
Keynote speaker
Jon CulshawThe primary voice of British satire and impressions
- Based in
- UK
- Fee tier
- Headline£10k – £25k indicative · subject to negotiation
- Languages
- English
About Jon Culshaw
Widely regarded as the leading impressionist in the United Kingdom, Jon Culshaw possesses a versatile range exceeding 350 distinct voices. His repertoire spans the spheres of politics, sport, and popular culture, featuring meticulously crafted portrayals of figures such as Boris Johnson, Brian Cox, and Alan Carr. His career accelerated after winning a Radio 1 talent search and joining the iconic satirical programme Spitting Image, where he provided the voices for forty characters including Michael Portillo and Frank Bruno. He gained international notoriety for a legendary prank call to Downing Street, where his impression of William Hague successfully bypassed security to reach the Prime Minister, an event later recorded in Hansard.
Beyond his celebrated work on the long-running Dead Ringers and The Impressions Show, Culshaw has demonstrated significant range as a dramatic actor, recently portraying David Bowie in the BBC radio production The Final Take. His professional interests extend into the sciences; a dedicated amateur astronomer, he is a frequent contributor to The Sky at Night and has authored a regular column for the show's companion magazine. He also frequently collaborates with Professor Brian Cox on broadcasts such as The Infinite Monkey Cage and Stargazing Live.
With decades of experience at the forefront of British entertainment, he remains a perennial favourite for high-profile events. Audiences book him for his extraordinary vocal precision, his sharp comedic timing, and his unique ability to bring contemporary public figures to life with sophisticated wit.
On stage, Jon Culshaw is best known for talks on Impressions, 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, Entertainment and Media & Broadcasting, where the themes translate directly into team decisions, customer experience and growth strategy.
Jon Culshaw 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, Jon Culshaw 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 Jon Culshaw would approach your audience.
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Frequently asked questions
- How do I book Jon Culshaw?
- Send a booking enquiry using the form on this page. We'll confirm Jon's availability and reply with fees and next steps.
- How much does Jon Culshaw cost to book?
- Jon Culshaw sits in our Headline fee tier (£10k – £25k 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 Jon Culshaw speak on?
- Jon speaks on Impressions, Comedy, Entertainment.
- What languages does Jon Culshaw present in?
- Jon presents in English.
- Where is Jon Culshaw based?
- Jon is based in UK and travels internationally for speaking engagements.
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