Hire Cherry Charleston
Professional MC & Event Host in Melbourne
Original photograph by Nerida Blanche Photography
Professional, Warm & Audience-Focused Hosting
Cherry Charleston is a Melbourne-based MC and event host with over 20 years of live performance experience. Known for her warmth, quick wit, and calm stage presence, Cherry brings clarity, confidence, and connection to every event she hosts.
With a background in cabaret, burlesque, and live performance, Cherry understands how to hold a room, support performers and speakers, and guide audiences through an event with ease. Her hosting style is polished yet personable — professional without feeling stiff, engaging without ever overpowering the moment.
Original photo by 3 Fates Media
Event Types
Burlesque & Cabaret Shows
Experienced, performer-aware hosting that supports artists and keeps the energy flowing.
Corporate Events & Launches
Professional, articulate MC services tailored to brand tone and audience expectations.
Festivals & Community Events
Clear, confident hosting that keeps programs running smoothly while engaging diverse crowds.
Fundraisers & Charity Events
Warm, respectful hosting that balances entertainment with purpose.
Dance & Student Showcases
Celebrate your students and achievements with Cherry's encouraging hosting.
Private Celebrations
From milestone birthdays to weddings, parties, special gatherings and farewells,, Cherry brings warmth, polish and personality.
Why Hire Cherry Charleston
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20+ years stage & hosting experience
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Strong timing and flow
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Comfortable with creative & corporate audiences
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Reliable, organised, audience-aware
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Melbourne-based but able to travel
Experienced Cabaret & Burlesque MC
Cherry specialises in live performance environments where energy, nuance, and connection matter. As a cabaret and burlesque MC, she understands how to introduce acts, manage transitions, read a room, and hold space for both performers and audiences.
Her approach prioritises respect, flow, and atmosphere — ensuring performers feel supported and audiences feel welcomed, entertained, and engaged throughout the event.
Testimonials
Your wonderful, vivacious nature and quick wit made for a perfect host. You brought sparkle, energy and verve to our show, perfectly complementing our performance. Our members and audience loved your contribution to making Carols by Queerlight one of the best yet!
Luke David
President, Melbourne Rainbow Band
Cherry was born to be an MC.
Kylie Just
Owner, Kylie J Pole Studios
Your beautiful introduction to my Katie Pryce - Naughty and Nice show set the scene impeccably. It was difficult to introduce a comedy show the day after the Bondi Massacre and you handled it respectfully, acknowledged the dreadfulness of the event and then gave the audience permission to have fun. Thankyou Cherry.
Katie Pryce
Katie Pryce Sings - Music education and entertainment
Frequently Asked Questions
What types of events do you host?
Cherry hosts cabaret and burlesque shows, festivals, corporate events, fundraisers, community events, and private celebrations. Cherry has hosted weddings, milestone birthdays and engagement parties, and was the primary MC at her own mother's celebration of life (because she did not trust anyone else to represent her mother as well as she could).
Do you host both corporate and creative events?
Yes. Cherry is experienced in both corporate and creative environments and adapts her tone and style to suit each event.
Are you available outside Melbourne and Geelong?
Yes, Cherry is available to travel for events within and external to Australia.