Patrick MonahanAward-winning stand-up comedian and high-energy improviser

Patrick Monahan is a distinctive force in British comedy, celebrated for his unique heritage as a comedian of Irish and Iranian descent raised in Middlesbrough. Since winning the ITV stand-up competition Show Me The Funny in 2011, he has established himself as a premier live performer and a natural compere. His career is marked by a series of successful solo shows at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe, including The Disco Years, and his talents have taken him to international stages in Qatar, Luxembourg, and Germany. Beyond the comedy circuit, Monahan is a versatile television personality who has appeared on The Armstrong and Miller Show and competed on the BBC's Let's Dance for Sport Relief. He also holds a notable place in the record books, once achieving the world record for the longest hug during a 25-hour session at the Edinburgh Fringe. His professional background includes providing warm-up support for iconic British broadcasters including Jonathan Ross, Paul O'Grady, and Catherine Tate. Known for his animated storytelling and brilliant improvisational skills, Monahan builds an instant rapport with every room he enters. He is a popular choice for corporate events and festivals because of his good-natured humour, incredible energy, and ability to tailor his performance to any audience through expert interaction. On stage, Patrick Monahan is best known for talks on Comedy, Improvisation and Storytelling. 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 Entertainment and Events, where the themes translate directly into team decisions, customer experience and growth strategy. Patrick Monahan is regularly booked for Performers and Entertainer, Presenter & Awards Host and After Dinner Speaker, 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, Patrick Monahan 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 Patrick Monahan would approach your audience.