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Tip #1 Always, at least once, mention that the Bridal party look “absolutely” beautiful/stunning!
MASTER OF CEREMONIES (Wedding)
Standard Procedures
STRUCTURAL OUTLINE
This table should be filled in as necessary.
NB: Reordering of events may be required. This table is a common “western” format only.
Time EVENT Description Guests “Called to action”?
MC
required?
Pre‐dinner drinks/Canapés
Guests Enter
Opening Announcements and House Keeping (1)
Entrance of Bridal Party (2)
Entrées
Speeches (3)
Main Meal
Cutting of the Cake (4)
Bridal Waltz(s) (4)
Open Dance Floor
Desert and Coffee/Tea
Throwing of the Bouquet/Garter Belt (4)
Farewell Circle/Arch (4)
Closing Remarks/Last Call (drinks/refreshments)
Tip #2 Lighten the formal mood by asking an informal question, “is everyone having a good night/time?” or “isn’t the food just superb ladies and gentlemen?”.
1. Opening Announcements
Outline: Verbatim (to be read/recited)
Introduce yourself as Master of Ceremonies, introduce the DJ/Band and Function Centre host/manager (as necessary).
Ladies and Gentlemen may have your attention please. A very good evening/afternoon and welcome to today’s wedding reception. My name is _____________ and I will be your Master of ceremonies (MC) for the evening. Please do not hesitate to approach me to ensure your absolute enjoyment of today’s celebration; it is my job to make sure you are well fed and entertained!
To begin with I must deliver some quick notes for house‐ keeping:
(List function centre particulars ).
Thank you very much for your time, Ladies and Gentlemen … (a) or (b).
(a) I will return to you shortly to announce the arrival of the Bridal Party. (Or) (b) It is now time to announce the arrival of the bridal party.
NB: Potential house‐keeping notes.
‐ Location of Toilets
‐Location of Exits
‐Location of wishing well/bridal memorabilia book
‐Special notes for reception format
‐Introduction of Special guests
Tip #2 Lighten the formal mood by asking an informal question, “is everyone having a good night/time?” or “isn’t the food just superb ladies and gentlemen?”.
3. Speeches
Outline: Verbatim (to be read/recited)
Introduce the speech segment of the formalities, introduce and compliment each speaker.
Ladies and Gentlemen may have your attention please. It is now time to, as tradition demands, invite certain members of the Bridal party, to make address the party and toast to the good health of the bride and groom.
(Read, in order, the position and name of each speaker).
Thank you very much for your time, Ladies and Gentlemen … (a) or (b).
(a) I will return to you shortly to announce the announce___________. (Or) (b) The main meal will now be served.
NB: Potential order for speeches.
Order Position Name(s) (insert names here)
Firstly, to make the opening address, I would like to invite the… Father of the Bride
To reply I would like to invite our next speaker, the… Father of the Groom
To reply I would like to invite our next speaker, the… Matron^ of^ Honour
To reply I would like to invite our next speaker, the… Best Man
And finally I would like to invite our last speaker, the… Groom
This order may vary.
Tip #1 Always, at least once, mention that the Bridal party look “absolutely” beautiful/stunning!
4. Other Announcements
Cutting of the Cake
Outline: Verbatim (to be read/recited)
Announce the cutting of the cake, remind the guests that this is a good amateur photograph opportunity.
Ladies and Gentlemen may have your attention please. It is now time for our bride and groom to, as one, cut their ceremonial wedding cake; symbolising their unity in wedlock and the strength of bond that will overcome any obstacles. As our couple makes their way to the table, I would like to invite all amateur photographers to use this opportunity to take a picture of the bride and groom, cutting their wedding cake.
Thank you very much, Ladies and Gentlemen … (a) or (b).
(a) Please take your seats _________________. (Or) (b) It is now time for our next formality.
Bridal Waltz
Outline: Verbatim (to be read/recited)
Announce the bridal waltz, monitor the dance floor and invite others to join the bride and groom upon the request of the couple.
Ladies and Gentlemen, It is now time for our bride and groom to, hand in hand, make their way to the dance floor. It is my great pleasure to introduce to you, dancing for the first time and Husband and Wife, the bride and groom.
(Invite other couples to the dance floor).
Thank you very much, Ladies and Gentlemen … (a) or (b).
(a) Please take your seats _________________. (Or) (b) Desert will be served shortly, please enjoy the music.
NB: Potential dancing couple order.
‐ Parents of the Bride and Groom
‐Bridal Party
‐All other comers
