Master Of Ceremonies

Today, many functions and most weddings are formal occasions and during

the wedding reception require someone to co-ordinate, direct and announce the

ceremonial procedings such as the receiving line, speeches and cake cutting.

A Sparkle Master Of Ceremonies is an expert in providing this service.

There are many benefits to having a professional toastmaster at a function.

A professional toastmaster wears ceremonial clothes (most noticably a red tail

coat) thus adding to the pomp and splendour of any event. Experience in

dealing with formal occasions brings the toastmaster's skills in to play, ensuring

the smooth and efficient running of a wedding reception. They discreetly go about

duties and provide confidence and a calming influence on the event.

Toastmasters are also experts on wedding etiquette and protocol, which will

ensure that the members of your bridal party who have roles to fulfil during the

reception do so in the right order and without embarrassment.

Roles and Duties

The toastmaster, whether professional or amateur, is responsible for keeping the

reception running effortlessly and to time, ensuring that events happen in the right

order. A toastmaster will liase with the bridal party, the venue staff and the catering

staff to ensure that everything happens when it is supposed to. Managing these

elements will result in a seamless feel to your celebration.

As well as time keeping, the toastmaster introduces guests to their hosts at the start of the receiving line, and announces meals, speeches, toasts and cake cutting. They may also help guests to find their seats for the wedding breakfast. Having someone with responsibility for these elements of the reception will ensure that the event runs smoothly, eliminating pauses where the bridal party and guests aren't sure what's happening or what to do next.