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A SELECTION OF OUR
RECOMMENDED AFTER DINNER SPEAKERS, WITH A HOST OF
THEMES, AND ALL SUITED TO A CORPORATE AUDIENCE
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BRENDAN HEALY – (A) – Former presenter of
Razzmatazz, and star of stage and screen. A very
well known character in his native North East where
he still performs in Panto every year. A wonderful
clean, story teller and huge dinner hit.
JOHN BOYD – (A) – The stalward of BBC sport
in the Yorkshire region. Regular presenter on Look
North, Radio Leeds and various other shows. “Boydie”
is the originator of his unique “Each Way Bet” quiz,
using his vast knowledge of sport over the century
and will always include this into the speech.
ERIC JONES – (A) – Former Detective
Superintendent with Manchester CID. Very eloquent
speaker, with a wealth of topical observation,
coupled with the story of his life from being a beat
bobby to his retirement from the force.
MIKE MAGUIRE – (A) – Made the headlines in
2002 after famously winding up Sven Goran Ericcson
pretending to be Kevin Keegan! Now host of Century
FM morning show, and a regular on Granada TV.
Popular after dinner speaker with an act that shows
off his full range of mimics.
ROD TAYLOR – (A) – Former TV Producer.
Re-enacting many well known comedic routines of
yesteryear, alongside his tales of working with some
of televisions’ finest entertainers.
MIKE KELLY – (A) – An original “Comedian” who
has appeared on numerous TV shows since. A mickey
taker, using off the cuff comments about the
audience, coupled with stand up comedy.
IAN R SHUTTLEWORTH – (A) – Leeds based
solicitor and raconteur. Ian is a freeman of the
City of London, and of the Company of City
Solicitors. He particularly enjoys golf days.
MARTIN GOLD – (A) – Former impressionist,
ultra clean after dinner comedian / speaker.
Delivers his act without a trace of bad language,
and proves that comedy is all about timing, yet is
suitable for all audiences, whether young or old,
all male, or mixed. Martin is regularly in talks
about his own game show and is surely a star of the
future.
LESLIE GIBSON – (A) – Impressionist and
comedian. Leslie has taken the after dinner circuit
by storm. A young comic from Liverpool, Leslie
started out around 10 years ago as an impressionist.
Years later, the act has developed into comedy and
impressions, with his uncanny knack for portraying
today soap stars a particular favourite.
CHARLIE HALE – (A) – Superb comedy
impressionist / entertainer. Uses stand up humour,
coupled with a host of sports and TV impressions. An
all round act, and no smut!
BERNI FLINT – (A) – Comedian / Singer. Very
popular corporate entertainer, with a string of hits
to his name. Along the lines of Mike Harding.
PETER J BROWN – (A) – Former Crown Prosecutor
from North Wales. Light hearted look at the law, and
the criminal system! Very entertaining speaker.
JOHN WELCH – (A) – Former Coldstream Guard.
Entertaining stories from the ranks, with the
various characters brought to life by John.
SEAN STYLES - (A) - Brilliant After Dinner
Speaker / Comedian. Sean combines stand up humour
from his native Liverpool, with superb mimicry of
the dinner guests and littered with various uncanny
impressions. A very confident speaker who is
possibly one of the most popular speakers on the
circuit.
GRAHAM “GRUMBLEWEED” WALKER – (A) – The
short, fat one from the Grumbleweeds! A superb
speaker charting his life from childhood, to his
rise to fame. Impressions, jokes, and simply funny
stories.
BRIAN NEWBOLD – (A) – Fast rising popular
speaker. Has spoken at almost every kind of function
up and down the country. Entertaining anecdotes from
this former Coalboard manager, and chartered
surveyor.
DAVE HOWES – (A) – A history in business, and
sport, Dave’s stories do not just relate to his
passion, Rugby League, but are a mix of amusing
anecdotes from his life and the characters he has
come into contact with. Ideal for both mixed and all
male audiences
JOSH DANIELS – (A) – Really making a name for
himself, Josh is an all round comedy entertainer.
