The wedding MC does not just give a speech, nor does he or she simply tell a few jokes. At a typical wedding the MC will be required to perform a variety of tasks; introduce head table and special guests, provide humor, introduce individuals presenting toasts, read telegrams and greetings from family and friends that could not attend and look after the general flow of events during the reception.

Humor is an expected part of the Wedding MC role. However this does not have to be intimidating. The MC is not expected to be a standup comic. The humor can consist of 4 - 5 jokes, stories or a combination of both that can be spread throughout the presentation Humorous stories about the bride and groom work well. Jokes should be personalized and altered to fit the occasion. In all cases the material used should be in good taste.

Preparation of material should begin as soon as possible. Meetings should be arranged with the bride and groom to ensure that the reception flows according to their wishes. The bride, groom, friends and family are all good sources of material for the MC's presentation. The MC should have a note pad handy at all times. As a rule of thumb, plan to have twice as much material than will be required. The extra material can be used to fill gaps in the program.

The real art to being a good Wedding MC is to ensure that the bride and groom are kept the center of attention. The MC is not the show The MC is the vehicle and the grease to make it run smoothly. The talent, the order of events, the people, and the inventory have all been packaged by the bride and groom. It is the job of the MC to present that package in the most gracious manner possible.