Overall Performance

• Set a range of possible points from 1 to 20 for overall performance. It is defined as the contestant's ability to present original material that draws a positive response from the audience with personality, originality and poise.
  
  

Audience Response

• Set a range of possible points from 1 to 10 for audience response. It is not based solely on the final applause after the performance, which can be popularity based. Rather, it is judged based on the ability of the contestant to draw the audience into the performance, eliciting a positive response.
  
  

Stage Appearance

• Set a range of possible points from 1 to 10 for stage appearance. A performer that receives a high rating on stage appearance presents himself neatly, cleanly, in character, with confidence, personality and originality.
  
  

Originality

• Set a range of possible points from 1 to 10 for originality. This can be defined as creating a piece of work that is distinctive or different from the other performers. It takes creativity, ingenuity, confidence and personality to present an original piece.
  
  

Personality

• Set a range of possible points from 1 to 10 for personality. It is not just how much the contestant smiles during the performance. It is defined as how much the contestant puts her own heart and character into the performance.
  
  

Time Deduction

• Set a range of possible point deduction from 1 to 5 for time deduction if performance exceeds the allotted time. There may need to be a buzzer to completely cut off contestants who exceed a set time limit during their performance. This can also be defined as disqualifying them from the competition.
  
  

Prepare Judges and Participants

• Provide judges with a tally sheet for scoring, and a brief explanation of every criteria. Provide participants with a sample tally score sheet as well as a brief explanation of every criteria. Ensure there is time for both judges and participants to ask questions about the criteria.