Compering

/kəmˈpɛərɪŋ/ noun

Definition

The act of serving as a compere or master of ceremonies; hosting and introducing performers.

Etymology

Present participle of 'compere' formed by adding '-ing.' This gerund form turns the verb into a noun that describes the activity itself rather than the person performing it.

Kelly Says

Entertainment has three parts: performance, production, and compering. Compering might seem simple, but great comperes like Bruce Forsyth made it an art—they set the mood, control pacing, and make audiences feel personally welcomed!

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