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Hugh Dennis
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Hugh Dennis Biography
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Hugh Dennis stars in BBC 2's hit topical panel show 'Mock the Week', he is also currently both writing and presenting Radio 4's award winning comedy ' The Now Show' (currently in its 27th series). He also appears in the BBC hit sit-com 'Outnumbered'. Hugh is a fantastic after dinner speaker and award host at any corporate event.
Hugh Dennis - In the Beginning
After originally working as a brand manager for Unilever, Hugh Dennis turned a talent for impressions to better use and began to provide voices for Spitting Image. He then became a regular guest on the Jasper Carott Show and joined the team on The Mary Whitehouse Experience, which first aired on the radio.
Hugh Dennis began his performing career in 1985, as one half of double act "Punt and Dennis". Most recently Hugh and Steve Punt have toured their live show "STUFF AND NONSENSE" around the UK. Hugh gained his degree from St John's College, Cambridge University.
Hugh Dennis - Television & Radio Work
Hugh Dennis television work includes a plethora of programmes including KOMBAT OPERA (BBC), team captain on MOCK THE WEEK (BBC) and numerous appearances on HAVE I GOT NEWS FOR YOU (BBC). Other programmes include MY HERO, TV TO GO ( series 1 + 2), SUPERGIRLY SHOW, JACK DEE’S HAPPY HOUR, DOCTORS, PUNT AND DENNIS SHOW (Series 1 + 2), MARY WHITEHOUSE EXPERIENCE, ME, YOU & HIM, CANNED CARROTT -(series 1 + 2), CARROTT CONFIDENTIAL -three series, THE DETECTIVES, SPITTING IMAGE (5 series), SATURDAY LIVE and SPRINGING LENIN -Screen Two.
Additionally, Hugh Dennis writes and presents on two long running shows:THE NOW SHOW on BBC Radio 4 and IT’S BEEN A BAD WEEK for Radio 2
Corporate Events
Hugh Dennis' quick wit and one liners makes him a great after dinner speaker and awards host for gala evenings, ceremonies and live events.
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Outside of appearing and speaking at live corporate and private events Hugh Dennis has a number of retail products available that can be purchased through Speakers Corner. For upcoming new book and product launches related to Hugh Dennis then please contact one of the Speakers Corner booking agents on +44 (0) 208 365 3200 or email info@speakerscorner.co.uk
Hugh Dennis Books
The Now Show Book of World RecordsPrice: £14.99
The Now ShowPrice: £7.99
Untitled Now Show 2 of 2Price: £9.99
Hugh Dennis DVDs
Outnumbered - Series 1 and 2 Box Set [DVD] [2007]Price: £29.99
Punt And Dennis - The Imaginatively Titled Video [DVD]Price: £15.99
Outnumbered Series 1 [DVD] [2007]Price: £19.99
Hugh Dennis News
A selection of relevant news related to Hugh Dennis and Comedy stories. For more information on Hugh Dennis or details as to how to book Hugh Dennis for your corporate event, then please contact one of the Speakers Corner booking agents on +44 (0) 20 8365 3200 or email info@speakerscorner.co.uk
Britain’s Biggest Beer Festival Kicks off Today
3rd August 2010The Great British Beer Festival descends on Earls Court today and fans of the special brew include not only keynote speakers such as Oz Clarke but also celebrity chefs from Gordon Ramsey to Brian Turner.
3rd August 2010The Great British Beer Festival descends on Earls Court today and fans of the special brew include not only keynote speakers such as Oz Clarke but also celebrity chefs from Gordon Ramsey to Brian Turner.
A Third of Women Take on the Role of Breadwinner
20th July 2010As a survey announces the rise of women’s involvement in domestic financial affairs, speakers such as entrepreneur Kanya King MBE and scientist Baroness Susan Greenfield CBE are also becoming increasingly popular. However, is there more to the figures than initially meets the eye?
20th July 2010As a survey announces the rise of women’s involvement in domestic financial affairs, speakers such as entrepreneur Kanya King MBE and scientist Baroness Susan Greenfield CBE are also becoming increasingly popular. However, is there more to the figures than initially meets the eye?
Julie Walters leads the way in Bafta TV Awards nominations
17th May 2010Julie Walters leads Bafta 2010 TV nominations after being nominated for twice in the leading actress category – for Mo and A Short Stay in Switzerland – in this year's television awards. David Mitchell, Harry Hill, Sophie Okonedo and Miranda Hart are all nominated twice too. Michael McIntyre received his first nomination in the entertainment category for his Comedy Roadshow.
17th May 2010Julie Walters leads Bafta 2010 TV nominations after being nominated for twice in the leading actress category – for Mo and A Short Stay in Switzerland – in this year's television awards. David Mitchell, Harry Hill, Sophie Okonedo and Miranda Hart are all nominated twice too. Michael McIntyre received his first nomination in the entertainment category for his Comedy Roadshow.
