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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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A – £500 - £999
B - £1000 - £1999
C – £2000 - £4000
D – Over £4000
E – Over £8000
F – Over £12,000
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 pantomime every year. A wonderful, clean, story
teller and huge dinner hit.
JOHN BOYD (A) – The stalwart 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 Eriksson
pretending to be Kevin Keegan! Now host of
Century FM's breakfast show, and a regular on
Granada TV. Popular after dinner speaker with an
act that shows off his full range of mimicry.
ROD TAYLOR (A) – A former TV producer, who
excels at re-enacting many well known comedic routines of
yesteryear, alongside his tales of working with
some of television's 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. Martin 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. Over the years, the act has
developed into comedy and impressions, with his
uncanny knack for portraying today's 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. His style shares similarities
to the likes of Mike
Harding.
PETER J BROWN (A) – Former Crown Prosecutor
from North Wales. Peter takes a 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 very funny
stories.
BRIAN NEWBOLD (A) – Fast rising popular
speaker. Has spoken at almost every kind of
function up and down the country, to a wide
variety of audiences. Entertaining
anecdotes from this former Coal Board 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) – Comedy Entertainer. 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.
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.
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!
DAVE SPIKEY (D) - 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.
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 game show 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 the
Royal Variety Performance, 'They
Think Its All Over',
and 'Des O'Connor Tonight'.
BOBBY DAVRO (D) – Comedian and impressionist.
Starred in six of his own TV series, and also
Channel 4's “The Games”, and is a stalwart of
live comedy. Bobby currently appears in 'Eastenders'.
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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 his own Saturday night show on BBC1.
Omid is a very entertaining stand up.
CRAIG CHARLES (D) – Star of 'Robot Wars' and 'Red
Dwarf', but is now best known for his part as
Lloyd Mullaney in Coronation Street.
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 most popular breakfast
show on Scottish radio. Many guest appearances
including 'The 11 O Clock Show', and 'McCoist and
MacAuley' on BBC Scotland.
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.
JIMMY CARR (E) - Jimmy is the winner of a
variety of awards, including the Time Out Comedy
Awards in 2003, and the
Silver Rose of Montreux in the same year for
Best Game
Show (‘Your Face Or Mine’), and was also a
nominee for the Perrier Award in 2002. More
recently, Jimmy has hosted the Channel 4 show '8
Out Of 10 Cats', and has performed on a sold out
nationwide tour.
CLIVE ANDERSON (E)– Chat show host, fixture on a
variety of comedy shows including 'Whose Line Is
It Anyway' and 'QI', and the new host of
'Mastermind'. Quick
witted former lawyer, and very entertaining
speaker.
WILLIAM HAGUE (E) – Former leader of the
Conservative party, now a front bench MP, columnist,
broadcaster and speaker. Very entertaining.
JOHN SERGEANT (E) – 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'.
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’ HANLON (E) – Star of Father Ted, and
more recently My Hero. He is also a best selling
novelist and Perrier Comedy Award Winner.
JON CULSHAW (E) – The star of BBC’s 'Dead
Ringers' and ITV's '2DTV', and also 'The Jon Culshaw Show' on ITV.
John was also a regular on Piccadilly Key 103 in
Manchester, Captial Radio in London, and BBC Radio 1, before
moving to regular TV work as an impressionist.
IAN HISLOP (E) – Ian has steered Private Eye to
commercial success in his tenure as editor, without losing any of its
bite, though he has managed to lose the odd law
suit! Equally well-known as a team captain on 'Have I
Got News For
You', and a prolific writer and commentator.
CHRIS BARRIE (E) – The star of 'The Brittas Empire' and
'Red Dwarf'. Chris is a superb after dinner speaker.
ALISTAIR McGOWAN (F) – Star of his own BBC1 show
'The Big
Impression' and one of Britain’s brightest
impressionists. Mimics anyone in the public eye,
most notably 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,
with vast experience as a game show and television host.
JACK DEE (F) – Dead pan comedian and actor.
Originally known for his role in the John Smith's adverts, Jack
has fronted his own Saturday night show, and
won Celebrity Big Brother. Now starring in his
own sitcom on BBC2, 'Lead Balloon'.
RORY BREMNER (F) – The famed impressionist and
political observer. Star of stage and
television, best known from the Channel 4
satirical show, 'Bremner, Bird and Fortune', and
the BBC2 panel show 'Mock The Week'.
JASPER CARROTT OBE (F) – Ever popular comedian
from Birmingham. Starred in TV’s 'The
Detectives' and recently the prime-time BBC1
sitcom 'All About Me', but
perhaps best known for 'Canned Carrott', 'Carrott’s
Commercial Breakdown' and many more. His tours
still sell out instantly.
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 of the speakers featured if required.
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