mistress of ceremonies

She leads events

A mistress of ceremonies is a woman who presides over a formal event or entertainment, introducing speakers, performers, or segments and keeping the program moving smoothly.

She is the female counterpart to a master of ceremonies, often abbreviated as MC or emcee.

The role requires poise, timing, and the ability to engage an audience.

The mistress of ceremonies welcomed guests and announced each award recipient.

host

emcee

Ceremony host

toastmistress · facilitator · moderator · ringmaster · introducer · showrunner · convenor · speaker · commentator · narrator

leader

chairperson

One who leads meetings

chair · head · captain · chief · principal · director · superintendent · coordinator · administrator · governor

organizer

coordinator

One who arranges activities

arranger · choreographer · curator · scheduler · orchestrator · promoter · administrator · manager · supervisor · executive

Opposites
role in event

mistress of ceremoniesperformer

One who entertains audiences

headliner · main attraction · entertainer · guest of honor · keynote speaker

visibility/status at event

mistress of ceremoniesstagehand

Backstage theater worker

stage manager · production assistant · event planner · spectator · technical director

gender-marked role

mistress of ceremoniesmaster of ceremonies

Event's lead announcer

emcee · MC · host · chairman · compère

Family

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