The Wonderful Muses Odyssey of the Mind
March 2008
Division I, Elementary School Division
The team took 8th place at Regional competition. Only 1st and 2nd place advance to State competition.
The narrator's costume (skirt, jacket and sleeves) are made out of different colored duct tape.
Problem 3: Classics ... The Wonderful Muses
In Greek Mythology, muses were the source of inspiration for the creative works of artists and scientists. The team's problem is to create and present an original performance that includes one of the nine Greek muses. The Muse will inspire two people during the performance: (1) a historical person who made an actual positive contribution to the world, and (2) an original, team-created person who tries to make a positive contribution to the world. The Muse will use the art form attributed to her during two "moments of inspiration," when all the characters in the scene, except the Muse, will "freeze." The team will also create two original works in that art form to include in the performance.
Cost limit: $125 USD.
