SPEECH WRITING
Your Wedding Speech, Written by a Professional Comedy Writer
Dreading your wedding speech? You're not alone.
It's the most important speech you'll ever give.
I'm Matt Owen, a professional comedy writer with 30 years of experience writing for some of the UK's biggest names. I know how to make people laugh, structure a story, and write so it sounds like you. I can make you sound brilliant even if you're terrified of public speaking.
Wedding speech prices
Best Man
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Best Person
£200
Groom
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Celebrant
£150
Bride
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Celebrant
£150
Father of the Bride
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Parent of the Celebrant
£150
Maid of Honour
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Person of Honour
£150
Why Choose Me?
I'm a professional comedy writer. I've written for TV shows (Danger Mouse, 2DTV, Lenny Henry In Pieces), worked with comedians (Al Murray, Simon Day, Steve Coogan), and taught comedy writing at Salford University. I know how jokes work. I understand structure. A wedding speech isn't just funny stories piled on top of each other. It's an arc, an opening, a middle, and an end. I know how to build to a moment and when it's time to get off the stage.
I've been doing this for 30 years. I started writing gags for Private Eye in the 1990s. I've written thousands of jokes, hundreds of scripts, and many, many speeches.
How It Works
1. Consultation Call
We'll have a chat. I'll ask about your relationship with the bride/groom, funny stories, family dynamics, and anything that will make your speech unique.
2. Payment
Payment is in full and upfront. You can pay by bank transfer or I can send you a secure payment link.
3. Questionnaire
I will then send you a questionnaire designed to gather all the information I need to write your bespoke speech. When filling in the questionnaire, the rule of thumb is simple. The more information, colour, and stories (not all of them have to be embarrassing!) The more you give me, the more I have to work with.
4. Speech Delivered
I'll write and deliver your speech. It will be structured and ready to practice.
5. Revisions
Tell me what works and what doesn't. Your package includes one round of revisions.
6. Final Speech
You'll get your final speech as a Word document.
7. Get It Right On The Day
You deliver a speech that sounds like you, gets genuine laughs, and is filled with emotion.
What You Get With Every Speech
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A speech that sounds like you and not a template
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Structured for maximum impact
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Timed to perfection
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Delivered as an editable Word document
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Full confidentiality
Frequently Asked Questions
How far in advance do I need to book?
Ideally, 4-6 weeks before the wedding. I can do rush jobs, but it costs more, and I might be booked up.
What if I don't like the first draft?
We can revise it. I've never had a client walk away unhappy.
Can I see examples?
All speeches are confidential and tailored to my client. I can't share them.
What if I need last-minute changes?
Minor tweaks after final delivery are included. Major rewrites will cost extra depending on timing.
For Those of You Tempted By AI
Hi, I’m here to explain why someone who has been writing for a living for thirty years is going to write you a better speech than a robot.
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I always enjoy chatting with my lovely clients, whether in person, by phone, or on Zoom.
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I’ve been writing these speeches for twelve years, so I’ve dealt with hundreds of clients, and I’m highly aware of how stressful and nervy a time it can be.
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I will capture your voice – this won’t be a “by numbers” speech. I work from a questionnaire designed to elicit from you not just the regular information, but also your stories and feelings, which shape the narrative and tone of your speech.
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AI is generic and won’t be able to “get” your voice. It won’t be able to sit down and chat with you, understand you, and help you deliver the perfect speech for your special day.
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After Dinner Speeches
Need help with your after dinner speech?
If you need an after-dinner speech or help to edit an existing speech, you've come to the right place.
Suppose you're someone who needs their after-dinner speech to be beefed up or someone who's never done it before, I can help. Whether your audience is corporate or perhaps you're speaking at a sports dinner or an awards ceremony, I can make your life that much easier.
Sit back, and let me take the strain, and you can take all the accolades. No one ever needs to know you didn't write it yourself.
Prices
After Dinner Speaking (Corporate, Awards Ceremonies). From £250.
If you would like to discuss your speech, please get in touch with me
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