Hire a Comedian or Cabaret Performer
Comedy has the power to break the ice, bring people together and create a shared experience your guests will remember. Whether you need a comedian to headline your evening, warm up the room or add energy between sessions, the right act can transform the atmosphere of any event.
If you are looking to hire a comedian who can deliver a polished, professional and genuinely funny performance, our comedians for hire are selected for their ability to read a room, adapt their material and make the right impression with your audience. From stand up comedians and comedy MCs to impressionists and sketch performers, we connect you with acts who are experienced in corporate and private event settings and know how to pitch their set perfectly.
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D D: £5k-£10k Professional comedian, journalist, blogger and awards host, Dominic Holland is one of the most popular corporate acts on the after-dinner circuit, and a star of British TV.
D D: £5k-£10k Ed Byrne is one of the UK's finest observational comedians, recognised for his sharp wit and natural stage presence through appearances on Mock the Week, Have I Got News for You, QI and hosting Live at the Apollo.
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A A: £25k and over British stand-up comedian, best known for co-presenting the Peacock and Gamble Podcast. Ed Gamble started his comedy career performing with the Durham Revue, and was a finalist in the 2007 Chortle Student Comedy Awards.
D D: £5k-£10k Recognised as one of the most globally celebrated stand up personalities, British-Congolese Eddie Kadi continues to dominate the world of comedy.
D D: £5k-£10k As seen on Live at the Apollo, Mock the Week, The John Bishop Show, Drunk History, Celebrity Squares and more!
E E: £2k-£5k Following impressive performances and wowing audiences at the Latitude, V and Reading festivals and being nominated for Best Debut at the Dave’s Leicester Comedy Festival 2015, Elliot Steel is a must-see comic name to watch out for.
E E: £2k-£5k Ember are a new-age, contemporary string trio performing their own unique arrangements of contemporary pop songs
E E: £2k-£5k Undeniably charming with impeccable comic timing, Eshaan Akbar is the perfect choice to host awards ceremonies and present live events.
E E: £2k-£5k Flux is a breathtaking spectacle of choreographed colour where highly technical juggling is fused with dance and cutting edge technology.
D D: £5k-£10k Taskmaster fan-favourite Fern Brady is one of the UK's hottest comedy stars. She is known for being unique and completely fearless, her caustic wit, exceptional writing and electric stagecraft.
E E: £2k-£5k The youngest ever winner of 'So You Think You're Funny' 2019 and an internet sensation, Finlay Christie is following in the footsteps of Peter Kay and Lee Mack.
D D: £5k-£10k Musical. Comedy Duo. Sisters. Flo & Joan are that 'something different' you didn't know you needed...
D D: £5k-£10k Francesca Martinez - stand-up comedian and actress - and UK’s Motivator of the year award nominee. Winner of the 2011 Fringe Media Network Award.
A A: £25k and over Comedian, chat show host, and radio presenter Frank Skinner is also a former Perrier Award Winner at the Edinburgh Festival.
B B: £15k- £25k Frankie has propelled himself into the premier league with a host of brilliant performances, both on stage and screen.
E E: £2k-£5k Garrett is an acclaimed stand-up comedian, writer, and director known for his top-reviewed Edinburgh Fringe shows, BBC Radio 4 sitcom "Do Gooders", and appearances on the US talk show "Conan.
POA POA: Contact Us Award-winning comedians, Greg Davies, one third of the brilliant sketch act 'We Are Klang' is available for after dinner corporate entertainment
C C: £10k-£15k Former MP, scrabble champion, author, cabaret artist and world record holder of the world's longest after dinner speech, Gyles delights and entertains on any occasion.
E E: £2k-£5k Stand-up comedian, host of Live at the Apollo, and Radio 4 star, Hal Cruttenden has won rave reviews almost everywhere he has performed.
E E: £2k-£5k Helena Bauer is an emerging comedian whose charming attitude connects with any audience.
C C: £10k-£15k Not known for their sense of humour, not many German comedians break the mould and conquer the UK scene – except for Henning Wehn.
D D: £5k-£10k Holly Walsh is a comedy performer and writer. Her lateral-thinking gags and offbeat stage presence combine to form a unique and intensely funny act.
C C: £10k-£15k Hugh Dennis star of Mock the Week began his performing career in 1985, as one half of double act "Punt and Dennis."
C C: £10k-£15k Described as 'one of the best joke writers on the circuit' (GQ), Iain Stirling is a stand-up comedian and BAFTA-nominated presenter.
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Advice & FAQs about Hire a Comedian or Cabaret Performer
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 comedian. 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.
Expect laughter, energy and a room buzzing with good vibes. Our comedians will effortlessly build rapport, bring people together and make even the most formal events feel light-hearted and fun. They’ll keep things sharp, fresh and always on the right side of the line.
Absolutely. Our comedians are corporate pros who know exactly how to tailor their material. They’ll keep it relevant, appropriate and genuinely funny - blending universal humour with moments that feel unique to your audience or company.
Comedians work brilliantly at awards ceremonies, gala dinners, client evenings and conferences where you want to break up the day with laughter. They help guests relax, engage and connect, creating an atmosphere that people remember long after the event ends.
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