Notes Class 11 Chapter 3.6 Yuvakbharati English Maharashtra Board

The Art of Compering

What is Compering?

• Compering means hosting a show. The compere is like the main person who introduces the program and the people in it. Other names for a compere are MC (Master of Ceremonies), anchor, announcer, or microphone controller.
• The compere’s job is to guide the event, tell the audience what’s happening, and keep things running smoothly.
• Comperes are needed for all kinds of events, from serious ones like conferences to fun ones like parties and weddings.

What Does a Compere Do?

• A compere gets the audience excited and tells them what will happen in the show.
• They praise the performers and make the audience clap and cheer.
• Comperes make sure each part of the show changes smoothly to the next.
• Even if something goes wrong, the compere keeps the show going.
• When a person is compere, they should be natural, real, and energetic.

Tips for Compering

• Practice a lot: It’s good to practice in front of a mirror.
• Be prepared: Know your words well, so you can add things confidently on stage.
• Have a script: Write down what you will say.
• Dress nicely: Wear clothes that are right for the event.
• Introduce yourself: But remember, you are not the main star.
• Breathe: Take steady, deep breaths.
• Smile and talk to the audience: Look at them and change your voice to keep it interesting.
• Keep the show moving: Don’t let it drag.
• Apologize if needed: If there’s a big mistake, say sorry.

What You Need to be a Good Compere

• You need to speak well, have clear thoughts, and be confident.
• It’s important to understand what kind of event it is.
• Speak in a simple but respectful way, and be sincere.
• Be able to work with the people running the event, like the technicians and organizers.

Fillers

• Fillers are short, fun things to keep the audience interested, like little performances or jokes.
• They can also be used to make people laugh between parts of the show.
• Fillers are helpful if the show is running late.
• There are many kinds of fillers, like mimicry, riddles, short stories, jokes, or recitations.
• The compere should prepare fillers, just like they prepare their script.
• Fillers are important to keep the show connected and flowing.

Example of a Compere’s Script

• The chapter provides an example of a script a compere might use for a cultural event showcasing Indian dances.

The script includes:

• Introduction and welcome
• Lighting of the lamp
• Information about the event
• Introducing the dance performances with details about each dance
• Closing remarks
• Vote of thanks to the organizers, guests, and audience.