Stand up, observational and traditional humour, Josh
is one of the few comedians able to bridge the gap
between mainstream and alternative comedy. His forte
is the unique parodies he performs with guitar and
never fails to bring the house down.
STAN TAYLOR – (A) – Speaker famous for his
legendary “Submarine routine” A great story teller
and life president of the Comedians’ Golfing
Society.
NORMAN PRINCE – (A) – Former “Houghton
Weavers” frontman, and now BBC Radio presenter. Very
clean speaker looking at the differing dialects
across Britain, coupled with a number of stories of
well remembered radio “outtakes”
HARRY GRATION – (A) – From BBC’s Look North.
Popular broadcaster / presenter, and also very
accomplished after dinner speaker. Formerly part of
Super League, Harry has a vast knowledge of sport,
particularly rugby.
CHRISTA ACKROYD – (A) – As Harry’s co
presenter, Christa has a career steeped in the
broadcasting and the media. Former journalist, now
has her own page in the Sunday Express, as well as
her show on Radio Leeds, and BBC Look North.
MIKE FARRELL – (A) – Very dry after dinner
speaker from Yorkshire, with a laid back approach,
and over 30 years in the business.
GARY MARSHALL – (A) – Original and fresh
observational stand up comedian / speaker. Taking a
rye look at life. Very entertaining, clean speaker
who despite his 40 years, has been a professional
comedian for over 20!
IAN RICHARDS – (A) – A huge hit on golf
events, Ian is a former cabaret comedian, who made
the transition to After Dinner Speaker in 1990. A
keen sportsman, he has been the chosen entertainer
for many testimonial dinners, and is even capable of
tailoring the speech to suit a particular brief if
required.
SID DENNIS – (A) – The Scrapmetal man from
Skegness, or Metal Recycler! Growing up in the
family business established in 1884, Sid’s inventive
capacity to relate his life in an imaginative and
entertaining manner is always a hit with audiences.
BILLY BEAN – (A) – Corporate speaker /
comedian. Delivers a speech ideally suited to the
audience. Humour and anecdotes always appreciated
and never failing to hit the mark.
DUSTY YOUNG – (A) – One of Ireland’s greatest
exports. Has sold more tapes as a comedian than any
other within the British Isles. Now an after dinner
speaker, with a simple daft approach to life. No bad
language, just typical Irish humour.
MICKEY GUNN – (A) – The pransome hince of
Comedy. Known as the originator of the spoonersim
version of Cinderalls, Mickey is a first class
corporate comedian, suited to all male or mixed
events, and a particular favourite at golf clubs.
GERVAISE PHINN – (A) – Former Schools
Inspector, author, broadcaster and after dinner
speaker. A natural storyteller, he combines the
timing of the professional comedian with palpable
warmth and the ability to deliver a message that is
just more than just a series of jokes.
AUSTIN MITCHELL (A) – One of the longest
serving politicians in the region, former television
presenter.
MIKE COWAN – (A) – Former Yorkshire and
England fast bowler alongside Fred Trueman, Mike
then went on to become regional sales director for
Penguin Books. An honourary Rotarian, Mike’s speech
is not only about sport, but also humour, and
provides an ideal finish to a conference, dinner, as
guest speaker or comedian.
BARRY ROBERTS – (A) – Former scriptwriter and
programme consultant. Barry also has the ability to
tailor his speech to suit the particular client, and
has even written speeches for a number of top
sportsmen and celebrities.
DEREK HATTON – (A) – The infamous Liverpool
Councillor! Popular media figure with his own
regular radio show on Century Radio. A non political
speech based on his life and loves.
IAN KEABLE – (B) – Brilliant comedy
mindreader, magician and after dinner speaker. An
act combing comedy speaking and magic. Ian started
out as a stand up working the Comedy Store and
similar venues before developing the magic side to
suit a corporate audience.
JOHN HOTOWKA – (B) – An unforgettable evening
of magic, comedy and good natured audience
participation is the best way to describe John’s
act, which has taken him across Europe and the
Middle East. He can also incorporate close up magic
into the evening.
