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Tonight at the Improv ft. Bobby Lee, Judd Apatow, Donnell Rawlings, Drew Lynch, Will Burkart, