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A Mask is defined as a removable covering that conceals or partially conceals the face. Mask tech projects are judged on two levels: Novice Mask and Advanced Mask. The only difference between the two levels is that the Advanced Mask level requires the use of a negative-positive plaster relief from an actual actor who will be available to model it. As a general rule, a Novice Mask can be used by anyone, and an Advanced Mask is created to fit and be used by a specific actor on stage.
Both levels require the completion of the following:
1. Mask
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can be constructed out of any medium
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must be functional, useable, and comfortable for the actor. They should NOT be decorative, heavy, cumbersome or impractical pieces
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may be designed for a play from the List of Plays or an actual school production. All designs should be for an actual published play and not from a popular movie design.
2. Project Book that includes
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Design worksheet (see below)
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Typed brief synopsis of the play chosen
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Typed character analysis
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Typed explanation of interest
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Typed description of methodology or approach used to construct the mask
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Reference pictures to show research for ideas and application techniques
3. Advanced Mask Project must also display the negative-positive relief used to make the mask.
Actual School Production AMMENDMENT
If a mask design project (either novice or advanced) is from an actual school production, the specifications must include the following additions:
1. Production photos of the actual mask being used in the show must be included in the Project Book.
2. A program of the play that lists the student’s name as the mask’s designer.
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