John Bell

John Bell

Keynote Speaker: Trailblazing Australian Actor & Director; Founder of The Bell Shakespeare Company

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John Bell Biography

John Bell is one of the Australia’s most illustrious theatre personalities. Award-winning actor, acclaimed director, risk-taking impresario, torch-bearing educationalist and speaker on leadership; Bell has been a key figure in shaping the nation’s theatrical identity as we know it over the past 50 years.

A trailblazer right from his very beginnings, Bell founded The Bell Shakespeare Company in 1990 where he served as Director until 2015. His productions include over 15 of Shakespeare’s greatest works, which have been played to almost 2.5 million Australians.

Bell has received recognition from many bodies for his leadership and significant contributions to national culture. He is an Officer of the Order of Australia and the Order of the British Empire; has an Honorary Doctorate of Letters from the Universities of Sydney, New South Wales and Newcastle; and was recognized in 1997 by the National Trust of Australia as one of Australia’s Living Treasures.

Bell is an unforgettable speaker. His presentations are infused with humor, surprising insights, enthralling readings and leadership lessons stemming not just from his incredible story of passion, trials & success but also from the minds and deeds of Shakespeare’s most notable and polarizing characters.

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What topics does John Bell speak about?

John Bell is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Performing Arts, Actor, Entertainment, Author and Television & Film.

Where does John Bell travel from?

John Bell generally travels from Sydney, Australia and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.

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John Bell is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Performing Arts, Actor and Entertainment. The estimated speaking fee range to book John Bell for live events is $10,000 - $20,000. Please contact us for virtual event fees. John Bell generally travels from Sydney, Australia and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Taylor Mac, Emerald Fennell and Annie Dorsen. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling John Bell for an upcoming event.

Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 15/08/2025.

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  • How do I book John Bell to speak at my event?

    Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like John Bell for speaking engagements, personal appearances, product endorsements, or corporate entertainment since 2002. Click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page to check availability for John Bell, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to discuss your upcoming event. One of our experienced agents will be happy to help you get speaking fee information and check availability for John Bell or any other speaker of your choice.
  • How much does it cost to book John Bell for a speaking engagement?

    Speaking fees for John Bell, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fee for a live event is $10,000 - $20,000. For the most current speaking fee to hire John Bell, click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to speak directly with an experienced booking agent.
  • What topics does John Bell speak about?

    John Bell is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Performing Arts, Actor, Entertainment, Author and Television & Film.
  • Where does John Bell travel from?

    John Bell generally travels from Sydney, Australia and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.
  • Who is the agent for John Bell?

    AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like John Bell for clients worldwide since 2002. As a full-service speaker booking agency, we have access to virtually any speaker or celebrity in the world. Our agents are happy and able to submit an offer to the speaker or celebrity of your choice, letting you benefit from our reputation and long-standing relationships in the industry. Please click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page including the details of your event, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536, and one of our agents will assist you to book John Bell for your next private or corporate function.
  • What is a full-service speaker booking agency?

    AAE Speakers Bureau is a full-service speaker booking agency, meaning we can completely manage the speaker’s or celebrity’s engagement with your organization from the time of booking your speaker through the event’s completion. We provide all of the services you need to host John Bell or any other speaker of your choice, including offer negotiation, contractual assistance, accounting and billing, and event speaker travel and logistics services. When you book a speaker with us, we manage the process of hosting a speaker for you as an extension of your team. Our goal is to give our clients peace of mind and a best-in-class service experience when booking a speaker with us.
  • Why is AAE Speakers Bureau different from other booking agencies?

    If you’re looking for the best speaker recommendations, paired with a top-notch customer service experience, you’re in the right place. At AAE Speakers Bureau, we exclusively represent the interests of our clients - professional organizations, companies, universities, and associations. We intentionally do not represent the speakers we feature or book. That is so we can present our clients with the broadest and best performing set of speaker options in the market today, and we can make these recommendations without any obligation to promote a specific speaker over another. This is why when our agents suggest a speaker for your event, you can be assured that they are of the highest quality with a history of proven success with our other clients.
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