PROGRAM PRINTING

A program should be carefully planned and professionally printed on quality paper. Your program conveys important information to those who have chosen to attend your special event.

A well thought out and produced program honors both your event and the attendees. 

There are many different types of programs, from personal events like weddings and funerals to “big event” programs like banquets, performances, and sports.

Here is what we suggest you consider to include in your program when putting together different types of events:

What to Include on a Banquet or Ceremonial Program:

• Name of Event
• Name of Person Giving Invocation
• Name of Person Leading Flag Salute
• Name of Emcee / Master of Ceremony
• Names of Key People (Board of Directors, Staffers)
• Brief History of Organization
• Mission Statement
• Names of Performers and Instruments
• Names of Musical Compositions and Composers
• Names and Titles of Short Speakers
• Name and Title of Keynote Speaker
• Brief Bios of Speakers
• Presentation of Awards 
• Recipients of Awards
• Mailing List Sign-up Form
• Become-a-Sustaining Member Form
• Appeal for Financial Support 
• Nonprofit 501(c)3 Number
• Table Sponsors / Advertisers

What to Include on a Wedding Program:

• Name of Bride
• Name of Groom
• Name of Priest, Pastor, or Judge
• Names of Groomsmen, Bridesmaids, Ring Bearer, Flower Girls, and Ushers
• Location of Ceremony (e.g. Church and City)
• Date and Time
• Readings
• Hymns and Songs
• Names of Singers and Musicians
• Brief Description of the Couple's Courtship
• Directions to Reception

What to Include on a Funeral Program:

• Name of Deceased (Including Maiden Name)
• Date of Birth
• Date of Death
• Date, Time, and Place of Funeral or Memorial Service
• Date, Time, and Place of Interment
• Names of Surviving Family Members
• Names of Pallbearers
• Name of Priest, Pastor, or Presider
• Name of Eulogist
• Names of Hymns or Songs with Composers
• Names of Vocalists and Musicians
• Directions to Place of Final Interment
• Directions to Reception

What to Include on a Performance Program — Play, Concert, Recital, Ballet, Dance

• Name of Event
• Synopsis of Story (typically used for a ballet or classical music concert)
• Photos of Production
• Cast Names and Characters Portrayed
• Cast Bios
• Acts, Scenes, Intermission
• Musical Compositions and Composers
• Names of Featured Musicians and Their Instruments
• Director, Conductor
• Production Staff
• History of Theater, Theatrical Troupe, Symphony, Band
• Mailing List Sign-up Form
• Become-a-Sustaining Member Form
• Appeal for Financial Support 
• Nonprofit 501(c)3 Number
• Sponsors / Advertisers

What to Include in a Sports Program:

• Season Schedule
• Specials for the Nights
• Team Photos — Name, Number, Position
• Photos of Team in Action
• Photos of Coaching Staff — Name, Title
• Featured Message from Head Coach
• Featured Message from Key Player(s) or Seniors
• Cheerleaders — Photos, Names
• Mascot — Photo, Name
• Join the Booster Club Form
• Sponsors and Advertisers

BTW, if you’re worried about filling seats, how about sending out customized invitations to your mailing list?