He performed the critically acclaimed comedy monologue "Karma Comedian" on ABC's The Smallest Room in the House, which detailed with great honesty many aspects of his life to that point.

Ackroyd performed for many years as a clown doctor at the Sydney Children's Hospital[1] as well as working as a humour therapist in aged care facilities.

He currently teaches the healing the power of laughter and humour to people with PTSD, trauma issues, serious and chronic illnesses at the Quest For Life Centre in the Southern Highlands of NSW.

He has written for TV and film including the sketch show The Comedy Company and two years writing for an internet sitcom spin off for Jim Carrey's Ace Ventura character.

He presents keynotes and workshops to businesses, universities and at public events on the topics of laughter, creativity and the deeper meaning of being alive.

He now heads his company Life of Anthony which uses the slogan "laugh, create, shine bright, embrace" and is a marriage of comedy, creativity, community, and positive energy.