Toastmaster questions?
Question - What is the difference between a toastmaster and an M.C.?
Answer - An M.C or (master of ceremonies) generally just make announcements, they do not meet up with you prior to your wedding day so do not have an exact understanding of the requirements for your day.
As professional event consultants we meet up prior to your wedding day, guide and advise you on formalities, protocol, etiquette and timings. Having agreed a plan we produce an agenda which includes running orders and timings. We arrive at least two hour before the start time to brief the restaurant manager, waiting staff, entertainment, photographer etc to make sure everyone is fully up to speed.
We then take control of your event, which starts with us meeting and greeting your guest, making sure everyone is fully aware of what is planned for the day, what the timings are, and answering questions:- for example, Where will the reception be? What are the start times? Is there a kids play area? Where are the bathrooms? etc.
We will then look after you and guide you through your day. From the minute you arrive at the venue, we will sort everything for you. From supporting the photographer (if required) to announcing the Wedding breakfast. This is then followed follow by the introduction for the receiving line, then the seating of parents followed by the BIG introduction of the Bride & Groom. Saying Grace if required, introducing the speakers for the toasts and getting the gifts and flowers of thanks which may be presented. Finally the cutting of the cake and first dance, we will be there for you, making sure you have an enjoyable and stress-free day giving you total peace of mind.
Answer - An M.C or (master of ceremonies) generally just make announcements, they do not meet up with you prior to your wedding day so do not have an exact understanding of the requirements for your day.
As professional event consultants we meet up prior to your wedding day, guide and advise you on formalities, protocol, etiquette and timings. Having agreed a plan we produce an agenda which includes running orders and timings. We arrive at least two hour before the start time to brief the restaurant manager, waiting staff, entertainment, photographer etc to make sure everyone is fully up to speed.
We then take control of your event, which starts with us meeting and greeting your guest, making sure everyone is fully aware of what is planned for the day, what the timings are, and answering questions:- for example, Where will the reception be? What are the start times? Is there a kids play area? Where are the bathrooms? etc.
We will then look after you and guide you through your day. From the minute you arrive at the venue, we will sort everything for you. From supporting the photographer (if required) to announcing the Wedding breakfast. This is then followed follow by the introduction for the receiving line, then the seating of parents followed by the BIG introduction of the Bride & Groom. Saying Grace if required, introducing the speakers for the toasts and getting the gifts and flowers of thanks which may be presented. Finally the cutting of the cake and first dance, we will be there for you, making sure you have an enjoyable and stress-free day giving you total peace of mind.
Question - When should I book a Toastmaster?
Answer - Once you have booked your venue it is important you contact the people, services or companies you would like for your wedding day..............the best Toastmaster's get booked up very quickly, so book them early.
Question - Will a toastmaster look after children?
Answer - Your toastmaster will look after all your wedding guests, children included, to guide them through the day. If you feel that younger guests will need to be ‘minded’ or kept entertained, you may wish to consider activity packs, a professional child-minder or children's’ entertainer.
Question - How do I choose the right toastmaster?
Answer The most successful Toastmaster have years of experience of handling people, have been professionally trained, have lots of confidence and most important bags charisma. Eugene and Sheila are professional entertainers with 25 years under their belt, they have been trained by the Circle of Toastmasters and Eugene is the President of The Magic Club of Great Britain Click Here. They have worked weddings, major business events, charity fundraisers and civic gala evenings. They will give you complete peace of mind for your event.
Question - Why does a toastmaster wear a red jacket?
Answer - Toastmaster wears a red tailcoat which is also called Hunting Pinks. It was first worn by William Knightsmith in 1894 and designed for him by his wife Mettie. At a function in Freemasons Hall. Prince Edward saw him wearing it and applauded him for being different. Up until that time the toastmaster may have been mistaken for a waiter whilst wearing his black tailcoat. The only place that this may not apply is for weddings and functions in the City of London, where the hunt was not allowed to pass through. So as with tradition, the red tailcoat is not usually worn for functions within the City of London. Many feel that a toastmaster wearing the ceremonial red tailcoat, shiny patent leather shoes, white shirt, bow tie, gloves and gavel adds a bit of splendor to their day.
Important Information
Toastmaster fees
Fee tend to be dependent on the type of function, the distance to travel and duration of event. Eugene will be pleased to provide an immediate quotation for any specific event. Eugene is a member of Equity and covered with £10m Public Liability Insurance Cover, if you have any questions feel free to call him on 07730 111111 or email.
Engagements
Engagements are accepted in good faith, based on the Itinerary (information) provided by the client, and are deemed accepted only when a booking fee (50% booking deposit) has been received and acknowledged in writing (email).
Booking fees are non-returnable, but is deducted from the final account.
The balance of the account is payable no later than 14 days prior to the event.
The right is reserved to increase the fee payable due to the client altering the instructions of the engagement once the booking has been accepted, eg, time of event extended or change of venue.
Engagements
Engagements are accepted in good faith, based on the Itinerary (information) provided by the client, and are deemed accepted only when a booking fee (50% booking deposit) has been received and acknowledged in writing (email).
Booking fees are non-returnable, but is deducted from the final account.
The balance of the account is payable no later than 14 days prior to the event.
The right is reserved to increase the fee payable due to the client altering the instructions of the engagement once the booking has been accepted, eg, time of event extended or change of venue.
Cancellation Charges
Every effort is made in good faith to fulfill the engagement, but responsibility cannot be accepted for non-arrival due to circumstances beyond control, eg, extreme weather conditions, industrial action, failure of public transport services. In the unlikely event of non-attendance a mitigating refund may be made to the client.
In the event of illness every effort will be made to provide a substitute Professional Toastmaster, and to pass on full details of the booking and planning documentation for the event. No additional fee will be payable by the client.
In the event of cancellation by the client for any reason the following charges will apply:-
In the event of illness every effort will be made to provide a substitute Professional Toastmaster, and to pass on full details of the booking and planning documentation for the event. No additional fee will be payable by the client.
In the event of cancellation by the client for any reason the following charges will apply:-
- From acceptance of the booking up 91 days prior to the event, the booking fee paid.
- Between 90 and 31 days prior to the event, 50% of the agreed fee, less the booking fee paid.
- Within 30 days of the event the full agreed fee, less the booking fee paid.