Steve Walls

Steve Walls- Compere, Host, Comedian

Steve Walls

Steve, a Newcastle lad born and bred, has a wealth of experience in most genres of media / entertainment.

As a Compere, Steve has hosted Corporate Events, Fashion Shows, Sportsman’s Dinners, Business Awards, Talent Shows and Entertainment Industry Showcases. He has hosted Events with the likes of Ant & Dec, Alan Shearer, Sir Bobby Robson, Al Murray, Roy “Chubby” Brown, Michael Owen and Clive Anderson to name a few.

The highlight was being asked by UEFA to host the 2003 Champions League Final at Old Trafford. He was also proud to be chosen to Host the Remembrance Day service in 2005, which was attended by HRH the Earl of Wessex (Prince Edward)

Steve is also an accomplished actor. He has acted in many TV Commercials. He was Julian Jacks in “Byker Grove” and Terry in the West End smash hit “Boogie Nights”

As a TV Presenter, Steve has presented for Tyne Tees Television, Children In Need for BBC Newcastle, and more recently for Yoo Play Media, on Cash Quiz and Puzzle Time. He was one of the main presenters on Avago Balls on Channel 841 on Sky. He has also presented numerous corporate videos

Steve is a Vocalist with a great CV. His work has included many Cruise lines such as P & O on ship like Arcadia and Oriana, Thomson’s, Sun Cruises and Royal Olympic. He has been in numerous Theatre Productions, Weddings and Corporate Events; He is able to tailor his vocals to an entertaining, but unobtrusive dinner / cocktail set, or a Party set to create a great atmosphere.

As a Comic, Steve toured extensively in 2006 & 2007 as support comic to Freddie Starr in various UK Theatres. 2008 sees Steve touring as Comic for the “Sensational 60’s Show” with The Tremeloes, Dreamers, Marmalade and The Merseybeats. Steve also appears regularly in the “Ricky Tomlinson laughter show” in UK theatres. He is an experienced TV warm up comic. He worked with Cat Deeley on “Stars in Their Eyes Kids” and Rhona Cameron on “Russian Roulette”. Steve has been the lead comic in thirteen Pantomimes in many No1 venues such as Manchester Opera House and Sunderland Empire. He has done Panto with the likes of Coronation Street’s Tina O’Brien and Johnny Briggs, and “Starsky” Paul Michael Glaser.

What people have said…………….

"I would like to congratulate everyone involved in the success of the Charlie Bear Ball. It was a wonderful evening, and all credit should go to Compere, Steve Walls. This proved to be an inspired choice. A talented all round performer who would be invaluable to any event. I particularly enjoyed his singing during dinner. The money raised from the auction, far and away exceeded our expectations. We enjoyed heads and tails, and he even made the raffle entertaining! Sir Leonard Fenwick; Newcastle NHS Foundation Trust chief executive

“It was a real pleasure working with Steve, he was a great presenter. He was funny, well paced, flexible, and had the audience eating out of the palm of his hand. It was a real pleasure working with him, knowing he could handle any of the inevitable problems that arise on a night like Children In Need, and what a great singing voice, which I wasn’t expecting! He was a real Pro. I hope to work with him again soon”

Jon Harle; senior producer; BBC Newcastle;

“I would like to say a big thank you to you Steve, you have been an excellent host, in fact one of the best I have seen. Thank you for all your help, particularly with the questions and answers at the end of my speech”

Clive Anderson; TV Presenter

'It is great to see a young man who knows how to host a show as it should be run. I was impressed that not only Steve could sing, and do comedy, he also give me one of the best introductions I have had for many years. He does it with warmth, charm and a big smile on his face. It's a pity there aren't the TV openings these days that there once were, as he would be perfect. That said, Steve will never be short of work, and I wish him the very best of luck in his career'

Des O'Connor; TV Legend!

Having worked as an Actor / Comic / Vocalist / Compere and Presenter, Steve is every sense of the word, an “Entertainer!”

Testimonials

Carole Beverley; Chief Executive, Entrepreneurs Forum

"Dear Steve, I wanted to drop you a quick line to say thank you for Compering for us at the Newcastle Hilton Hotel last week. You are a truly multitalented and an exceptional entertainer and your enthusiasm and professionalism contributed immensely to the success of the evening. We raised over £59,000 and could not have done this without everyone having a thoroughly enjoyable evening. You were a delight to work with and reduced my stress levels ten fold. I sincerely hope that we can work together in the future and wish you much success in your career"

Jon Harle; Senior producer BBC Newcastle

"Steve came to our attention because he hosts most of the major North East Events. We decided we wanted to use him for Children In Need. We weren't disappointed! Steve is great, he has an infectious personality, and had the audience eating out the palm of his hand, He is a real pro!""

Maureen Murray; AM Model agency

"Dear Steve, Thank you for making the job of a compere a pleasure to listen to. The rapport you established with the audience seemed effortless (a sign of a true professional!) and generated an enthusiastic and pleasurable atmosphere. We sincerely hope that you will be free to work again with us in the future - because apart from being very good at your job - you're a thoroughly nice chap, which all our models will join us in testifying too!"

Sandra Pattinson; KLM uk

"Dear Steve, just a short note, on behalf of KLMuk I would like to thank you for making our recent client evening a huge success. The feedback has been excellent and I would have no hesitation in recommending you. We will be looking at doing further evenings throughout the year and I will contact you again."

Dawn Coates; Event Co-ordinator; Hardwick Hall

"Dear Steve, Thank you once again for hosting another successful Festival at Hardwick Hall Hotel. Many guests have complimented you, through me, on your professionalism and ease with hosting such a large event. With this in mind, can I request that you are available to compere once again for us on the 16th May 2008 and 12th September 2008 for the Lobster and Oyster Festival respectivley. Many thanks again for all your help."