character played.
Spontaneity and naturalness of delivery
Poise and confidence
Facial expressions, gestures, and eye contact
Elicitation and sustainability of audience’s interest
Language Skills 25%
Suitability of Language
Vividness of Language
Grammatical Correctness
Pronunciation and Enunciation
Phrasing
Voice 25%
Variation of Voice across characters
Voice Projection
Clarity
Voice Quality
Sufficiency of Variety in Rate, Pause and Pitch
Total 100%
RADIO DRAMA
(Reviewed, discussed, & finalized during the meeting last October 11, 2023 @ College Function Hall)

Guidelines:
1. Contestants should present an original radio program written by students. The drama is to be prepared as a presentation over a radio
station. The script must follow the annexed sample format.
2. No more than five (5) players and/or student technicians may be involved.
3. Contestants may portray more than five characters.
4. Contestants will perform the presentation before a panel of Judges. But the characters will not be seen by the judges. Voice Actors
may not memorize the lines.

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 5. The drama must convey a moral or character-building theme on youth, family, unity and values. The radio drama should be suitable
for general listeners. Please strictly follow the ethics on KBP Radio Code.
6. Background music and canned sound effects may be used.
7. Copies of script-three (3) typed, double-spaced copies must be submitted as an early entry.
8. Performance time is ten (10) minutes maximum. If competition play exceeds the (10) minutes maximum time limit, the contestant will
receive a 0.5-point deduction for any portion of thirty (30) second increments outside the allotted time. (For example, a piece timed at
10:01 would receive a half-point deduction from the total score. A piece of 10:31 would receive a deduction of a full point from the total
score.)
9. All equipment, props, sound effects must be provided by the participants. Host will only provide sound system.
10. The medium of language to be used will either be English or Filipino or a combination of the two. Local dialects can be used but trans -
lation be provided in the script.
11. Five minutes time allotment will be given for the group to set up.
12. Performance will be behind curtain.
CRITERIA %
RADIO DRAMA SCRIPT 30
Theme Appropriateness - 10
Variety of Characters - 10
Script Flow and Continuity - 10
TECHNICAL QUALITY 40
Appropriateness of Sounds -10
Smoothness of production - 10
Precision (Timing, Pacing and Transition) – 15
ARTISTIC QUALITY 40
Voice Inflections and Creativity - 20
Clarity of Delivery - 10
Audience Appeal - 10

ANNEX A
Radio Drama Script Format
Scene One : Spacious Reception Area
MUSIC : FOREBODING THEME, ESTABLISH, CONTINUE UNDER
SOUND : APPROACHING FOOTSTEPS ON THE SURFACE
CBC MAILMAN : Here’s Mail! Looks like a lot of scripts!
RECEPTIONIST : Thank you. I will deliver these immediately to the appropriate script editors.

HINTS FROM THE RADIO PROGRAM PARTICIPANTS

Remember when presenting your program:
1. The audience can only hear you, not see your face (gestures and facial expressions are no value, so stress inflections).
2. Avoid background distractions such as cracking or shuffling papers, scraping chairs, or clearing throat.
3. Make a presentation with a specific audience in mind (children, teens, or adults).
4. Practice until you are thoroughly familiar with your script before making a recording in order to avoid monotones and mechanical
expressions.
5. Avoid long pauses or “dead time”, pronounce words clearly, and don’t mumble.
6. Speak into the microphone at the appropriate distance to avoid cracking, distortion, or breathing sounds.
7. Prepare your script carefully, giving attention to introduction, body, and the conclusion to the intended “message” is conveyed.
8. Present your radio program so that is comes alive for the listening audience.

SHORT AND SWEET PLAY - DIALOGUE

(Reviewed, discussed, & finalized during the meeting last October 11, 2023 @ College Function Hall)

Guidelines:
1. The category is a presentation of a short play with limited time and number of characters.
2. The play will be limited to a maximum of 6 characters and a minimum of 3 characters. Each player should por -
tray a character.
3. The medium of language to be used will either be English or Filipino or a combination of the two. Local dialects
can be used but translation be provided in the script.
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 4. Technicians, musicians, and all personnel needed for production will be counted in the six-contestant limit.
5. The writer is NOT required to be a part of the cast.
6. No recorded speaking or singing will be permitted in play production.
7. Props, Lights and Costumes – Hand props and a maximum of two movable props (EXAMPLE: One table = 1
set, One chair = 1 set) will be allowed on stage for the duration of the play. Backdrops are not allowed. Per -
formers must wear appropriate costumes. Lighting will use the available room light of the college.
8. Time Limit – Performance time is Ten (10) minutes maximum. If competition play exceeds the (10) minutes
maximum time limit, the contestant will receive a 0.5-point deduction for any portion of thirty (30) second incre -
ments outside the allotted time. (For example, a piece timed at 10:01 would receive a half-point deduction from
the total score. A piece of 10:31 would receive a deduction of a full point from the total score.)
9. Script – Scripts must be original. Five copies of the script must be given to the organizers. The play must have
one or two two scenes. The play should depict or illustrate the theme of family unity, values and youth issues.
Scripts are to be memorized. Media ethics should be observed for appropriate audiences.
CRITERIA %
A. TECHNICAL QUALITY 30
Costuming and makeup - 10
Music and Sound Effects - 10
Use of Props - 10
B. ARTISTIC QUALITY 35
Treatment of Story -5
Voice Quality -5
Movement and Blocking - 10
Characterization - 10
Dramatic Impact -5
C. MESSAGE 35
Storyline - 10
Relevance to the theme - 15
Originality and Creativity - 10
Total 100
Drama is the way characters relate to one another. Therefore, the most important thing in your One-act Play will
be the convincing portrayal of characters. This is the essence of acting. All the elements of other speaking events apply
to the actors in your One-Act Play: movement, gestures, voice inflection, diction, and variety. Perhaps the hardest thing
to master in acting is that appearance of spontaneity that makes the audience believe the scene is happening for the
first time. To create spontaneity, study the way people react to things they hear, and then try to build those natural
reactions in your characters.

