Wade, John: Do Get the Name Right ©1984 The Supreme Magic Co., Ltd, England Softcover, saddle-stitched, 5.5x8.5", 13 pages

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Comments: On being a Master of Ceremonies, M.C., or Compéring. First published in Abracadabra, the Magical Weekly.

Contents:

i Introduction (Billy McComb)
1 Do Get the Name Right: function of the compére, etc.
2 Introductions - Improper: how not to make introductions
3 Introductions - Proper: recommended method with sample chart
4 Compére's Function: what the compere should and should not do
6 What a Compére is Not: more things a compére should not do
7 Cues: knowing when the next act is ready
8 Material: advice on selecting material to fit your time limits
9 Stage: examining the stage
9 Tricks: advice on suitable tricks
10 Cliche's to Avoid
10 Introducing an Unknown Act
11 Very Important Persons
13 Conclusion