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D.C. Young Fly’s expansive work in the comedy, acting, and digital spheres have made him a standout as an entertainment multi-hyphenate. A comedian, actor, social media influencer, and podcast host, D.C. has proven that innate comedic ability, abundant creativity, and a passion for generating laughter in others can be translated across multiple mediums.

PLEASE NOTE: Once tickets are purchased for this event, transfers from one showtime to another are not possible.

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All sales are final. There are no refunds or exchanges.

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Admission Policies

• Patrons must be 18 or older to attend events or classes at the DC Improv. Any exceptions are clearly noted in the event descriptions on dcimprov.com.
• There is a two-item minimum per ticket. This can be any combination of food items or beverages. Bottled water and soft drinks count as items.

Seating Policies

• For our main showroom, the first show of any night is the "early" show. All other shows are "late" shows. Early shows are seated by time of arrival. The earlier you arrive at the club, the greater your seating options will be. Late shows have assigned seating, and assignments are made in order of ticket purchase. The earlier you buy tickets, the better your seats will be (i.e. closer to the stage).
• For our lounge, all shows regardless of start time are seated by time of arrival.

A (totally real and functioning) time machine has gone haywire, and famous people throughout history are being transported through time to the DC Improv. What happens when historical figures share a stage? They burn each other with hilarious jokes, just like the roasts you've seen on TV. Watch some of DC's favorite local comics get into character (and costume) to play the roles of history's most famous figures -- from musicians and scientists to emperors and warlords -- and roast each other right in front of you. The jokes might be mean, but they're never too soon.

The dais for December 12:

Mozart ..... Eddie Morrison
Annie Oakley ..... Denise Taylor
Winston Churchill ..... Landon Letzkus
Woody Allen ..... Rahmein Mostafavi
Chris Benoit ..... Umar Khan
Mao Tse Tung ..... Steven Chen
Albert Einstein ..... Benjy Himmelfarb

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All sales are final. There are no refunds or exchanges.

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Admission Policies

• Patrons must be 18 or older to attend events or classes at the DC Improv. Any exceptions are clearly noted in the event descriptions on dcimprov.com.
• There is a two-item minimum per ticket. This can be any combination of food items or beverages. Bottled water and soft drinks count as items.

Seating Policies

• For our main showroom, the first show of any night is the "early" show. All other shows are "late" shows. Early shows are seated by time of arrival. The earlier you arrive at the club, the greater your seating options will be. Late shows have assigned seating, and assignments are made in order of ticket purchase. The earlier you buy tickets, the better your seats will be (i.e. closer to the stage).
• For our lounge, all shows regardless of start time are seated by time of arrival.

The DC Improv Comedy School is proud to present the "Level 2 Stand-Up" Graduation Showcase. After four weeks of comedy school, students head to the Improv stage to showcase what they learned. Teacher Rahmein Mostafavi hosts what's sure to be a funny and memorable evening for everyone involved.

The lineup for December 13: Robert Hamlin, Joe Gagliardi, Victoria Fineberg, Sunil Saxena, Robert Lucy, Josh Hebert, Stephanie Mikos, Gil Segev, Alicia Kenworthy, Mark Mensh, Rend Alsaadi, Tamara Schoon

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All sales are final. There are no refunds or exchanges.

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Admission Policies

• Patrons must be 18 or older to attend events or classes at the DC Improv. Any exceptions are clearly noted in the event descriptions on dcimprov.com.
• There is a two-item minimum per ticket. This can be any combination of food items or beverages. Bottled water and soft drinks count as items.

Seating Policies

• For our main showroom, the first show of any night is the "early" show. All other shows are "late" shows. Early shows are seated by time of arrival. The earlier you arrive at the club, the greater your seating options will be. Late shows have assigned seating, and assignments are made in order of ticket purchase. The earlier you buy tickets, the better your seats will be (i.e. closer to the stage).
• For our lounge, all shows regardless of start time are seated by time of arrival.

No two Flip Orley shows are the same, which is why he's been a DC Improv favorite since the 1990s. Flip uses hypnosis to turn audience members into the stars of the show. He leads volunteers through twisted scenarios, getting reactions that are almost beyond belief – and he does it all without humiliating anyone. Whether you’re on stage or watching from the audience, Flip’s show is unforgettable. And no, we weren’t hypnotized into writing this.

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All sales are final. There are no refunds or exchanges.

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Admission Policies

• Patrons must be 18 or older to attend events or classes at the DC Improv. Any exceptions are clearly noted in the event descriptions on dcimprov.com.
• There is a two-item minimum per ticket. This can be any combination of food items or beverages. Bottled water and soft drinks count as items.

Seating Policies

• For our main showroom, the first show of any night is the "early" show. All other shows are "late" shows. Early shows are seated by time of arrival. The earlier you arrive at the club, the greater your seating options will be. Late shows have assigned seating, and assignments are made in order of ticket purchase. The earlier you buy tickets, the better your seats will be (i.e. closer to the stage).
• For our lounge, all shows regardless of start time are seated by time of arrival.

Some of the best stand-ups from the local comedy scene (and maybe a few out-of-towners) are coming to our lounge -- the perfect showroom for you to get up-close with the stars of tomorrow. This is a showcase, with several comedians performing for a total of around 90 minutes.

December 7: Ross Benoit, Tushar Singh, Mia Jackson, Candice Thompson. Rob Maher

December 8: Josh Kuderna, Tushar Singh, Mia Jackson, Candice Thompson, Chris Alan

December 14: Nathan Luft, Rojo Perez, Theresa Concepcion, Reese Waters, Kasha Patel

December 28: Ryan Schutt, Rahmein Mostafavi, Talib Babb, Jamel Johnson, Winston Hodges

December 29: Ryan Schutt, Rahmein Mostafavi, Ty Davis, Jamel Johnson, Winston Hodges

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All sales are final. There are no refunds or exchanges.

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Admission Policies

• Patrons must be 18 or older to attend events or classes at the DC Improv. Any exceptions are clearly noted in the event descriptions on dcimprov.com.
• There is a two-item minimum per ticket. This can be any combination of food items or beverages. Bottled water and soft drinks count as items.

Seating Policies

• For our main showroom, the first show of any night is the "early" show. All other shows are "late" shows. Early shows are seated by time of arrival. The earlier you arrive at the club, the greater your seating options will be. Late shows have assigned seating, and assignments are made in order of ticket purchase. The earlier you buy tickets, the better your seats will be (i.e. closer to the stage).
• For our lounge, all shows regardless of start time are seated by time of arrival.

ComedySportzDC offers clean improv comedy. Two teams battle for laughs and points as they make up scenes and songs on the spot. The audience shouts out all the suggestions and votes for the winners, while the referee calls the fouls. It's not a comedy show ABOUT sports, it's the comedy show that IS a sport – similar to what you’ve seen on “Whose Line.” This show is "all ages," meaning that people under the age of 18 may attend.

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All sales are final. There are no refunds or exchanges.

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Admission Policies

• ComedySportz shows are "all ages." People under the age of 18 may attend.
• There is a two-item minimum per customer. This can be any combination of food items or beverages. Bottled water and soft drinks count as items.

Seating Policies

• For our main showroom, the first show of any night is the "early" show. All other shows are "late" shows. Early shows are seated by time of arrival. The earlier you arrive at the club, the greater your seating options will be. Late shows have assigned seating, and assignments are made in order of ticket purchase. The earlier you buy tickets, the better your seats will be (i.e. closer to the stage).
• For our lounge, all shows regardless of start time are seated by time of arrival. If you require special accommodations (wheelchair access, etc.) please call the Improv at 202-296-7008 and inform us ahead of time.
• If you purchased tickets and want to ensure that you are seated with another party that bought tickets separately, call the Improv at 202-296-7008 and inform us ahead of time.

Door Times

• For "early" shows, doors usually open one hour before showtime. Seating for "late" shows usually begins 15-30 minutes before showtime. Check your e-mail confirmation for specifics.

Late-Night Improv features the "best of the best" from the ComedySportz improv troupe, performing their famous "Blue Show." This isn't under the official CSz banner, so all restrictions are off -- things might get a little frisky. Ages 18 and up welcome. No one stretches to make the material dirty, but unlike a CSz show, no one has to edit themselves.

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All sales are final. There are no refunds or exchanges.

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Admission Policies

• Patrons must be 18 or older to attend events or classes at the DC Improv. Any exceptions are clearly noted in the event descriptions on dcimprov.com.
• There is a two-item minimum per customer. This can be any combination of food items or beverages. Bottled water and soft drinks count as items.

Seating Policies

• For our main showroom, the first show of any night is the "early" show. All other shows are "late" shows. Early shows are seated by time of arrival. The earlier you arrive at the club, the greater your seating options will be. Late shows have assigned seating, and assignments are made in order of ticket purchase. The earlier you buy tickets, the better your seats will be (i.e. closer to the stage).
• For our lounge, all shows regardless of start time are seated by time of arrival. If you require special accommodations (wheelchair access, etc.) please call the Improv at 202-296-7008 and inform us ahead of time.
• If you purchased tickets and want to ensure that you are seated with another party that bought tickets separately, call the Improv at 202-296-7008 and inform us ahead of time.

