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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.
STEVE TANDY – (A) – Superb comedian / impressionist with a
whole host of impressions from the world of sport, to
politics, TV and general celebrity. Steve’s real talent is
at golfing functions where he uncanny golf stories and
impersonations really hit the mark. He is also very happy to
play golf during the day.
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 - 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.
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.
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.
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.
SID DENNIS – (B) – 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.
LEA ROBERTS – (B) – 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
ALAN WRIGHT – (B) - For nearly 30 years, Alan has been one
of the best known voices on BBC Radio. For many
years, Alan has been a popular columnist and travel writer
in the regional and national press. He is best known,
however, in the UK and overseas as a top class after-dinner
speaker.
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 Yorkshire man.
Traditional and topical humour.
GERVASE PHINN – (B) – 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.
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 liaise 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.
HOWARD MARKS – (B) - During the mid 1980s, Howard Marks had
forty-three aliases, eighty-nine phone lines, and
twenty five companies trading throughout the world. Howard
Marks wrote a monthly column for Loaded for five years
and has written features for the Observer, Daily Telegraph,
Evening Standard, Time Out, GQ, and the Guardian. He
continues to campaign vigorously for the legalisation of
recreational drugs.
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.
ANNE DAVIES – (B) – Former GMTV presenter, Reuters Newshour
team member, BBC Current Affairs broadcaster
and now BBC’s East Midlands Today main anchor. Anne’s speech
is based on her many years in front of camera and is
both entertaining and interesting. She is also the author of
a children’s cookery book and popular corporate host.
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 andmagic
- 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.
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.
SHAUN WILLIAMSON (C) – Perhaps best known for his role as
“Barry” in Eastenders, Shaun followed up his dramatic
exit with a starring in role in the award winning Ricky
Gervais’ show “Extras”.” Shaun was always an entertainer and
as such is back to roots performing with his own 10 piece
soul band, or spilling the beans on his life on TV.
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.”
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.
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.
JENNIE MURRAY OBE – (C) - Jenni has been the regular
presenter of Radio 4's Woman's Hour since 1987. She also
presents Radio 4's The Message. She was a weekly columnist
for the Daily Express from 1998 to 2000 and now
contributes to numerous newspapers and magazines including
the Daily Telegraph and Eve magazine.
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.
TIM VINE – (D) - 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.
MATTHEW PARRIS - (D) – Former Conservative MP, television
presenter, and now journalist and parliamentary
sketch writer.
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
Top Gear 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!
WAYNE HEMINGWAY MBE (D) – The founder of fashion brand Red
or Dead, and now heading up new ideas
Hemingway Design. A passionate supporter of quality design
in new housing a Wayne writes for various industry
magazines, appears on TV regularly and is currently
undertaking some of the largest housing design projects
across the
UK.
PERRY McCARTHY – (D) – 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.
CHRIS BARRIE – (E) – Star of Brittas Empire and Red Dwarf
and a superb after dinner speaker.
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.
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. Now one of the BBC’s key Election Night
Presenters.
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.
ALAN CARR – (E) – Alan Carr is heralded as one of Britain's
fastest rising comic talents, he has been leaving
audiences breathless the length and breadth of the country
for the last couple of years. He can now be seen regularly
on
Channel 4.
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.
SIMON ANSTELL – (E) – Television presenter and comedian.
Best known for hosting T4’s Popworld and now the
main presenter on BBC’s Never Mind the Buzzcocks. Excellent
snappy comedian and corporate host.
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.
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.
MEERA SYAL MBE – (F) – Comedian, playwright, singer,
actress, journalist and writer. Award winner for the book
Anita and Me, various TV credits in writing and performing
on shows such as Goodness Gracious Me, The Kumars and
No. 42. Made No.1 singing with Gareth Gates on the hit
single, Spirit in the Sky and has recently taken her show,
Tandoori Night to the West End.
JIMMY TARBUCK OBE – (F) – One of Liverpool’s greatest comedy
exports. Legendary comedian and game show,
and television host.
RUBY WAX – (F) – Formerly a serious actress with the Royal
Shakespeare Company, Ruby made her name as the out
spoken American comedienne during the alternative comedy
scene of the 1980s. Often seen as brash and loud, Ruby
made a niche with her interview style and made several shows
interviewing people such as Imelda Marcos and Pamela
Anderson. And regularly appeared as a character actress on
various UK sitcoms.
ROB BRYDON – (F) – Actor, writer, presenter, voice over
artiste and comedian. Star of TV’s Marion and Geoff, a
regular on shows such as Jonathan Ross, QI, Have I got news
for you. Has written and performed some classic TV and
radio shows, from I’m Alan Partridge, The Keith Barret Show,
Gavin and Stacey.
OMID DJALILI – (F) – Britain’s only Iranian comic appears in
many Hollywood Blockbuster films, and is a very
entertaining stand up.
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.
BILL BAILEY – (F) – Comedian, actor and musician. Best known
for his TV appearances on shows such as Never
Mind the Buzzcocks, Have I got News for You and Black Books.
Recently voted 7 in the C4 all time list of great
comedians.
DERREN BROWN – (F) - 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.
JOHN BISHOP – (G) - No two shows are ever the same with
John. His engaging brand of observational humour mines
his varied and colourful life experience. Winner of the 2001
City Life North West Comedian of The Year Award and
sought after for both comedy clubs, and corporate
engagements across the UK.
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.
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