Maria Bamford
Keynote Speaker: Stand-Up Comedian, Actress & Mental Health Advocate; Known for "Lady Dynamite"; Author of "Sure, I'll Join Your Cult"
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Maria Bamford Biography
Maria Bamford is an American stand-up comedian, actress, and New York Times bestselling author known for her work in alternative comedy and her candid exploration of mental health topics. Bamford is the first female comic to have two half-hour "Comedy Central Presents" specials, marking a significant achievement in the comedy industry. Her comedy style is characterized by surrealism and voice impressions of various character types. Film producer Judd Apatow has described her comedic style as complex and bizarre.
Bamford is recognized for her deeply personal and experimental approach to comedy, often addressing mental illness. She starred in the Netflix comedy series "Lady Dynamite," a semi-autobiographical show about a comedian experiencing a nervous breakdown. Bamford is also the star of three hour-long stand-up specials: "Weakness is the Brand," "Old Baby," and "Maria Bamford: The Special, Special, Special!" Her work in "Lady Dynamite" received critical acclaim, with reviewers noting its vibrant and subversive portrayal of mental health.
Her material frequently covers self-deprecating and dark topics, including family dynamics, depression, anxiety, suicide, and mental illness. Bamford has been diagnosed with bipolar II disorder and obsessive-compulsive disorder and received the OCD Foundation's Illumination Award for her contributions to mental health awareness. She is known for discussing her experiences with depression and anxiety, using humor to address mental health stigma.
Bamford created and starred in the web series "The Maria Bamford Show," in which she plays all the characters. She is also recognized for her extensive voiceover work, including roles in "Big Mouth," "BoJack Horseman," "Summer Camp Island," "Adventure Time," "Talking Tom and Friends," "Bob's Burgers," "Legend of Korra," "Puss in Boots," and "CatDog." Bamford has received honors such as Best Club Comic at the American Comedy Awards and Breakout Comedy Star at the Montreal Comedy Festival. Her web series "The Maria Bamford Show" was featured at MOMA NY, and "Ask My Mom" was recommended by The New Yorker.
Bamford authored the memoir "Sure, I'll Join Your Cult," which became a New York Times bestseller. The documentary "Paralyzed by Hope: The Maria Bamford Story" explores her life and career. Bamford has also served as the commencement speaker for the University of Minnesota's College of Liberal Arts. Her work in stand-up comedy, television, voice acting, and writing continues to influence discussions around mental health and comedy.
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What topics does Maria Bamford speak about?
Maria Bamford is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Business, Celebrity, Comedian, Mental Health, Health & Wellness, Personal Growth and Motivational.
Where does Maria Bamford travel from?
Maria Bamford generally travels from Altadena, CA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.
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Maria Bamford is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Business, Celebrity and Comedian. The estimated speaking fee range to book Maria Bamford for live events is $30,000 - $50,000, and for virtual events $30,000 - $50,000. Maria Bamford generally travels from Altadena, CA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Sarah Silverman, Jane Fonda and Ruby Rose. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Maria Bamford for an upcoming event.
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Comic Maria Bamford thrives on her anxiety — and maybe yours
Comedian Maria Bamford has a lot of anxiety — but she realizes she's not alone. "If you talk to anybody for more than 10 minutes, they'll reveal some bizarre ...
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Maria Bamford Brings Hilarious Honesty To The Conversation On ...
The eccentric and ingenious mind of comedian Maria Bamford is at it again. Bamford, the comedian Stephen Colbert has called “his favorite comedian on earth,” ...
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Maria Bamford: 'The Door Still Isn't Open' for Female Comedians
On this episode of “The Last Laugh” podcast, comedian Maria Bamford looks back at 30 years in comedy and discusses her new stand-up special “Weakness Is ...
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Maria Bamford Melds Speed Dating and Standup Comedy | The ...
The standup comedian Maria Bamford sat down in a Brooklyn coffee shop and waited for someone with the Twitter handle @nugget_queen_ to join her.
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Maria Bamford: A Seriously Funny Comedian : NPR
The comedian's routines tackle some of the really serious problems she has: OCD, bipolar disorder, suicidal thoughts. But you have to laugh, because she's that ...
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How do I book Maria Bamford to speak at my event?
Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like Maria Bamford 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 Maria Bamford, or call our office at 1.855.383.8805 to discuss your upcoming event. One of our experienced agents will be happy to help you get speaking fee information and check availability for Maria Bamford or any other speaker of your choice. -
How much does it cost to book Maria Bamford for a speaking engagement?
Speaking fees for Maria Bamford, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fees to book Maria Bamford are $30,000 - $50,000 for live events and $30,000 - $50,000 for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire Maria Bamford, click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page, or call our office at 1.855.383.8805 to speak directly with an experienced booking agent. -
What topics does Maria Bamford speak about?
Maria Bamford is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Business, Celebrity, Comedian, Mental Health, Health & Wellness, Personal Growth and Motivational. -
Where does Maria Bamford travel from?
Maria Bamford generally travels from Altadena, CA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. -
Who is the agent for Maria Bamford?
AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Maria Bamford 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 1.855.383.8805, and one of our agents will assist you to book Maria Bamford 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 Maria Bamford 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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