Scottish Comedians

Scottish comedians are known for their sharp wit, quick storytelling and brilliantly honest humour, making them a popular choice for corporate events, awards nights and after dinner entertainment. Scotland has a rich comedy heritage, with world-famous platforms such as the Edinburgh Fringe Festival helping launch the careers of many leading comedians, alongside iconic venues like The Stand Comedy Club, which has become a key part of the Scottish comedy circuit. From observational comedy to political satire and storytelling, Scottish comedians bring energy, personality and big laughs to any event, ensuring audiences are entertained, engaged and left with a memorable experience.

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Jo Caulfield

Award-Winning Comedian, Head Writer for So Graham Norton, Radio 4 Creator, International Stand-Up Performer & Corporate Event Host
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Rory Bremner

Impressionist, Hosts ‘One Question’ On Radio 4 & Team Captain on ‘The Imitation Game’
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Fred MacAulay

Scottish Comedian Making 19 Appearances at The Edinburgh Fringe & Presenter for BBC Scotland
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Marc Jennings

Scottish Stand-Up Comedian, Co-Host of the Some Laugh Podcast & Regular Panellist & Writer on Breaking the News

Frankie Boyle

Scottish Comedian, Winner of the Daily Telegraph’s Open Mic Competition 1996, Headlined the Edinburgh Fringe Festival & Host of ‘Frankie Boyle’s New World Order’
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Connor Burns

Stand-Up Comedian, Writer for BBC’s Mock the Week, International Touring Performer & Edinburgh Fringe Breakout Talent
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Susan Calman

Scottish Comedian, Hosted the ‘Great British Menu’, ‘Armchair Detectives’ & ‘Grand Day Out’, Bestselling Author of ‘Cheer Up Love’, Columnist for Good Housekeeping Magazine & Two-Time Scottish BAFTA Winner
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Stuart Mitchell

Comedian, Host of the ‘Cost of Living’ Series on BBC Radio 4, Panellist on BBC Radio Scotland’s ‘Breaking The News’, Wrote for ‘Mock of the Week’ & Corporate Comedy Host
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Stuart McPherson

Comedian, Co-Host of the ‘Some Laugh’ Podcast, Panellist on Sanjeev Kohli’s ‘Big Talk’ & Won Best Newcomer at the Scottish Comedy Awards
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Stewart Smith

Scottish Comedian, Performed at the International Convention Centre & the British Embassy in Cairo, Comedy Writer for the BBC & After-Dinner Speaker
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Steven Dick

Scottish After-Dinner Speaker, Comedian, Magician & Corporate Event Host
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Stephen Buchanan

Comedian, Hosted ‘Cooking in a Crisis’ On BBC Scotland, Hosted A Stand-Up Special Titled ‘Talking Shop’ For BBC Radio 4, Writer for BBC Scotland’s ‘Short Stuff, Won the BBC New Comedy Award & Scottish Comedian of the Year Award
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Scott Gibson

Comedian, Residency as Dead Sheep Comedy’s MC, Supported Frankie Boyle & Was Nominated for a Scottish Variety Award
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Sanjeev Kohli

Comedian, Actor, Starred in ‘Still Game’, ‘Fresh Meat’ & ‘River City’, Wrote for ‘Chewin’ the Fat’ & ‘Goodness Gracious Me’, Co-Writer & Co-Star of Radio 4’s ‘Fags Mags & Bags’, Presented ‘Sanjeev Kohli’s Big Talk’ on BBC Scotland & Popular Award Host
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Raymond Mearns

Scottish Comedian Performing Regularly At The Edinburgh Fringe Festival & Panellist on BBC Radio Scotland’s ‘Breaking The News’
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Ray Bradshaw

Scottish Stand-Up Comedian, Skilled Actor & Regular Host of BBC Radio Scotland’s ‘Off The Ball’
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Rachel Jackson

Scottish Comedian & Actress, Winner of The Spotlight Prize & Best New Comedian At The Scottish Variety Awards & The Scottish Comedy Awards
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Phil Differ

The Award Winning Producer of ‘Only An Excuse?’, ‘Scotch & Wry’, & ‘Naked Video’
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Mark Nelson

Scottish Comedian of the Year Winner, Regular Star at the Edinburgh Fringe, Wrote Material for Jason Manford & Russell Howard, Appeared as a Panellist on Des Clarke’s ‘Breaking The News’ & Appeared in The List Magazine’s 100 Hottest Scottish Stars
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Larry Dean

Leading Scottish Comedian Named ‘Scottish Comedian of The Year’ & A Regular on BBC 1’s ‘Live At The Apollo’ & BBC 2’s ‘Mock The Week’
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John Scott

Award-Winning Stand-Up Comedian, Edinburgh Festival Performer, BBC Radio Contributor, Comedy Writer & International Headliner
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Keara Murphy

Scottish Comedian & Actor, The Voice of BBC Radio Scotland & Star in BBC’s ‘Mistress MacKenzie’
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Jimmy Stirling

Scottish After Dinner Comedian, Publican, Fife-Based Entertainer, UK & Ireland Performer, Renowned One-Liner Specialist
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Jay Lafferty

Comedian, Writer & Producer, Regularly Appears on BBC Scotland’s ‘Breaking The News’ & ‘Scot Squad’ & Nominated for Best Compere at the  Chortle Comedy Awards
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Jonathan Watson

Comedian, Scriptwriter & Actor Starring in BBC’s ‘Two Doors Down’, ‘Only An Excuse’ & ‘Doctor Who – The Flux’
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Jane McCarry

BAFTA Award-Winning Actress Who Played Isa Drennan in ‘Still Game’, Comedian & Popular After-Dinner Speaker
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Isobel Rutter

Inspirational Scottish Comedian With Her One-Woman Show ‘Bits & Boobs’, Actress, Singer & Speaker
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Dorothy Paul

Former Scottish Actress, Comedian & Singer, BAFTA Award-Winning Performer, Star of The Steamie & One-Woman Shows

Hiring a Scottish comedian is a powerful way to elevate the atmosphere of your event, ensuring guests are engaged, entertained and fully immersed in the experience. Comedy helps break down social barriers, energise the room and create a shared moment that brings audiences together, whether at a corporate function, awards evening or private celebration. With their sharp wit and strong stage presence, Scottish comedians can tailor their material to suit your audience and event objectives.

To explore the full benefits and understand how a comedian can add value to your event, read the guide on Why You Should Hire a Comedian.

Research shows that humour plays a measurable role in workplace culture, with 95% of employees saying laughter helps them feel more connected to colleagues. As a result, Scottish comedians are booked for a wide variety of events, including corporate functions, awards ceremonies, conferences, private parties and client hospitality. They are often hired as after-dinner entertainers or event hosts, where they can engage audiences, strengthen connections and create a relaxed, memorable atmosphere for attendees.

The cost of hiring a Scottish comedian depends on their profile, experience and the type of event you are planning. Up-and-coming or regional comedians may start from around £1,000, established names on the UK circuit often range between £5,000 and £10,000, while high-profile or television comedians can command £10,000 to £100,000 or more. Pricing is influenced by factors such as the length of the set, audience size, location and whether bespoke material is required for a corporate audience. Travel and demand can also impact the final fee.

For an accurate quote tailored to your event, contact SpeakOut today to discuss your requirements.