CHAPTER 9 TWIN PILLARS OF A GREAT MASTER OF CEREMONIES

Question 1

Performance and Procedure

Answer 1

Performance is how an emcee presents himself/herself on stage.
The performance of an Emcee on stage depends on the following:

• Verbal and non-verbal communication
• Body language
• Stage presence - civility, charm and charisma
• Dress
• Poise and posture
• Eye contact
• Charismatic personality
• Vocal variety
• Making the audience laugh
• Waking up the audience
• Keeping energy levels high
• Making the audience feel good.

Question 2

Procedure is how an Emcee acknowledges and practices the
standard processes and protocol of the event.

A professional Emcee is able to understand the procedure and
execute it with precision.

Answer 2

• Formal or informal event
• Fun or serious
• First to arrive, last to leave
• Planning and preparation
• Go through the programme with the organiser
• Seek organiser’s consent if you want to do things differently
• Know how to keep the programme flowing smoothly
• Know how to manage time effectively
• Know how to treat the audience well.
• Recognise the importance of protocol and social etiquette
• Understand correct stage management
• Know how to pronounce the names of speakers

Question 3

Verbal and Non-Verbal Communication