Syd Heylen Jnr is quickly becoming one of the most in demand corporate comedians in Australia. With his sharp wit, warm persona, and ability to interact with his audience, Syd has earned himself a reputation as one of the funniest and most professional comedians around.

As a polished stand up comedian with over 20 years experience and Winner of the prestigious MO Award, Syd combines his observational wit with a relaxed comedic style that is guaranteed to elicit an enthusiastic response from any audience. Syd is equally at home as a Master of Ceremonies with a humorous edge, or as a featured speaker and stand up comedian.

The son of a well-known Australian comedian, Syd started honing his comedy skills early. He cut his teeth writing gags for Graham Kennedy on Channel 9’s Coast to Coast, as well as for Starsearch on Channel 10, all the while developing his own comedy at live venues around the country, and performing regularly on The Midday Show. Amongst others Syd’s TV credits include Foxtel’s Cliptomanics, Ridgey Didge, Sweet and Sour, and A Country Practice.

Versatility is one of the keys to Syd’s success. He has performed with show-business legends such as Englebert Humperdinck, The Village People, and The Supremes, performed with the Australian Opera Company, has a degree in English Literature and is a graduate of the Sydney Conservatorium of Music. He has also toured throughout South East Asia and the UK and performed to guests for exclusive cruise lines such as Radisson, Crystal, and Silver Seas.

For more information on Syd please go to www.sydheylen.com