Door Times

• For "early" shows, doors usually open one hour before showtime. Seating for "late" shows usually begins 15-30 minutes before showtime. Check your e-mail confirmation for specifics.

The DC Improv Comedy School has helped thousands of students make the world a funnier place. Join us as our latest advanced improv class puts on a graduation performance in our main showroom.

Improv class graduation shows are free to attend. You can reserve seats for free over the phone or at our box office, or for a $1.50 service charge online. Please note that there is no kitchen service (and no two-item-minimum) for these shows. Beverages will be available at the bar unless otherwise indicated.

DECEMBER 18: The graduation of "Short Form Improv: Relationships & Story," hosted by instructor Anna Bethel.

FEBRUARY 12: The graduation of "Level 2 Improv," hosted by instructor Chris Ulrich.

FEBRUARY 19: The graduation of "Intro to the Harold," hosted by instructor Chris Ulrich.

FEBRUARY 26: The graduation of "Short Form Improv: Characters & Emotions," hosted by instructor Anna Bethel.

APRIL 16: The graduation of "Level 2 Improv," hosted by instructor Chris Ulrich.

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All sales are final. There are no refunds or exchanges.

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Admission Policies

• Patrons must be 18 or older to attend events or classes at the DC Improv. Any exceptions are clearly noted in the event descriptions on dcimprov.com.
• There is no two-item minimum for this show. The kitchen will be closed, but beverages will be available at the bar.

Seating Policies

• For our main showroom, the first show of any night is the "early" show. All other shows are "late" shows. Early shows are seated by time of arrival. The earlier you arrive at the club, the greater your seating options will be. Late shows have assigned seating, and assignments are made in order of ticket purchase. The earlier you buy tickets, the better your seats will be (i.e. closer to the stage).
• For our lounge, all shows regardless of start time are seated by time of arrival.

The DC Improv Comedy School is proud to present the "Five Minutes to Funny" Graduation Showcase. After four weeks of comedy school, freshly minted comics head to the Improv stage to showcase what they learned. Teacher Chris Coccia hosts what's sure to be a funny and memorable evening for everyone involved.

December 19: Bob Jeffers, Dudley Smith, Derek Conjar, Fatima Razi, DeVon Penn, Richard Castro, Juan Mario Aguedelo, Najy Kamal, Jeanine Vailes, Samuel Wilson, Michael Lewis, Josh Jasne, Rod Taylor, Laura Rose, Valerie Spina.

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All sales are final. There are no refunds or exchanges.

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Admission Policies

• Patrons must be 18 or older to attend events or classes at the DC Improv. Any exceptions are clearly noted in the event descriptions on dcimprov.com.
• There is a two-item minimum per customer. This can be any combination of food items or beverages. Bottled water and soft drinks count as items.

Seating Policies

• For our main showroom, the first show of any night is the "early" show. All other shows are "late" shows. Early shows are seated by time of arrival. The earlier you arrive at the club, the greater your seating options will be. Late shows have assigned seating, and assignments are made in order of ticket purchase. The earlier you buy tickets, the better your seats will be (i.e. closer to the stage).
• For our lounge, all shows regardless of start time are seated by time of arrival.

Have Yourself a Merry Murder Mystery / Solve a Crime Tonight / Laugh and Drink / As Someone’s Murdered in Plain Sight

We've had a lot of people "kill" on our stage over the years, but at this show, we're asking the audience to solve a murder. "Merry Murder Mystery" is put on by Die Laughing Productions, which has been bringing great murder mystery comedy shows to the Improv since 2016. Get in the holiday spirit while solving the crime with your friends.

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All sales are final. There are no refunds or exchanges.

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Admission Policies

• Patrons must be 18 or older to attend events or classes at the DC Improv. Any exceptions are clearly noted in the event descriptions on dcimprov.com.
• There is a two-item minimum per ticket. This can be any combination of food items or beverages. Bottled water and soft drinks count as items.

Seating Policies

• For our main showroom, the first show of any night is the "early" show. All other shows are "late" shows. Early shows are seated by time of arrival. The earlier you arrive at the club, the greater your seating options will be. Late shows have assigned seating, and assignments are made in order of ticket purchase. The earlier you buy tickets, the better your seats will be (i.e. closer to the stage).
• For our lounge, all shows regardless of start time are seated by time of arrival.

Michael Yo is a comedian/actor/host keeping busy in all of Hollywood's platforms. In stand up, Michael came up under the wings of Chelsea Handler and Jo Koy and now headlines all over the country. He is releasing his hilarious and heartfelt debut stand up comedy special, "Blasian," in November 2018. Michael got his start in radio and it continues to be his passion. This summer, Michael launched his new daily pop culture radio talk show, "The Michael Yo Show," on the EW channel of SiriusXM and can also be heard daily on "Hits1 in Hollywood" on channel 2. Michael was previously seen covering celebrity news and gossip on "The Insider," "Extra," "E! News," as well as guest co-hosting CBS' "The Talk." Michael continues to appear as a hot topic contributor on "The Wendy Williams Show." The self-proclaimed "Half-Black Brother with a Korean Mother" was born and raised in Houston and now lives in Los Angeles with his family.

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All sales are final. There are no refunds or exchanges.

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Admission Policies

• Patrons must be 18 or older to attend events or classes at the DC Improv. Any exceptions are clearly noted in the event descriptions on dcimprov.com.
• There is a two-item minimum per ticket. This can be any combination of food items or beverages. Bottled water and soft drinks count as items.

Seating Policies

• For our main showroom, the first show of any night is the "early" show. All other shows are "late" shows. Early shows are seated by time of arrival. The earlier you arrive at the club, the greater your seating options will be. Late shows have assigned seating, and assignments are made in order of ticket purchase. The earlier you buy tickets, the better your seats will be (i.e. closer to the stage).
• For our lounge, all shows regardless of start time are seated by time of arrival.

The Overachievers has grown into one of the top comedy shows in the country. Hosted by local favorite Martin Amini and music by DJ Bo, The Overachievers is a showcase of comedians seen on HBO, Comedy Central, and NBC.

The December 27 lineup: Nore Davis, Mia Jackson, Kasaun Wilson and Tony Woods.

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All sales are final. There are no refunds or exchanges.

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Admission Policies

• Patrons must be 18 or older to attend events or classes at the DC Improv. Any exceptions are clearly noted in the event descriptions on dcimprov.com.
• There is a two-item minimum per ticket. This can be any combination of food items or beverages. Bottled water and soft drinks count as items. (The two-item minimum does not apply to comedy classes.)

Seating Policies

• For our main showroom, the first show of any night is the "early" show. All other shows are "late" shows. Early shows are seated by time of arrival. The earlier you arrive at the club, the greater your seating options will be. Late shows have assigned seating, and assignments are made in order of ticket purchase. The earlier you buy tickets, the better your seats will be (i.e. closer to the stage). Click here for a more detailed explanation of seating policies.
• For our lounge, all shows regardless of start time are seated by time of arrival.

Dov currently appears on HBO’s “Crashing” and NBC’s “Shades of Blue” with Jennifer Lopez and Ray Liotta. He’s been seen on “The Tonight Show” and “Late Night” as well as in a lead role alongside Mark Wahlberg in the movie “Invincible.” He’s done comedy specials for Comedy Central and Showtime, and recently had a memoir published by St. Martin’s Press entitled ‘Road Dog’, life and reflections of a standup comic from the road. And (most important) he’s back at the DC Improv to close out 2018.

Please Note: Dov will also be headlining two shows New Year's Eve.

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All sales are final. There are no refunds or exchanges.

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Admission Policies

• Patrons must be 18 or older to attend events or classes at the DC Improv. Any exceptions are clearly noted in the event descriptions on dcimprov.com.
• There is a two-item minimum per ticket. This can be any combination of food items or beverages. Bottled water and soft drinks count as items.

Seating Policies

• For our main showroom, the first show of any night is the "early" show. All other shows are "late" shows. Early shows are seated by time of arrival. The earlier you arrive at the club, the greater your seating options will be. Late shows have assigned seating, and assignments are made in order of ticket purchase. The earlier you buy tickets, the better your seats will be (i.e. closer to the stage).
• For our lounge, all shows regardless of start time are seated by time of arrival.

Say hello to 2019 by partying with us! The amazing Dov Davidoff headlines, and we've got two shows to choose from.

7:30 show: $35 per person. The ticket includes admission and a free pass for a future show at the DC Improv.

10:15 countdown show: $75 per person. The ticket includes admission, a champagne toast at midnight, a fruit / cheese / cracker plate and party favors. Each ticket also comes with a free pass for a future show at the DC Improv.

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All sales are final. There are no refunds or exchanges.

