Culture & The Arts Speakers
The arts shape how we think, communicate and connect. They open up new ways of seeing the world, whether your event explores creativity, culture, storytelling or the role of the arts in business and society.
If you are looking to book arts and culture speakers who bring substance, originality and creative authority, our arts and culture speakers are selected for their ability to engage audiences with insight, warmth and real world experience. From visual artists and writers to musicians, cultural commentators and creative leaders, they explore how the arts influence leadership, innovation and the way people experience the world, whether you are planning a conference, awards ceremony or team event.
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E E: £2k-£5k Laura Dockrill's first adult book, What Have I Done, is an account of her experience with Post Partum Psychosis
A A: £25k and over Team Pokerstars professional poker player, astrophysicist and philanthropist, Liv Boeree’s take on business is unique.
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E E: £2k-£5k Writer, broadcaster and Founder of gal-dem, Liv's journalist, radio and TV work has won her various accolates.
E E: £2k-£5k London Contemporary Voices (LCV) is London's leading alternative choir. They have worked with artists including Sam Smith, Joss Stone, Alt-J, Basement Jaxx, Laura Mvula, Imogen Heap, Nitin Sawhney, Newton Faulkner and many more.
D D: £5k-£10k Lorraine is the former Chief Executive of the production company Talkback Thames. She was the first ever female BBC One controller and is now a lauded keynote speaker and media consultant.
D D: £5k-£10k Mariella Frostrup is a superb conference facilitator and awards host, a stalwart of television, radio and journalism.
B B: £15k- £25k Dubbed the “Willy Wonka of design and science”, Nelly is on a mission to bring subversion and disorder into the design and scientific worlds. Her energy and real world examples help corporate audiences to think differently about their business.
A A: £25k and over Author of 'How to be a Domestic Goddess' and 'How to Eat: the Pleasures & Principles of Good Food'.
D D: £5k-£10k Oobah Butler is a freelance journalist who has carved a niche in demonstrating the power of fake news in today's social media climate. He is best known for his recent stunning film and article in which he made the shed he lives in TripAdvisor's top-rated restaurant in London. Oobah speaks regularly at events on the power of fake news, social media and its influence on society.
E E: £2k-£5k Paul Rose, is the former Vice President of the Royal Geographical Society, and his successful and challenging career has taken him on all kinds of expeditions.
POA POA: Contact Us Refik is the leading media artist and expert specializing in big data visualization artworks through the aid of A.I., specifically the application of machine and deep learning.
D D: £5k-£10k Samira Ahmed is an award winning journalist and broadcaster with a special focus on culture, politics and social change.
E E: £2k-£5k Sarah Keyworth (she/they) is an award-winning stand-up comedian and writer. Since first performing stand-up at university, Sarah has fast become one of UK comedy’s brightest new talents.
D D: £5k-£10k Presenter of Radio 4's flagship TODAY Programme, as well as BBC Breakfast News, Sarah Montague is an outstanding conference facilitator.
A A: £25k and over The rock icon who mobilised the world through Band Aid and Live Aid in the 1980s, raising over £150 million for famine relief, Sir Bob Geldof earned an honorary knighthood in 1986 and multiple Nobel Peace Prize nominations for his humanitarian work. Beyond activism, he built successful ventures including Planet 24 and Groupcall, proving business acumen alongside passion.
D D: £5k-£10k Pushing the boundaries of poetry and literature, Sophia delivers powerful messages on topics ranging from mental health and diversity to the key issue of the day.
D D: £5k-£10k Flawless vocals, dazzling choreography and sharp suits: The Soul Brothers show is an all-singing, all-dancing extravaganza of the world's greatest funky soul, Motown and current hip-hop, RnB and pop hits.
A A: £25k and over One of the UK's best known comedians, actor and presenter, Stephen Fry is a British institution. Former long-term host of quiz show QI, prolific writer and originally part of the comedy duo Laurie and Fry. Golden-globe nominated actor and a social influencer through his prolific writings, Stephen is one of the UK’s best-loved celebrities.
D D: £5k-£10k Former head of Granada TV and non-exec chairman of All3Media, Steve Morrison set up the Creative Entrepreneurs Foundation, and is one of the UK's foremost business and media experts.
E E: £2k-£5k Suli Breaks creates powerful poetic presentations that give voice to organisations and help them tell their most powerful stories.
B B: £15k- £25k Tim Westergren is the founder of Pandora Media that transformed the radio/streaming music industry
POA POA: Contact Us Fashion Guru's, Trinny and Susannah explain 'What Not to Wear' and are clothing experts.
POA POA: Contact Us British multi-lingual TV and radio presenter, journalist, published author, and podcaster Vick Hope is a multi-skilled young presenter.
E E: £2k-£5k Will was appointed the Director of Arts and Learning at The Barbican in 2021. He is Author of international bestselling art history book What Are You Looking At? and is one of the most respected commentators on The Arts.
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Submit your event details via our enquiry form. The more information you can share about the audience, the aims and objectives of the session and the overall event, the easier it will be for our team to recommend the perfect culture and art speaker. Either way, we’ll get back to you within an hour to guide you on availability, fees, and how the speaker can tailor their talk to your audience.
Arts and culture speakers offer thought-provoking insights into creativity, society, and human expression. They may explore topics such as the power of storytelling, diversity in the arts, or cultural innovation. Their talks often blend inspiration with practical takeaways, encouraging audiences to think outside the box and see the world through a more creative lens.
Yes. Many arts and culture speakers highlight the role of creativity in problem-solving, innovation and communication - all of which are essential to business success. By drawing on their experience in creative industries, they help others understand how cultural awareness and artistic thinking can inspire collaboration and fresh perspectives in the workplace.
Our arts and culture speakers are an excellent fit for conferences, festivals, client events, or internal sessions focused on creativity, diversity, or inspiration. They’re perfect for panel discussions or as keynote speakers to spark new ideas and encourage creative thinking across teams and industries.
Our arts and culture speakers come from across a range of creative landscapes: artists, curators, musicians, filmmakers and cultural commentators who bring fresh perspectives on creativity and society. The right choice will depend on your event theme, whether you want to explore innovation, diversity in the arts, or the power of storytelling and who will resonate with your audience. You can discover some of our speakers in our blog, Top 10 Arts & Culture Speakers.
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