Steffen Haanes is a distinguished Norwegian/Danish clown and actor, renowned for his spooky performances. An Ecole Philippe Gaulier graduate with a background in classical theatre and comedy, he has graced stages across the UK, US, and Scandinavia. His performances continue to captivate and entertain audiences, showcasing his versatility and unique comedic style.

Steffen is the creator of cult hit show The Ritual (alongside Gregory Lass) which has enjoyed five sell-out Edinburgh Fringe runs 2021-2025, several successful runs at the Edinburgh Horror Festival and monthly shows at The Bill Murray in London.

★★★★★ "Steffen Hånes shines extravagantly and vivaciously as The Master [...] and… uh-oh! I’d definitely go back and see it again." Edinburgh Reviews

★★★★★ “A growing ‘cult’ following” — NorthWestEnd.co.uk

Best Variety Show Nominee — Leicester Comedy Festival 2025

Best Comedy Winner — The Spookies 2024

In 2025 Steffen supported Britain’s Got Talent -winner Viggo Venn across his entire international tour. He is a featured player on the late night variety spectacle Stamptown Comedy Night, coming to Netflix in 2026.