LEE LARD – TRIBUTE TO PETER KAY – (A) - The
only Peter Kay tribute act in the country – and the
best! Lee not only looks like Peter, sounds like
Peter – but is also as funny as Peter. From comedy
characters, to regular stand up, Lee is not only
packing audiences, but bringing a breath of fresh
air to the comedy circuit.
LEA ROBERTS – (A) – Lea, a welder by trade
rose to National fame when he slaughtered the
competition in ITV “Stand Up Britain” Comedy talent
trail in 2002. Before then, Lea had built up a
strong reputation as one of the most up and coming
after dinner speakers in the country. His broad
Yorkshire accent and relaxed style makes him a hit
with audiences
JOHNNIE CASSON – (B) - Widely regarded as one
of the funniest comedians in the country by his
comedy peers. Peter Kay’s hero and simply a clean
funny comedian taking a look at his downtrodden life
as a Yorkshireman. Traditional and topical humour.
MICK MILLER – (B) – From the original TV show
– THE COMEDIANS and with an act that is as fresh
today as it was 25 years ago. Known for being a Max
Wall lookalike, Mick’s act is observational humour
on modern day life. Simply a very funny man.
PATRICK TANSEY – (B) – Another Irish speaker.
Clean Irish humour, yet incorporating his infamous
“This is Your Life” routine aimed at an unsuspecting
member of the audience.
STEPHEN SMITH – (B) – Yorkshire Solicitor /
Author and Broadcaster. Thoroughly entertaining
speaker, with a wealth of knowledge from his legal
career. Has represented many celebrity clients
including Prince Nazeem Hamed, and Adam Faith, and
has written numerous books based around his love of
comedy and law.
JOHN KETTLEY – (B) - arguably Britain's most
famous and favourite weather presenter. After Dinner
Speaker, TV presenter and regular panellist. The
only weatherman with a song named after him!
IAN McCASKILL – (B) – Former weather
presenter, now semi – retired. Fellow of the
Meteorological Society, and entertaining, if not a
little eccentric, after dinner speaker!
NICK OWEN – (B) – Once the original king of
morning and daytime TV. Now BBC anchorman for
Midlands Today regional news programme.
DAVID KENDALL – (B) – Former Bank Manager and
famed speaker. Highly regarded entertaining speaker
with a typical Yorkshire sense of humour.
JOHN VIRGO – (B) – Former snooker star, and
now regular BBC snooker commentator. John became a
household name when he became Jim Davidson’s
sidekick on BBC’s “Big Break” and following several
successful series, has gone on star in Pantomime
every year and guest on numerous TV shows.
CLIVE GREENAWAY – (B) – Otherwise known as
the “Driving Instructor.” The only man television
companies call on for learner driving programmes,
including Comic Relief and Celebrity Driving School.
Former Army Tank driver, Clive has been professional
speaker since 1992.
DAVID GUNSON – (B) – Former Air Traffic
Controller. The man behind the top selling tape
“What goes up, must come down.” Much sought after
speaker.
STEVE NALLON – (B) – One of the country’s
leading impressionists best known as the only
Margaret Thatcher impersonator. Was the leading
impressionist on Spitting Image and as a speaker
goes through an array of popular characters. Will
also liase with the client to personalise the
speech.
IAN IRVING – (B) – As a cabaret performer,
Ian has supported such names as Lionel Richie, Elkie
Brooks, Jimmy Tarbuck, The Drifters, and many more.
As an after dinner speaker, Ian has worked all over
the world, including many golf classics, company
dinners and sporting events in USA, South Africa,
and Portugal. He is also able to tailor the act to
suit the particular client.
DR KEVIN JONES – (B) – Consultant, and former
junior at Barts Hospital. Very dry sense of humour,
with a dark view on the Health Service. Very tongue
in cheek.
BARRY WILLIAMS – (B) – After dinner comedian
/ speaker. Very entertaining general speaker. Always
a hit, with an act to suit all audiences.
MIKE CRAIG – (B) – Former comedy writer and
TV Producer. Has written for many of the great
comedy stars of the past, and now retells those
routines, including the famous “Box” routine. Spends
most of his time on the cruise ships, with his very
engaging personality.
