May 18

Iain Stirling

Special Event

Iain Stirling

BAFTA-winning comedian Iain Stirling is best known as the acclaimed and iconic voice of the hit reality shows Love Island (ITV2) and spin off series Love Island USA (Peacock). He appeared on series 8 of Taskmaster (C4/Dave), Live at The Apollo (BBC), he also hosted seven series of ITV2’s comedy entertainment show, CelebAbility. Currently Iain hosts Murder They Wrote, a hit UK true-crime podcast alongside his wife, Laura Whitmore, on BBC Sounds as well as his own panel show, Iain Stirling’s Roast The Internet, on Comedy Central.

Iain wrote, created and starred in two series of his own comedy sitcom, Buffering (ITV2) and his first stand-up special Failing Upwards launched on Amazon Prime Video in over 200 countries and territories. In 2024 Iain hit the roads of the UK and Ireland with his show Relevant, with extra shows added in 2025 due to popular demand.

Iain has an impressive and extensive list of TV credits, including, The Lateish Show with Mo Gilligan, Celebrity Gogglebox (Channel 4), Richard Osman’s House of Games (BBC2), Blankety Blank, Michael McIntyre’s The Wheel (BBC1), Rod Gilbert’s Growing Pains (Comedy Central), The Great British Bake Off: An Extra Slice (Channel 4), The Russell Howard Hour (Sky Max), Comedians Watching Football with Friends (Sky One), The Jonathan Ross Show, The Chase: Celebrity Special, Celebrity Catchphrase (ITV), Pointless Celebrities, Saturday Kitchen, The One Show (BBC1), The Comedy Bus, Russell Howard’s Stand Up Central, The Chris Ramsey Show, Drunk History, and The Comedy Store (Comedy Central).

Iain co-wrote and hosted six series of the comedy panel show The Dog Ate My Homework (CBBC) which saw him win 2018’s RTS Scotland’s On Screen Personality and 2017’s Children’s BAFTA Best Presenter Award.

As a football fan Iain has regularly commentated on UNICEFs Soccer Aid annual appeal. He is also the author of the book Not Ready to Adult Yet which was published through HarperCollins, along with a companion podcast of the same name.

Presale Code

On sale to the general public October 2 at 10 a.m.

Comedian and iconic voice of Love Island UK & USA Iain Stirling brings his critically acclaimed comedy to the US in 2027. Returning to LA and NY after sell-out shows in 2026 and visiting a number of cities for the first time, the show is packed with hilarious bite, observational humor, and Scottish charm that’s made him a global fan favorite.

Soon to be appearing on the new season of Traitors US, Iain can also be seen and heard on Taskmaster, The Kelly Clarkson Show, Watch What Happens Live with Andy Cohen, Murder They Wrote Podcast and Live at The Apollo.


All sales are final. Refunds and exchanges are offered only when a show is canceled or rescheduled.


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.

BAFTA-winning comedian Iain Stirling is best known as the acclaimed and iconic voice of the hit reality shows Love Island (ITV2) and spin off series Love Island USA (Peacock). He appeared on series 8 of Taskmaster (C4/Dave), Live at The Apollo (BBC), he also hosted seven series of ITV2’s comedy entertainment show, CelebAbility. Currently Iain hosts Murder They Wrote, a hit UK true-crime podcast alongside his wife, Laura Whitmore, on BBC Sounds as well as his own panel show, Iain Stirling’s Roast The Internet, on Comedy Central.

Iain wrote, created and starred in two series of his own comedy sitcom, Buffering (ITV2) and his first stand-up special Failing Upwards launched on Amazon Prime Video in over 200 countries and territories. In 2024 Iain hit the roads of the UK and Ireland with his show Relevant, with extra shows added in 2025 due to popular demand.

Iain has an impressive and extensive list of TV credits, including, The Lateish Show with Mo Gilligan, Celebrity Gogglebox (Channel 4), Richard Osman’s House of Games (BBC2), Blankety Blank, Michael McIntyre’s The Wheel (BBC1), Rod Gilbert’s Growing Pains (Comedy Central), The Great British Bake Off: An Extra Slice (Channel 4), The Russell Howard Hour (Sky Max), Comedians Watching Football with Friends (Sky One), The Jonathan Ross Show, The Chase: Celebrity Special, Celebrity Catchphrase (ITV), Pointless Celebrities, Saturday Kitchen, The One Show (BBC1), The Comedy Bus, Russell Howard’s Stand Up Central, The Chris Ramsey Show, Drunk History, and The Comedy Store (Comedy Central).

Iain co-wrote and hosted six series of the comedy panel show The Dog Ate My Homework (CBBC) which saw him win 2018’s RTS Scotland’s On Screen Personality and 2017’s Children’s BAFTA Best Presenter Award.

As a football fan Iain has regularly commentated on UNICEFs Soccer Aid annual appeal. He is also the author of the book Not Ready to Adult Yet which was published through HarperCollins, along with a companion podcast of the same name.