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Chris Ryan

Best Newcomer in the Australian comedy scene

Moving from her background in journalism, Chris Ryan would take her comedic chops to the stage to become one of the most unique and refreshing voices in Australian comedy.

With topics ranging from love to office drama, fans have come to love her direct perspective which has featured in a range of festivals across the country, including at the Sydney Comedy Festival, Canberra Comedy Festival, Floriade Nightfest and TEDx Canberra.

Outside of the festival circuit, Chris has hosted and performed for many events across the country, including the 2020 Qantas Australian Tourism Awards, the Canberra Writers Festival and the RSL &Services Clubs and Leagues Clubs Australia National Conference. Most notably, Chris has also performed for Australian troops in the Middle East.

Chris also has an extensive background in radio presenting. After co-hosting on Canberra’s 2XXFM breakfast show for two years, she continues to make regular appearances on ABC Radio Canberra and ABC Radio Sydney’s Thank God It's Friday with Richard Glover.

Adapting to the 2020 restrictions, Chris produced her online series ‘Chats with Mum’ after teaching herself an animation software. The unscripted series grew an online following as fans grew to love Chris’ outrageous conversations with her mum.

Chris made waves in 2021 when she debuted her solo show ‘Big Hair, Big Dreams’ at the Melbourne International Comedy Festival. After being nominated as Best Newcomer, it is no wonder she was able to also tour at Perth and Sydney festivals to sell-out shows.

With her debut special being supported by the ACT Government in 2021, Chris Ryan has quickly become one of the most influential voices in comedy. If you’re looking for an outspoken comedian that is sure to make your audience laugh-out-loud, Chris Ryan is exactly the speaker you’re looking!

Testimonial

Chris is a complete pro with her unique, deadpan delivery that is always laugh out loud material. From stand up guest spots, hosting corporate events or being part of a panel Chris is an incredible talent who is deservedly making her mark on the national stage. I’ve engaged Chris for Canberra & Region Tourism Awards, the Qantas Australian Tourism Awards as well as The Canberra Writers Festival. I’d book her again in a heartbeat.

BDW Special Events

On behalf of the RSL & Services Clubs Association and Leagues Clubs Australia, Don and I wish to express our sincere thanks for a great job as MC of our Conference! You were funny, warm, engaging and very professional in your management of the complex agenda we had over the two days. We loved your Comedy Spot at the Dinner and how you brought the best out of HG Nelson in his session. You went out of your way to get to know our delegates and who the people are in our industry. That came through in your management of the conference. The feedback from delegates has been universally positive! Thanks so much for a great job!

RSL & Services Clubs

“She seems to be one of those rare comedians that are so good at what they do, and so comfortable doing it, that they make comedy seem easy. She commanded the attention of the room effortlessly; she evoked waves of laughter without so much as a sweat… Ryan has all the wisdom that comes with life experience with little of the (boring!) maturity, and it’s fantastic.”

BMA Magazine

“Chris was in total control from the moment she hit the stage, a comedian with a unique outlook and broad appeal.”

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