Ego Death with Lauren Michaels, Courtney Bee, Papp Johnson, Dave Yates, Handren Seavey, Leah Knauer, Bear Badeaux, Joy Mamey, Maggie Faris!

Fri Apr 4 2025

7:30 PM (Doors 7:00 PM)

Hollywood Improv (The Lab)

8162 Melrose Avenue Hollywood, CA 90046

Hollywood Improv (The Lab)

8162 Melrose Avenue Hollywood, CA 90046

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Ages 21+

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Ego Death is an experience! The bravest comedians bear their vulnerability through shocking and embarrassing stories, then reveal themselves further in a strong spectacle of blind karaoke. They're gonna kill the crowd, but first they gotta kill their egos!

DO NOT PURCHASE TICKETS FROM ANYONE OR ANY OTHER SITE OTHER THAN IMPROV.COM 

TICKET RESALE IS STRICTLY PROHIBITED.

TICKETS SUSPECTED OF BEING PURCHASED FOR THE SOLE PURPOSE OF RESELLING MAY BE CANCELLED AT THE DISCRETION OF THE HOLLYWOOD IMPROV.

EVENT INFO:

There is a two-item minimum purchase requirement in the showroom for all guests. 

Seating is general admission, first-come, first-served, with the exception of groups and premium booths.

No cell phone use, photography or video recording is permitted during  performances.

All sales are final.

MISCELLANOUS:

For group sales info, e-mail our Events Manager to learn about special  menu options and reserved seating.

Additional questions may be addressed in our Frequently Asked  Questions.

For further assistance, contact Hollywood Improv.

Ego Death with Lauren Michaels, Courtney Bee, Papp Johnson, Dave Yates, Handren Seavey, Leah Knauer, Bear Badeaux, Joy Mamey, Maggie Faris!

  • Lauren Michaels

    Lauren Michaels

    Stand-up

    Lauren Michaels is a dynamic actor and comedienne who was born and raised in Dayton, OH. A graduate of NYU TSOA and The Second City, she flourished in sketch and improv, which led her to direct her first comedy short, "A.I. Vibrator." Lauren has been standing up across LA's comedy clubs, including Roast Battles at The Comedy Store and The Ontario Improv. 
    In 2022 she created the Ego Death event, encouraging comedians to have fun through stories and songs, and now she is happy to see it flourish at the Lab, and soon another city near you!
    When she isn't inducing LOLs, she's riding her bicycle throughout Los Angeles-- watch out for her!
     
    Follow on IG @lorangemic 
  • Papp Johnson

    Papp Johnson

    Comedy


    Apr. 15th, 2010 Papp Johnson touched the stage for the first time and changed comedy forever by winning Sony’s Death at a funeral stand up competition while sitting down. Instead he stood on his incredible storytelliing ability and punchlines that would later carry him onward to Los Angeles, CA. where his legend grew even bigger with several festival appearances (SF Sketchfest, Treefort Comedy Festival, 1865 festival) And if you think he looks fimilar it might be from one of his many commercials with Dunkin Donuts, Samsung, Fox sports or one of his appearances on “That Damn Michael Che” or “Wu-Tang: An American Saga”. No matter what or where you’ve seen him there is no denying that Papp Johnson’s art is timeless.
  • Courtney Bee

    Courtney Bee

    Comedy

    Courtney Bee is a star on the New York City comedy scene. With her rich experiences developed in her hometown of Detroit Michigan, her hilarious wit, aggressive punch lines and every day observations keep audiences laughing and entertained around the country. Participating in comedy festivals such as the Black Women in Comedy and Rhode Island Comedy Festivals she also opens up for Michael Che and Dulce Sloan. She can be seen on Season 2 of “That Damn Michael Che” show and Season 18 of Wild N’ Out.  Having been featured in national commercials, television shows and campaigns, Courtney is a rising comedic presence ready for her next big opportunity. 
  • Dave Yates

    Dave Yates

    Comedy

    Dave Yates is a Los Angeles based writer, comedian & actor whose humor can be described as "a mix of wit and whimsy' as he details his adventures through life. Dave performs Stand Up Comedy nationally while also selling his wildly successful Ha Ha Hot Sauce. He is a current staff writer for Dumpster Fire with Bridget Phetasy and creator of the nationally successful Wook Comedy Show

    His TV appearances include Amazon's Laugh After Dark, Rain Wilson's SoulPancake Network and Kendra On Top on WeTV. He has appeared nationally in comedy festivals including SLO Comedy Fest and the prestigious Gilda's LaughFest. In addition, Dave's highly regarded album "One Long Merch Pitch" is on regular rotation on SiriusXM

  • Handren Seavey

    Handren Seavey

    Comedy

    Originally from Maine, Handren came up through the Boston comedy scene before moving to Los Angeles. In 2023 he put out his first comedy special “XI YRS” with Four By Three productions. He’s also been featured on VetTV and Roast Battle and is a regular at the Hollywood Improv.
  • Leah Knauer

