Group and Duologue Timing Rules
Your devised performance has to run for a set length. Learn the timing bands for a duologue and for groups, and why running under the minimum costs you marks.
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How long should it run? 🎬
Your devised performance in Component 1 must run for a set length, and how long depends on how many people are in your group. This module covers the timing bands for a duologue and for groups, and the penalty for running too short.
Words to know 🔑
Four terms run through this topic. Learn them first.
The timing bands 📊
The allowed length depends on the number of performers.
Do not run short 💡
Each group size has a minimum and a maximum time. Running UNDER the minimum brings a mark penalty that grows the further short you fall. Choose the band for your group size and rehearse to length so you finish comfortably inside it.
Match the band 🔗
- Duologue
- Group of 3 to 4
- Group of 5 to 6
- Mark penalty
- 3 to 8 minutes
- 10 to 15 minutes
- 20 to 25 minutes
- Applied for running under the minimum
How long is a duologue? 🎯
How long must a duologue performance run?
- 3 to 8 minutes
- 10 to 15 minutes
- 20 to 25 minutes
- Any length it likes
Match the term 👥
- Duologue
- Group
- Timing band
- Minimum
- A piece performed by two people
- A piece performed by three to six people
- The allowed length range
- The shortest allowed time
Which are true? ✅
Which TWO of these statements about timing are true? Choose all that apply.
- A duologue runs for 3 to 8 minutes
- A group of 5 to 6 runs for 20 to 25 minutes
- There is no minimum time
- A duologue may last 30 minutes
Plan the timing 🪜
An interactive activity.
Complete the sentences 🧩
A _____ has two performers and runs 3 to 8 minutes. A group of 3 to 4 runs 10 to _____ minutes. A group of 5 to 6 runs 20 to _____ minutes. Performing under the _____ time brings a mark _____.
Count the minutes 🔢
An interactive activity.
Spot the true statements 🖍
An interactive activity.
Within the band? 🧭
An interactive activity.
Explain the rules ✍
An interactive activity.