Radio Drama Rubric
Total: 50 points
Needs
Proficient (8 Developing (6
Criteria Excellent (10 pts) Improvement (4 Score
pts) pts)
pts)
Engaging, well-
Basic plot
structured plot Logical plot
structure but Weak or
with clear with some
lacks depth. confusing plot.
Script & conflict, climax, originality.
Dialogue is Dialogue is
Storytelling and resolution. Dialogue is
somewhat ineffective or
Strong dialogue mostly clear
unclear or unnatural.
enhances the and purposeful.
forced.
story.
Mostly clear
Voices are clear, Some difficulty
voices with Voices are
expressive, and in clarity or
good unclear or
Voice Acting match character expression.
expression. monotonous.
& Expression personalities. Limited
Minor pacing or Weak expression
Excellent pacing variation in
articulation and poor pacing.
and articulation. tone.
issues.
Well-timed,
Sound effects
creative, and Some sound Little to no
add to the story
Use of Sound enhances the effects used but sound effects or
but may be
Effects & mood of the do not always music. Poor
slightly
Music drama. Excellent enhance the timing or
mistimed or
use of background story. distracting use.
repetitive.
music.
Seamless
Some lack of
collaboration. Poor
Good teamwork coordination;
Well-rehearsed coordination;
Teamwork & with minimal occasional
and executed frequent
Coordination issues in timing awkward
performance with interruptions or
or coordination. pauses or
smooth confusion.
overlaps.
transitions.
Captivating,
Interesting and Some
unique, and Weak impact;
Overall engaging, originality but
emotionally lacks creativity
Impact & though lacks emotional
engaging. Leaves and audience
Creativity somewhat depth or
a lasting engagement.
predictable. engagement.
impression.
Final Score: ____ / 50