INTERNATIONAL
​SPEECH
Since 2005
Festival
HARMONY TREE
Welcome to HTISF
Harmony Tree International Speech Festival (HTISF) is a Drama & Speech competition hosted by HT Canada. This annual global event aims to provide a valuable out-of-classroom experience for students aged 4-18 through poetry, literature, public speaking and theatre.
HTISF is more than just a competition. It is an inspiring journey that students continue to grow and flourish. Its qualifications, recognized by 100+ top institutions worldwide, foster a global perspective for students and provide a significant platform for them to learn and shine.
Verse Speaking
Prose Reading
Public Speaking
Dramatic Duologue
Monologue
15+ Nations Represented
Asia Grand Final Syllabus
VERSE SPEAKING
PROSE READING
PUBLIC SPEAKING
MONOLOGUE
Guidelines & Pieces
- Choose one from the two set pieces.
- Piece must be performed from memory, without holding the script.
- The title, author of the piece and character played have to be announced.
- Performance shall not exceed the time limit.
- Blocking shall be designed and developed.
- Simple set (ie 1 table, 2 chairs) allowed. Bulky items shall be avoided.
DRAMATIC DUOLOGUE
Guidelines & Pieces
- Choose one from the two set pieces.
- Both contestants must perform in the same space simultaneously.
- The piece can be chosen based on interest & ability, regardless of gender.
- Piece must be performed from memory, without holding the script.
- The title, author and each character played have to be announced.
- Performance shall not exceed the time limit.
- Blocking shall be designed and developed.
- Simple set (ie 1 table, 2 chairs) allowed. Bulky items shall be avoided.
Grand Final Arrangements
100 Inspiring Speeches
From March onwards, selected showcase clips from some of our contestants’ most inspiring speeches will be featured on our social media channels — from poetry, literature, to monologues, duologues and public speaking — focusing on the most powerful phrases, gestures, and techniques!
Don’t miss a single moment to get inspired and prepared for HTISF! Follow our Instagram: @harmonytree_canada & @harmonytree_intl for exclusive content!
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HTISF Certificates
Harmony Tree Canada issues HTISF certificates based on the marks and levels achieved by contestants with grades including Distinction, Merit and Pass respectively. Contestants who pass the first round will receive their certificates.
HTISF qualification is recognized by 100+ top institutions from the USA, UK, Canada, Australia, New Zealand and Switzerland, with a number of schools offered entrance or performing arts scholarships exclusively for HT.
HTISF Patrons