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Admission Policies

• Patrons must be 18 or older to attend events or classes at the DC Improv. Any exceptions are clearly noted in the event descriptions on dcimprov.com.
• There is a two-item minimum per ticket. This can be any combination of food items or beverages. Bottled water and soft drinks count as items.

Seating Policies

• For our main showroom, the first show of any night is the "early" show. All other shows are "late" shows. Early shows are seated by time of arrival. The earlier you arrive at the club, the greater your seating options will be. Late shows have assigned seating, and assignments are made in order of ticket purchase. The earlier you buy tickets, the better your seats will be (i.e. closer to the stage).
• For our lounge, all shows regardless of start time are seated by time of arrival.

She’s a force on the stage and scene-stealer whenever she’s on screen. Known for her breakthrough role as the “hooker with the heart of gold” in the blockbuster comedy “Borat”, as well as her two-year tour and DVD appearances with Katt Williams, you can also see Luenell in the upcoming movie “All Star Weekend” (directed by Jamie Foxx). And now she’s set to make her DC Improv debut this winter!

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All sales are final. There are no refunds or exchanges.

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Admission Policies

• Patrons must be 18 or older to attend events or classes at the DC Improv. Any exceptions are clearly noted in the event descriptions on dcimprov.com.
• There is a two-item minimum per ticket. This can be any combination of food items or beverages. Bottled water and soft drinks count as items.

Seating Policies

• For our main showroom, the first show of any night is the "early" show. All other shows are "late" shows. Early shows are seated by time of arrival. The earlier you arrive at the club, the greater your seating options will be. Late shows have assigned seating, and assignments are made in order of ticket purchase. The earlier you buy tickets, the better your seats will be (i.e. closer to the stage).
• For our lounge, all shows regardless of start time are seated by time of arrival.

Available: Saturdays, Jan. 5 - Feb. 9, 11 a.m. - 1 p.m.

Available: Mondays, Feb. 25 - April 1, 7 - 9 p.m.

This class can do it all. People use Beginning Improv training to kick-start their creative mind, meet new people, and improve teamwork skills. It can give you great new perspective on your everyday interactions, introduce you to a new hobby, or even serve as a first step into the entertainment world . Best of all, it's a LOT of fun.

This is the course where you'll learn the basics of improv. You'll also learn a number of games you can play just about anywhere, learn how to develop scenes and create characters within seconds, and learn exercises to help create "group mind" to better work and act together. Remember, improv isn't just for actors -- anyone from teachers to corporate trainers to anyone wanting to build stronger teams can benefit from the collaborative art of improv comedy.

Tuition for this class is $250. Once payment is made, there are no refunds, exchanges or cancellations. All classes are 18 and over.

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All sales are final. There are no refunds or exchanges.

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Admission Policies

• Patrons must be 18 or older to attend events or classes at the DC Improv. Any exceptions are clearly noted in the event descriptions on dcimprov.com.
• There is a two-item minimum per customer. This can be any combination of food items or beverages. Bottled water and soft drinks count as items.

Seating Policies

• For our main showroom, the first show of any night is the "early" show. All other shows are "late" shows. Early shows are seated by time of arrival. The earlier you arrive at the club, the greater your seating options will be. Late shows have assigned seating, and assignments are made in order of ticket purchase. The earlier you buy tickets, the better your seats will be (i.e. closer to the stage).
• For our lounge, all shows regardless of start time are seated by time of arrival.

Saturdays, Jan. 5 - Feb. 16 (off 1/19), 2 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. Graduation show at the Improv on February 19

Building off skills gained in ensemble development and scene work from earlier improv training, this class focuses on the creation of the long-form improv style developed by Del Close. With particular attention to recognizing organic opportunities in the moment, students will learn how to create believable characters, discover themes, and make scenic connections in the moment. Students will learn to explore the signature elements (openings, scenic beats, edits, character pulls, & group games) that bring together this dynamic structure. Prerequisite: Beginning Improv and Level 2 Improv, or permission from the instructor.

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All sales are final. There are no refunds or exchanges.

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Admission Policies

• Patrons must be 18 or older to attend events or classes at the DC Improv. Any exceptions are clearly noted in the event descriptions on dcimprov.com.
• There is a two-item minimum per ticket. This can be any combination of food items or beverages. Bottled water and soft drinks count as items.

Seating Policies

• For our main showroom, the first show of any night is the "early" show. All other shows are "late" shows. Early shows are seated by time of arrival. The earlier you arrive at the club, the greater your seating options will be. Late shows have assigned seating, and assignments are made in order of ticket purchase. The earlier you buy tickets, the better your seats will be (i.e. closer to the stage).
• For our lounge, all shows regardless of start time are seated by time of arrival.

Available: Sundays, March 10 - April 14 (off 4/7), 11 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. Graduation show: April 16 at 8 p.m.

Picking up from the beginning level course, students will focus on making powerful choices at the top of the scene and how building fun and dynamic characters will enhance their overall experience. Through short-form scene work and games, students will explore how physicality, object work and interacting with their environment can inform the scene and set them up for success. The course includes 5 classes and a final graduation performance at the DC Improv. Prerequisite: Beginning Improv or permission of the instructor and principal. Click here to learn more about Chris’ other classes.

Tuition for this class is $250. Once payment is made, there are no refunds, exchanges or cancellations. All classes are 18 and over.

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All sales are final. There are no refunds or exchanges.

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Admission Policies

• Patrons must be 18 or older to attend events or classes at the DC Improv. Any exceptions are clearly noted in the event descriptions on dcimprov.com.
• There is a two-item minimum per customer. This can be any combination of food items or beverages. Bottled water and soft drinks count as items.

Seating Policies

• For our main showroom, the first show of any night is the "early" show. All other shows are "late" shows. Early shows are seated by time of arrival. The earlier you arrive at the club, the greater your seating options will be. Late shows have assigned seating, and assignments are made in order of ticket purchase. The earlier you buy tickets, the better your seats will be (i.e. closer to the stage).
• For our lounge, all shows regardless of start time are seated by time of arrival.

Sundays, January 6 - February 3 (Off 1/27), 11:30 A.M. - 3:00 P.M. Graduation Show February 6.

Through hands-on training with instructor Chris Coccia, you'll learn how to prepare, polish and perform a five-minute stand-up comedy set. A tight, funny, five-minute set can carry you through a comedy career from start to stardom. It can be your open stage set, it can be your audition set and it can be your spot on any number of late-night shows. Lots of people have dreamed about giving stand-up comedy a try. This class gives you the structured environment that will finally get you on stage.

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All sales are final. There are no refunds or exchanges.

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Admission Policies

• Patrons must be 18 or older to attend events or classes at the DC Improv. Any exceptions are clearly noted in the event descriptions on dcimprov.com.
• There is a two-item minimum per ticket. This can be any combination of food items or beverages. Bottled water and soft drinks count as items. (The two-item minimum does not apply to comedy classes.)

Seating Policies

• For our main showroom, the first show of any night is the "early" show. All other shows are "late" shows. Early shows are seated by time of arrival. The earlier you arrive at the club, the greater your seating options will be. Late shows have assigned seating, and assignments are made in order of ticket purchase. The earlier you buy tickets, the better your seats will be (i.e. closer to the stage). Click here for a more detailed explanation of seating policies.
• For our lounge, all shows regardless of start time are seated by time of arrival.

The Improv is proud to host an open mic night featuring local comedy talent in our main showroom. Admission is free to the public, and you can guarantee yourself a seat in the crowd if you RSVP using the form on this page. There is a $1.50 service charge for reserving a seat online. Walk-up tickets with no service charge are also welcome on the day of the show if seating is available, or you can call the box office to reserve seats with no service charge. (Free-admission events are the only ones where service charges are waived for reservations made over the phone.)

January 8: The January lineup is TBA.

HOW TO SIGN UP: If you’re interested in performing at a future open mic night, e-mail antoine@dcimprov.com a link to a performance video that is no more than 10 minutes long. Recent sets are preferred. If possible, show us a performance from the last three months. Also include a short biography, as well as resume of your comedy work. Web submissions only -- do not call the Improv.

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All sales are final. There are no refunds or exchanges.

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Admission Policies

• Patrons must be 18 or older to attend events or classes at the DC Improv. Any exceptions are clearly noted in the event descriptions on dcimprov.com.
• There is a two-item minimum per customer. This can be any combination of food items or beverages. Bottled water and soft drinks count as items.

Seating Policies

• For our main showroom, the first show of any night is the "early" show. All other shows are "late" shows. Early shows are seated by time of arrival. The earlier you arrive at the club, the greater your seating options will be. Late shows have assigned seating, and assignments are made in order of ticket purchase. The earlier you buy tickets, the better your seats will be (i.e. closer to the stage).
• For our lounge, all shows regardless of start time are seated by time of arrival. If you require special accommodations (wheelchair access, etc.) please call the Improv at 202-296-7008 and inform us ahead of time.
• If you purchased tickets and want to ensure that you are seated with another party that bought tickets separately, call the Improv at 202-296-7008 and inform us ahead of time.