SHORT FILM
(Reviewed, discussed, & finalized during the meeting last October 11, 2023 @ College Function Hall)

Guidelines:
1. The short film should not exceed fifteen (15) but not less than five (5) minutes.
2. Downloading short films from internet for submission as entry is strictly not allowed.
3. Participants must be students or with employees of NONESCOST.
4. Minor awards:
4.1. Best Director
4.2. Best Actor
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4.4. Best Supporting Actor
4.5. Best Supporting Actress
4.6. Best Playwright
4.7. Best Story
4.8. Best Cinematography
4.9. Best in Editing
4.10. Best Picture
Criteria:
Artistic Excellence - 70%
Filipino Cultural Sensibility - 15%
Story - 15%
Total 100%

SEARCH FOR MR. & MS. NONESCOST

(Reviewed, discussed, & finalized during the meeting last October 11, 2023 @ College Function Hall)

Guidelines:
1. The search is open to all participating teams.
2. Each team must have a minimum of two pairs & no maximum pairs of contestants to compete.
3. Each candidate must submit a duly signed certification from the college registrar certifying that he or she is:
a. A bonafide student of the department he/she is representing.
b. Of good moral character

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4. Contestant must be single, not in a live-in relationship, never married, divorced or had a marriage annulled. The con-
testant must never born a child, must never have performed any act or engaged in any activity or employment that is
or could be characterized as immoral or indecent.
5. The contest will be held on October 27, 2023 (Friday), 7:00PM at the NONESCOST covered court.
6. Authorized pageant organizers are the only persons allowed in the pageant venues. The technical secretariat will
manage and monitor the activities of the candidates at the pageant venues.
7. Candidates are expected to come in the venue with their make -up & hairstyle. They may opt to change their make-
up/hairstyles or do retouch for the different competition categories provided it should be done by the candidates
themselves. Assigned backstage chaperons are the only persons allowed to assist the candidates in changing the
attires.
8. All contestants and coaches/handlers are required to attend the orientation and registration on October 16, 2023 @
function hall.
9. All contestants will be presented during the opening program wearing their yellow top & “maong” pants with high
heels for female & shoes for male.
10. All contestants should attend the rehearsals & other activities scheduled by the committee. This will be announced
during the orientation.
11. The competition will be divided into four (4) categories:
a. Production Number (attires to be decided by the committee)
b. Swim Wear (to be prepared by the committee)
c. Formal Wear
d. Interview
12. For the question and answer portion.
a. The ability to answer the questions will be based on the depth, meaning and substance of the answer given
by the candidates.
b. The candidates may respond to the questions in either English or Filipino.
13. A close door preliminary interview will be conducted & judged.
14. The criteria for judging the production number, swim wear, formal wear & interview are the following:
A. Production Number
Beauty of Face - 50%
Projection of womanhood/manhood - 25%
Performance - 15%
Poise & Personal Bearing - 10%
Total 100%
B. Swim Wear
Beauty of Face - 50%
Proportion (exuding a well-balanced figure, and adhering to a healthy lifestyle - 20%
Posture (the ability to maintain grace under pressure) - 15%
Presentation (delivery of the swimsuit he/she is wearing) - 15%
Total 100%
C. Formal Wear
Beauty of Face - 50%
Projection of womanhood/manhood - 30%
Poise & Personal Bearing - 10%
Over-all Impact - 10%
Total 100%
D. Interview
Intellectual Capacity (depth, meaning & substance of the answers) - 80%
Delivery - 20%
Total 100%
15. The general criteria for the contest are as follows:
A. Preliminary Round:
a. Production Number - 25%
b. Swim Wear - 25%
c. Formal Wear - 25%
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Total 100%
B. Final Round (Top 7)
a. Beauty - 50%
b. Ability to answer the final question (depth, meaning & substance of the answers) - 50%
Total 100%
16. During the pageant night, the contestants should be ready at the venue one hour before the start of the program.
Failure to comply with this means disqualification from the contest.
17. Only the official photographers & videographers chosen by the committee are allowed to take photos & videos in a
designated area.
18. The following deductions from the accumulated total score of the judges must be applied to any candidate who
committed tardiness or absences in every practice or activity. However, fifteen (15) minutes grace period is given.
5 points for late in every rehearsal or activity, and
10 points for absent in every rehearsal or activity.
19. Failure to follow the guidelines except the items with deductions will result to disqualification.
20. The decision of the board of judges is final.
21. Minor awards are the following:
a. Best in Production Number
b. Best in Swim Wear
c. Best in Formal Wear
d. Best in Interview
22. Major awards are the following:
a. Ambassador & Ambassadress for Service
b. Ambassador & Ambassadress for Excellence
c. Ambassador & Ambassadress for Creativity & Innovation
d. Ambassador & Ambassadress for Accountability & Openness
e. Ambassador & Ambassadress for Respectfulness
f. Ambassador & Ambassadress for Gender Responsiveness
g. Mr. & Ms. NONESCOST 2023
23. Each pair of candidates must prepare One Thousand Seven Hundred Pesos (P1, 700.00) for the swim wear attire.
The deadline of the payment will be on October 18, 2023.

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