He also wishes everyone to go home safely.This is just my own rough template of what normally happens throughout a traditional Chinese wedding banquet. It is by no means exhaustive. For example, the wedding couple might want to have a dance (Step 13) or maybe the groom might want to sing for the bride, etc…. I put this sample up to show you that an emcee needs to know the entire agenda. And although you are just the emcee, you should ensure that all the details are checked and ready to go because if anything cocks up or malfunctions, the first thing the audience will look to is the emcee. So, make friends with the banquet captain, the tech engineer, the band leader, the best man, the photographer, the videographer, the person in charge of playing the songs/montage/video, etc…. Closing – The emcee congratulates the couple and thanks everyone for coming. Message from the Newly Weds – The emcee invites the newlywed couple to give a message.ġ2. The emcee also facilitates as the guy slides the garter up the leg of the girl.ġ1. He tells everyone that whoever catches the garter meets with the winner in the bouquet toss. Then, he invites the single guys to come forward and join the game. Garter Toss – The emcee also explains the significance of this tradition. At the count of three, the bride throws the bouquet and the ladies try to catch it. Then, he invites all single ladies to move forward and wait behind the bride. Bouquet Toss – The emcee may start by giving everyone some information about the significance of this tradition. The emcee may also talk about the importance of the first dance and what it signifies.ĩ. First Dance – The bride and groom is introduced for their first waltz. Best Man’s Toast to the Bride and Groom – The emcee introduces the best man and tells everyone what’s special about his speech.Ĩ. He also tells everyone that they are getting their share of the cake.ħ. Then, he invites everyone to pay attention as the bride and the groom do the cutting of the wedding cake. Cutting of the Wedding Cake – The emcee may tell something about the cake, especially if it was baked by someone dear to the couple. He may also give instructions about the serving process or who is going to stand yet, if it is a buffet.Ħ. Dinner – The emcee announces that it is dinner time. Father of the Bride’s Speech – The emcee introduces and invites the father of the bride to deliver his speech. Introduction – The emcee introduces the parents and the entourage, in the following order:Ĥ. Wedding Prayer – After the welcome and the introduction, the emcee invites everyone to stand and calls on to the leader of the prayer.ģ. Welcome – The emcee welcomes everyone, including the bride and the groom.
0 Comments
Leave a Reply. |
AuthorWrite something about yourself. No need to be fancy, just an overview. ArchivesCategories |