The Art of Compering
A Compere
a) The person who comperes a show, introduces the
programme and the participants, is called as the master of ceremonies,
abbreviated as MC or emcee, or the Compere, anchor, announcer, and microphone
controller.
b) He or she is mediator, announcer and coordinator of
the event.
c) ‘The Master of Ceremonies’ is an apt description of
the anchor as he/ she is the formal host and the felicitator of the event.
d) A person who entertains the audience and introduces the different performers in a show.
Roll of Compere
1) Role of an emcee is to warm of the crowd and give
them an idea about the programme ahead.
2) He/ She is there to glorify the performance of all
the performers with his/her appropriate, positive comments and appreciation,
and hence it is his unsaid role, to ensure enthusiasm among the viewers with
active response in the form of an applause.
3) He has to make sure that there are smooth
transitions between different segments of the programme.
Difference between anchoring, compering, hosting and public speaking
Anchoring:
The persons speaking in television programs, news
debates, a radio jockey etc. are doing anchoring.
Compering:
The persons speaking in prize distribution, annual
gatherings, product launch, fresher's welcome party, wedding, birthday party,
anniversary, award shows etc. are doing compering.
Hosting programme:
Persons speaking in talk shows, game shows, quiz
shows, reality shows, fashion shows, open mic events etc. are hosting a
programme.
Public speaking:
Persons speaking for motivating people, in public
meetings, in legislative assemblies, in public
addresses, in speech and elocution competitions, storytelling, standup comedy
etc. are called public speaking.
Qualities needed for a
1) Compering requires language fluency, clarity of
thoughts and confidence.
2) A basic understanding of the nature and tone of the
event is a must.
3) A simple but dignified style with words that come
from the heart.
4) Ability to deal / work with the technicians, event
organisers, guest speakers.
Activity:
Imagine that you are a compere of a ‘Prize
Distribution Ceremony’ of your college. Write a script of the same.
You can take help of the following points.
1. Introduction – A brief introduction of the
programme / function / show.
2. Welcome speech – Welcome of all guests.
Felicitation – felicitation of the guests (the
principal, vice principal etc.)
3. Lighting the lamp
4. Welcome song
5. Main events
6. Vote of thanks
See answer in the following Activity Work Book
Price: Activity Work Book- Std. XII
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Std. XI- Price Rs. 280 + Courier / Post Rs. 50 = Rs. 330
Send money to Prof. Tushar Chavan by using Google pay or Phone Pe. to 9850737199
Send full name, address with pin code to the same number on Whats App.
No. 9850737199
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