Steph Tolev

Originally from Toronto, Steph Tolev has wowed audiences across the country with her "brash, self-deprecating, physical, silly and painfully real" comedy. Her high-octane performances even caught the attention of one of stand-up's biggest stars: Bill Burr included her in his "Friends Who Kill" Netflix special. Now she's bringing the energy to DC's favorite comedy stage -- join us Labor Day weekend for her DC Improv debut.

Netflix Special: Bill Burr Presents: Friends Who Kill (2022)

Instagram: @stephtolev

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Admission Policies

• Please note: An inherent risk of exposure to COVID-19 exists in any public place where people are present. Senior citizens and people with underlying medical conditions are especially vulnerable. By visiting our establishment, you voluntarily assume all risks related to exposure to COVID-19.
• Patrons must be 18 or older to attend events or classes at the DC Improv. Any exceptions are clearly noted in the event descriptions.
• 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. (The two-item minimum does not apply to comedy classes.)
• Coupons or passes for free admission cannot be used for a show listed as a "special event."

Seating Policies

• Matinees, the first show of any evening in our main showroom and all shows in our lounge showroom are seated by time of arrival. The earlier you arrive, the more options you'll have. Please note that the size of your party can affect what options are available to you, as certain tables and areas are designated for larger parties.
• "Late shows" in the main showroom have assigned seating. Assignments are made in order of ticket purchase. Generally speaking, the earlier you buy tickets, the closer you will be to the stage.
• If tickets are designated as being at a "reserved table," your party will have a table to itself. For general admission tickets, if your party does not fill an entire table, you may be sharing a table with other patrons.

Steph Tolev caught fire on the “Bill Burr Presents: Friends Who Kill” Netflix Special, that was taped as a part of the Netflix is a Joke Festival. She was named a "Comedian You Should and Will Know" by Vulture, which recognized her as one of Toronto’s funniest exports. She was featured on Comedy Central’s "The Ringers" stand-up series, and season two of "Unprotected Sets." Steph appears in the 2024 feature "Drugstore June," as well as "Old Dads" starring Bill Burr, Bobby Cannavale, and Bokeem Woodbine. She has appeared in Comedy Central’s "Corporate" and starred in an episode of the Sarah Silverman-produced "Please Understand Me." Steph has been well-received at festivals all over the world, she can be seen performing all around L.A., including The Comedy Store where she is a paid regular, and headlines clubs across the country.