Essex, East of England

Comperes & MCs for Hire in Southend-on-Sea

Comperes and MCs for corporate events, parties and weddings in Southend-on-Sea (SS0, SS1, SS2) and the rest of Essex.

Living statues
Stilt walkers
Champagne walkers
Aerialists
Fire shows
Giant martini glass
Can-can
Mermaids
LED performers
Jazz & swing
Gatsby nights
Winter wonderland

Comperes & MCs in Southend-on-Sea at a glance

Booking comperes and MCs in Southend-on-Sea

WowActs books comperes and MCs in Southend-on-Sea, Essex, 36 miles east of central London, covering the SS0, SS1, SS2, SS3, SS4, SS5, SS6 and SS8 and nearby postcode districts.

Last updated 6 October 2026

County: Essex
Postcodes: SS0, SS1, SS2, SS3, SS4, SS5 +3
Location: 36 miles east of central London

Comperes & MCs in Southend-on-Sea: what to know

Southend-on-Sea sits in Essex, 36 miles east of central London. Whether your event is in a hotel, a marquee or your own garden, we plan comperes and MCs around the space, the timings and the guests.

We cover Southend-on-Sea itself and the SS0, SS1, SS2, SS3, SS4 and SS5 postcode districts, including Leigh-on-Sea, Canvey Island, Rayleigh and Rochford, as well as nearby Burnham-on-Crouch, Minster, Basildon and Maldon.

Plan the microphones. Agree radio mics and stage cues with your AV team before the day.

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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 Southend-on-Sea
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 Southend-on-Sea: 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 Southend-on-Sea, Essex, 36 miles east of central London, covering the SS0, SS1, SS2, SS3, SS4, SS5, SS6 and SS8 and nearby postcode districts. 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
Essex
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

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

Tips from our team

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

Frequently asked questions

Do venues around Southend-on-Sea 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 Southend-on-Sea?

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 Southend-on-Sea is 36 miles east of central London. Send us your date and venue for free, no-obligation options.

Which postcodes around Southend-on-Sea do you cover?

All of SS0, SS1, SS2, SS3, SS4, SS5, SS6, SS8 and SS9, including Leigh-on-Sea, Canvey Island, Rayleigh, Rochford, Shoeburyness and Great Wakering, plus the rest of Essex and nearby Burnham-on-Crouch, Minster, Basildon and Maldon.

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 Southend-on-Sea

Comperes & MCs across Southend-on-Sea and nearby

Postcodes we cover

We book comperes & mcs in Southend-on-Sea and every address in the SS0, SS1, SS2, SS3, SS4, SS5, SS6, SS8 and SS9 postcode districts, including Leigh-on-Sea, Canvey Island, Rayleigh, Rochford, Shoeburyness, Great Wakering, Ashingdon and Canewdon. We also travel across Essex and the rest of East of England.

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Venues near Southend-on-Sea

We cover every venue in and around Southend-on-Sea, from hotels, conference centres and country houses to marquees, offices and private homes. Tell us where your event is and we will check access, ceiling height, timings and any rules for performers.