Angela Barnes

Following a dedicated career in nursing and social care, Angela Barnes transitioned into the comedy circuit and quickly established herself as a formidable talent by winning the BBC New Comedy Award. Since then, she has become a familiar presence on British television with appearances on Live at the Apollo, Mock the Week, and Russell Howard’s Good News. Her quick-witted, self-deprecating style has also seen her triumph on Richard Osman’s House of Games, where she distinguished herself as the first contestant to win every daily episode in a single week. Angela is a prolific voice on BBC Radio 4, having hosted The News Quiz and Newsjack, alongside appearances on The Now Show and the history-themed podcast We Are History. Beyond topical satire, she has used her platform to explore personal and social themes, including a feature on The One Show regarding her ADHD diagnosis and an article for The Guardian discussing societal perceptions of beauty. Her live work is equally acclaimed, ranging from successful Edinburgh Fringe runs to her founding of the Home Safe collective, which supports the welfare of performers during the festival. Audiences book Angela for her sharp observational humour and her ability to tackle sensitive subjects like mental health with warmth and intellectual rigour. She remains an authoritative choice for events requiring a seasoned performer who can balance light-hearted comedy with meaningful social commentary. On stage, Angela Barnes is best known for talks on Comedy, Social Issues and Mental Health. Audiences leave with a clear, practical view of the subject rather than a generic overview — every keynote is shaped around the brief and the room. Their work resonates with leaders across Comedy and Entertainment, where the themes translate directly into team decisions, customer experience and growth strategy. Angela Barnes is regularly booked for Performers and Entertainer, After Dinner Speaker and Awards Hosts, adapting tone, length and format to suit the event — from a 20-minute opener to a full conference keynote with Q&A. Based in UK, Angela Barnes travels internationally for engagements. To check availability or request a tailored brief for your event, send an enquiry and we'll come back with fees, dates and a short summary of how Angela Barnes would approach your audience.