Rachel Parris

Rachel Parris is a celebrated English comedian, musician, and presenter, widely recognised for her sharp satirical wit and exceptional musical talent. A BAFTA nominee for Best Entertainment Performance, she became a household name through her viral segments on the satirical news programme Late Night Mash and its predecessor, The Mash Report. Her status as a premier talent was confirmed when she was named Comedian of the Year by Female First, triumphing over globally renowned names such as Ellen DeGeneres and Amy Schumer. A classically trained performer, Parris holds a music degree from Oxford University and an MA in acting from the Royal Central School of Speech and Drama. Her versatile career includes prominent roles in BBC's Murder in Successville and appearances on beloved shows such as Live at the Apollo, QI, and Would I Lie to You. She is also a founding member of the prestigious improvised comedy troupe Austentatious, which maintains a weekly residency in London's West End and has won a Chortle Award for its innovative historical parodies. Beyond the stage, she is a regular voice on The Guilty Feminist podcast and the author of the 2022 book Advice from Strangers, a modern manifesto exploring contemporary life. Audiences book her for her unique blend of sophisticated musicality and razor-sharp social commentary, which creates an engaging and highly topical experience for any event. On stage, Rachel Parris is best known for talks on Comedy and Musical Comedy. 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. Rachel Parris is regularly booked for Performers and Entertainer 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, Rachel Parris 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 Rachel Parris would approach your audience.