toastmistress
Female dinner emcee
A toastmistress is a woman who presides over a banquet or formal dinner, introducing speakers and proposing toasts.
The role involves keeping the event flowing smoothly and entertaining guests between courses or speeches.
The word is the feminine form of toastmaster, though toastmaster now often serves for any gender.
Ceremony host
- master of ceremoniesEvent's lead announcer
- compereEntertainment event introducer
- moderatorOne who presates proceedings
- presenterOne who delivers content
announcer · facilitator · speaker · orator · introducer · coordinator · conductor · ringmaster
Formal celebratory meal
- galaFestive formal occasion
- receptionAct of receiving guests
- ceremonyFormal event marking occasions
- dinnerPrimary evening meal
luncheon · awards night · fundraiser · roast · wedding reception · retirement party · graduation dinner · charity ball
emcee
Ceremony host
- master of ceremoniesEvent's lead announcer
- compereEntertainment event introducer
- moderatorOne who presates proceedings
presenter · announcer · facilitator · speaker · orator · introducer · coordinator · conductor · ringmaster · commentator
banquet
Formal celebratory meal
dinner · luncheon · awards night · fundraiser · roast · wedding reception · retirement party · graduation dinner · charity ball · corporate event
tribute
Offering of respect
- introductionPreliminary section or presentation
- welcomeHospitable greeting offered
- remarksSpoken comments or notes
anecdote · humor · wit · timing · poise · eloquence · delivery · banter · improvisation · segue
protocol
Prescribed conduct rules
- decorumFitting social conduct
- formalityStrict observance of convention
- courtesyRespectful, considerate behavior
grace · poise · elegance · tact · diplomacy · composure · refinement · propriety · dignity · respectability