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The Master of Ceremony must be organized and prepared. A list of the order of events is important so he/she should follow etiquette as well as speak with the bride and groom days or weeks before the wedding to determine any special order of events and any specific events that will be happening and need announcing.
When the MC arrives at the reception hall, he/she should check to make sure the microphone is in working order and set it so that it works for him/her specifically. In advance, he should practice the names of the people who he must announce and know the relationships of the people to the bride and groom.
He/she must also be able to change direction if necessary and get the proceedings back on track. For example, if someone not listed in the events stands up and says they want to say a few words, the MC needs to be flexible and work that event into the schedule. People will unexpectedly jump in so the MC needs to remain calm and "go with the flow". In addition, he/she must also know when to get things back on track politely but firmly giving instructions to the guests.
Specific Duties of the Master of Ceremonies
keep things running smoothly and on time
get everyone lined up in the receiving line in proper order
get people seated for the bridal entrance and direct guests to any special seating
moving from cocktails to dinner - having people get settled and seated
entrance of the wedding party, couple and parents into the reception hall
welcome people to reception and introduce them to the bride and groom
introduce the parents of the bride and groom
announce the wedding party
announce and introduce guests
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