Chris Addison | Corporate Comedian, Awards Host, and After-Dinner Speaker

When your event demands intelligence, credibility, and genuinely funny comedy that works in a corporate environment, Chris Addison is one of the most accomplished and respected names available for corporate bookings, awards hosting, and after-dinner speaking.

An acclaimed stand-up comedian, writer, actor, director, and Emmy-winning producer, Chris brings a rare combination of razor-sharp wit, calm authority, and broadcast-level professionalism to corporate stages around the world. Whether hosting an awards ceremony, delivering a bespoke after-dinner set, or anchoring a high-profile corporate event, Chris consistently delivers performances that are smart, engaging, and impeccably judged.

Chris Addison is best known to television audiences as one of the UK’s most respected comedy performers and creators. He starred as Oliver Reeder in the multi-award-winning political satire The Thick of It and appeared as Toby Wright in the Academy Award-nominated feature In the Loop — credentials that immediately resonate with senior corporate audiences.

Behind the camera, Chris has co-created and directed the hit comedy-drama Breeders for Sky and FX, starring Martin Freeman, and served as an Emmy-winning Executive Producer and Supervising Producer on HBO’s Veep. He is also an Emmy-nominated and DGA Award-winning director, bringing world-class storytelling and timing to every live appearance.

For corporate clients, this translates into a performer who:

– Understands senior audiences
– Handles complex, high-pressure environments with ease
– Delivers humour that is sharp, relevant, and never risky

Chris Addison | Comedy Host

Chris is an exceptional awards host and corporate event MC, trusted with high-profile, live broadcast environments where precision, tone, and authority matter.

His hosting style is:

– Polished but relaxed
– Intelligent without being inaccessible
– Confident without overpowering the room

Chris has hosted and presented for leading cultural institutions, including the Royal Opera House, introduced productions such as Shostakovich’s The Nose, and presented The Glyndebourne Opera Cup for Sky. He also co-hosted The Nation’s Favourite Christmas Carols alongside Myleene Klass for Sky Arts, further underlining his broadcast-level credibility.

For corporate awards nights, Chris ensures:

– Smooth transitions between segments
– Sharp but respectful humour
– A confident presence that elevates the entire event

Chris Addison | After-Dinner Speaker

As an after-dinner speaker, Chris delivers bespoke comedy and storytelling tailored specifically to corporate audiences. His material draws on:

– Leadership and workplace dynamics
– Politics, media, and modern business culture
– Observational comedy that resonates across sectors

Chris is a twice-nominated Edinburgh Comedy Award (Perrier Award) nominee, a British Comedy Award nominee, and a Gold Sony Radio Academy Award winner — accolades that reflect his ability to entertain smart, discerning audiences.

His after-dinner performances are ideal for:

– Executive dinners
– Conferences
– Client entertainment
– End-of-year celebrations

His talks are:

– Clean, intelligent, and commercially safe
– Customised for your audience and industry
– Delivered with authority and warmth

Chris Addison | TV, Film, and Media Credentials

Chris Addison’s career spans some of the most respected comedy and drama productions in modern television and film, including:

– The Thick of It – BBC
– In the Loop – Academy Award-nominated feature
– Veep – HBO (Emmy-winning Executive Producer & Director)
– Breeders – Sky / FX (Co-Creator & Director)
– The Hustle – MGM (Director; starring Anne Hathaway & Rebel Wilson)

These credits make Chris a particularly strong choice for:

– Corporate audiences in media, finance, tech, law, and the public sector
– International events requiring recognisable credibility
– Clients seeking a “safe pair of hands” with elite experience

Chris Addison | Why Book Chris?

– Proven broadcast-level professionalism
– Trusted by global networks and institutions
– Intelligent comedy that never alienates
– Calm, authoritative stage presence
– Equally effective as a comedian, host, or speaker

Availability is limited due to Chris’s ongoing television commitments. Early booking is strongly advised.

Call +44 1753 439 289 or email Great British Speakers now to book comedian Chris Addison for your next live event.  Contact us.