Door Times

• For "early" shows, doors usually open one hour before showtime. Seating for "late" shows usually begins 15-30 minutes before showtime. Check your e-mail confirmation for specifics.

Get up close with a fresh new voice. Born in Iran and raised in Southern California, Amir K is one of the fastest-rising comedians on the L.A. scene. His comedy blends character work, storytelling and improvisation, and it’s all shaped by his multi-cultural upbringing. He’s been on “MADtv,” MTV and the big screen … and now he’s coming back to the DC Improv.

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All sales are final. There are no refunds or exchanges.

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Admission Policies

• Patrons must be 18 or older to attend events or classes at the DC Improv. Any exceptions are clearly noted in the event descriptions on dcimprov.com.
• There is a two-item minimum per ticket. This can be any combination of food items or beverages. Bottled water and soft drinks count as items. (The two-item minimum does not apply to comedy classes.)

Seating Policies

• For our main showroom, the first show of any night is the "early" show. All other shows are "late" shows. Early shows are seated by time of arrival. The earlier you arrive at the club, the greater your seating options will be. Late shows have assigned seating, and assignments are made in order of ticket purchase. The earlier you buy tickets, the better your seats will be (i.e. closer to the stage). Click here for a more detailed explanation of seating policies.
• For our lounge, all shows regardless of start time are seated by time of arrival.

John got national attention when he won the second season of “Last Comic Standing” on NBC. Since then, the Detroit native has been a fixture on the stand-up circuit, a regular contributor to broadcast and cable TV shows and a best-selling author. His stand-up puts audiences in the passenger seat for his personal journey from college student to stepdad. His combination of enthusiasm and cynicism has won over audiences across the country.

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Admission Policies

• Patrons must be 18 or older to attend events or classes at the DC Improv. Any exceptions are clearly noted in the event descriptions on dcimprov.com.
• There is a two-item minimum per ticket. This can be any combination of food items or beverages. Bottled water and soft drinks count as items.

Seating Policies

• For our main showroom, the first show of any night is the "early" show. All other shows are "late" shows. Early shows are seated by time of arrival. The earlier you arrive at the club, the greater your seating options will be. Late shows have assigned seating, and assignments are made in order of ticket purchase. The earlier you buy tickets, the better your seats will be (i.e. closer to the stage).
• For our lounge, all shows regardless of start time are seated by time of arrival.

Every few months, the Improv brings eight great DMV comics together for a one-night stand-up tournament. Each "match" has two comics doing five-minute sets, and the audience chooses one person to advance. At the end of the night, we have a champion ... and the audience ALWAYS wins.

The lineup for January 12 is Matt Bergman, Chris Alan, Shelley Kim, Max Wolfson, Violet Gray, John F. O'Donnell, Haywood Turnipseed and Dana Fleitman.

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Admission Policies

• Patrons must be 18 or older to attend events or classes at the DC Improv. Any exceptions are clearly noted in the event descriptions on dcimprov.com.
• There is a two-item minimum per ticket. This can be any combination of food items or beverages. Bottled water and soft drinks count as items.

Seating Policies

• For our main showroom, the first show of any night is the "early" show. All other shows are "late" shows. Early shows are seated by time of arrival. The earlier you arrive at the club, the greater your seating options will be. Late shows have assigned seating, and assignments are made in order of ticket purchase. The earlier you buy tickets, the better your seats will be (i.e. closer to the stage).
• For our lounge, all shows regardless of start time are seated by time of arrival.

We're challenging the funny people of the DMV to come up with five minutes of comedy, built around the theme of HEALTH. You get to enjoy what they come up with -- and send one team home with a cash prize. The Make Up Party is the Improv's game night, open to all kinds of performers. Whether you're hopping on stage or in the crowd, it's gonna be a good time.

If you want to compete: E-mail chris@dcimprov.com if you're interested. This event is open to stand-ups, sketch troupes, improv teams or whatever. Maximum team size is 6. Be advised that all competitors (once participation is confirmed by the Improv) need to have tickets.

Click here to see the confirmed teams for January.

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Admission Policies

• Patrons must be 18 or older to attend events or classes at the DC Improv. Any exceptions are clearly noted in the event descriptions on dcimprov.com.
• There is a two-item minimum per ticket. This can be any combination of food items or beverages. Bottled water and soft drinks count as items.

Seating Policies

• For our main showroom, the first show of any night is the "early" show. All other shows are "late" shows. Early shows are seated by time of arrival. The earlier you arrive at the club, the greater your seating options will be. Late shows have assigned seating, and assignments are made in order of ticket purchase. The earlier you buy tickets, the better your seats will be (i.e. closer to the stage).
• For our lounge, all shows regardless of start time are seated by time of arrival.

PLEASE NOTE: Once tickets are purchased, there is no switching between days.

F*ck it, we'll do it live! Girls Gotta Eat Podcast is coming in hot for a live show where Ashley, Rayna, and special guests will answer all those burning questions about sex, dating, and relationships in a one-of-a-kind, interactive experience. No one leaves without a fresh outlook on dating and at least one new ab from laughing.

**VIP tickets include prime seating at the show followed by meeting, greeting, and taking photos with the girls.

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Admission Policies

• Patrons must be 18 or older to attend events or classes at the DC Improv. Any exceptions are clearly noted in the event descriptions on dcimprov.com.
• There is a two-item minimum per ticket. This can be any combination of food items or beverages. Bottled water and soft drinks count as items. (The two-item minimum does not apply to comedy classes.)

Seating Policies

• For our main showroom, the first show of any night is the "early" show. All other shows are "late" shows. Early shows are seated by time of arrival. The earlier you arrive at the club, the greater your seating options will be. Late shows have assigned seating, and assignments are made in order of ticket purchase. The earlier you buy tickets, the better your seats will be (i.e. closer to the stage). Click here for a more detailed explanation of seating policies.
• For our lounge, all shows regardless of start time are seated by time of arrival.

Next available section: Tuesdays, Jan. 15 - Feb. 12, 7:00 - 9:30 p.m.

AKA "Improv for Fun!" A class for people who want to learn improv games while having fun playing with other improvisers. The focus is on building confidence, communication skills and a sense of play -- improv training often helps people develop teamwork and creative thinking. While students are coached to learn new games and skills, less time is spent on preparing for a performance, and more time is spent on simply having fun. This class is both for beginning improvisers who want to learn the games they've seen in shows, and for experienced improv students who want to recapture a sense of playfulness in their games and scenes. Click here to learn more about other comedy school classes.

Tuition for this class is $250. Once payment is made, there are no refunds, exchanges or cancellations. All classes are 18 and over.

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Admission Policies

• Patrons must be 18 or older to attend events or classes at the DC Improv. Any exceptions are clearly noted in the event descriptions on dcimprov.com.
• There is a two-item minimum per ticket. This can be any combination of food items or beverages. Bottled water and soft drinks count as items.

Seating Policies

• For our main showroom, the first show of any night is the "early" show. All other shows are "late" shows. Early shows are seated by time of arrival. The earlier you arrive at the club, the greater your seating options will be. Late shows have assigned seating, and assignments are made in order of ticket purchase. The earlier you buy tickets, the better your seats will be (i.e. closer to the stage).
• For our lounge, all shows regardless of start time are seated by time of arrival.

Wednesdays, January 16 - February 13, 7 - 9:30 p.m. Graduation show February 26.

This course builds on the skills learned in Beginning Improv to develop characters through emotion. Specific characters grounded in strong emotions are why we care about a scene. Expanding off the "Yes and..." foundation, students will learn how to engage with each other while creating interesting characters who interact with each other in meaningful ways. Students will play short-form games and exercises that they've seen on "Whose Line Is It Anway?", and in the DC Improv's Lounge (at ComedySportz and Blue Show performances). The class concludes with a graduation performance at the DC Improv. Prerequisite: Beginning Improv or permission of the instructor and principal. Click here to learn more about other comedy school classes.

Tuition for this class is $250. Once payment is made, there are no refunds, exchanges or cancellations. All classes are 18 and over.

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All sales are final. There are no refunds or exchanges.

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Admission Policies

• Patrons must be 18 or older to attend events or classes at the DC Improv. Any exceptions are clearly noted in the event descriptions on dcimprov.com.
• There is a two-item minimum per ticket. This can be any combination of food items or beverages. Bottled water and soft drinks count as items.

Seating Policies

• For our main showroom, the first show of any night is the "early" show. All other shows are "late" shows. Early shows are seated by time of arrival. The earlier you arrive at the club, the greater your seating options will be. Late shows have assigned seating, and assignments are made in order of ticket purchase. The earlier you buy tickets, the better your seats will be (i.e. closer to the stage).
• For our lounge, all shows regardless of start time are seated by time of arrival.

Great things come in little packages. Esther Povitsky – known to many as Little Esther – has had the comedy industry buzzing for the last five years. She’s jumped to the next level as a series regular on “Crazy Ex Girlfriend,” and she continues to grow as an actress, podcaster and stand-up. This show will be her DC Improv headlining debut.

