Entertaining Performances and Acts Recommended for Men That Will Liven Up the Party
At occasions where many people gather, such as weddings and parties, fun performances and skits are essential, aren’t they?
Some of you may also be looking for ideas you can use for New Year’s parties, year-end parties, or welcome parties.
In this article, we’ve put together entertainment ideas especially recommended for men.
We’ll introduce a variety of ideas, from singing and dancing performances to gags and rhythm-based comedy.
We also recommend trying unique bits that are sure to bring out spontaneous laughter.
Feel free to use these as inspiration for entertainment and acts that will liven up the venue.
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Exciting Entertainment and Performances Recommended for Men (1–10)
Matsuken Samba IIKen Matsudaira
For those who say, “There’s no way I can do a performance alone…,” we highly recommend the Matsuken Samba II act.
You can perform with a big group, and above all, the sheer fun and momentum of that song is guaranteed to energize the venue! Having men take on the role of the female dancers is a great touch, too.
The key to really hyping things up is the singers’ and dancers’ glamorous gold costumes.
You can almost always find them at party supply stores, so try to get enough for everyone.
Get some tube-style pom-poms, the signature wig for the singer—basically, start by nailing the look!
tile breaking
For those confident in their physical strength, we recommend “tile breaking.” If you’ve been training lately or going to the gym, you’ll find it a worthy challenge! Unless you’re a professional karate practitioner, you could injure your hands or arms, so it’s best to treat this as entertainment and prepare tiles that are easy to break.
I’ve heard that modern tiles are more durable and harder to break.
To be safe, it’s also a good idea to score them lightly in advance.
Whatever you do, don’t let a broken bone put a damper on your important party!
“Idol” danceYOASOBI
Among the performances at the 2023 Kohaku Uta Gassen, YOASOBI’s “Idol” was especially exciting.
After all, a star-studded lineup of idols appearing that year—like Nogizaka46, MISAMO, NewJeans, and SEVENTEEN—took turns showing off the “Idol” dance one after another! If you divide up the highlight sections and have people dance in parts, even those with no dance experience should be able to handle it.
A structure that gradually ramps up the excitement like a flash mob also seems like a great idea.
It’s fun even from the practice stage, so it’s recommended for anyone struggling to come up with entertainment.
The contrast is especially amusing when burly men do it.
Entertaining Performances and Acts Recommended for Men (11–20)
Cheerleading
Have you heard of the “Cheerimans,” formed from Team B of Waseda University’s cheerleading squad? As the name suggests, it’s a team of suit-wearing salarymen performing cheer routines.
In fact, they’re so skilled they’ve even appeared on overseas audition shows.
How about practicing by imitating their performances and showcasing it at a welcome party? Even if big stunts are tough, sharp dance moves and synchronized routines can surprise and move the audience.
You might even inspire people to say, “I want to join next year’s welcome party too!”
comedy sketch
A “konto” is a short comic skit intended to make people laugh, often performed by comedians on variety shows.
Konto sketches have a storyline, so even those who don’t usually watch comedy can enjoy them.
There’s freedom in how they’re performed and no limit on the number of participants, so why not try one with your friends? If you feel unsure while brainstorming—since everyone has a different sense of humor—it might help to create several short sketches that vary the types of jokes.
bat breaking
Challenge yourself with bat-breaking, a feat that even holds a Guinness World Record! In bat-breaking, you kick the bat with your bare foot to snap it.
You’d normally think it’s impossible to break such a hard bat with a bare foot, right? But apparently, if you learn the technique, you don’t have to be a fighter to do it.
If you want to show off a strong, cool side of yourself, give it a try.
That said, there’s a risk of injury, and a broken bat can fly off dangerously.
Always make sure the surroundings are safe and that you’re in the right condition before attempting it.
pantomime
A perfect idea for those looking for a standout, unconventional party performance! Pantomime is a form of storytelling performed solely through the actor’s gestures, without speaking any lines.
In today’s films and stage productions, dialogue, music, and sound effects are the norm—precisely why pantomime, stripped of all that, can feel so fresh and striking.
Let’s start by learning the classic “wall” routine, a staple of pantomime.
If you grasp a few tricks to make it look convincing—like keeping your wrists vertical—even beginners can give it a try!