    Leah Knauer

    Other Arts & Theater

  • Bear Badeaux

    Bear Badeaux

    Stand-up

    Bear Badeaux is a southern actor and comedian who produces the off the wall, wrestling inspired, traveling show “Mullet Time Comedy.”  Many recognize Bear from Roast Battle and Kill Tony, but he’s also starred in 2 Broke Girls, Black Jesus, Mind of Mencia, and more. Recently, you can catch him starring as Floyd in the award winning film Roving Woman now available on amazon. In 2024, it was his honor to work on the OnlyFans Roast of Whitney Cummings and Bert Kreischer. 
  • Joy Mamey

    Joy Mamey

    Stand-up

    Joy Mamey is a stand up comedian, singer and improviser born and raised in Los Angeles.  She's just been named the 2023 Master of the Masters at the Universal Studios Hollywood Tour and has been featured in the NBC Universal Showcase.  You can find her eating a slice of microwaved pizza in a recent commercial for CodeCademy. She's also written and self produced her sketch show at the Comedy Central Stage with  "Joy Mamey: First Woman President." She's a cancer survivor and cute AF, so follow @joymamey on Instagram and Tiktok. 
  • Maggie Faris

    Maggie Faris

    Stand-up

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This event is 21 and over. Any ticket holder unable to present valid identification indicating that they are at least 21 years of age will not be admitted to this event, and will not be eligible for a refund.

By purchasing tickets to this event, you are authorizing this charge and agreeing to our terms and conditions herein.



• ALL SALES ARE FINAL, unless the event is canceled.

• No refunds, transfers, or exchanges. Ticket resales are not permitted.

• Ticket prices and fees are “market-priced” and may fluctuate.

• Mandatory two-item minimum purchase per person in the showroom.

• No photography, videography, filming, or recording during the show.

• Valid photo ID and the credit card used for purchase are required to pick up tickets.

• No smoking or vaping.

• We reserve the right to deny/refuse entry to or remove parties who are deemed a distraction to other guests.
• We reserve the right to search personal items and may prohibit various items into the venue(s).

• All venues and Owner’s Representatives are not responsible for any lost, stolen, or damaged property.



Upon entry to our venue(s), (i) you hereby irrevocably grant the venue owner (Levity Live, LLC), and its parent(s), affiliates, subsidiaries, licensees, successors, and assigns (collectively, “Owner”) the right to photograph, record, film, and otherwise capture your image, voice, and likeness (collectively, “Footage”) and to own, license, assign, and/or use the Footage (and/or any portion thereof) in perpetuity, throughout the world in any and all media including, without limitation, in connection with any productions, programming, advertising, and promotion, subject to Owner’s sole discretion.



If any portion of these terms and conditions are found to be unenforceable, the remaining portion will remain in full force and effect. If we fail to enforce any of these Terms, it will not be considered a waiver of any of our rights. For more info: Terms

Ego Death with Lauren Michaels, Courtney Bee, Papp Johnson, Dave Yates, Handren Seavey, Leah Knauer, Bear Badeaux, Joy Mamey, Maggie Faris!

Fri Apr 4 2025 7:30 PM

(Doors 7:00 PM)

Hollywood Improv (The Lab) Hollywood CA
Ego Death with Lauren Michaels, Courtney Bee, Papp Johnson, Dave Yates, Handren Seavey, Leah Knauer, Bear Badeaux, Joy Mamey, Maggie Faris!

See Tickets link for prices Ages 21+

Ego Death is an experience! The bravest comedians bear their vulnerability through shocking and embarrassing stories, then reveal themselves further in a strong spectacle of blind karaoke. They're gonna kill the crowd, but first they gotta kill their egos!

DO NOT PURCHASE TICKETS FROM ANYONE OR ANY OTHER SITE OTHER THAN IMPROV.COM 

TICKET RESALE IS STRICTLY PROHIBITED.

TICKETS SUSPECTED OF BEING PURCHASED FOR THE SOLE PURPOSE OF RESELLING MAY BE CANCELLED AT THE DISCRETION OF THE HOLLYWOOD IMPROV.

EVENT INFO:

There is a two-item minimum purchase requirement in the showroom for all guests. 

Seating is general admission, first-come, first-served, with the exception of groups and premium booths.

No cell phone use, photography or video recording is permitted during  performances.

All sales are final.

MISCELLANOUS:

For group sales info, e-mail our Events Manager to learn about special  menu options and reserved seating.

Additional questions may be addressed in our Frequently Asked  Questions.

For further assistance, contact Hollywood Improv.

Lauren Michaels is a dynamic actor and comedienne who was born and raised in Dayton, OH. A graduate of NYU TSOA and The Second City, she flourished in sketch and improv, which led her to direct her first comedy short, "A.I. Vibrator." Lauren has been standing up across LA's comedy clubs, including Roast Battles at The Comedy Store and The Ontario Improv. 
In 2022 she created the Ego Death event, encouraging comedians to have fun through stories and songs, and now she is happy to see it flourish at the Lab, and soon another city near you!
When she isn't inducing LOLs, she's riding her bicycle throughout Los Angeles-- watch out for her!
 