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Admission Policies

• Patrons must be 18 or older to attend events or classes at the DC Improv. Any exceptions are clearly noted in the event descriptions on dcimprov.com.
• There is a two-item minimum per ticket. This can be any combination of food items or beverages. Bottled water and soft drinks count as items. (The two-item minimum does not apply to comedy classes.)

Seating Policies

• For our main showroom, the first show of any night is the "early" show. All other shows are "late" shows. Early shows are seated by time of arrival. The earlier you arrive at the club, the greater your seating options will be. Late shows have assigned seating, and assignments are made in order of ticket purchase. The earlier you buy tickets, the better your seats will be (i.e. closer to the stage). Click here for a more detailed explanation of seating policies.
• For our lounge, all shows regardless of start time are seated by time of arrival.

Lavell has been a comedy star for years, but he really hit the big time as the runner-up in the fifth edition of “Last Comic Standing.” Since then, he’s been a true national star, headlining clubs and theaters with his signature suits and side-splitting jokes. And he’s also making breakthroughs as an actor – fans of “Breaking Bad” and “Better Call Saul” know him as Huell.

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Admission Policies

• Patrons must be 18 or older to attend events or classes at the DC Improv. Any exceptions are clearly noted in the event descriptions on dcimprov.com.
• There is a two-item minimum per ticket. This can be any combination of food items or beverages. Bottled water and soft drinks count as items.

Seating Policies

• For our main showroom, the first show of any night is the "early" show. All other shows are "late" shows. Early shows are seated by time of arrival. The earlier you arrive at the club, the greater your seating options will be. Late shows have assigned seating, and assignments are made in order of ticket purchase. The earlier you buy tickets, the better your seats will be (i.e. closer to the stage).
• For our lounge, all shows regardless of start time are seated by time of arrival.

We had a great time watching Adrienne when she came through with Ari Shaffir in 2018. She’s back in 2019 for her DC Improv headlining debut, taking the stage for four shows in our lounge. The Bronx native specializes in sharp, dark humor – and she’s been featured on everything from “Last Comic Standing” to CBS’s “Late Show.”

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Admission Policies

• Patrons must be 18 or older to attend events or classes at the DC Improv. Any exceptions are clearly noted in the event descriptions on dcimprov.com.
• There is a two-item minimum per ticket. This can be any combination of food items or beverages. Bottled water and soft drinks count as items. (The two-item minimum does not apply to comedy classes.)

Seating Policies

• For our main showroom, the first show of any night is the "early" show. All other shows are "late" shows. Early shows are seated by time of arrival. The earlier you arrive at the club, the greater your seating options will be. Late shows have assigned seating, and assignments are made in order of ticket purchase. The earlier you buy tickets, the better your seats will be (i.e. closer to the stage). Click here for a more detailed explanation of seating policies.
• For our lounge, all shows regardless of start time are seated by time of arrival.

Come out and wordplay! You're invited to watch or compete in Pun DMV, our pun contest. The night is hosted by Dana Fleitman, and it has two events:

The Tournament: An on-the-spot punning tournament featuring up to 20 people. At the start of each match, contestants are given a theme. They then take turns making up puns on the spot. People are eliminated when they're stumped. The last person standing moves on to the next round (or victory)! Anyone in attendance can compete, and you can sign up on site when you arrive.

The Freestyle: Each competitor chooses a punning theme, then prepares in advance a two-minute speech packed with puns inspired by that theme. On the night of the show, the competitors deliver their speeches on stage. We'll pick a few finalists, based on quality of puns and overall delivery. Then the audience will decide the winner by cheering. If you'd like to compete in the Freestyle (or Pun DMV Remix) please e-mail chris@dcimprov.com for more information.

The winners of either contest get prizes from the Improv (and eternal glory)! Click here for more info on Pun DMV, including videos of how the games work.

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Admission Policies

• Patrons must be 18 or older to attend events or classes at the DC Improv. Any exceptions are clearly noted in the event descriptions on dcimprov.com.
• There is a two-item minimum per ticket. This can be any combination of food items or beverages. Bottled water and soft drinks count as items.

Seating Policies

• For our main showroom, the first show of any night is the "early" show. All other shows are "late" shows. Early shows are seated by time of arrival. The earlier you arrive at the club, the greater your seating options will be. Late shows have assigned seating, and assignments are made in order of ticket purchase. The earlier you buy tickets, the better your seats will be (i.e. closer to the stage).
• For our lounge, all shows regardless of start time are seated by time of arrival.

Over the airwaves or on the stage, Jay’s relentless confidence and amazing command can win over almost anyone. Known as a master of crowd work and dirty jokes, he specializes in honest and hilarious stories from his own rock-and-roll lifestyle. You can hear Jay on “The Bonfire” on Comedy Central’s SiriusXM channel, you can see him on Netflix, or (best of all) you can see him headline the DC Improv for a fourth time.

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All sales are final. There are no refunds or exchanges.

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Admission Policies

• Patrons must be 18 or older to attend events or classes at the DC Improv. Any exceptions are clearly noted in the event descriptions on dcimprov.com.
• There is a two-item minimum per ticket. This can be any combination of food items or beverages. Bottled water and soft drinks count as items.

Seating Policies

• For our main showroom, the first show of any night is the "early" show. All other shows are "late" shows. Early shows are seated by time of arrival. The earlier you arrive at the club, the greater your seating options will be. Late shows have assigned seating, and assignments are made in order of ticket purchase. The earlier you buy tickets, the better your seats will be (i.e. closer to the stage).
• For our lounge, all shows regardless of start time are seated by time of arrival.

Couples Therapy is your scheduled appointment to laugh about relationships and single strife.

The show is a hilarious round-table discussion featuring comics and willing audience members, led by coupling failure Rahmein Mostafavi. You'll laugh your aching heart out about love, dating, sex, single-hood, and married life -- cuz what else CAN you do?!

Special guests for January: Ty Davis and Umar Khan.

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Admission Policies

• Patrons must be 18 or older to attend events or classes at the DC Improv. Any exceptions are clearly noted in the event descriptions on dcimprov.com.
• There is a two-item minimum per ticket. This can be any combination of food items or beverages. Bottled water and soft drinks count as items. (The two-item minimum does not apply to comedy classes.)

Seating Policies

• For our main showroom, the first show of any night is the "early" show. All other shows are "late" shows. Early shows are seated by time of arrival. The earlier you arrive at the club, the greater your seating options will be. Late shows have assigned seating, and assignments are made in order of ticket purchase. The earlier you buy tickets, the better your seats will be (i.e. closer to the stage). Click here for a more detailed explanation of seating policies.
• For our lounge, all shows regardless of start time are seated by time of arrival.

Two DC Improv favorites are co-headlining our lounge on a Friday. Ryan Conner was a finalist on the most recent edition of "Last Comic Standing," and Andy Hendrickson has made the circuit of the late-night talk shows. Both guys grew up in the DMV and started their comedy careers here -- and we're happy to have them stopping in during their latest trip to the East Coast.

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All sales are final. There are no refunds or exchanges.

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Admission Policies

• Patrons must be 18 or older to attend events or classes at the DC Improv. Any exceptions are clearly noted in the event descriptions on dcimprov.com.
• There is a two-item minimum per ticket. This can be any combination of food items or beverages. Bottled water and soft drinks count as items. (The two-item minimum does not apply to comedy classes.)

Seating Policies

• For our main showroom, the first show of any night is the "early" show. All other shows are "late" shows. Early shows are seated by time of arrival. The earlier you arrive at the club, the greater your seating options will be. Late shows have assigned seating, and assignments are made in order of ticket purchase. The earlier you buy tickets, the better your seats will be (i.e. closer to the stage). Click here for a more detailed explanation of seating policies.
• For our lounge, all shows regardless of start time are seated by time of arrival.

Every few months, the Improv brings eight great DMV comics together for a one-night stand-up tournament. Each "match" has two comics doing five-minute sets, and the audience chooses one person to advance. At the end of the night, we have a champion. The winners represent the best that DMV comedy has to offer.

For this special show, eight former champs return to the Improv to battle for the title of Grand Champion! The best of the best will be duking it out ... and no matter which comedian is victorious, the audience always wins.

The lineup for January 27: Rahmein Mostafavi, Wendy Wroblewski, Natalie McGill, Dominic Rivera, Eddie Morrison, Tommy Sinbazo and 2 more TBA.

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Admission Policies

• Patrons must be 18 or older to attend events or classes at the DC Improv. Any exceptions are clearly noted in the event descriptions on dcimprov.com.
• There is a two-item minimum per ticket. This can be any combination of food items or beverages. Bottled water and soft drinks count as items.

Seating Policies

• For our main showroom, the first show of any night is the "early" show. All other shows are "late" shows. Early shows are seated by time of arrival. The earlier you arrive at the club, the greater your seating options will be. Late shows have assigned seating, and assignments are made in order of ticket purchase. The earlier you buy tickets, the better your seats will be (i.e. closer to the stage).
• For our lounge, all shows regardless of start time are seated by time of arrival.