TIM VINE – (B) - He is a joke machine gun,
rattling out one joke after another in quick
succession. At full pelt Tim sprays out 10 jokes a
minute. Keep the laughs short he’s got a lot to get
through.
Hosted his own shows “Fluke”, “Whittle” and
“Housemates” and has guested on” Des O Connor”, “Jim
Davidson Presents”, “Night Fever”, “Call My Bluff”
and “Stand up Show.” Also a regular on the current
“Sketch Show” on ITV.
MAL RICH – (B) - One of the reasons he is so
successful in the corporate field, is due to the
fact that he is able to personalise much of his
material towards the company, its employees and
clients. His act features a unique routine where he
invites the audience to beat him to the punchline in
a series of one-liners and, if requested, a really
funny “This is Your Life” routine can be aimed at a
specific victim!
GARRY RICHARDSON – (B) – BBC TV Sports
presenter and broadcaster. R4’s Today programme
sports presenter, plus Wimbledon, World Snooker and
many others. A fast moving monologue of stories from
his life, 25 years of broadcasting and many topical
one liners!
DENIS BUNDY – (B) – Very entertaining After
Dinner Speaker, known for his unique “Tribute to
Tommy Cooper” routine, that proves a hit with all
events – golf days, conferences, Round Table, Sports
Dinners.
DUGGIE BROWN – (B) – Former TV “Comedian”
known for his “parrot” sketch! One of the finest
after dinner comedians on the circuit, and now also
a popular actor, seen recently on Brookside
DAVE WOLFE – (B) – The King of Corporate!
Very clever approach to after dinner speaking, with
a personalised speech tailored specifically to the
audience.
JOHN SIMONETT – (B) – Specialising in
corporate events, John is able to absorb a brief and
make each performance relative to the audience. As a
bonus, he is also able to complement his speech with
clever and amusing magic, introduced as a surprise,
and performed in a business-like, matter-of-fact
manner. His blend of topical humour and magic -
tailored to a client’s specific brief - provides a
unique and refreshingly different alternative to the
traditional after-dinner speaker.
VINCE EARLE – (B) – “Ron Dixon” in Brookside,
and originally a stand up comedian. Very
entertaining speaker, laced with stand up jokes and
TV stories.
NORMAN COLLIER – (B) – Made his name in the
70s and 80s in numerous TV shows. Is known for his
comedy routines, and particularly the “chicken”
routine!
FRED DINENAGE – (B) - Fred was an original
host on the childrens science programme 'How?' and
has a wealth of hilarious TV experiences. Very
popular and sought after speaker, particularly in
the South of England, where he still presents the
local news and events show Monday to Friday.
DON McLEAN – (B) – Very popular corporate
after dinner speaker. Much in demand for his ultra
clean brand of comedy.
JOHN STALKER - (B) – Former Assistant Chief
Constable for Manchester Constabulary. Outspoken
former policeman turned TV presenter and crime
expert.
DAVID HAMILTON – (B) – One of Britain’s best
known Radio and TV personalities. Now with
Worthing’s Splash FM and as an after dinner speaking
regales some of the many behind the scenes
“cock-ups” that have occurred over his long career.
STEVE WOMACK – (B) – The complete after
dinner entertainer. A combination of comedy, guitar,
and musical ditties written and performed by Steve.
In demand.
JOHN CUGLEY – (B) – Corporate lawyer and one
of the country’s leading rowing historians. His
speech is best described as “Clive Anderson with a
hint of Terry Thomas”, delivered by his deep
mahogany voice!
TONY BALL MBE – (B) - Tony Ball is
acknowledged internationally as one of Britain’s top
marketeers and most popular public speakers. A
brilliant motivator, humorist and raconteur, Tony
started his career as an apprentice on the shop
floor of the Austin Motor Company and rose to become
its youngest ever Sales Director. He’s the man who
actually launched the legendary MINI in the swinging
60’s.
JOHN McVICAR – (C) – The infamous armed
robber, now working as a journalist for past 20
years. Made the headlines recently following a
successful libel action brought against by Linford
Christie.
