Entertainment

Speech
Lesson
Objectives
• differentiate entertainment speech from
other types of speeches;
• write an entertainment speech; and
• deliver an entertainment speech.
 What makes an
entertainment speech
different from other types of
speeches?
 Entertainment Speech
• aims to amuse audience • does not need to be funny at
members and put them in a all times and all throughout
jovial mood • gets the attention of the
• its primary focus is to audience by speaking of
entertain an audience or interesting topics that create
create a pleasant or an enjoyable experience for
interesting diversion them
• may be delivered during
casual dinners, parties,
graduations, and weddings
 Here are some of these ways:

• tell jokes
• share funny stories
• dramatize experience
• recall a scary stories
• use sarcasm, exaggeration, or pun
It should be interesting enough to hold the
attention of the audience members, and it
should create an enjoyable experience for
them.
 Guidelines in Writing an
Entertainment Speech
• Know your audience.
• Decide on a topic or theme.
• Start with an attention-grabber.
• Use simple language and vivid
descriptions.
• Use humor effectively.
• Use appropriate nonverbal cues
 How to Write an Entertaining Speech
Step by Step
1. Pick the topic
If the topic isn’t specified, you may pick it by yourself. We recommend
you to choose a theme that is related somehow to your experience and
worldview. In such a manner, you’ll sound more persuasive and confident.
2. Generate and select the best ideas
Brainstorming works well even if you don’t have a team but work on your
own. Think about all the associations related to your topic. Read a few
articles, or watch inspirational movies. Write down all your ideas (even the
weirdest) and then choose the best ones.
3. Make an outline
Your entertaining speech, like an essay, should be well structured.
Compose an outline and think about smooth transitions between
different parts of your entertaining speech.
4. Think of examples
Examples make any speech more understandable and exciting. Think
about real-life stories or episodes from popular movies/books that may
help to illustrate your speech.
5. Write jokes and test them
Entertainment isn’t only about laughter; entertaining speeches are mostly
aimed at amusing your audience. And jokes are an effective way to
make someone smile. Before giving a speech, we recommend you to
test your jokes and make sure that they are fun not only for you.
6. Practice and note the time
Public speeches have time limits — you can’t talk forever. Read your
speech out loud and write down the time. Make sure that you don’t go
beyond the specified limits
7. Mind your gestures and body language
Your speech might be brilliant, but you won’t be able to make a good
impression if you don’t control your body and gestures. Practice in front
of the mirror and mind your gestures.
8. Use various intonations
Your voice is your main tool. Slow down, make emphasis on concrete
phrases, or talk quietly — every change in your intonation will attract the
attention of your listeners.
9. Compose a motivating and memorable ending
Your audience will get a general impression from your speech, but the
only thing that they probably will remember is the ending. You have to
do your best while composing your final sentences.
10. Give a test speech
Even professionals rehearse before going on stage. Practice at home,
with your friends, and in front of the mirror to make sure that you’re
ready for a bigger challenge.
GUIDE QUESTIONS:
1. What makes this an entertainment speech?
2. How has the speaker considered her audience?
3. How does the speaker gain her audience’s attention?
4. Did the speaker balance out the humorous and non-
humorous parts of her speech?
5. How did you find the speech? How can it be improved?
 are there any
questions/clarifications?
Thank
You!