Darren Harriott

The First Black British stand-up to be nominated for the main Edinburgh Comedy Award

Double Edinburgh Award nominee Darren Harriott’s TV includes Dancing on Ice, co-host of Love Island: Aftersun, Britain’s Best Takeaway with Sara Cox, British as Folk, host of Live at the Apollo and Dog Ate My Homework, team captain on four series of Guessable and series regular on Don’t Hate the Playaz.

Darren’s 2023 Edinburgh Fringe show ‘Roadman‘ received four stars from the Mail on Sunday, The Skinny, EdFest Magazine and was named ‘Pick of the Fringe’ by The Guardian and The Evening Standard.

He regularly co-hosts the comedy night, You Dress Funny, with Rachel Fairburn, a show where comedians have to perform in outrageous costumes.

He is a popular corporate booking for entertaining and awards nights.

Contact Great British Speakers today to book ‘Live at The Apollo’ comedian events host Darren Harriott for your next event.

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After Dinner Comedians Event Hosts

Testimonials

Darren was such a lovely guy and really nice to work with! … His stand up was brilliant and perfect for our audience. He was a fantastic host, relaxed and at home on the stage! Would certainly book him again.
BESA

This very funny Brummie makes joke telling look simple.
The Times

Expect to see much more of him soon.
The Scotsman

Passionate, articulate, witty and bursting with streetwise confidence.
The Evening Standard

Funny emotional hour of excellent storytelling.
The List

At The top of his game.
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