Hire a Comedian or Cabaret Performer
Comedy has the power to break the ice, bring people together and create a shared experience your guests will remember. Whether you need a comedian to headline your evening, warm up the room or add energy between sessions, the right act can transform the atmosphere of any event.
If you are looking to hire a comedian who can deliver a polished, professional and genuinely funny performance, our comedians for hire are selected for their ability to read a room, adapt their material and make the right impression with your audience. From stand up comedians and comedy MCs to impressionists and sketch performers, we connect you with acts who are experienced in corporate and private event settings and know how to pitch their set perfectly.
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E E: £2k-£5k Jeff Innocent is a very experienced and popular stand up comedian, actor, writer and cultural commentator.
D D: £5k-£10k
D D: £5k-£10k Comedian and awards host Jenny Eclair has been a stand-up comic forever, and was the first woman to win the coveted Perrier Award.
A A: £25k and over Journalist, Grumpy Old Man and former presenter of Top Gear.
E E: £2k-£5k Jess Robinson is an award-winning actor, impressionist, singer and voice-over artist both on stage and on screen. A brilliant corporate entertainer.
C C: £10k-£15k Beloved comedian Jessica Holmes has been a perennial favourite on Royal Canadian Air Farce for 15 years, and has brought the house down opening for giants such as Ellen DeGeneres, Russell Peters, Jerry Seinfeld, and Oprah Winfrey.
A A: £25k and over One of the most original and distinctive comedians in the UK today. Jimmy is regularly seen on numerous television shows
E E: £2k-£5k Jimmy McGhie is a seasoned stand-up comedian with over 12 years on the UK and international circuit, a BBC New Talent Awards finalist, and regular studio warm-up for The Graham Norton Show, Deal or No Deal, and Loose Women.
C C: £10k-£15k Jo Brand is a renowned UK comedian and writer, celebrated for her versatile TV appearances, significant charity work, and insightful comedy derived from her nursing background.
E E: £2k-£5k Comedian, comedy writer and 'crime fighter', Jo Caulfield is in regular demand as an entertainer, awards host and after dinner speaker at a wide range of corporate events.
A A: £25k and over
E E: £2k-£5k From warm-up to stand-up, Joe's job was to get the 600-strong audience for The Graham Norton Show into a responsive mood.
B B: £15k- £25k Since his memorable 2017 stint on ITV's "I'm a Celebrity Get Me Out Of Here," Joel Dommett has become a prominent UK television presenter and comedian, hosting several shows including "The Masked Singer" and launching new projects like "Survivor" on BBC.
A A: £25k and over John Bishop is a fabulous awards host and stand-up comedian, he brings his unique brand of deadpan humour to the madness of modern life.
A A: £25k and over Monty Python, Fawlty Towers, A Fish called Wanda and Clockwise are just a smattering of the iconic titles synonymous with the comedy legend and psychologist that is John Cleese.
D D: £5k-£10k Comedian John Robins presents a weekly show on Radio X alongside friend and fellow comedian Elis James. 'The Elis James and John Robins Show' podcast has gained them a devoted following, it has received over 14 million downloads and is a regular fixture in the podcast charts. In 2017 they won The Chortle Award for Best Radio.
E E: £2k-£5k Jolyon Rubinstein is an actor, writer, producer and director who uses his experiences to energise and educate audiences on current topical affairs and key issues facing today's media landscape.
C C: £10k-£15k Jon Culshaw is Britain's leading impressionist with a repertoire of over 350 characters, including Boris Johnson, Donald Trump and King Charles III. His credentials span headline shows such as Spitting Image, Dead Ringers and his acclaimed role as Boris Johnson in Channel 4's award-winning Partygate, alongside starring in the Dead Ringers 25th Anniversary Tour throughout 2026.
A A: £25k and over A multi award-winning TV and radio presenter, Jonathan has rarely been off our screens or our radios. Awarded an OBE for services to broadcasting.
E E: £2k-£5k Born and bred in Manchester, Josh Jones is one of the most refreshing and original voices on the comedy scene to emerge from the North-West in recent years.
B B: £15k- £25k Josh Widdicombe is a celebrated UK comedian known for his work on "The Last Leg," numerous TV appearances, popular podcasts like "Parenting Hell," and his stand-up tours, including a performance at the London Palladium.
B B: £15k- £25k
E E: £2k-£5k
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Advice & FAQs about Hire a Comedian or Cabaret Performer
Submit your event details via our enquiry form. The more information you can share about the audience, the aims and objectives of the session and the overall event, the easier it will be for our team to recommend the perfect comedian. Either way, we’ll get back to you within an hour to guide you on availability, fees, and how the speaker can tailor their talk to your audience.
Expect laughter, energy and a room buzzing with good vibes. Our comedians will effortlessly build rapport, bring people together and make even the most formal events feel light-hearted and fun. They’ll keep things sharp, fresh and always on the right side of the line.
Absolutely. Our comedians are corporate pros who know exactly how to tailor their material. They’ll keep it relevant, appropriate and genuinely funny - blending universal humour with moments that feel unique to your audience or company.
Comedians work brilliantly at awards ceremonies, gala dinners, client evenings and conferences where you want to break up the day with laughter. They help guests relax, engage and connect, creating an atmosphere that people remember long after the event ends.
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