JENNIE BOND – (C) – Popular former BBC Royal
Correspondent who really caught the public’s eye
after being runner up on ITV’s “I’m a Celebrity –
Get Me Out Of Here!” Now a regular contributor to
documentaries and has recently presented her own
show charting the life of the Royals.
WILLIAM ROACH – (C) – Aka Ken Barlow from
Coronation Street. Bill has played the part for over
40 years and established himself as one of Britain’s
best loved soap stars.
CLIVE COLEMAN – (C) - barrister, leading
television comedy writer, after diner and
motivational speaker working with a raft of top UK
based and international companies and organisations
(Microsoft, Cisco, O2, BT, Fiat, DAF etc).
Writer of BBC Sitcom “Chambers” and legal consultant
and scriptwriter to “The Bill.”
www.clivecoleman.co.uk
HAZEL IRVINE – (C) – One of the BBC’s most
experiences and popular Sport presenters. With a
wealth of regional BBC Scotland shows to her name
(from joining in 1990) Hazel has since become the
face of BBC Sport, covering events such as The
London Marathon, World Snooker, The Open and
Athletic to name a few.
PERRY McCARTHY – (C) – aka “The Stig” from
Top Gear. Perry is one of Britain’s top racing
drivers, and probably Britain’s unluckiest! Gives a
highly amusing insight into the World’s most
glamorous sport, and looks back on his career at the
top and the bottom, spanning 20 years.
NEIL & CHRISTINE HAMILTON – (C) No strangers
to the media they are engaging personalities and
highly entertaining speakers – either together or
separately. These two have ‘enjoyed’ a wide range of
experiences – life in and around Westminster as MP
and spouse, roughing it in the “I’m a Celebrity…”
Jungle, closely documented by Louis Theroux, the
trauma of bankruptcy, numerous high profile and
costly court battles, being accused of rape,
arrested by the police and, after all that and much
more, making a fresh start, re-building their lives
and forging a successful media and showbiz career.
They are guaranteed to charm any audience both
before, during and after their speech.
BARRY CRYER – (D) – Comedy scriptwriter, and
the man behind many well known classic comedy
sketches. Will personalise the speech to the
occasion, and is writes much material for most top
comedians.
GYLES BRANDRETH – (C) – Thespian, writer,
broadcaster, editor, former politician and very
entertaining after dinner speaker. Holds the World
Record for the longest AD speech, lasting 12hours!
JIM BOWEN – (C) – From TV’s “Bullseye” and
“The Comedians.” Former comedian, now speaker
focusing on the amusing characters who have appeared
on the show over the years. Very entertaining.
ADRIAN WALSH – (C) – The Encyclopaedia of
comedy. Able to tailor his act to suit the client,
with his laid back Irish observational humour
appreciated by audiences both sides of the Atlantic.
KEVIN CONNELLY – (C) – Regarded as possibly
the finest impressionist / after dinner entertainers
in the business. As heard on Radio’s “Dead Ringers”
BOB “The Cat” BEVAN – (C) – Former Goalkeeper
and often seen on BBC’s Aunties Bloomers. Very
popular speaker / comedian.
ROY WALKER – (C) – Former host of ITV’s
“Catchphrase” Roy made his name like so many other
comedians in his day on the show “The Comedians.” A
clean, laid back performer, Roy is ideal for company
conferences and mixed dinner events.
DENNIS TAYLOR – (C) – World Snooker Champion
of 1985, and now regular commentator, presenter.
Dennis is a very entertaining after dinner speaker,
with his clean Irish blarney, or can be booked to
work round a snooker table, where his trick shots
and rapport are best appreciated.
BILL TIDY – (C) – Well known cartoonist and
TV panel guest. Incorporates cartoons into the
speech, which involves a huge scroll across the
room. Entertaining, and something a little
different.
GRAHAM DAVIES - (C) – Former barrister, but
no stuffy legal stories! Tailored to the client,
Graham is the corporate man for all occasions. A
plausible imposter, AD speaker / presenter,
scriptwriter, AD tutor. His speech can best be
described as topical, sharp, precise, tailored
punchy delivered wit.
