Michael Rowland

DC Improv debut! Michael Rowland stars as Shred in the hit FOX comedy “Animal Control,” alongside Joel McHale. Originally from Atlanta, the New York-based stand-up comedian and actor is known for his unique take on life. Michael’s comedy is as grounded as it is unpredictable, blending southern warmth with the edge of NYC’s comedy scene. His laid-back style and genuine personality make every performance unforgettable.

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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 or VIP tickets, if your party does not fill an entire table, you may be sharing a table with other patrons.

Michael Rowland stars as Shred in the hit FOX comedy “Animal Control,” alongside Joel McHale. Originally from Atlanta, he is a New York-based stand-up comedian and actor. He made his late-night TV debut on "The Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon" and in 2022 he was honored as a New Face at the Just For Laughs Comedy Festival in Montreal. He’s been featured multiple times on “This Week at the Comedy Cellar” on Comedy Central, as well as “Stupid Questions” with Chris DiStefano and “Pause with Sam Jay” on HBOMax. He also has a feature set for Comedy Central Digital, and in 2019 he was a finalist in the "New York's Funniest Stand Up" competition for New York Comedy Festival. Known for his unique take on life, Michael’s comedy is as grounded as it is unpredictable, blending southern warmth with the edge of NYC’s comedy scene. Whether he’s cracking up audiences at the Comedy Cellar in New York or on his sitcom “Animal Control,” Michael’s laid-back style and genuine personality make every performance unforgettable.