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Describe a live performance you enjoyed watching: IELTS Speaking Cue Card

You should say

  • Who performed in it
  • What kind of performance it was
  • When you watched it
  • And explain why you enjoyed it
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Cue 1:Who performed in it?

  • Mention the name of the artist or group who performed, and provide a brief background about them.
  • Share any personal connection or admiration you have for the performer to make your answer more engaging.

Example

The live performance I enjoyed was by the famous Indian playback singer Arijit Singh. He is known for his soulful voice and has sung numerous hit songs in Bollywood. I have always admired his ability to convey deep emotions through his music.


Cue 2:What kind of performance it was?

  • Describe the type of performance, such as a concert, theater, or dance show.
  • Include details about the atmosphere, stage setup, and any special features that made it unique.

Example

It was a concert held in a large stadium, where Arijit performed a mix of his popular songs. The stage was beautifully lit, and there were stunning visuals that complemented the music. The energy in the crowd was electric, making the experience even more memorable.


Cue 3:When you watched it?

  • Specify the date or time of year when you attended the performance.
  • Mention any significant events or feelings associated with that time.

Example

I watched this concert last year in December, just before the New Year celebrations. It was a perfect way to end the year, surrounded by friends and fellow fans, all excited to hear our favorite songs live.


Cue 4:And explain why you enjoyed it?

  • Discuss the emotions you felt during the performance and what made it special for you.
  • Mention any standout moments or songs that particularly resonated with you.

Example

I enjoyed the concert immensely because Arijit's voice is incredibly powerful and moving. One of the highlights was when he sang 'Tum Hi Ho,' which is my favorite song. The entire audience sang along, creating a sense of unity and joy that I will never forget.


Conclusion

    Example

    Overall, this live performance was a remarkable experience that left a lasting impression on me. It not only showcased Arijit Singh's talent but also brought together people from different walks of life, all united by the love of music.


    Following this structure will ensure you cover all the essential points while providing a clear and engaging response to the cue card topic.


    Tips to answer this Cue Card

    1: Vague Descriptions

    Using vague language can make your answer less engaging. Avoid general statements that do not provide specific details about the performance.

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    Tip

    Include specific details about the performers, the type of performance, and your personal feelings to create a vivid picture.


    2: Ignoring the Cues

    Failing to address all the cues can lead to an incomplete answer. This may result in a lower score for coherence and task response.

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    Tip

    Make sure to systematically address each cue: who performed, what type of performance, when it was, and why you enjoyed it.


    Lack of Personal Connection

    Not sharing your personal feelings or experiences can make your answer less relatable and memorable. Avoid being too factual without emotion.

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    Tip

    Explain your personal connection to the performance and how it impacted you emotionally to make your answer more engaging.


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    Talking about live performances, actually I recently attended a couple of live performances in Mumbai where I had a site originally. Mostly I attended dancing shows and live sneaker exhibitions. Talking about that one show, which I would never forget, which was remarkably fantastic in my opinion, when I went to Goa, remarkably fantastic. I can recall instances from the last month when I went to Goa with my family members. Because Goa is famous for concerts, events and performances on beaches and various places over there, we attended a music concert about Lucky Ali, which is a renowned singer of India. Actually I'm really into his music, his genre is absolutely amazing. The way he sings, the way he acts while singing, the way he lip-syncs while singing is just fabulous. It is an undeniable fact that he is one of the best singers out there in the world and he has received a government award from the Prime Minister as well, which is a Padma Shri. Talking about the live performance we attended, it was one of the most unforgettable events we had because there were a couple of best instrumentalists over there who played their instruments too well than the videos I saw online. One of the instruments additionally in that live performance was local train.

    Band 6-7

    I've been to a lot of live performances before. One of the best performances I've ever watched was a stand-up comedy show by Kenny Sebastian. He's my favorite stand-up comedian. Before I went to that show, YouTube was my only source of entertainment and my only source of absorbing his content. I never imagined that I would be attending to one of his shows. Since he's from Maharashtra, I thought he would never come to Hyderabad. However, when I learned that he was going to...

    Band 6-7

    Last year I have attended my favorite band's live performance. It was so exciting, thrilling to watch them perform live in front of all of us. Everyone in the crowd was so excited and thrilled to watch them. We all sang together and it was just like we were all a part of the performance. It was truly amazing and I had an unforgettable experience with the band. They sang all my favorite songs and I was yelling and screaming from my happiness. For sure this will remain an unforgettable experience for me till late. I would love to go to more live performances like this and enjoy.

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    There are many programs which I enjoy with live programs, but here I would like to talk about a particular performance which is done by my favorite Punjabi artist namely Arjun Tillam. He is very famous artist in Punjab industry, he is a well-known singer as well as influencer. He has a versatile personality which leaves great impact on me, that's why he has my favorite singer and his influence as well as followers are too much on social media. There are several meanings why I like him. He won name and fame in whole world, but here I would like to talk about a program which I enjoyed his live program, it is in Chandigarh last month, it was a live concert of singing which he sang different kinds of songs in very beautiful voice as well as his purity in songs is very natural and he sang a song in very beautiful sound and he is very popular singer in my country and it was as I mentioned earlier I visited Chandigarh a month ago and it was a time for my summer vacation, so I went to Chandigarh for my time pass and then I got to know that Arjun Tillam show is in Chandigarh and I will definitely join it. I was feeling over the moon.

