1. This competition is open to schools under the Ministry of Education, including full and semi residential MARA schools nationwide.

2. This competition is open to Forms 1 – 3 students nationwide.
Note: Students sitting for the Penilaian Menengah Rendah (PMR) in 2008 are advised to consult their teachers and parents before taking part.

3. Participation must be in groups via schools.

4. Each group should consist of a maximum 8 students (inclusive of actors and crew members) and 2 supervising teachers.

5. Schools can send in more than 1 entry but only 1 entry per school will be selected for the regional level competition.

6. Teachers are not allowed to take part in the theatre performances but can be part of the crew.

7. With the exception of Sekolah Menengah Jenis Kebangsaan (SMJK) type schools, each group from participating schools should comprise at least 1 Bumiputera student.

8. Groups that are represented by both male and female students must be accompanied by 1 male and 1 female teacher.

Sensitivity:

The theatre performance must be free from any negative elements and must be sensitive to social, moral, sexual, racial, political and religious elements of Malaysia.

Props and equipment:

Schools are reminded that elaborate and excessive use of props and effects including multimedia presentations are not part of the criteria and will NOT have any influence on the judging process.

1. Harmful/potentially harmful and illegal materials/substances/elements as listed below are strictly prohibited during the theatre performance or at the premises of the competition, both Regional & National levels:-

a. Fire
b. Combustible material including explosives and pyrotechnics
c. Dangerous chemicals and/or chemical compounds that may produce harmful gases, and are corrosive.

School Rules and Regulations as enforced by the Ministry of Education:

1. School Rules and Regulations as enforced by the Ministry of Education will be in force for all teachers, participants and supporters.

2. Those found in violation of these Rules & Regulations will be asked to leave the premises.

 
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