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Find the perfect comedy act from 131 professional comedians available for booking. With 188 reviews averaging 5 out of 5 stars, these comedy performers specialise in stand-up routines, clean comedy, and event hosting from $58.

Browse experienced comedy entertainers who can serve as wedding comperes, corporate event hosts, or deliver full stand-up sets. Many comedians offer clean material suitable for family events, while others specialise in adult comedy for evening entertainment. Average booking cost is $592. Use the filters below to refine your search by location, price range, and specific comedy styles.

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I am a magician, Beetlejuice Impersonator, Stand up Comedian, Juggler, etc.

United States

Van Nuys, Los Angeles County

3 reviews

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Award winning magician. Award winning comedian.

United States

Kansas City, Wyandotte County

3 reviews Avg. response time: < 1 hour

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Fun, Friendly, Fully Interactive! As seen at many a festival and fair.

United States

Kansas City, Wyandotte County

2 reviews Avg. response time: 3 hours

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"Don Rickles meets Ray Romano"- Chicago Trib

United States

Kansas City, Jackson County

0 reviews Avg. response time: < 1 hour

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Close up comedy magician

United States

Colorado Springs, El Paso County

6 reviews

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Comic Ventriloquist Doug Mickan

United States

St Louis, St. Louis

0 reviews

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Magican/mentalist, great for parlor

United States

Springfield, Sangamon County

0 reviews Avg. response time: 4 hours

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Clean Corporate Comedian

United States

Carrollton, Dallas County

5 reviews

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Smart, Clean Stand Up Comedy

United States

Dallas, Dallas County

0 reviews

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Stand up comic and percussionist and can sing.

United States

Chicago, Cook County

0 reviews

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Bubbles Shows, Magic, Pirate Comedy, Puppet Show, School Assemblies

United States

College Station, Brazos County

0 reviews

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Observationalist storytelling comedian

United States

Indianapolis, Marion County

0 reviews Avg. response time: < 1 hour

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This is a fantastic show that includes magic, comedy and audience participation.

United States

Austin, Travis County

0 reviews Avg. response time: 1 hour

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Close up Magic for walk around or a 20-30 person Magic show.

United States

Nashville, Davidson County

0 reviews

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International touring standup comedian and magician.

United States

El Paso, El Paso County

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    Professional comedians bring laughter and energy to any occasion, from intimate private parties to large corporate functions. These experienced comedy performers offer various entertainment options including stand-up comedy routines, event hosting, and interactive audience engagement. Many comedians can adapt their material to suit different audiences, offering both clean family-friendly content and adult-oriented humor depending on your event requirements.

    Why Hire a Professional Comedy Act

    Comedy entertainers serve multiple roles beyond traditional stand-up performances. They excel as wedding comperes, guiding ceremonies with warmth and humor, or as corporate event hosts who keep audiences engaged between presentations. Many comedy acts complement other entertainment perfectly - a comedian might warm up the crowd before stand-up comedians take the stage, or work alongside variety acts like ventriloquists for themed entertainment packages. Professional comedians understand timing, crowd dynamics, and how to adapt their material for different demographics and cultural contexts.

    Events Perfect for Comedy Entertainment

    Weddings benefit enormously from comedic hosts who can handle unexpected moments with grace while keeping guests entertained during transitions. Corporate functions use comedians to break the ice at networking events, add levity to award ceremonies, or provide keynote entertainment that employees actually remember. Private parties, birthday celebrations, and anniversary gatherings become memorable when professional comedy acts tailor their material to include personal stories and inside jokes. Charity fundraisers and public events often feature comedians as headline entertainment, drawing larger crowds while supporting good causes. Even unconventional events can incorporate comedy - some performers work beautifully with physical entertainers like acrobats or family-friendly acts such as balloon twisters for festival-style celebrations.

    Comedy Act Hire Costs

    Professional comedians currently charge between $58 and $3485 depending on experience level, performance duration, and travel requirements. The average price of $592 typically covers a 30-45 minute set or 2-3 hours of hosting duties. Factors affecting pricing include the comedian's profile, whether they provide additional services like event hosting or custom material development, and technical requirements such as sound equipment or staging needs. Many comedy performers offer package deals that combine stand-up sets with hosting services, providing better value for events requiring multiple entertainment elements throughout the day.

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    The comedians include stand-up comedians, improvisation acts, comedy hosts, after-dinner speakers and sketch performers. Many comedians can tailor their material to suit the audience and event type.

    Events that commonly feature comedians include corporate events, awards dinners, private parties, charity fundraisers, stag and hen parties and comedy nights. A comedian can serve as the main entertainment or as a host and MC for the event.

    Many comedians are happy to adapt their set to suit the audience and occasion. For corporate events, this might include incorporating company references or industry humour. Gig Heaven recommends discussing any content preferences or sensitivities with the comedian before booking.

    The average price for comedians on Gig Heaven is $592, with rates from $58 to $3485. Cost varies based on the comedian's experience, set duration and their profile. More established comedians with television or touring credits tend to command higher fees.

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    Booking comedians as early as possible increases the chance of securing their availability on your event date, particularly during busy times of the year. However, many suppliers also accept last minute bookings, and we have successfully arranged performances for clients with just a few hours' notice.

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