Kick off your Super Bowl weekend the best way possible. Moshe has wowed audiences with both his writing and his skill as a performer. He’s a favorite at Comedy Central, working on the roasts, writing and acting for “Another Period,” and hosting his own show “Problematic.” He’s a podcasting all-star. And now he’s coming back to the DC Improv this winter.

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Admission Policies

• Patrons must be 18 or older to attend events or classes at the DC Improv. Any exceptions are clearly noted in the event descriptions on dcimprov.com.
• There is a two-item minimum per ticket. This can be any combination of food items or beverages. Bottled water and soft drinks count as items.

Seating Policies

• For our main showroom, the first show of any night is the "early" show. All other shows are "late" shows. Early shows are seated by time of arrival. The earlier you arrive at the club, the greater your seating options will be. Late shows have assigned seating, and assignments are made in order of ticket purchase. The earlier you buy tickets, the better your seats will be (i.e. closer to the stage).
• For our lounge, all shows regardless of start time are seated by time of arrival.

The DC Improv Comedy School is proud to present the "Five Minutes to Funny" Graduation Showcase. After four weeks of comedy school, freshly minted comics head to the Improv stage to showcase what they learned. Teacher Chris Coccia hosts what's sure to be a funny and memorable evening for everyone involved.

February 6: TBA.

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Admission Policies

• Patrons must be 18 or older to attend events or classes at the DC Improv. Any exceptions are clearly noted in the event descriptions on dcimprov.com.
• There is a two-item minimum per ticket. This can be any combination of food items or beverages. Bottled water and soft drinks count as items. (The two-item minimum does not apply to comedy classes.)

Seating Policies

• For our main showroom, the first show of any night is the "early" show. All other shows are "late" shows. Early shows are seated by time of arrival. The earlier you arrive at the club, the greater your seating options will be. Late shows have assigned seating, and assignments are made in order of ticket purchase. The earlier you buy tickets, the better your seats will be (i.e. closer to the stage). Click here for a more detailed explanation of seating policies.
• For our lounge, all shows regardless of start time are seated by time of arrival.

Finesse spun early success in the stand-up game into a four-year run on “Saturday Night Live.” His smooth and hilarious style has kept him busy on the small screen (Roadies, A.N.T. Farm, all the big talk shows). He pops up regularly on comedy concert tours. And you can still see him up close in the comedy clubs. Check out his DC Improv return this winter.

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All sales are final. There are no refunds or exchanges.

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Admission Policies

• Patrons must be 18 or older to attend events or classes at the DC Improv. Any exceptions are clearly noted in the event descriptions on dcimprov.com.
• There is a two-item minimum per ticket. This can be any combination of food items or beverages. Bottled water and soft drinks count as items.

Seating Policies

• For our main showroom, the first show of any night is the "early" show. All other shows are "late" shows. Early shows are seated by time of arrival. The earlier you arrive at the club, the greater your seating options will be. Late shows have assigned seating, and assignments are made in order of ticket purchase. The earlier you buy tickets, the better your seats will be (i.e. closer to the stage).
• For our lounge, all shows regardless of start time are seated by time of arrival.

A DC Improv debut! Born and raised in Long Beach, Calif., Jesus Trejo was named one of Variety’s Top 10 Comics To Watch 2017. A regular at the Comedy Store in Los Angeles, Trejo often appears on Comedy Central’s “Roast Battle,” and can be seen on “Adam Devine’s Hous Party,” Season 2 of “Standup Up & Deliver” (Nuvo TV), “Uproarious” (Fuse), and as a recurring cast member on TBS’s sitcom “Sullivan & Son.” Jesus was selected to be a NEW FACE comedian in 2016 for the prestigious Just For Laughs Festival in Montreal.

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Admission Policies

• Patrons must be 18 or older to attend events or classes at the DC Improv. Any exceptions are clearly noted in the event descriptions on dcimprov.com.
• There is a two-item minimum per ticket. This can be any combination of food items or beverages. Bottled water and soft drinks count as items.

Seating Policies

• For our main showroom, the first show of any night is the "early" show. All other shows are "late" shows. Early shows are seated by time of arrival. The earlier you arrive at the club, the greater your seating options will be. Late shows have assigned seating, and assignments are made in order of ticket purchase. The earlier you buy tickets, the better your seats will be (i.e. closer to the stage).
• For our lounge, all shows regardless of start time are seated by time of arrival.

One of our favorite comics is coming back to the Improv to record his new album! Christian Finnegan does it all: He's a veteran stand-up. He's an accomplished TV writer and host, for "Black & White," "The Jim Gaffigan Show" and other projects. He's a great comedic actor, from "Chappelle's Show," "Are We There Yet?" and more. And he was one of the first great "talking head" comedians, with tons of appearances on VH1 and cable news shows. Check him out this Valentine's Day ...

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Admission Policies

• Patrons must be 18 or older to attend events or classes at the DC Improv. Any exceptions are clearly noted in the event descriptions on dcimprov.com.
• There is a two-item minimum per ticket. This can be any combination of food items or beverages. Bottled water and soft drinks count as items. (The two-item minimum does not apply to comedy classes.)

Seating Policies

• For our main showroom, the first show of any night is the "early" show. All other shows are "late" shows. Early shows are seated by time of arrival. The earlier you arrive at the club, the greater your seating options will be. Late shows have assigned seating, and assignments are made in order of ticket purchase. The earlier you buy tickets, the better your seats will be (i.e. closer to the stage). Click here for a more detailed explanation of seating policies.
• For our lounge, all shows regardless of start time are seated by time of arrival.

Houston’s own Ali Siddiq started his comedy career telling jokes in prison – and his determination and fearlessness launched him in to showbusiness when he was done serving his time. Ali’s unique perspective and distinct style have caught the attention of Comedy Central, some of comedy’s biggest touring headliners, and (of course) the best comedy venue in the DMV. Join us as he headlines the club for a second year in a row.

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Admission Policies

• Patrons must be 18 or older to attend events or classes at the DC Improv. Any exceptions are clearly noted in the event descriptions on dcimprov.com.
• There is a two-item minimum per ticket. This can be any combination of food items or beverages. Bottled water and soft drinks count as items.

Seating Policies

• For our main showroom, the first show of any night is the "early" show. All other shows are "late" shows. Early shows are seated by time of arrival. The earlier you arrive at the club, the greater your seating options will be. Late shows have assigned seating, and assignments are made in order of ticket purchase. The earlier you buy tickets, the better your seats will be (i.e. closer to the stage).
• For our lounge, all shows regardless of start time are seated by time of arrival.

A unique emerging voice in the comedy world, Dulcé became a correspondent for ‘The Daily Show with Trevor Noah” in 2017. And that’s just her latest gig: She’s already been seen on MTV, TruTV, TBS and E! News Daily. Her signature point-of-view and confidence drives her hilarious views on everything from her personal relationships to the absurdities of society. Check out her DC Improv debut this winter.

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Admission Policies

• Patrons must be 18 or older to attend events or classes at the DC Improv. Any exceptions are clearly noted in the event descriptions on dcimprov.com.
• There is a two-item minimum per ticket. This can be any combination of food items or beverages. Bottled water and soft drinks count as items.

Seating Policies

• For our main showroom, the first show of any night is the "early" show. All other shows are "late" shows. Early shows are seated by time of arrival. The earlier you arrive at the club, the greater your seating options will be. Late shows have assigned seating, and assignments are made in order of ticket purchase. The earlier you buy tickets, the better your seats will be (i.e. closer to the stage).
• For our lounge, all shows regardless of start time are seated by time of arrival.

March 2-3 (Saturday and Sunday), 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. each day with a one-hour lunch break

Spend two days working and learning with Kevin McDonald, a co-founder of the legendary sketch troupe "The Kids in the Hall." Kevin will help you and your classmates write, rehearse and perform sketch comedy.

Some notes from Kevin:

Each student needs to bring a fully charged laptop to the class. During the first day of the workshop, each student will be writing a sketch in class.

On Saturday, each student arrives with a one-line premise for a comedy sketch, such as "What if a guy was kicked out of the KKK for being an asshole?" I will start the class with a short talk about writing and turning premises into full sketches. Then I will hear everyone's premise. And after each premise, the class and I will give short, happy, loving notes. Then it will probably be lunch time. After lunch, all the students take their notes and premises and write a sketch. They have an hour and a half to do so. Once that's done, we will read all the sketches, and I (and just I, in the interest of time) will give shorter, happy, loving notes.

That night, the homework is to re-write your sketch.

On Sunday, after I talk about writing comedy sketches for a shorter amount of time, we read all the revised sketches, with me giving a couple of notes after each one. Then I choose 3 to 5 sketches and cast them, making sure that everyone is in at least one scene. We rehearse each scene, one at a time. At the end of the day, we will put on a run-through so everyone can see scenes that were just one-line premises the day before. And that's the workshop. Oh ya - there is lunch on Sunday too ... of course.

