Rat Bastard

Ian Richards is a professional comedian, after-dinner speaker and charity auctioneer with a long-standing career entertaining audiences at corporate and community events. A full-time performer since the late 1970s, he has appeared across the UK and internationally, building a respected reputation in the after-dinner circuit. His clients include major companies and corporate organisers, and he has performed at golf club dinners, corporate and charity golf events, sporting dinners, Masonic ladies’ nights, Rotary and Round Table events, and gatherings for the British Armed Forces.

Alongside comedy and speaking, Ian works as a host, compere and master of ceremonies, bringing experience to award ceremonies, auctions and fundraising events. He aims to adapt his material to the audience and occasion, with performances suited to a range of ages and tastes. Ian also provides voice-over work and has appeared in commercials for well-known brands. His website offers information about his credits, event services, testimonials, photographs and career, as well as contact details for booking enquiries.