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    You have a good idea for a skit. But, how do you insure a good performance? These suggestions were designed for Cub Scouts but can easily apply to other Scouting Units.

    Sure Fire Steps
    to
    Successful Skit Presentation

    by MaryAnn Gardner

    Step 1. TURN UP THE VOLUME

    This is the most important item in a skit that has dialogue. You can't enjoy a skit you can't hear. Work with your Scouts (especially Cub Scouts) to speak louder than normal. The volume will be just right for a crowded pack meeting or campfire.

     

    Step 2. SET SPEED LIMITS

    If Scouts talk too fast, their words tend to slur together. Remind those who do, to talk slower.

     

    Step 3. USE A RECIPE

    Don't expect memorization - especially if dialogue is lengthy. If needed, write the words on a 3x5 index (recipe) card for each Scout. It is better to be able to read your part than to be embarrassed because you forgot and the skit couldn't continue.

     

    Step 4. GET THE LAST LAUGH

    Remind your Scouts to wait until the laughter stops before continuing to speak so that everyone will hear the words.

     

    Step 5. OVERACT ONSTAGE

    Always exaggerate! BIG smiles - BIG frowns - LOUD cries, etc.

     

    Step 6. KISMIF

    That old Scouting word is important here. Keep it simple, make it fun. Re-arrange, change, delete, - whatever. But, always simplify, simplify, simplify.

     

    Step 7. PRACTICE MAKES COMFORTABLE

    Keep practices short, but, for new Scouts practice more than once.

     

    Step 8. TO EACH HIS OWN

    Part in the skit, that is. Make sure everyone in your den or patrol has something to do in the skit.

     

    Step 9. REMEMBER, BOBCATS AREN'T BOLD

    Sometimes new Scouts (whether Bobcats or Tenderfoots) may be hesitant and shy about doing anything in front of a group. If you are a den leader, stand up with your Cubs the first time to give them moral support. A Tenderfoot will manage if other Scouts are on stage with him. If a Scout is extremely shy involve him in his first skit with something to do other than a speaking part.

    Give your Scouts a good experience in the beginning
    and soon you can sit back and enjoy the show.

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    Do you have a other tips on Successful Skits?  Please share them with the SCOUTER community by using the Comments and Suggestions Link below.

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