Syd Heylen

Queensland, Australia

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 succe

ss. 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 Politics and is a
graduate of the Sydney Conservatorium of Music.