Adam Kay is a BAFTA-winning author, TV writer, comedian, and former junior doctor.
His first book, This is Going to Hurt, spent over a year at number one in the Sunday Times bestseller list, was translated into 37 languages, won numerous awards, and sold over three million copies.
He is also one of the country’s bestselling children’s authors, with titles including Kay’s Anatomy, the fastest-selling kids' nonfiction book of the decade.
Adam’s numerous accolades for TV writing include a BAFTA award, a Writers Guild award, and a Broadcast award for his BBC/AMC adaptation of This is Going to Hurt.
Adam has sold out several West End seasons and UK tours as a live performer. His tour of This is Going to Hurt was attended by over 250,000 people.
He has innumerable TV credits, and his unique stories from the wards have made him one of the UK’s most in-demand performers for corporate and private events.
His latest show, Undoctored, was the biggest-selling show of the 2023 Edinburgh Fringe and was followed by a sell-out West End season. It will be touring throughout 2024.
Want to book Adam Kay for your next event?
Email adam.kay@getapeptalk.com, and one of our speaker agents will contact you within hours to confirm 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.
Please note: we can only assist with speaking requests. For anything else, we recommend reaching out to Adam Kay directly.
What topics does Adam Kay specialise in?
Adam Kay specialises in stand-up comedy, event-hosting, after-dinner entertainment and more.
What is Adam Kay's stage presence like?
Adam delivers a captivating blend of humour and emotion, engaging audiences with his unique storytelling. His performances are consistently praised for their wit, timing, and heartfelt connection. __
Does Adam Kay offer virtual speaking engagements?
Yes, Adam Kay offers virtual speaker bookings for webinars, online conferences, and remote or distributed team engagements.
Adam brings a unique blend of humour, heartfelt storytelling, and invaluable insights from his diverse career as a former junior doctor turned bestselling author and BAFTA-winning TV writer. His ability to captivate and engage audiences with stories from the medical front lines, combined with his success in literature and television, offers a rare and inspiring perspective on resilience, creativity, and the importance of empathy in any profession.
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