The competition gives students the opportunity to showcase their talent and build their confidence as performers.
Competition co-convenor Jane Spence said the level of talent in Rotorua was excellent and the future of the performing arts in the city was in good hands.
"It's always fantastic to see the event at this point, after all the families have watched their children and friends performing," she said.
Three adjudicators - Claire Marsh, Colleen Bassett and Deborah O'Neil - judged all of the performances giving feedback and awarding certificates to those achieving the highest marks in each class.
Ms Spence said organisers would like more students to enter.
"Despite its long history, there are still a lot of schools and locals that don't know anything about it. We want people to know there are events like this one for school students interested in speech and drama."
