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[Definitive Guide] Performance Ideas for Farewell Party for Third-Years | From Touching to Laugh-Out-Loud Skits

A farewell party for third-year students is held for those about to graduate.

It’s also known as one of the main events to send off the graduates.

Since it’s a special occasion, you’ll want to give it your all—but some members of the organizing committee may be wondering, “What exactly should we do?” So in this article, we’ve put together a roundup of performances that are fun to watch and fun to do! From classic ideas to unique ones, we’re introducing a wide range of options—feel free to use these ideas as inspiration!

[Definitive Guide] Performance Ideas for a Farewell Party for Third-Year Students | From Touching to Hilarious (31–40)

Dubbing challenge video

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At the farewell party for the seniors, the teachers did a movie dubbing challenge, and it was honestly super funny and adorable.#Third-Year Farewell CeremonyHigh school studentTell me your recommendations#MovieComedy Awards

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It’s a concept where you add voices later to footage that originally has no audio, and complete the video that way.

Since you can freely add lines, it should be easy to include congratulatory messages and the like.

When there’s a gap between the visuals and the lines, that contrast can be funny.

If you also show the dubbing process itself, it conveys the effort of taking on the challenge, and it makes it easier to create humor as a video—so I recommend it.

It could also be amusing to have a sequence where you’re only providing the voice, yet you’re mimicking the same movements as in the footage.

Memory movie

High school memories: When the teacher and everyone counted down to graduation in a video. #highschool #youth
Memory movie

A memory movie is a perfect entertainment piece for the end of student life.

By stitching together photos and videos collected during school life and layering music, you can create a moving work.

Since we live in an era when videos can be easily edited on a smartphone, no special skills are required.

When you share scenes of participants chatting happily or enjoying games online, the shared memories become even more meaningful.

As an idea to brighten up your event, why not try a memory movie? It’s sure to create a farewell party filled with smiles.

Letter Song

A tearful graduation! Sixth graders contributed to the lyrics to create an original choral piece—a Letter Song—dedicated to those who have supported them.
Letter Song

When it comes to messages for someone who’s setting off on a new journey, letters are a classic choice—the fact that they capture words of gratitude in a lasting form is part of their appeal.

Let’s deliver a song that feels like a letter, filled with that same gratitude, to the person who’s leaving.

If you weave shared memories into the lyrics, the listener will be able to reflect on the path traveled so far through the music.

Since the lyrics are the most important part of this performance, it might be a good idea to use the format of a parody of a well-known song so people will really listen.

In addition to giving the song itself, it’s also recommended to let them take the lyrics home as a letter.

Human Arch

People often say, “When the money runs out, so does the bond,” but perhaps human relationships are connected at a much deeper level.

What do you think? A “human arch,” where people join hands to form an arch for someone to pass through, is a simple surprise that requires no props.

It’s commonly done at weddings and company farewell parties.

As the honored person walks through the arch, the physical closeness naturally shortens the distance between hearts, making it easier to express words of thanks and appreciation.

If you prepare dedicated background music and confetti, it becomes a proper performance.

If you’re looking to add a memorable accent to an emotional finale, give it a try!

manzai (a traditional Japanese stand-up comedy duo performance)

Farewell Party for Third-Year Students, 2016 (Heisei 28), NBU – Wrestling Club “Manzai” (Comedy Duo Performance)
manzai (a traditional Japanese stand-up comedy duo performance)

A classic option for a school event performance is manzai comedy—highly recommended for the farewell ceremony for the third-year students! Try performing a routine with a graduation theme.

It doesn’t have to be entirely original; it’s a good idea to create your material by adapting and arranging well-known comedians’ routines as references.

It’s best to have the performance done by students or teachers who already have a reputation for being funny.

By the way, the key to not bombing is to go all in without feeling embarrassed.

[Definitive Guide] Performance Ideas for the Farewell Party for 3rd-Year Students | From Moving to Laugh-Out-Loud (41–50)

Appearance of a celebrity guest

Farewell ceremony for third-year students at Heijo High School: Surprise appearance by former NMB48 member Miyuki Watanabe!
Appearance of a celebrity guest

Having a celebrity appear as a guest is one of those surprise elements that’s especially delightful and memorable.

If any of your alumni are active in the entertainment industry, why not ask them to show up as a surprise guest? In addition, some entertainers recruit appearances at school events during graduation season every year, so it’s a good idea to research and apply.

Inviting a popular comedian, actor, or idol will surely make the graduates happy.

band performance

School Heaven / Teacher Band | Junior High School 3rd-Grade Farewell Party, 2010-03-16
band performance

When it comes to entertainment at events, a live band performance is a classic idea that always gets the crowd excited! These days, rock band songs are showing up on the music charts more often, so having a band perform right in front of everyone is sure to delight the graduates.

In addition to having the light music club or student bands perform as a gift to the graduates, if any teachers have band experience, definitely invite them to take the stage as well! Include a few graduation-themed songs in the set, and you can be sure everyone will have a fantastic time together.