stage presence

American  

[stayj prez-uhns] / ˈsteɪdʒ ˌprɛz əns /

noun

1. a quality that allows a person to command attention from an audience, often based on the way they hold themselves or behave.

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stage presence

Pete Chambers, the founder of the Coventry Music Museum, said King had a stage presence "like James Brown".

From BBC ● Jul. 20, 2026

You wouldn’t expect a close race if you’ve only watched Stevens getting roasted on social media for her stage presence.

From Slate ● Jul. 18, 2026

She has stage presence that you just can’t fake.

From Salon ● Jun. 5, 2026

In his conversation with CBS correspondent Tracy Smith, Short reflected on how his experiences with grief early in life informed his stage presence and confidence.

From Los Angeles Times ● May 11, 2026

At one audition, a boy with a great voice and big stage presence tries for a part.

From "Drama High" by Michael Sokolove