Follow on IG @lorangemic 

Apr. 15th, 2010 Papp Johnson touched the stage for the first time and changed comedy forever by winning Sony’s Death at a funeral stand up competition while sitting down. Instead he stood on his incredible storytelliing ability and punchlines that would later carry him onward to Los Angeles, CA. where his legend grew even bigger with several festival appearances (SF Sketchfest, Treefort Comedy Festival, 1865 festival) And if you think he looks fimilar it might be from one of his many commercials with Dunkin Donuts, Samsung, Fox sports or one of his appearances on “That Damn Michael Che” or “Wu-Tang: An American Saga”. No matter what or where you’ve seen him there is no denying that Papp Johnson’s art is timeless.
Courtney Bee is a star on the New York City comedy scene. With her rich experiences developed in her hometown of Detroit Michigan, her hilarious wit, aggressive punch lines and every day observations keep audiences laughing and entertained around the country. Participating in comedy festivals such as the Black Women in Comedy and Rhode Island Comedy Festivals she also opens up for Michael Che and Dulce Sloan. She can be seen on Season 2 of “That Damn Michael Che” show and Season 18 of Wild N’ Out.  Having been featured in national commercials, television shows and campaigns, Courtney is a rising comedic presence ready for her next big opportunity. 

Dave Yates is a Los Angeles based writer, comedian & actor whose humor can be described as "a mix of wit and whimsy' as he details his adventures through life. Dave performs Stand Up Comedy nationally while also selling his wildly successful Ha Ha Hot Sauce. He is a current staff writer for Dumpster Fire with Bridget Phetasy and creator of the nationally successful Wook Comedy Show

His TV appearances include Amazon's Laugh After Dark, Rain Wilson's SoulPancake Network and Kendra On Top on WeTV. He has appeared nationally in comedy festivals including SLO Comedy Fest and the prestigious Gilda's LaughFest. In addition, Dave's highly regarded album "One Long Merch Pitch" is on regular rotation on SiriusXM

Originally from Maine, Handren came up through the Boston comedy scene before moving to Los Angeles. In 2023 he put out his first comedy special “XI YRS” with Four By Three productions. He’s also been featured on VetTV and Roast Battle and is a regular at the Hollywood Improv.
Bear Badeaux is a southern actor and comedian who produces the off the wall, wrestling inspired, traveling show “Mullet Time Comedy.”  Many recognize Bear from Roast Battle and Kill Tony, but he’s also starred in 2 Broke Girls, Black Jesus, Mind of Mencia, and more. Recently, you can catch him starring as Floyd in the award winning film Roving Woman now available on amazon. In 2024, it was his honor to work on the OnlyFans Roast of Whitney Cummings and Bert Kreischer. 
Joy Mamey is a stand up comedian, singer and improviser born and raised in Los Angeles.  She's just been named the 2023 Master of the Masters at the Universal Studios Hollywood Tour and has been featured in the NBC Universal Showcase.  You can find her eating a slice of microwaved pizza in a recent commercial for CodeCademy. She's also written and self produced her sketch show at the Comedy Central Stage with  "Joy Mamey: First Woman President." She's a cancer survivor and cute AF, so follow @joymamey on Instagram and Tiktok. 

Please correct the information below.

Select ticket quantity.

Select Tickets

Ages 21+
limit 4 per person
General Admission
Host-Escorted Seating
GA Ticket for 1 | Admits 1
$19.04 ($15.00 + $4.04 fees)

Delivery Method

Will Call

Terms & Conditions

This event is 21 and over. Any ticket holder unable to present valid identification indicating that they are at least 21 years of age will not be admitted to this event, and will not be eligible for a refund. By purchasing tickets to this event, you are authorizing this charge and agreeing to our terms and conditions herein.



• ALL SALES ARE FINAL, unless the event is canceled.

• No refunds, transfers, or exchanges. Ticket resales are not permitted.

• Ticket prices and fees are “market-priced” and may fluctuate.

• Mandatory two-item minimum purchase per person in the showroom.

• No photography, videography, filming, or recording during the show.

• Valid photo ID and the credit card used for purchase are required to pick up tickets.

• No smoking or vaping.

• We reserve the right to deny/refuse entry to or remove parties who are deemed a distraction to other guests.
• We reserve the right to search personal items and may prohibit various items into the venue(s).

• All venues and Owner’s Representatives are not responsible for any lost, stolen, or damaged property.



Upon entry to our venue(s), (i) you hereby irrevocably grant the venue owner (Levity Live, LLC), and its parent(s), affiliates, subsidiaries, licensees, successors, and assigns (collectively, “Owner”) the right to photograph, record, film, and otherwise capture your image, voice, and likeness (collectively, “Footage”) and to own, license, assign, and/or use the Footage (and/or any portion thereof) in perpetuity, throughout the world in any and all media including, without limitation, in connection with any productions, programming, advertising, and promotion, subject to Owner’s sole discretion.



If any portion of these terms and conditions are found to be unenforceable, the remaining portion will remain in full force and effect. If we fail to enforce any of these Terms, it will not be considered a waiver of any of our rights. For more info: Terms