Book Australian Comedians for Corporate & Private Events
Looking to book an Australian comedian for your next event? Australian Network Entertainment represents and books a wide range of professional Australian comedians for corporate events, private functions, conferences, awards nights, Christmas parties, festivals and special occasions. From high-profile television and comedy personalities to experienced stand-up comedians and emerging performers, we can help you find the right comedian for your audience, event and budget.
Whether you need a comedian to deliver a dedicated stand-up performance, provide entertainment at a corporate function or add some humour to your event as an MC, ANE can recommend suitable comedy talent from across Australia. Our comedians have experience performing for corporate audiences, private celebrations, conferences, gala dinners, sporting events and community events, with options available for different event styles and budgets.
Australia's Best Comedians for Your Event
ANE represents professional comedians across Australia, with comedy talent available for corporate events, private functions, conferences, awards nights, Christmas parties, product launches, festivals and special occasions. Whether you are looking for a high-profile comedian, an experienced corporate performer or an emerging comedy act, we can recommend performers to suit your audience, event format and budget.
Comedians can also be booked as MCs, hosts and event facilitators, combining comedy and event hosting where appropriate. We work with event organisers across Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Adelaide, Perth, the Gold Coast and regional Australia, as well as clients arranging events internationally.
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Why Book Your Comedian Through ANE?
As an established Australian entertainment booking agency, ANE has decades of experience connecting event organisers with professional comedians and comedy acts. We understand what works for different audiences, event formats and venues, and can manage the booking process from initial recommendations through to the performance.
25+ years of experience — decades of experience booking entertainment for corporate and private events across Australia.
Direct artist relationships — established relationships with comedians, managers and entertainment industry professionals.
Expert comedian matching — we consider your audience, event style, venue, budget and desired level of comedy to recommend suitable performers.
Comedians for every type of event — from emerging performers and experienced corporate comedians to high-profile Australian comedy names.
National coverage — access to comedians in Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Adelaide, Perth and regional Australia.
Professional booking service — we manage contracts, availability, fees, technical requirements and event logistics.
Corporate experience — we understand the requirements of conferences, awards nights, gala dinners, corporate functions and other professional events.
What Events Are Comedians Right For?
Booking a comedian can add entertainment and energy to a wide range of corporate, private and community events.
Depending on your audience and event format, a comedian can perform a dedicated stand-up set,
provide entertainment between formalities or combine comedy with event hosting.
Corporate events and conferences
Gala dinners and awards nights
Christmas parties and end-of-year functions
Product launches and brand activations
Private parties and milestone celebrations
Charity fundraisers and community events
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SO YOU WANT TO BOOK A COMEDIAN?
Australian Network Entertainment has Australia’s largest selection of the best comedians and comedy acts from across the country.
We have comedians located in all of Australia’s capital cities and they can be booked to perform Australia wide or even Internationally. See our FAQs below for information on how to book your favourite comedian for your next event. You can also read our blog on “how to book a comedian for your corporate or private event in Australia” here
Comedian Booking FAQs
Simply call ANE on (02) 9918-2022 or use our online enquiry form. Tell us your event date, location, audience size and budget and we’ll recommend the right comedian for you
Australian comedians are perfect for corporate events, gala dinners, awards nights, Christmas parties, product launches, conference entertainment and private functions of all sizes.
Yes. ANE books comedians nationally including Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Adelaide, Perth and regional Australia. Travel and accommodation costs may apply for regional bookings.
Fees on high quality professional comedians can range from approximately $1500-$15,000 + GST with high profile or “celebrity” comedians generally starting at around $5000 + GST. Australian Network Entertainment has comedians Australia Wide to suit your budget.
Yes. ANE represents comedians who specialise in corporate-appropriate, clean and family-friendly material. Just let us know your audience when you enquire.
For event bookings, most comedians will perform a 20-30 minute spot.
Yes you can, comedians make excellent M.C’s. Most but not all the comedians at Australian Network Entertainment can be hired as a Master of Ceremonies, host or facilitator. Ask one of our booking agents for a list of suggestions for your event or check out our MC’s page here
Unfortunately most high profile comedians do not accept wedding bookings but please check with one of our booking agents and they will advise of what options are available. We do have a great selection of less profile comedians and comedy acts that do accept wedding bookings.
Yes, all comedians require a raised stage so that they can be easily seen by the audience and so the comedian can maintain the audiences attention at all times. For small events, we recommend a minimum stage size of 3m x 2m x 600mm and at least 5m x 4m for larger events of 300+ guests. There should also be no more than a couple of metres from the stage to the first row of tables. For more info on the best staging and room layout options to ensure the best comedy performance, speak to one of our booking agents now.
Yes, either the venue or the client will need to supply a professional P.A. System with operator plus a wireless microphone and stand with back up microphone plus fold back wedges. They also require white stage wash lighting or spotlights. For more info please contact one of our booking agents.
To confirm a booking a 50% deposit is required
The balance is then due 10 days prior to the event.
Ready to Book a Comedian?
Call ANE today on (02) 9918-2022 or send us an enquiry. Tell us your event date, location, audience size and budget — we’ll do the rest. As Australia’s trusted comedy booking agent, we make booking Australian comedians fast, easy and stress-free.
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