How to conquer those nerves and act like a pro!
When a relative or a close friend asks you to be their wedding mc this is certainly a big compliment but it also places considerable responsibility on your shoulders. After all you have just accepted the offer to be the master of ceremonies for the reception. The success of the nuptial celebrations is in your hands.
Here are some words of advice to help you be a success as the wedding mc.
1. Clearly Identify Your Duties As The Wedding MC
The master of ceremonies is at the helm for ensuring the various events planned for the nuptial party happen in an orderly manner and according to the agreed schedule.
The duties of a mc are not set in stone. It very much depends on the type of nuptial party and the role the bride and groom want you to play. You must get together with the couple and agree, in as much detail as possible, the duties you will undertake.
2. Assemble A Running Sheet
Planning is vital if you are to make a success of your role. The only way you can keep the nerves under control is to know exactly what happens when and where and who’s involved.
You need to prepare a running sheet that shows, minute by minute, what is to happen when, where and with whom.
And you have to liase with all the leading contributors to ensure they know what they have to do and when. For instance, do all those making a speech or toast know how long they have to speak for?
You really do need to put a lot of time and effort to make the role of wedding master of ceremonies seem easy and natural.
3. Don’t Hog The Limelight
Let’s be very clear. You are not part of the nuptial party entertainment. You may organize some party games as a means of helping the guests mix and, yes, you can tell a light hearted joke when introducing a particular ceremony. However, you are not a stand up comedian or a ‘star’ turn.
A successful mc is unassuming letting the limelight clearly fall on the bridal couple.
Never forget that on the day there is only one chance to get it right. You certainly cannot re-run the nuptial party. So you really cannot afford to be without "Wedding Toasts Made Easy & The Wedding MC" book package. It’s the must-have manual that has everything you need to know about being the master of ceremonies at the nuptial party.