Half of being an MC is confidence. Below are simple ways I went from occasional periods of awkwardness to having a room of 150+ in the palm of my hands. Trust me when I say that commanding your room is electrifying.
MC Principles – The 80/20
- Get out on the floor from behind your DJ booth
- Simple opening address to command the room (below)
- Practice, Practice, Practice in your car on the way
- Use inflection to garner applause instead of asking
- Ask guests to stand between the Wedding Party and B&G
- Include the relation of your VIPs on your final sheet
- Confirm Maid of Honor vs Matron of Honor
- Smile! It shines through your voice
- Strong posture, positive body language
Sample Introduction Script
“Good Evening”
*Wait for talking to dip*
“Good evening. My name is Dan, I’m going to be your master of ceremonies for the night, and I’d like to formally welcome you to Mark & Kristen’s wedding!”
*fantastic applause*
“Let’s keep that energy up because we are going to introduce our VIPs, Brian can you give us some music!”
*music begins, introduce wedding party*
