So what does the Master of Ceremonies do exactly at a wedding? If you have been asked to take on this role you should feel honored as possibly you've been asked as the bride-to-be and bridegroom hold you in high esteem, not because they are attempting to embarrass you in from of their buddies and family.
In the 1st think to recollect is that the role isn't about being a comic. Many folks who are asked to take on the job think it's their chance to shine as a stand up comic, and indeed, it is appreciated if the Wedding MC does try and make folk giggle; even more so if they find him funny!
But that isn't the main role at all. Wedding MC obligations really are to be sure the entire day goes smoothly and to sort any of the inevitable hiccups that happen in the background so the bride-to-be and bridegroom can just enjoy their day.
That suggests as Wedding MC you'll potentially have to make some announcements during the day to make certain guests know what is happening, where it's occur and what, if anything, they're supposed tio do.
As an example, the Wedding Line. Where is it ("in the room to the right"); when is it ("in two minutes but don't rush as there are all of the guests to meet so join the line when you are ready"); and what is anticipated of the guests ("you'll meet the bride-to-be and groom as well as the other members of the marriage party").
You will also need to watch the clock and if anybody requires something they will have to know to contact you and that includes the marriage party as well as guests.
One thing you may have to do is announce each speaker when the wedding speeches occur. Ensure you know who is who and write their names down so you don't make a fool of yourself. You may or may not have to give your own speech, and often that is dependent upon whether or not you are also the best man as the 2 roles can easily be combined.
Whatever occurs prepare, relax on the day and like it; it is not the special day after all.
In the 1st think to recollect is that the role isn't about being a comic. Many folks who are asked to take on the job think it's their chance to shine as a stand up comic, and indeed, it is appreciated if the Wedding MC does try and make folk giggle; even more so if they find him funny!
But that isn't the main role at all. Wedding MC obligations really are to be sure the entire day goes smoothly and to sort any of the inevitable hiccups that happen in the background so the bride-to-be and bridegroom can just enjoy their day.
That suggests as Wedding MC you'll potentially have to make some announcements during the day to make certain guests know what is happening, where it's occur and what, if anything, they're supposed tio do.
As an example, the Wedding Line. Where is it ("in the room to the right"); when is it ("in two minutes but don't rush as there are all of the guests to meet so join the line when you are ready"); and what is anticipated of the guests ("you'll meet the bride-to-be and groom as well as the other members of the marriage party").
You will also need to watch the clock and if anybody requires something they will have to know to contact you and that includes the marriage party as well as guests.
One thing you may have to do is announce each speaker when the wedding speeches occur. Ensure you know who is who and write their names down so you don't make a fool of yourself. You may or may not have to give your own speech, and often that is dependent upon whether or not you are also the best man as the 2 roles can easily be combined.
Whatever occurs prepare, relax on the day and like it; it is not the special day after all.