Jonathan Ross hosted the British Comedy Awards 2009, presenting the Lifetime Achievement Award to Terry Wogan
15th December 2009Jonathan Ross once again hosted the British Comedy Awards 2009 on Saturday night. Terry Wogan received a standing ovation when he was presented with The Lifetime Achievement award and Outnumbered staring Hugh Dennis & Claire Skinner won 3 awards including best comedy sitcom. Other winners included Harry Hill and Michael McIntyre, and Peter Kay received an Outstanding Contribution to Comedy award
15th December 2009Jonathan Ross once again hosted the British Comedy Awards 2009 on Saturday night. Terry Wogan received a standing ovation when he was presented with The Lifetime Achievement award and Outnumbered staring Hugh Dennis & Claire Skinner won 3 awards including best comedy sitcom. Other winners included Harry Hill and Michael McIntyre, and Peter Kay received an Outstanding Contribution to Comedy award
Outnumbered picks up 5 nominations for the British Comedy Awards
18th November 2009Jonathan Ross is returning to host this year's British Comedy Awards, with BBC Comedy Outnumbered picking up 5 nominations. All three of the show's child stars are up for an award, as well as Claire Skinner who plays the mother in the family comedy. Alan Carr and Michael McIntyre also have high hopes for awards with three nominations apiece.
18th November 2009Jonathan Ross is returning to host this year's British Comedy Awards, with BBC Comedy Outnumbered picking up 5 nominations. All three of the show's child stars are up for an award, as well as Claire Skinner who plays the mother in the family comedy. Alan Carr and Michael McIntyre also have high hopes for awards with three nominations apiece.
Mock the Week & Dragons Den are back & a new science series Bang Goes the Theory starts
14th July 2009Three television series are worth staying in for - Mock the Week, hosted by comedian Dara O'Briain, Dragons Den with favourite entrepreneurs James Caan, Duncan Bannatyne, Deborah Meaden, Theo Paphitis and Peter Jones and a brand new Tomorrow's World type science series begins called Bang Goes the Theory with presenters Liz Bonnin (pictured), Dr Yan Wong, Jem Stansfield & Dallas Campbell
14th July 2009Three television series are worth staying in for - Mock the Week, hosted by comedian Dara O'Briain, Dragons Den with favourite entrepreneurs James Caan, Duncan Bannatyne, Deborah Meaden, Theo Paphitis and Peter Jones and a brand new Tomorrow's World type science series begins called Bang Goes the Theory with presenters Liz Bonnin (pictured), Dr Yan Wong, Jem Stansfield & Dallas Campbell
'Mock The Week' Returns To BBC Two This Summer
2nd July 2008This summer sees the return of hit satirical quiz 'Mock The Week' on BBC Two. The sixth series of the quiz will run for 12 weeks from July 10.
2nd July 2008This summer sees the return of hit satirical quiz 'Mock The Week' on BBC Two. The sixth series of the quiz will run for 12 weeks from July 10.
Alan Carr wins British Comedy Award
10th December 2008Alan Carr won the award for Best Comedy Entertainment Personality of 2008 at the British Comedy Awards. The British Comedy Awards regularly attract of audiences of around ten million, and was hosted this year by Angus Deayton.
10th December 2008Alan Carr won the award for Best Comedy Entertainment Personality of 2008 at the British Comedy Awards. The British Comedy Awards regularly attract of audiences of around ten million, and was hosted this year by Angus Deayton.
Graham Norton to take over the Friday Night with Jonathan Ross slot
1st September 2010The BBC One controller, Jay Hunt has confirmed that Graham Norton's chat show will switch to friday nights in October to replace Friday Night with Jonathan Ross.
1st September 2010The BBC One controller, Jay Hunt has confirmed that Graham Norton's chat show will switch to friday nights in October to replace Friday Night with Jonathan Ross.
The Reading Comedy Festival gets underway weekend, with performances from Jimmy Carr & Rhod Gilbert
2nd October 2009The 6th annual Reading Comedy Festival has once again attracted a host of big name comedians as well as some up and coming acts to produce an impressive two week line up. Jimmy Carr and Rhod Gilbert's dates have sold out. Other big names at the festival include Tim Minchin, Simon Amstell, Andy Parson, and Alastair McGowan. The event closes not with a headliner but with Reading’s hugely popular open mic contest, where the stars of tomorrow will get their moment in the spotlight – but only one of them will be crowned Reading’s best new comic.
2nd October 2009The 6th annual Reading Comedy Festival has once again attracted a host of big name comedians as well as some up and coming acts to produce an impressive two week line up. Jimmy Carr and Rhod Gilbert's dates have sold out. Other big names at the festival include Tim Minchin, Simon Amstell, Andy Parson, and Alastair McGowan. The event closes not with a headliner but with Reading’s hugely popular open mic contest, where the stars of tomorrow will get their moment in the spotlight – but only one of them will be crowned Reading’s best new comic.
Hugh Dennis Reviews
Hugh Dennis has spoken and appeared at a number of recent corporate events. Please find some client speaker testimonials and reviews for Hugh Dennis for a number of these events and conferences. If you would like some additional information as to how to book Hugh Dennis for your corporate event, then please contact one of the Speakers Corner booking agents on +44 (0) 208 365 3200 or email info@speakerscorner.co.uk
"Hugh was terrific on Friday...Please pass on to him our grateful thanks for entertaining everyone so well, in spite of a cold. I heard nothing but very positive feedback from our guests."
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1st September 2010
The BBC One controller, Jay Hunt has confirmed that Graham Norton's chat show will switch to friday nights in October to replace Friday Night with Jonathan Ross.
