Karaoke is ONDA Boquete’s weekly party-vibe activity. It works best when the volunteer actively builds momentum, gets the first singers going, and makes the room feel supportive rather than awkward.

Purpose

Karaoke exists to create a fun, high-energy social night in the bar.

For volunteers, the goal is to:

• get the room warmed up
• encourage guests to participate
• manage the singer queue
• keep the night moving
• make the vibe feel playful and welcoming

What it is

Karaoke is a hosted sing-along night using:

• a laptop
• YouTube videos
• the existing speaker and mic setup at the bar

Guests add their names to a simple paper queue and sing in turn.

There is no formal winner. The goal is energy, participation, and fun.

Key details

Volunteer responsibilities

Before karaoke:

• Set up the laptop
• Connect with HDMI if needed
• Make sure the correct sound setting is selected on the computer
• Confirm the speaker/mic setup is working

During karaoke:

• Manage the singer queue with paper and pen
• Encourage guests to put their names down
• Keep the order moving
• Help the room stay fun and supportive

At the start of the night:

• Use free seco shots strategically to help build momentum
• Offer them early if needed to help people start singing
• Use good judgment rather than giving them out endlessly

How volunteers should explain it

• “Karaoke starts around 7 tonight.”
• “It’s free and anyone can sing.”
• “Just put your name down on the list.”
• “We’ll get it going and keep the queue moving.”

Common guest questions

Do I need to sign up in advance?

• No. Guests just add their name to the queue.

Can I join later?

• Yes.

Do I need to sing, or can I just watch?

• Guests can absolutely just watch and enjoy the vibe.

Is there a prize?

• No official prize.

What not to do

• Do not forget to test the setup before starting
• Do not let the queue become messy or unclear
• Do not wait too long to get the first singers going
• Do not be shy about using the early seco shots to build momentum
• Do not let the room go flat at the beginning
• Do not make guests feel judged or pressured

What success looks like

• The setup works smoothly
• Guests understand how to join the queue
• The first few singers happen quickly
• The room builds energy early
• Guests feel encouraged, not embarrassed
• The night keeps moving without long dead moments

One-line summary

Karaoke succeeds when the volunteer gets the room warmed up fast, manages the queue clearly, and keeps the energy fun and easy.