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All sales are final. There are no refunds or exchanges.

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Admission Policies

• Patrons must be 18 or older to attend events or classes at the DC Improv. Any exceptions are clearly noted in the event descriptions on dcimprov.com.
• There is a two-item minimum per ticket. This can be any combination of food items or beverages. Bottled water and soft drinks count as items.

Seating Policies

• For our main showroom, the first show of any night is the "early" show. All other shows are "late" shows. Early shows are seated by time of arrival. The earlier you arrive at the club, the greater your seating options will be. Late shows have assigned seating, and assignments are made in order of ticket purchase. The earlier you buy tickets, the better your seats will be (i.e. closer to the stage).
• For our lounge, all shows regardless of start time are seated by time of arrival.

This show is open to anyone age 13 or older.

One of YouTube's first big stars, Christine Gambito built up a big following as "HappySlip." Her videos celebrating and poking fun at Filipino-American culture have been viewed millions of times. Now she prefers to take her one woman show and perform LIVE for audiences -- which is reminiscent of how she got her start. At family functions, she started performing comedy at a young age when her mom would request for her to do impressions of the family. Other cousins had to play piano, or sing. Christine had to stand up and do "imitation on demand". Unbeknownst to Christine, those were her early days of stand up comedy.

Check out her DC Improv debut this March!

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All sales are final. There are no refunds or exchanges.

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Admission Policies

• Patrons must be 13 or older to attend this show. (This is an exception to the DC Improv's usual 18+ age requirement.)
• There is a two-item minimum per ticket. This can be any combination of food items or beverages. Bottled water and soft drinks count as items.

Seating Policies

• For our main showroom, the first show of any night is the "early" show. All other shows are "late" shows. Early shows are seated by time of arrival. The earlier you arrive at the club, the greater your seating options will be. Late shows have assigned seating, and assignments are made in order of ticket purchase. The earlier you buy tickets, the better your seats will be (i.e. closer to the stage). Click here for a more detailed explanation of seating policies.
• For our lounge, all shows regardless of start time are seated by time of arrival.

One the great storytelling comedians, Bob has an endless supply of material about his family, his travels and his home state of Maine. We’re always wowed by his ability to give audiences something new, and his good-natured, blue-collar attitude. He still has cult-film cred from his role in "Boondock Saints" and he has made the circuit of all the late night shows. Come enjoy a DC Improv favorite.

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All sales are final. There are no refunds or exchanges.

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Admission Policies

• Patrons must be 18 or older to attend events or classes at the DC Improv. Any exceptions are clearly noted in the event descriptions on dcimprov.com.
• There is a two-item minimum per ticket. This can be any combination of food items or beverages. Bottled water and soft drinks count as items.

Seating Policies

• For our main showroom, the first show of any night is the "early" show. All other shows are "late" shows. Early shows are seated by time of arrival. The earlier you arrive at the club, the greater your seating options will be. Late shows have assigned seating, and assignments are made in order of ticket purchase. The earlier you buy tickets, the better your seats will be (i.e. closer to the stage).
• For our lounge, all shows regardless of start time are seated by time of arrival.

Saturdays, March 9 - April 13 (off 4/6), 2 - 4:30 p.m.

We will build on the principles of "yes and," active listening, observation, structure and support to expand how we approach scenes and play at the top of our intelligence. We will focus on bringing presence into scenes, finding the funny or game within the scene, honing characters and relationships. Also, we will explore key elements such as emotional reactions and heightening and creating rich environments through realistic object work. Finally, we will deepen your improvisational scene intelligence by learning baseline long-form techniques including walk ons, tag-outs, split screens, dynamic group scenes, and other tools to take your improv skills to the next level. Click here to learn more about Chris’ other classes.

Prerequisite: Level 1 and Level 2 Improv, or permission of the instructor. Tuition for this class is $250. Once payment is made, there are no refunds, exchanges or cancellations. All classes are 18 and over.

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All sales are final. There are no refunds or exchanges.

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Admission Policies

• Patrons must be 18 or older to attend events or classes at the DC Improv. Any exceptions are clearly noted in the event descriptions on dcimprov.com.
• There is a two-item minimum per ticket. This can be any combination of food items or beverages. Bottled water and soft drinks count as items. (The two-item minimum does not apply to comedy classes.)

Seating Policies

• For our main showroom, the first show of any night is the "early" show. All other shows are "late" shows. Early shows are seated by time of arrival. The earlier you arrive at the club, the greater your seating options will be. Late shows have assigned seating, and assignments are made in order of ticket purchase. The earlier you buy tickets, the better your seats will be (i.e. closer to the stage). Click here for a more detailed explanation of seating policies.
• For our lounge, all shows regardless of start time are seated by time of arrival.

Come out and wordplay! The DMV's very own pun contest has its very own spin-off. The night is hosted by Dana Fleitman and consists of two events:

The Remix: In a Pun DMV "Freestyle" competition people deliver pun-filled solo speeches built around a single punning theme. The Remix is for everything else. This event is open to teams, one to three people in size. Perform a sketch, sing a song, do a PowerPoint presentation, improve on a classic movie scene, show us a video you prepared in advance, bust out some props. Whatever you do, just make your presentation punderful, and no more than 4-5 minutes in length. E-mail chris@dcimprov.com if you want to compete, or if you have any questions about participating in this event.

The Tournament: An on-the-spot punning tournament featuring up to 20 people. At the start of each match, contestants are given a theme. They then take turns making up puns on the spot. People are eliminated when they're stumped. The last person standing moves on to the next round (or victory)! Anyone in attendance can compete, and you can sign up on site when you arrive.

The winners of either contest get prizes from the Improv (and eternal glory)!

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All sales are final. There are no refunds or exchanges.

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Admission Policies

• Patrons must be 18 or older to attend events or classes at the DC Improv. Any exceptions are clearly noted in the event descriptions on dcimprov.com.
• There is a two-item minimum per ticket. This can be any combination of food items or beverages. Bottled water and soft drinks count as items.

Seating Policies

• For our main showroom, the first show of any night is the "early" show. All other shows are "late" shows. Early shows are seated by time of arrival. The earlier you arrive at the club, the greater your seating options will be. Late shows have assigned seating, and assignments are made in order of ticket purchase. The earlier you buy tickets, the better your seats will be (i.e. closer to the stage).
• For our lounge, all shows regardless of start time are seated by time of arrival.

You know Michelle, whether it’s from her famous appearance at the White House Correspondents Dinner, her 2018 Netflix series, her HBO special or her ever-growing list of late-night comedy credits. She’s back in the nation’s capital this winter, headlining the Improv for a second year in a row. Come see one of comedy’s biggest new stars up close.

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All sales are final. There are no refunds or exchanges.

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Admission Policies

• Patrons must be 18 or older to attend events or classes at the DC Improv. Any exceptions are clearly noted in the event descriptions on dcimprov.com.
• There is a two-item minimum per ticket. This can be any combination of food items or beverages. Bottled water and soft drinks count as items. (The two-item minimum does not apply to comedy classes.)

Seating Policies

• For our main showroom, the first show of any night is the "early" show. All other shows are "late" shows. Early shows are seated by time of arrival. The earlier you arrive at the club, the greater your seating options will be. Late shows have assigned seating, and assignments are made in order of ticket purchase. The earlier you buy tickets, the better your seats will be (i.e. closer to the stage). Click here for a more detailed explanation of seating policies.
• For our lounge, all shows regardless of start time are seated by time of arrival.

Taylor is a star on the rise. One of the youngest headliners on the comedy club circuit, she has already been featured in a Netflix mini-special and made appearances on "Conan," "The Tonight Show" and "Last Comic Standing." Her stand-up is honest, fearless and fun -- she was one of our favorite acts from 2018. Check out her second headlining appearance with us this spring.

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All sales are final. There are no refunds or exchanges.

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Admission Policies

• Patrons must be 18 or older to attend events or classes at the DC Improv. Any exceptions are clearly noted in the event descriptions on dcimprov.com.
• There is a two-item minimum per ticket. This can be any combination of food items or beverages. Bottled water and soft drinks count as items.

Seating Policies

• For our main showroom, the first show of any night is the "early" show. All other shows are "late" shows. Early shows are seated by time of arrival. The earlier you arrive at the club, the greater your seating options will be. Late shows have assigned seating, and assignments are made in order of ticket purchase. The earlier you buy tickets, the better your seats will be (i.e. closer to the stage).
• For our lounge, all shows regardless of start time are seated by time of arrival.

DC Improv debut! Brendan Schaub’s first big break in live entertainment involved punching people in the face – in 2008 he was the runner-up on “The Ultimate Fighter.” He retired from MMA in 2015, but he’s not taking it easy: Brendan has now established himself as a comedy star. Millions of people listen to him every week on “The Fighter and the Kid” podcast, and you can see him performing stand-up this spring at DC’s top comedy spot.

VIP tickets include preferred seating and a post-show meet-and-greet / photo op.

