
Keynote speaker
Debra StephensonVersatile Comedy Impressionist and Acclaimed Television Actress
- Based in
- UK
- Fee tier
- Established£5k – £10k indicative · subject to negotiation
- Languages
- English
About Debra Stephenson
Debra Stephenson is one of the United Kingdom’s most accomplished impressionists and actresses, having first gained national recognition as a teenager on Opportunity Knocks. Her career evolved from early appearances on Blue Peter to starring roles in some of Britain's most popular television dramas. She is widely recognised for her portrayed of Shell Dockley in Bad Girls and Frankie Baldwin in Coronation Street, alongside roles in Waterloo Road, Holby City, and Young Hyacinth.
Beyond her dramatic work, Debra has established herself as a leading voice in British satire and comedy. She co-starred in The Impressions Show with Jon Culshaw and contributed her vocal talents to the iconic Spitting Image and its contemporary successor Newzoids. A familiar face on the screen, she has featured on high-profile programmes including Celebrity Masterchef, Loose Women, and My Mad Fat Diary, showcasing a range that spans from character acting to live entertainment.
Debra is a popular choice for corporate events and award ceremonies due to her exceptional ability to bring a diverse gallery of personalities to life. Her professional delivery and unique blend of observational comedy and acting experience make her a compelling presence for any audience looking for high-quality entertainment.
On stage, Debra Stephenson is best known for talks on Impressionism, Comedy and Entertainment. 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.
Debra Stephenson is regularly booked for Performers and Entertainer and Presenter & Awards Host, 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, Debra Stephenson 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 Debra Stephenson would approach your audience.
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Frequently asked questions
- How do I book Debra Stephenson?
- Send a booking enquiry using the form on this page. We'll confirm Debra's availability and reply with fees and next steps.
- How much does Debra Stephenson cost to book?
- Debra Stephenson sits in our Established fee tier (£5k – £10k indicative). Fees are tier ranges and are subject to negotiation depending on event date, location, format and audience size — we help negotiate the final fee as part of the booking. Send an enquiry and we'll come back with a firm quote.
- What topics does Debra Stephenson speak on?
- Debra speaks on Impressionism, Comedy, Entertainment.
- What languages does Debra Stephenson present in?
- Debra presents in English.
- Where is Debra Stephenson based?
- Debra is based in UK and travels internationally for speaking engagements.
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