Nicole Byer
Nicole Byer
Nicole Byer is one of the most versatile voices in the comedy landscape today. An actress, comedian, writer, author and podcaster, she is perhaps most well-known as the host of Netflix’s Emmy nominated competition baking series "Nailed It!," which has gained a cult following of viewers since its premiere on the streaming platform in 2018. In 2020, Nicole made history by becoming the first black woman ever to be nominated in the category of “Outstanding Host for A Reality or Competition Program” and was nominated again in 2021 and 2022. The series premiered its seventh season in October 2022. Nicole can be seen in her debut solo stand-up special for Netflix, "Nicole Byer: Big Beautiful Weirdo," and the NBC comedy "Grand Crew." She is also co-host alongside John Cena for TBS’ "Wipeout" and hosted the 2022 Critics Choice Awards with Taye Diggs. She lends her voice to several characters on Adult Swim’s "Tuca & Bertie," as Suzie Carmichael’s mom Lucy on Paramount+’s "Rugrats," Netflix animated film "Vivo," Amazon’s "Invincible" and TZGZ’s "The Pole." Nicole is also known for her standout appearances on MTV’s hit show "Girl Code," a female-driven comedy series that opens the dialogue for the wonders and woes of womanhood.
Listeners can hear Nicole on four different podcasts, the fan-favorite being her popular weekly, award winning, podcast "Why Won’t You Date Me?," which sees her inviting friends and guests to discuss their dating lives all while trying to figure out her own. In 2021 the podcast moved under the TeamCoco banner and Nicole won the 2021 iHeart Radio Podcast award for best Female Host for the show. She also co-hosts "Best Friends" with Sasheer Zamata, "Newcomers" with Lauren Lapkus and "90 Day Bae" with Marcy Jarreau. Her book, "#VERYFAT #VERYBRAVE: The Fat Girl’s Guide to Being #Brave and Not a Dejected, Melancholy, Down-in-the-Dumps Weeping Fat Girl in a Bikini," was published by Andrews McMeel in June 2020. In it, she shares her impressive bikini collection, tips on learning how to embrace your body and her overall journey to becoming a #brave badass.
Nicole can be seen in Comedy Central’s "Cursed Friends" alongside Harvey Guillén, Jessica Lowe, and Andrew Lewis Caldwell. You can also find Nicole in the immersive comedy special "Surrounded" presented by Just for Laughs.
Nicole is an Upright Citizens Brigade alum who continues to cement her status as a force in standup by regularly performing in cities across the country. Previously, she received national attention for her web series "Pursuit of Sexiness," which she co-created and starred in alongside friend and fellow comic Sasheer Zamata. The series followed the adventures of two broke, single, and adorably self-absorbed young women trying to find a good guy in New York City. Her additional film and television work includes "Loosely Exactly Nicole," "Mike and Dave Need Wedding Dates," "Lady Dynamite," "Party Over Here," "BoJack Horseman," and "30 Rock."
Nicole currently resides in Los Angeles.
If you have a screen somewhere in your house, you've seen or heard Nicole. She's the host of a Netflix baking show and the TBS hit "Wipeout," the voice of countless cartoon characters, a favorite guest star on tons of TV shows and a first-rate comedy panelist. All that AND she's a great stand-up. Join us for her third visit to the DC Improv!
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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.
- 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.
Nicole Byer is one of the most versatile voices in the comedy landscape today. An actress, comedian, writer, author and podcaster, she is perhaps most well-known as the host of Netflix’s Emmy nominated competition baking series "Nailed It!," which has gained a cult following of viewers since its premiere on the streaming platform in 2018. In 2020, Nicole made history by becoming the first black woman ever to be nominated in the category of “Outstanding Host for A Reality or Competition Program” and was nominated again in 2021 and 2022. The series premiered its seventh season in October 2022. Nicole can be seen in her debut solo stand-up special for Netflix, "Nicole Byer: Big Beautiful Weirdo," and the NBC comedy "Grand Crew." She is also co-host alongside John Cena for TBS’ "Wipeout" and hosted the 2022 Critics Choice Awards with Taye Diggs. She lends her voice to several characters on Adult Swim’s "Tuca & Bertie," as Suzie Carmichael’s mom Lucy on Paramount+’s "Rugrats," Netflix animated film "Vivo," Amazon’s "Invincible" and TZGZ’s "The Pole." Nicole is also known for her standout appearances on MTV’s hit show "Girl Code," a female-driven comedy series that opens the dialogue for the wonders and woes of womanhood.
Listeners can hear Nicole on four different podcasts, the fan-favorite being her popular weekly, award winning, podcast "Why Won’t You Date Me?," which sees her inviting friends and guests to discuss their dating lives all while trying to figure out her own. In 2021 the podcast moved under the TeamCoco banner and Nicole won the 2021 iHeart Radio Podcast award for best Female Host for the show. She also co-hosts "Best Friends" with Sasheer Zamata, "Newcomers" with Lauren Lapkus and "90 Day Bae" with Marcy Jarreau. Her book, "#VERYFAT #VERYBRAVE: The Fat Girl’s Guide to Being #Brave and Not a Dejected, Melancholy, Down-in-the-Dumps Weeping Fat Girl in a Bikini," was published by Andrews McMeel in June 2020. In it, she shares her impressive bikini collection, tips on learning how to embrace your body and her overall journey to becoming a #brave badass.
Nicole can be seen in Comedy Central’s "Cursed Friends" alongside Harvey Guillén, Jessica Lowe, and Andrew Lewis Caldwell. You can also find Nicole in the immersive comedy special "Surrounded" presented by Just for Laughs.
Nicole is an Upright Citizens Brigade alum who continues to cement her status as a force in standup by regularly performing in cities across the country. Previously, she received national attention for her web series "Pursuit of Sexiness," which she co-created and starred in alongside friend and fellow comic Sasheer Zamata. The series followed the adventures of two broke, single, and adorably self-absorbed young women trying to find a good guy in New York City. Her additional film and television work includes "Loosely Exactly Nicole," "Mike and Dave Need Wedding Dates," "Lady Dynamite," "Party Over Here," "BoJack Horseman," and "30 Rock."
Nicole currently resides in Los Angeles.