Corporate MC & Event Host

Not just a Master of Ceremonies, Brendan is your Master of Experiences!

Whether it is a full day conference, an awards night or a fundraising gala, Brendan brings the energy, adaptability and charm only a live performer can bring. An event MC based in Auckland, working throughout New Zealand and worldwide, he leaves the room inspired and connected, with each other and with your event, all while experiencing moments of genuine wonder and a tonne of laughs along the way!

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THE EXPERIeNCE

An MC like no other.

Brendan brings the spontaneity of a live performer to the role of MC, keeping the event on track, the room connected, and the atmosphere alive.

More than introducing what’s next, Brendan keeps the whole experience moving with purpose.

He engages the audience from the first welcome, resets the room after breaks, keeps energy high between speakers and formalities, and helps key messages land with impact.

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Brendan Dooley Comedy Magician and MC on stage at a conference dinner In Wellington
Brendan Dooley Comedy Magician and MC hosting an awards night
THE MC TOOLBOX

Part Showman. Part Host. All over it.

Brendan does the work before he ever steps on stage. He teams up with you and your team to understand the audience, tone, goals and moments that matter. From there, he tailors his role to fit the event.

On the day, he brings the showman’s charm, comedy chops and impeccable memory to make the room feel engaged from the start. He picks up names, details and moments in real time, then weaves them through your event so guests feel seen, heard and connected.

And to top it off, he brings a healthy dose of lovable energy that can lift the room in seconds!

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THE ENTERTAINMENT EDGE

MC. World class Entertainer. Nerd.

Brendan keeps your event alive, like only a top-class entertainer can. Your audience gets a taste of what has taken him around the world. Modern magic, quick-witted comedy, impossible mind reading, superhuman memory and cheeky pickpocketing, just to name a few!

Throughout the event, he weaves in crafted interactive moments that keep the room buzzing, make the important beats land harder, and give your guests the kind of experience they will be talking about long after the event wraps.

Whether your audience is 50 executives or 1,000 delegates, they’ll all want to be his best friend!

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Brendan Dooley Comedy Magician and MC audience members reacting at an awards night in Christchurch
THE DOOLEY DIFFERENCE

Why people love working with Brendan

Built around your event

Entertainment shouldn’t be ‘one size fits all’. The work starts before Brendan walks in the door. We start with a conversation to understand your event goals and audience. From there, the entertainment experience is customised around your event.

Corporate comedy shaped to your crowd, impossible moments mapped to the running order, and energy and atmosphere curated to your people. The result is an event that is purpose-built for your guests!

A rare combination

Entertainment for audiences who’ve seen it all. Modern magic, impossible mind reading, dexterous stunts, and that’s just the beginning. Brendan has built a unique toolbox of skills, including cheeky pickpocketing, superhuman memory and sharp comedy chops.

This is all woven together to create organic and unforgettable moments that can only happen with your people at your event. Moments that catapult the conversation past the night and into stories that get retold for years!

Backup Plans from A to Z

Your event only has one shot. Brendan knows how to ride it. Whether the event needs a quick save, a change of pace, or a moment of real weight, the toolbox is there with years of experience to adapt to the moment in real-time.

Speaker no-show? Technical errors? Dinner’s running late? Brendan’s dealt with it all so your audience never needs to know!

  • We couldn’t have been more thrilled with Brendan than we were. He did such a phenomenal job from start to finish—and he was a BIG HIT! The audience LOVED him. We’ve never had so many rave reviews about an MC before. Brendan was memorable. He kept the audience entertained, amused and held their attention throughout…

    Master Electricians
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How It Works

From enquiry to event day

Step 1
Let’s talk

It starts with a call. Brendan wants to understand your event, your audience, and what success looks like for you.

Step 2
Plan it together

Brendan works with your team on the event – refining timing, flow, and key moments to get the emotional arc right.

Step 3
Lock it in

As the event approaches, final details come together. Run sheet, speaker briefs, any last-minute changes.

Step 4
Event day

Brendan arrives early, walks the venue, checks comms with AV, connects with key people, and is ready well before doors open.

Step 5
Debrief

After the event, a debrief closes the loop — what worked, what landed, and what to build on next time.

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    Frequently asked questions

    The MC is your main man on the ground. Brendan keeps the event flowing, holds the energy high, introduces your key people and makes them feel like rockstars, so the night runs smoothly from start to finish.

    He’s an MC and an entertainer in one. Brendan weaves comedy, magic and mindreading into the programme, so transitions become highlights and the room stays switched on between speakers and awards.

    Conferences, awards nights, gala dinners, end of year functions, charity fundraisers and product launches, in Auckland, Wellington, Christchurch and throughout New Zealand. Along with events in Australia and worldwide.

    Yes. Brendan has hosted everything from regional industry dinners to leadership summits and exclusive private events, so he reads the room fast and adjusts his tone to suit. The humour is cheeky but clean, and the focus stays on your people.

    Yes, it’s one of the most common reasons he’s booked. Brendan works with your team beforehand on names, categories and key moments, so every winner feels celebrated and the whole room stays engaged.

    Your team provides the core running order and key messages. Brendan works with you to shape the introductions, transitions and moments that need extra lift, so it sounds natural and lands with the room.

    It almost always does. Speaker no-show, tech issue, dinner running late… Brendan has backup plans from B to Z and adjusts on the fly, so the audience never feels the wobble.

    Yes. Many clients book Brendan to MC and add cocktail magic during pre-dinner drinks or a Signature Show spot during the night. One person, one booking, one less thing to manage.

    A headset or handheld mic through the venue’s sound system, and a quick sound check before doors open. For larger events he works directly with your AV team on cues and timing.

    Yes. Brendan holds public liability insurance, and a certificate is available on request for venues that need one.

    Yes. Based in Auckland, Brendan MCs events across New Zealand, including Wellington, Christchurch, Hamilton, Tauranga and Queenstown, regularly works in Australia, and travels worldwide.

    Brendan has been booked anywhere from a couple of weeks to two years out. Short answer: As soon as possible! Awards season and end of year dates fill quickly, so get in touch early to lock in your date.

    Get in touch through the contact page with your date, event type and programme. Brendan is based in Auckland and MCs conferences, awards nights and gala dinners in Wellington, Christchurch and throughout New Zealand. He’ll confirm availability and send through a tailored proposal.

    Your event deserves an MC who’s ready for anything
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    What clients say about Brendan
    • Brendan absolutely nailed it! He was our MC and performed 2 entertainment spots that were incredible. We highly recommend Brendan, he was super engaging with our audience, fully entertaining and we had a fabulous night with so many great memories created! He was just a superstar!
      EO New Zealand
    • Brendan is world class, memorable and so connecting! From the communication in the lead up, to the delivery he was the ultimate professional… I have never had such amazing feedback from an event and I have been in the events industry for 20+ years. Our board members commented how much he felt like he was part of our team!
      Rotorua Hospice
    • Without Brendan, these two back-to-back conferences and award nights would not have been the roaring successes that they were. His humour, organisational skills, and insane magic kept the event flowing and the audience engaged. The event went from a little unsure to connected, enthused, and absolutely together. One attendee even grabbed the mic for an impromptu thank you followed by a standing ovation. We’ve already locked him in for next year before the event had even ended.
      Mike Pero Group
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