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    Ma'am, I have watched many live performances in my life. One which I can't forget is when I was in 12th standard and my sister was pursuing her graduation. She was in first year. There was a concert in her college and she took me to her college. There was the concert of Peppon. He is a very famous singer in Bollywood or in India. He sang many beautiful songs and I really enjoyed that moment because I was having so much fun. The environment was so fun. Everyone was shouting and it was like something I was experiencing for the first time in my life ever. So it was very beautiful. I was feeling so happy after attending the concert and after that we had delicious food also. Peppon was so kind. He sang for almost one hour and I enjoyed that moment because my elder sister was with me. I was really happy.

    Band 6-7

    A live performance that I enjoyed watching was the recent one, the Alan Walker live performance which was held on the 5th of February 2025 and that live performance was the best. It was my first live performance ever and I enjoyed it like really very much and yes of course I had a lot of memories which I made, yeah that's it, thank you, thank you. Oh my god, I can't stop this, I have to talk like two minutes. Who performed in it, what kind of performance was it, when you watched it and explain why you enjoyed it. I went to meet my friends. The live performance which I enjoyed watching was the Alan Walker's when he came to India and he performed for the first time ever and the performance and he sang of course he sang all of his songs and one of my favorite is Faded and yes Alan Walker was wonderful, he was like splendid, his voice and yes I got to see him live like I could see him right in front of me, I couldn't believe my eyes, it was so beautiful, the experience was so astonishing as I went with my friends and they, we sang, we danced and they were around me, they loved it as much as I did and of course Alan Walker is one of my favorite singer and that added to the and it was a cherry on the cake as Alan Walker is the most, best singer, he's the best singer ever, like I just love listening to him and listening to him live in the live orchestra, in the live band, that was the best thing that could ever happen to me, so yes I enjoyed it on the whole, it was wonderful and what else can I say about it, I was just speechless when I was, you know, I was experiencing that vibe, the vibe which came out while he was singing and it was live, there were no headphones on or there were no just kind of a speaker sort of a thing, he was live, he was in front of me like present, that was

    Band 6-7

    The live performance which I enjoyed watching is IPL, Indian Premier League, which is a group of 11 members who played cricket. It was when I was studying third year on the time, so I used to have a lot of enthuse to the cricket. So, we used to go for a stadium outside and whether how to collect the tickets. Why because I want to enjoy a match in person as in life, as a one time in life time. So that was my greatest priority, greatest aim, goals in my life. So I used to get a ticket, one of my friends, me and my sister go for a match and we used to enjoy a live performance which was performed by Delhi Capitals versus Chennai Super Kings on that time. So, it was one of the memorable moment in my life. So I couldn't forget how to, so those moments were fully blocked with goosebumps and emotional moments. Why because we love Dhoni. We have been seeing him for the past 15 years in the screens. So that was the only one opportunity that we have seen in a live. So we go there and we used to enjoy Dhoni's success every day as well as his captaincy. So he used to chat with the players and how he enjoys with cricket while playing the cricket. So his age is 42 when we are going to watch. So it was one of the most pleasant and enjoyable experience in our life. So that was the only live performance that I enjoyed in my life. So we used to go for a dinner after that time. So it made one of the memorable life journey. Why because that was the only last time me and my sister go there. So after my sister got married to my brother-in-law. So that was the only bachelor time me and my sister enjoyed a lot on the period of time. So that was so memorable in my life.

    Band 6-7

    One of the best live performance I ever enjoyed was a music concert. I attended last year. It was held in my city and my favorite band was performing. The atmosphere was electric, sounds of fan was cheering and the lights were colorful. The sound was so powerful that I could feel the music in my chest. What I loved the most was when I played my favorite song, everyone sang together. That moment was very memorable and very important to me. This concert was very special because it reminded me how music can bring people together and create unforgettable memories. Even today, when I listen to this song, I remember that night and feel happy. Thank you.

    Band 6-7

    In this contemporary era, music works as a human medicine. Today, I would like to describe a live show I enjoyed watching. I vividly remember one week ago, I was invited by my friend to Delhi for attending a live performance that was going to be done by a famous singer named Sinder Sartaj. He is a legend of songs and have given blockbuster list of songs to the industry. I had a fortunate of witnessing him in front of my eyes with so many of his fans around cheering for him during the live concert. He was playing, he was singing a soulful music along with sad genres. Everybody was deeply engaged in the movement and were cheerfully moving their heads to make a connection with the singer. I was very delighted finding him singing for me.

    Band 6-7

    It's a performance when my sister is playing shooting ball and I love that performance because I love watching sports and I love when my sister is playing the way they all are doing team work and all and I love watching it because with my family watching my sister and their team how they are doing hard work for their goal like winning. I love that and the way all we are cheering for them so these are the things that I love watching and these are my enjoyment performance because all team are doing hard work for their goal and the goal is achieving that trophy and it was very very enjoyable movement for me.

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