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Icebreaker acts for welcome parties that rapidly bring people closer: surefire, easy crowd-pleasers

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Entertainment and performances are essential for welcome parties.

Sometimes the hosts perform, and sometimes the newcomers do—both patterns exist.

Either way, it’s nerve-wracking, and choosing what to do can be tough.

In this article, we’ll introduce performances recommended for people in any position.

We’ve picked a wide range: activities that help everyone open up, ideas that let others get to know you, and funny bits.

However, be sure to avoid acts that are too long and bore participants, or anything vulgar!

Entertainment ideas for welcome parties that instantly bring everyone closer: Surefire crowd-pleasers that are easy to hype up (71–80)

Calligraphy performance

Calligraphy “Shangri-La” by Professor Hiroki Takehara (at: AEON Okayama)

Calligraphy performance

It’s a performance often done by calligraphers, where they write characters with a large brush on a large sheet of paper.

As long as you have the tools, all that’s left is to write.

You can go for straightforward coolness, or you could confidently write a word just for laughs.

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balloon art

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balloon art

How about showing off some balloon art like the kind you see at street performances? These days you can even find balloons and pumps at 100-yen shops, so it should be easy to get started.

If you search online, there are plenty of tutorial videos that teach you how to make all sorts of things.

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folk dance

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folk dance

A folk dance that everyone can join! When everyone stands up, holds hands, and spends time together, smiles naturally spread and a unique sense of unity is born.

You don’t need any special supplies, but it’s especially recommended when you can reserve a spacious venue.

Another great point is that by rotating partners in order, you can interact with people you don’t usually talk to!

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In conclusion

Welcome parties are a perfect opportunity to bring everyone much closer. From classic games to slightly more creative activities, there are plenty of ideas to warm up the atmosphere. By laughing together and sharing a fun time, you’ll naturally find openings for conversation. Be sure to create a wonderful, memorable time!