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Matt Stellingwerf
Engage audiences with sharp, authentic comedy from Matt Stellingwerf, award-winning comedian and former criminologist. Available for comedy sets and MCing, Matt brings intelligent, crowd-connected humour to events of all kinds. His work has earned four NZ Comedy Guild Awards and Billy T nominations, making him a standout choice for hosting and headline performances.
Matt Stellingwerf is a prominent figure in the international comedy scene, known for his engaging and unique comedic style. Born in New Zealand, he has made a name for himself as a comedian, writer, and actor. Matt has won four NZ Comedy Guild Awards and has received multiple nominations, including Best Newcomer at the 2014 NZ International Comedy Festival and the prestigious Billy T Award in 2015 and 2016.
His performances are characterised by a low-key style that blends humour with insightful commentary on a range of topics, drawing from his background as a trained criminologist. Matt is also a highly regarded MC, having been nominated three times for Best MC in New Zealand. Matt has toured extensively across New Zealand, Australia, the USA, and the UK, showcasing his talent on various platforms, including television appearances on Maori TV's Crack Up, Rhys Darby's Short Poppies, and TV3's AotearoHA: Rising Stars.
His ability to connect with audiences through humour has earned him numerous accolades and a loyal following. Matt's work is noted for its depth and relatability, making him a respected voice in the comedy community. His performances not only entertain but also provoke thought with wit and charm.
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To book Matt Stellingwerf, email matt.stellingwerf@getapeptalk.com or call PepTalk on +44 20 3835 2929 (UK) or +1 737 888 5112 (US), and one of our speaker agents will contact you within hours to confirm Matt's availability and speaking fee. If you can, please include your budget upfront – it helps us fast-track your request. It’s also helpful to know the date, format (virtual or in-person), location, and about your audience.
Matt Stellingwerf delivers a low-key stand-up format that draws on his background as a trained criminologist to frame observational commentary within a structured, analytical lens. His sets blend humour with topic-driven material, using his criminology training as a concrete reference point to ground the content in reasoned perspective.
Matt Stellingwerf performs stand-up comedy and MC work, drawing on his background as a trained criminologist to blend observational humour with social commentary, and is suited to festival, corporate, and live event audiences. He has won four NZ Comedy Guild Awards and appeared on Māori TV's Crack Up, Rhys Darby's Short Poppies, and TV3's AotearoHA: Rising Stars.
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