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Comedian, ventriloquist & director

Nina Conti

Experience the art of ventriloquism and enjoy a unique blend of humor and storytelling with Nina Conti, comedian, ventriloquist, and director.

Trusted by Royal Shakespeare Company, BBC4, HBO, BBC Radio 4

Nina Conti, Comedian | Ventriloquist & Filmmaker
Nina Conti

Nina Conti

London, United Kingdom

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£11k–25k

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Nina Conti's biography

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  • British Comedy Award winner for Live at the Apollo
  • BAFTA nominated filmmaker and director
  • Acclaimed ventriloquist known for sell-out tours and improvisational brilliance
Nina Conti is a British comedian and ventriloquist renowned for her innovative and hilarious performances. A British Comedy Award winner, she has gained widespread acclaim for her appearances on Live at the Apollo, Russell Howard's Good News, and Sunday Night at the Palladium, as well as for her BAFTA-nominated documentary film Her Master’s Voice, created without moving her lips. Nina began her career as an actress with the Royal Shakespeare Company before the late theatre director Ken Campbell inspired her to embrace ventriloquism. Her debut solo show, Complete and Utter Conti, earned her the prestigious Barry Award at the Melbourne International Comedy Festival in 2008, and her follow-up show, Talk to the Hand, enjoyed sell-out runs in Edinburgh, London, Melbourne, Sydney, and New York. A prolific filmmaker, Nina’s directorial debut, Her Master’s Voice, followed her journey with Ken Campbell’s ventriloquist dummies to Venthaven, Kentucky—a resting place for puppets—and won the Most Entertaining Documentary at the 2013 Grierson Awards, alongside a BAFTA nomination. She went on to direct the BBC4 documentary Make Me Happy, which explored alternative therapies and was nominated for two British Comedy Awards. In 2023, Nina premiered her first narrative feature film, Sunlight, at the Edinburgh International Film Festival. A darkly comedic road trip story set in New Mexico, the film was co-written with Shenoah Allen and executive-produced by Christopher Guest. Nina has continued to innovate in comedy, most recently with her fully improvised The Dating Show, which has toured globally following its success at the Edinburgh Fringe, London’s Soho Theatre, and New York’s Soho Playhouse. Her groundbreaking use of ventriloquism extends to her celebrated television appearances, including QI, The John Bishop Show, and HBO’s Family Tree alongside Chris O’Dowd. She has also starred in BBC Radio 4’s Clare in the Community and Sneekiepeeks. From perfecting her craft with her beloved puppet Monkey to her bold explorations of comedy and filmmaking, Nina’s talent and originality continue to captivate audiences worldwide.

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Why we recommend booking Nina

Book Nina Conti for your next event to experience a unique blend of comedy and ventriloquism that captivates audiences. With her award-winning performances and acclaimed shows, she brings laughter and creativity, ensuring an unforgettable experience. Don’t miss the chance to elevate your event with her exceptional talent!

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Trusted by Royal Shakespeare Company, BBC4, HBO, BBC Radio 4

Testimonials

This was a masterclass in improvised comedy with a well-deserved standing ovation.

LondonTheatre1

Her courage, her quick wit and intelligence, her ability to read people and her sensational improv skills mean that whatever comes up, she handles it. With aplomb, with hilarity and, more often that not, with some perfectly pitched expletives to seal the deal.

Arts Hub

That's an improviser's skill, and Conti has it in abundance – that alertness to the potentially fruitful detail, which she'll pick up on and work into scenes of unexpected delight.

The Guardian

The Guardian

Featured Projects

Nina Conti - Whose Face Is It Anyway? Tour book cover
Nina Conti - Sunlight book cover
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Email nina.conti@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 Nina's availability and fees. 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 a bit about your audience.
What is Nina Conti's stage presence like?
Nina Conti performs fully improvised ventriloquist comedy, most notably through The Dating Show, in which she creates unrehearsed scenes using puppets and audience interaction. Her format combines traditional ventriloquism with live improvisation, a combination she has toured globally across Edinburgh, London, and New York.
What topics does Nina Conti specialise in?
Nina Conti performs ventriloquism and puppetry, fully improvised comedy formats such as The Dating Show, and stand-up suitable for festival, theatre, and corporate audiences. She is a British Comedy Award winner whose credits include Live at the Apollo, Sunday Night at the Palladium, and HBO's Family Tree, alongside a BAFTA nomination for her documentary Her Master's Voice.
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