Hampshire, South East

Comperes & MCs for Hire in Portsmouth

Planning an event in Portsmouth? Professional comperes and MCs who host awards, family days and parties, keeping the running order on track and the room engaged. We regularly work in event venues like the ones around Portsmouth.

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Comperes & MCs in Portsmouth at a glance

Booking comperes and MCs in Portsmouth

Last updated 6 October 2026

County: Hampshire
Postcodes: PO1, PO2, PO3, PO4, PO5, PO6 +3
Location: 64 miles south-west of central London
Venues on our list nearby: 1
Largest nearby venue: Portsmouth Guildhall, up to 496 guests

Planning comperes and MCs in Portsmouth

Within reach of Portsmouth there are 1 event venue on our list, including 1 that can take 400 guests or more. Tell us which one you've booked and we'll suggest how comperes and MCs fit the room.

Bookings from Fareham, Ryde and Horndean and the rest of Hampshire are just as easy. Travel for comperes and MCs is included in your quote, so the price you see is the price you pay.

One thing we always check for events in Portsmouth: share the running order early. A host who knows the plan can keep everything on time and smooth over any changes.

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The look and feel

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Themes

Comperes & MCs in a themed package

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Circus Showman in Portsmouth
Ringmasters, aerial, contortion and big-top spectacle for a night of pure showmanship.

How it works

Booking is easy

1
Tell us about your event
Your date, venue, guest numbers and the feeling you want. A theme in mind, or just a blank canvas. It takes a minute.
2
Get your line-up and quote
We suggest the acts that fit your space, timings and budget, and send one clear quote with everything included.
3
We bring the wow
We plan arrival, set-up and timings with your venue and event team, then the performers do what they do best.

The guide

Booking comperes and MCs in Portsmouth: the complete guide

Written by The WowActs team, Event entertainment specialists

· Last updated 6 October 2026

The short answer

WowActs books comperes and MCs in Portsmouth, Hampshire, 64 miles south-west of central London, covering the PO1, PO2, PO3, PO4, PO5, PO6, PO9 and PO11 and nearby postcode districts. There are 1 event venues on our list within 10 miles, the largest being Portsmouth Guildhall for up to 496 guests. Every event is different. Prices depend on the acts, the number of performers, timings, travel and location, so we quote each booking individually.

Hand-picked
professional performers only
Fully themed
costumes styled to your event
Hampshire
every postcode covered
Corporate ready
briefed to your run of show
Single act or package
mix and match freely
One clear quote
usually the same day

What does a compere or MC do?

A compere or MC hosts your event from the stage: welcoming guests, introducing speakers and acts, running awards, filling gaps and keeping the night to time. A good host makes the whole event feel organised and relaxed.

Hosts can be polished and formal for an awards ceremony, warm and funny for a family day, or in character, such as a ringmaster for a circus theme. They work closely with your running order and your AV team.

Where it works best

Awards ceremonies
Running categories, winners and timings.
Family fun days
Hosting games, shows and announcements.
Weddings
A host to keep the day running smoothly.
Circus themes
A ringmaster to introduce every act.
Conferences
Linking speakers and sessions.
Gala dinners
Auctions, raffles and speeches.

Tips from our team

1
Plan the microphones
Agree radio mics and stage cues with your AV team before the day.
2
Brief them on names
Speakers, winners and VIPs should come with correct pronunciations.
3
Share the running order early
A host who knows the plan can keep everything on time and smooth over any changes.

Frequently asked questions

Which venues near Portsmouth can host a large event?

On our list, Portsmouth Guildhall (up to 496 guests) can take 400 or more guests. Tell us your venue and numbers and we will plan comperes and MCs around the space.

Do venues around Portsmouth have rules for performers?

Many hotels and country houses have rules on ceiling rigging, fire, access times and changing space. Tell us your venue when you enquire and we will check everything before we confirm.

How much do comperes and MCs cost in Portsmouth?

There is no fixed price. Every event is different. Prices depend on the acts, the number of performers, timings, travel and location, so we quote each booking individually. Travel is part of the quote, and Portsmouth is 64 miles south-west of central London. Send us your date and venue for free, no-obligation options.

Which postcodes around Portsmouth do you cover?

All of PO1, PO2, PO3, PO4, PO5, PO6, PO9, PO11 and PO12, including Havant, Rowlands Castle, Gosport, South Hayling and Stoke, plus the rest of Hampshire and nearby Fareham, Ryde, Horndean and Cowes.

Can the host run our awards?

Yes. Send the running order and categories and the host will prepare their script.

Can the MC be in character?

Yes. A ringmaster, a 1920s host or a themed character all work. Tell us your theme.

Does the MC need a microphone?

Yes. Most venues or AV teams supply radio mics. We confirm the setup in advance.

How far ahead should we book?

As early as you can. Friday and Saturday dates in December and the summer months go first, often months ahead. Short notice is sometimes possible, so it is always worth asking.

Can the performers match our theme or brand colours?

Usually, yes. Tell us your theme, colours or brand guidelines and we will suggest the costumes and acts that fit best.

Do you work with our venue and event team?

Yes. We agree access, changing space, timings and any venue rules before the day, and work to your run of show.

Still have questions?

Tell us about your event and we'll come back with options.

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Local to Portsmouth

Comperes & MCs across Portsmouth and nearby

Postcodes we cover

PO1
PO2
PO3
PO4
PO5
PO6
PO9
PO11
PO12

We book comperes & mcs in Portsmouth and every address in the PO1, PO2, PO3, PO4, PO5, PO6, PO9, PO11 and PO12 postcode districts, including Havant, Rowlands Castle, Gosport, South Hayling and Stoke. We also travel across Hampshire and the rest of South East.

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Venues near Portsmouth

1 venues on our list are in or near Portsmouth, mostly event venues. Tell us your venue when you enquire and we will check access, ceiling height, timings and any rules for performers before we confirm.