NICHOLAS PARSONS – (C) – From TV’s “Sale of
The Century” and now touring with the “Rocky Horror
Show.” Nicholas has been the star of many TV shows,
theatre shows since the 1950s. Along with touring
his own one man show, Nicholas is also a much in
demand after dinner speaker.
MATTHEW PARRIS - (D) – Former Conservative
MP, television presenter, and now journalist and
parliamentary sketch writer.
JAMES WHITAKER – (D) – Britain’s favourite
Royal Correspondent. In a career spanning over 35
years, James has covered most leading Royal stories.
His is a Royal biographer, regular television guest
and has been a journalist with the Daily Mirror for
the past 20 years.
JOHN SERGEANT – (D) – BBC Chief Political
Correspondent from 1992 – 2000. A former comedy
performer before spending 35 years in TV, he was
once described by Ian Hislop as being one of the
funniest guests ever to appear on the show – “Have I
Got News For You.”
MICHAEL PORTILLO – (D) – Conservative MP for
Kensington and Chelsea, broadcaster, company
director, journalist and very entertaining after
dinner speaker.
TIFF NEEDELL – (D) – Former Racing Driver
turned television presenter. Originally part of the
TopGear team, Tiff has since become one of Channel
5’s most popular presenters and is still seen on
shows such as “Fifth Gear.” His entertaining speech
centres around the racing and television car world.
JOHN PARROTT MBE (D) – World Snooker Champion
of 1991. Now popular TV presenter, commentator, and
guest captain of BBC’s “Question of Sport.” Very
entertaining speaker, and a great socialiser and
personality.
QUENTIN WILSON - (D) – Former Top Gear
presenter, now hosting Fifth Gear, alongside other
car related shows, and has a regular column in
National newspaper. A rather politically incorrect
speaker, but rather entertaining!
JOHN SIMPSON – (D) – World Affairs editor for
BBC, presenter and superb speaker. Draws on his vast
experiences around the world, highlighted by his
2000 BAFTA Award for News and Current Affairs.
TOM O CONNOR – (D) – Former Gameshow host,
known for Name That Tune, Crosswits and Gambit, but
also a household name with a number of his own TV
shows to his credit. One of the most popular after
dinner speakers on the circuit today, and always in
demand for company events, particularly golf based.
DOMINIC HOLLAND – (D) – TV and Radio star.
Has appeared on numerous TV shows, including They
Think Its all over, Royal Variety Performance and
Des O Connor Tonight.
BOBBY DAVRO – (D) – Comedian and
impressionist. Starred in 6 own TV series, recently
“The Games” and a stalward of live comedy.
RICHARD DIGANCE – (D) – BAFTA Nominee in 1990
for best British Comedian, and one of the most
original and entertaining comedy performers on the
circuit today.
FRANK CARSON – (D) – The infamous Irishman!
One of the funniest men on the planet – just ask
him! A barrage of gags, and always gives great value
for money.
OMID DJALILI – (D) – Britain’s only Iranian
comic appears in many Hollywood Blockbuster films,
and is a very entertaining stand up.
CRAIG CHARLES (D) – Star of Robot Wars and
Red Dwarf. Soon to be taking a role in Coronation
ST.
NICK LEESON – (D) – The infamous man who
“brought down” the Barings Bank. Following
bankruptcy, successfully beating cancer and having a
film made of his life, Nick has been through more
than most people can imagine. A very entertaining
and honest look at his life.
JEREMY VINE – (D) – Former Newsnight
presenter, and popular radio broadcaster. Recently
presented the “Jeremy Vine meets……”, a series of
high profile celebrity interviews.
FRED MacAULEY – (D) – Accountant turned
stand-up, Fred also hosts the leading breakfast show
on Scottish radio. Many guest appearances including
the 11 O Clock show, and McCoist and MacAuley.
LEE HURST – (E) – Became the most
recognisable comedy face on TV during his “They
Think It’s All Over” days, before shunning
television to set up his own successful Comedy Club
in London.
