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- https://socialsci.libretexts.org/Bookshelves/Communication/Public_Speaking/Public_Speaking_(The_Public_Speaking_Project)/17%3A_Special_Occasion_Speaking
- https://socialsci.libretexts.org/Bookshelves/Communication/Public_Speaking/Public_Speaking_(The_Public_Speaking_Project)/17%3A_Special_Occasion_Speaking/17.06%3A_Activities_and_GlossaryAlso called a speech to present an award, the presentational speech serves to highlight the merits of the award recipient and to point out the purpose and significance of the award being given. A roas...Also called a speech to present an award, the presentational speech serves to highlight the merits of the award recipient and to point out the purpose and significance of the award being given. A roast is a variation of the toast in which the speaker pays tribute to a person by poking fun at her or him in a friendly way. A speech of introduction is a brief presentation used to introduce the main speaker of an event and to inspire the audience to listen to that speaker.
- https://socialsci.libretexts.org/Bookshelves/Communication/Public_Speaking/Public_Speaking_(The_Public_Speaking_Project)/17%3A_Special_Occasion_Speaking/17.04%3A_General_Guidelines_for_Special_Occasion_SpeechesAlso consider how familiar your audience is with the honoree or recipient; he or she might be so well known that it might not be the best use of the audience’s time to recite a litany of the recipient...Also consider how familiar your audience is with the honoree or recipient; he or she might be so well known that it might not be the best use of the audience’s time to recite a litany of the recipient’s accomplishments. If you’re asking yourself, “Should I use humor?” you should consider whether the situation lends itself to some humor or laughter, if you might undermine your own credibility, or if you even have the comfort level of the timing to pull off the humor attempt (Audrieth, 1998).
- https://socialsci.libretexts.org/Bookshelves/Communication/Public_Speaking/Public_Speaking_(The_Public_Speaking_Project)/17%3A_Special_Occasion_Speaking/17.05%3A_ConclusionThis chapter discussed speeches of introduction, toasts and roasts, presentational speeches, keynote addresses, commencement speeches, commemorative speeches and tributes, and after-dinner speeches. B...This chapter discussed speeches of introduction, toasts and roasts, presentational speeches, keynote addresses, commencement speeches, commemorative speeches and tributes, and after-dinner speeches. But with some general guidelines—keeping it short, finessing the obvious, staying positive, and using appropriate forms of humor, the special occasion speech will have a lasting impact on the audience and the occasion.
- https://socialsci.libretexts.org/Bookshelves/Communication/Public_Speaking/Public_Speaking_(The_Public_Speaking_Project)/17%3A_Special_Occasion_Speaking/17.01%3A_IntroductionIdentify the eight main types of special occasion speeches and the key components of each of these speeches. The ability to give a special occasion speech is a skill that will prove valuable over the ...Identify the eight main types of special occasion speeches and the key components of each of these speeches. The ability to give a special occasion speech is a skill that will prove valuable over the course of your entire professional and personal life. In the first part of this chapter, you will learn the utility and relevance of ceremonial speaking in a variety of contexts—professional, social, and personal.
- https://socialsci.libretexts.org/Bookshelves/Communication/Public_Speaking/Public_Speaking_(The_Public_Speaking_Project)/17%3A_Special_Occasion_Speaking/17.03%3A_Types_of_Special_Occasion_SpeechesFinally, to facilitate a smooth transfer of the award to the recipient, the presenter might want to hold the award in his or her left hand while using the right to shake the recipient’s hand.
- https://socialsci.libretexts.org/Bookshelves/Communication/Public_Speaking/Public_Speaking_(The_Public_Speaking_Project)/17%3A_Special_Occasion_Speaking/17.02%3A_Background_of_Special_Occasion_SpeakingThis technique involves promoting positivity and goodwill among the people gathered for the occasion as well as helping to build the audience’s feelings toward the person honored or the reason for the...This technique involves promoting positivity and goodwill among the people gathered for the occasion as well as helping to build the audience’s feelings toward the person honored or the reason for the occasion.Identification involves creating familiarity and closeness. A special occasion or ceremonial speech, regardless of the level of formality, should have a purpose that is clear to the speaker and the audience members.
