John Cleese

John Cleese

Keynote Speaker: Legendary British Comedic Actor, Screenwriter & Producer

John Cleese Biography

“The world’s funniest man” first made his mark as a member of the legendary Monty Python troupe in the 1960s and has gone on to write, produce, direct and star in some of the greatest comedic hits of the last forty years, even receiving an Oscar nomination for best screenplay for "A Fish Called Wanda." But John is far from your garden variety entertainer. From the beginning of his career he has continually parlayed his enormous talents into advancing the political causes he believes in (he is a vocal supporter of the UK’s Labour Party); promoting education (a former Rector of the University of St. Andrews, he served as a professor-at-large at Cornell University from 1991 through 2006); and teaching business skills (the training videos created by his Video Arts production company are viewed by millions of people in the UK and abroad).

In Fall 2014, John released his New York Times best-selling memoir, "So Anyway…". The book shares his ascent in the entertainment world, from his humble beginnings in a sleepy English town and his early comedic days at Cambridge University (with future Python partner Graham Chapman), to the founding of the landmark comedy troupe that would propel him to worldwide renown.

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John Cleese Speaking Topics

The Importance of Creativity

Too often businesses are all about one thing: business. With an eye ruthlessly fixed on the bottom line, businesses sometimes neglect to remember that the human capacity for enjoyment and fun can make for much better business climates than those in which an eye is invariably fixed on margins, overhead and costs. John Cleese, one of the most influential comic writers and actors of the past 40 years, shows you how an element of creativity in the business world can reap untold dividends, from recruitment, training and retaining employees, to better and more enjoyable customer service, to helping businesses innovate and accommodate change.

John Cleese Videos

W5 Extended: John Cleese on Monty Python
John Cleese Says Trump Reminds Him Of A Pro Wrestler
John Cleese - In Conversation with Graham Johnson & John Ford

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What topics does John Cleese speak about?

John Cleese is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as College, Business, Inspirational, Sales, Host & Emcee, Comedy, Acting, Business Leadership, Entertainers, Technology, Authors, Creativity, Innovation, Human Resources, Health, Literary, Celebrity, Corporate Culture, Marketing and Addiction & Recovery.

Where does John Cleese travel from?

John Cleese generally travels from London, UK and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.

Who is the agent for John Cleese?

AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like John Cleese for clients worldwide since 2002. As a full-service speaker booking agency, we have access to virtually any speaker or celebrity in the world. Our agents are happy and able to submit an offer to the speaker or celebrity of your choice, letting you benefit from our reputation and long-standing relationships in the industry. Please click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page including the details of your event, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536, and one of our agents will assist you to book John Cleese for your next private or corporate function.

What is a full-service speaker booking agency?

AAE Speakers Bureau is a full-service speaker booking agency, meaning we can completely manage the speaker’s or celebrity’s engagement with your organization from the time of booking your speaker through the event’s completion. We provide all of the services you need to host John Cleese or any other speaker of your choice, including offer negotiation, contractual assistance, accounting and billing, and event speaker travel and logistics services. When you book a speaker with us, we manage the process of hosting a speaker for you as an extension of your team. Our goal is to give our clients peace of mind and a best-in-class service experience when booking a speaker with us.

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John Cleese is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including College, Business and Inspirational. Please contact us for live or virtual event fee details. John Cleese generally travels from London, UK and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Ben Stein, Sir Richard Branson and Daymond John. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling John Cleese for an upcoming event.

Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 21/08/2024.

John Cleese Speaking Topics

  • The Importance of Creativity

    Too often businesses are all about one thing: business. With an eye ruthlessly fixed on the bottom line, businesses sometimes neglect to remember that the human capacity for enjoyment and fun can make for much better business climates than those in which an eye is invariably fixed on margins, overhead and costs. John Cleese, one of the most influential comic writers and actors of the past 40 years, shows you how an element of creativity in the business world can reap untold dividends, from recruitment, training and retaining employees, to better and more enjoyable customer service, to helping businesses innovate and accommodate change.

John Cleese Videos

W5 Extended: John Cleese on Monty Python
John Cleese Says Trump Reminds Him Of A Pro Wrestler
John Cleese - In Conversation with Graham Johnson & John Ford
John Cleese Did Not Enjoy Filming Monty Python and the Holy Grail

John Cleese News

  • How do I book John Cleese to speak at my event?

    Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like John Cleese for speaking engagements, personal appearances, product endorsements, or corporate entertainment since 2002. Click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page to check availability for John Cleese, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to discuss your upcoming event. One of our experienced agents will be happy to help you get speaking fee information and check availability for John Cleese or any other speaker of your choice.
  • How much does it cost to book John Cleese for a speaking engagement?

    Speaking fees for John Cleese, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. For the most current speaking fee to hire John Cleese, click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to speak directly with an experienced booking agent.
  • What topics does John Cleese speak about?

    John Cleese is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as College, Business, Inspirational, Sales, Host & Emcee, Comedy, Acting, Business Leadership, Entertainers, Technology, Authors, Creativity, Innovation, Human Resources, Health, Literary, Celebrity, Corporate Culture, Marketing and Addiction & Recovery.
  • Where does John Cleese travel from?

    John Cleese generally travels from London, UK and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.
  • Who is the agent for John Cleese?

    AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like John Cleese for clients worldwide since 2002. As a full-service speaker booking agency, we have access to virtually any speaker or celebrity in the world. Our agents are happy and able to submit an offer to the speaker or celebrity of your choice, letting you benefit from our reputation and long-standing relationships in the industry. Please click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page including the details of your event, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536, and one of our agents will assist you to book John Cleese for your next private or corporate function.
  • What is a full-service speaker booking agency?

    AAE Speakers Bureau is a full-service speaker booking agency, meaning we can completely manage the speaker’s or celebrity’s engagement with your organization from the time of booking your speaker through the event’s completion. We provide all of the services you need to host John Cleese or any other speaker of your choice, including offer negotiation, contractual assistance, accounting and billing, and event speaker travel and logistics services. When you book a speaker with us, we manage the process of hosting a speaker for you as an extension of your team. Our goal is to give our clients peace of mind and a best-in-class service experience when booking a speaker with us.
  • Why is AAE Speakers Bureau different from other booking agencies?

    If you’re looking for the best speaker recommendations, paired with a top-notch customer service experience, you’re in the right place. At AAE Speakers Bureau, we exclusively represent the interests of our clients - professional organizations, companies, universities, and associations. We intentionally do not represent the speakers we feature or book. That is so we can present our clients with the broadest and best performing set of speaker options in the market today, and we can make these recommendations without any obligation to promote a specific speaker over another. This is why when our agents suggest a speaker for your event, you can be assured that they are of the highest quality with a history of proven success with our other clients.
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