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All sales are final. There are no refunds or exchanges.

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Admission Policies

• Patrons must be 18 or older to attend events or classes at the DC Improv. Any exceptions are clearly noted in the event descriptions on dcimprov.com.
• There is a two-item minimum per ticket. This can be any combination of food items or beverages. Bottled water and soft drinks count as items. (The two-item minimum does not apply to comedy classes.)

Seating Policies

• For our main showroom, the first show of any night is the "early" show. All other shows are "late" shows. Early shows are seated by time of arrival. The earlier you arrive at the club, the greater your seating options will be. Late shows have assigned seating, and assignments are made in order of ticket purchase. The earlier you buy tickets, the better your seats will be (i.e. closer to the stage). Click here for a more detailed explanation of seating policies.
• For our lounge, all shows regardless of start time are seated by time of arrival.

Brad's having another great year, with the debut of his new Netflix special as part of "The Degenerates." In 2019, he’s back at the Improv to headline a third time, bringing DC his anything-goes attitude and his unique perspective as a dwarf in modern America.

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All sales are final. There are no refunds or exchanges.

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Admission Policies

• Patrons must be 18 or older to attend events or classes at the DC Improv. Any exceptions are clearly noted in the event descriptions on dcimprov.com.
• There is a two-item minimum per ticket. This can be any combination of food items or beverages. Bottled water and soft drinks count as items. (The two-item minimum does not apply to comedy classes.)

Seating Policies

• For our main showroom, the first show of any night is the "early" show. All other shows are "late" shows. Early shows are seated by time of arrival. The earlier you arrive at the club, the greater your seating options will be. Late shows have assigned seating, and assignments are made in order of ticket purchase. The earlier you buy tickets, the better your seats will be (i.e. closer to the stage). Click here for a more detailed explanation of seating policies.
• For our lounge, all shows regardless of start time are seated by time of arrival.

Available: April 6-7 (Saturday and Sunday), 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. each day

Available: April 6-7 (Saturday and Sunday), 2 – 5 p.m. each day

This two-day workshop with Ali Farahnakian, a former SNL writer and founder of the Peoples Improv Theater, is for anyone who has thought about writing sketch comedy for stage or television. If you've got the ideas and want to know how to build a sketch, this class is for you. This class will demystify what an SNL sketch looks like, what a "packet" for SNL or other sketch shows consists of and what "readers" are looking for in a packet. Please note that each section is limited to 12 people and consists of a 3-hour session each day.

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All sales are final. There are no refunds or exchanges.

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Admission Policies

• Patrons must be 18 or older to attend events or classes at the DC Improv. Any exceptions are clearly noted in the event descriptions on dcimprov.com.
• There is a two-item minimum per ticket. This can be any combination of food items or beverages. Bottled water and soft drinks count as items. (The two-item minimum does not apply to comedy classes.)

Seating Policies

• For our main showroom, the first show of any night is the "early" show. All other shows are "late" shows. Early shows are seated by time of arrival. The earlier you arrive at the club, the greater your seating options will be. Late shows have assigned seating, and assignments are made in order of ticket purchase. The earlier you buy tickets, the better your seats will be (i.e. closer to the stage). Click here for a more detailed explanation of seating policies.
• For our lounge, all shows regardless of start time are seated by time of arrival.

The ’stache is no longer secret. Erik has been a stand-up stand-out for years, and he keeps reaching new fans through his acting jobs – you’ve seen him on “Workaholics,” “I’m Dying Up Here” and lots more. Come check out one of the most original voices working in comedy today, as he returns to the DC Improv.

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All sales are final. There are no refunds or exchanges.

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Admission Policies

• Patrons must be 18 or older to attend events or classes at the DC Improv. Any exceptions are clearly noted in the event descriptions on dcimprov.com.
• There is a two-item minimum per ticket. This can be any combination of food items or beverages. Bottled water and soft drinks count as items. (The two-item minimum does not apply to comedy classes.)

Seating Policies

• For our main showroom, the first show of any night is the "early" show. All other shows are "late" shows. Early shows are seated by time of arrival. The earlier you arrive at the club, the greater your seating options will be. Late shows have assigned seating, and assignments are made in order of ticket purchase. The earlier you buy tickets, the better your seats will be (i.e. closer to the stage). Click here for a more detailed explanation of seating policies.
• For our lounge, all shows regardless of start time are seated by time of arrival.

Ryan's cutting-edge pop-culture commentaries generated more than 100 million Internet views in 2016 alone. He spent a lot of 2017 and 2018 touring the country, performing stand-up comedy and winning over even more fans. (And of course, making more great videos.) Now he's coming back to the DC Improv this April for another headlining weekend.

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All sales are final. There are no refunds or exchanges.

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Admission Policies

• Patrons must be 18 or older to attend events or classes at the DC Improv. Any exceptions are clearly noted in the event descriptions on dcimprov.com.
• There is a two-item minimum per ticket. This can be any combination of food items or beverages. Bottled water and soft drinks count as items. (The two-item minimum does not apply to comedy classes.)

Seating Policies

• For our main showroom, the first show of any night is the "early" show. All other shows are "late" shows. Early shows are seated by time of arrival. The earlier you arrive at the club, the greater your seating options will be. Late shows have assigned seating, and assignments are made in order of ticket purchase. The earlier you buy tickets, the better your seats will be (i.e. closer to the stage). Click here for a more detailed explanation of seating policies.
• For our lounge, all shows regardless of start time are seated by time of arrival.

"The African King of Comedy" was born in Ghana, got his start in the comedy clubs of Philadelphia, and became a breakout star thanks to his performance in the movie “Next Friday.” His sketch comedy and stand-up routines have been crushing audiences for years. Come check him out this May, and find out what thousands and thousands of comedy fans already know: It’s one of the most entertaining live shows around.

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All sales are final. There are no refunds or exchanges.

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Admission Policies

• Patrons must be 18 or older to attend events or classes at the DC Improv. Any exceptions are clearly noted in the event descriptions on dcimprov.com.
• There is a two-item minimum per ticket. This can be any combination of food items or beverages. Bottled water and soft drinks count as items. (The two-item minimum does not apply to comedy classes.)

Seating Policies

• For our main showroom, the first show of any night is the "early" show. All other shows are "late" shows. Early shows are seated by time of arrival. The earlier you arrive at the club, the greater your seating options will be. Late shows have assigned seating, and assignments are made in order of ticket purchase. The earlier you buy tickets, the better your seats will be (i.e. closer to the stage). Click here for a more detailed explanation of seating policies.
• For our lounge, all shows regardless of start time are seated by time of arrival.

Energy and honesty have made Gary into one of the most popular touring comics in America. He’s also a crossover act unlike any you’ve ever seen – he was the first Caucasian to star in a BET show, and he once won the title of “Funniest Black Comic in San Diego.” Gary is no stranger to concert halls, but this summer he’s coming back for another run at the DC Improv – so take advantage of this opportunity to get up close with a comedy superstar.

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All sales are final. There are no refunds or exchanges.

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Admission Policies

• Patrons must be 18 or older to attend events or classes at the DC Improv. Any exceptions are clearly noted in the event descriptions on dcimprov.com.
• There is a two-item minimum per ticket. This can be any combination of food items or beverages. Bottled water and soft drinks count as items. (The two-item minimum does not apply to comedy classes.)

Seating Policies

• For our main showroom, the first show of any night is the "early" show. All other shows are "late" shows. Early shows are seated by time of arrival. The earlier you arrive at the club, the greater your seating options will be. Late shows have assigned seating, and assignments are made in order of ticket purchase. The earlier you buy tickets, the better your seats will be (i.e. closer to the stage). Click here for a more detailed explanation of seating policies.
• For our lounge, all shows regardless of start time are seated by time of arrival.

Christina is a quadruple threat. She's a wildly popular podcaster, hosting "Your Mom's House" and "That's Deep, Bro." She's a great touring stand-up with two Netflix specials to her name -- The Degenerates and Christina P: Mother Inferior. She's a reality TV veteran, with appearances on MTV, VH1 and TBS. And now she might be on her way to becoming a sitcom star, because CBS is working on a new show with Christina and her husband, Tom Segura. Check out one of the busiest women in showbusiness, making her first DC Improv appearance since 2016.

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All sales are final. There are no refunds or exchanges.

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Admission Policies

• Patrons must be 18 or older to attend events or classes at the DC Improv. Any exceptions are clearly noted in the event descriptions on dcimprov.com.
• There is a two-item minimum per ticket. This can be any combination of food items or beverages. Bottled water and soft drinks count as items.

Seating Policies

• For our main showroom, the first show of any night is the "early" show. All other shows are "late" shows. Early shows are seated by time of arrival. The earlier you arrive at the club, the greater your seating options will be. Late shows have assigned seating, and assignments are made in order of ticket purchase. The earlier you buy tickets, the better your seats will be (i.e. closer to the stage).
• For our lounge, all shows regardless of start time are seated by time of arrival.