ROSS NOBLE – (E) – Perrier Award Nominee and
Time Out Award Winning Comedian. A regular touring
comedian in the UK, but also a big name in
Australia, where he performs annually.
DAVE SPIKEY – (E) - Alias Jerry The Saint
Sinclair – The compere without compare on TV’s
Phoenix Nights. Dave co-writes the Peter Kay TV
shows, and is a huge hit on the London Comedy
Circuit, as well as many corporate events. Dave is a
former North West Comedian of the Year, and has
appeared on numerous TV shows.
JIMMY CARR – (E) PERRIER 2002 AWARD NOMINEE -
TIME OUT 2003 AWARD WINNER:
SILVER ROSE OF MONTREUX AWARD 2003: BEST GAME SHOW
(‘Your Face Or Mine’)
ROSE D'OR NOMINATION 2004: BEST PRESENTER
('Distraction')
CLIVE ANDERSON - (E)– Chatshow host, comedy
show host, and the new host of “Mastermind.” Quick
witted former lawyer, and very entertaining speaker.
WILLIAM HAGUE – (E) – Former leader of the
Conservative party, now MP, columnist, broadcaster
and speaker. Very entertaining.
JEFF GREEN – (E) – A regular on the “Stand Up
Show”, The Jeff Green Show, and numerous other TV
comedy shows.
TONY ROBINSON – (E) – One of the stars of
Blackadder, and countless other shows. Now
presenting Time Team, Tony is available either as an
entertaining after dinner speaker, or as himself for
dinner, followed by appearing as Baldrick in
character, to a tailored script. Great value and
something a little different.
ARDAL O’ HANLAN – (E) – Star of Father Ted,
and recently My Hero. He is also a best selling
novelist and Perrier Award Winner.
JON CULSHAW – (E) – The star of BBC’s “Dead
Ringers” and also “The Jon Culshaw Show” on ITV.
John was also a regular on Radio 1, before moving to
regular TV work as an impressionist.
IAN HISLOP (E) – Ian has steered Private Eye
to commercial success, without losing any of it’s
bite, though he has managed to lose the odd law
suit! Losing captain on “Have I got News for You”
and a prolific writer and commentator.
CHRIS BARRIE – (E) – Star of Brittas Empire
and Red Dwarf and a superb after dinner speaker.
ALISTAIR McGOWAN – (F) – Star of “The Big
Impression” and one of Britain’s brightest
impressionists. Mimics anyone in the public eye,
particularly David Beckham, and also writes a sports
column for the Daily Telegraph.
DERREN BROWN – (E) - Star of Channel 4’s
“Derren Brown: Mind Control” and other TV shows.
Derren can work either by mingling amongst guests
allowing them to experience his powers quite
uniquely, or as a 45minute stage show.
JIMMY TARBUCK OBE – (F) – One of Liverpool’s
greatest comedy exports. Legendary comedian and game
show, and television host.
AL MURRAY – (F) – aka The Pub Landlord and
Perrier award winning comedian. Star of various TV
comedy shows, as well as touring the UK and hosting
a number of television gameshows.
JACK DEE – (F) – Dead pan comedian and actor.
Originally known for his “John Smiths” ads, Jack has
fronted his own Saturday Night show, and recently
returned victorious from Celebrity Big Brother.
RORY BREMNER (F) – The famed impressionist
and political observer. Star of stage and currently
seen on Channel 4’s satirical show, “Bremner, Bird
and Fortune.”
JASPER CARROTT OBE (F) – Ever popular
comedian from Birmingham. Starred in TV’s “The
Detectives” and recently “All About Me,” but perhaps
best known “Canned Carrott” “Carrott’s Commercial
Breakdown” and many more. His tours sell out
instantly.
FRANK SKINNER – (G) – Comedian and chat show
host. Famed for his collaborations with his mate
David Baddiel on shows such as Fantasy Football and
Baddiel and Skinner Unplanned. Presented several
years of his “The Frank Skinner Show” before
deciding to return to his first love – comedy.
Should you be interested in any of the above
speakers, please contact us for availability and
exact cost. We also hold further information on many
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