compere

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He studied psychology at Queen's University in Belfast before making his first serious steps into stardom as compere at the Empire Comedy Club in the city.

From BBC • May 20, 2023

It's worth noting that Rock's joke wasn't the most offensive we've heard from an awards ceremony compere in recent years.

From BBC • Mar. 28, 2022

Antonio Pappano, tireless as pianist and compere, spoke of “reanimating the spirit of this gorgeous house”.

From The Guardian • Jun. 21, 2020

We used to know the drill for awards ceremonies: some off-colour compere banter, winners reeling off their thank-yous, Jennifer Lawrence wearing vintage Dior, Helena Bonham Carter wearing vintage Edward Scissorhands.

From The Guardian • Dec. 23, 2017

“And now,” said Slughorn, shifting massively in his seat with the air of a compere introducing his star act.

From "Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince" by J.K. Rowling