RHYS TOLHURST

Pop/Jazz/Acoustic Solo

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Rhys Tolhurst is a Melbourne-based singer, performer and professional MC who regularly travels to Cairns and Port Douglas to host, perform and DJ at conferences, corporate events and private functions.

Known for his warm vocal presence, confident stagecraft and ability to read a room, Rhys brings a polished, adaptable approach to live entertainment that suits everything from high-end corporate events to gala dinners, awards nights and premium celebrations. His background spans pop, jazz, soul and swing, allowing him to move seamlessly between live performance, hosting and DJ duties while maintaining a cohesive, professional flow across an event.

Rhys is trusted by event planners and venues for his calm, experienced presence and his ability to manage the energy of a room — from opening moments through to peak-time entertainment. Whether acting as MC, delivering live music sets, or transitioning into DJ-led segments, he focuses on pacing, audience connection and creating an experience that feels effortless for both guests and organisers.

Alongside his event work, Rhys maintains an active recording and performance career, appearing on major stages and in national productions. In 2026, he will headline Hamer Hall as part of Melbourne’s Morning Melodies program, further reinforcing his reputation as a performer who is equally comfortable leading large audiences or delivering more intimate, refined performances.

For Cairns and Port Douglas clients, Rhys offers a dependable, travel-ready solution for conferences and events that require professionalism, flexibility and a high standard of presentation — with one experienced performer handling hosting, live music and DJ entertainment as a seamless package.


TESTIMONIALS:

"As an event coordinator, I'm very discerning in who I recommend to clients. It's important to have somebody reliable, personable, punctual and talented - Rhys Tolhurst is all those things and more. I have no hesitation in wholeheartedly recommending Rhys for any entertainment requirements. He has the ability to read a room and conduct himself accordingly, which is so important in any event situation. Not to mention his dulcet tones are sure to be a crowd-pleaser, and impress your guests."

Bridget Evans
Marketing & Events, Paronella Park

"We are so proud of our local talent Rhys Tolhurst - he is much more than a singer; he is a soulful writer, he engages his audience with his youthful charm & personality and is very generous with his time! Would you believe that he entertained our crowd for hours as his contribution to our Relay For Life fundraising cause ? And the Champagne Girls loved him!! If he is ever in town we all flock to see him."

Gail Rogers
Specialised Speech Services

Rhys provided us with an absolutely amazing performance at our wedding. He is a true professional and was fantastic to deal with during the very stressful lead up to the big day. He really paid attention to what we wanted and ensured the music matched the style of our wedding perfectly. We had so many comments from our guests expressing how much they enjoyed Rhys' performance. We were actually disappointed that we had to leave for our photos and didn't get to stay an enjoy the full performance. Rhys has an amazing voice and is a very talented musician and entertainer. We would definitely recommend Rhys to anyone, not only for weddings, but for any type of function... you will not be disappointed!

- Uki & Murray Wedding