Great Speech Writing Questionnaire for the Bridesmaid

Great Speech Writing Questionnaire for the Bridesmaid

If you would like me to write your bridesmaid speech on the back of this questionnaire (without a meeting)
please include as much detail as possible. Feel free to call me at any time to discuss it.

PERSONAL DETAILS

Name
Telephone number
Address
Email

THE WEDDING

When is it (time and date)?
Where are the ceremony and reception being held? Anything noteworthy about either venue?
Who is hosting the wedding i.e. who will the invitations come from?

THE CONTEXT FOR YOUR SPEECH

Who is speaking at the wedding (and when)?
Who will be introducing you?
Will you be finishing with a toast? If so, who to (usually the happy couple)?

YOUR SPEAKING STYLE

What proportion of the speech would you like to be sincere and what proportion lighter/funny?
Are you, by nature, shy or extrovert?
How nervous will you be when you stand up to speak?
Do you have any experience of public speaking?
How long would you like to speak for?

AUDIENCE

How many people will be there?
How many of them will know you?
Do you expect it to be a relatively sedate or loud atmosphere?

THE BRIDE

What’s her name and age?
How do you know her? When did you meet?
Where and when was she born?
Do you have any amusing stories about her as a toddler/young child (include any bizarre hobbies and interests)?
Where did she go to school (university)?
What was her first job?
What does she do professionally?
What are her main interests/hobbies?
Can you describe her personality in three words?
How would you describe her physically?
How would her family describe her?
Can you give an example of a great story or two that you’ve been involved in with her?
If there was a theme to hold your description of her together, what would it be?
Any other nostalgic stories of your friendship I can work in?

THE BRIDE’S FAMILY

Who are they (other siblings, parents etc), how close are they?
Who else needs mentioning in your speech?

THE GROOM

What’s his name?
Can you give a brief outline of his life?
How did he meet the Bride?
When did she first mention him to you?
When did you realise things between them were serious?
What do you remember about first meeting him?
How did he propose?
How has she changed (for the better!) as a result of his influence?

TABOO SUBJECTS

What can’t we mention?

OTHER

Are there subjects not covered above that you know will amuse / interest your audience? Please give me as much detail as possible.

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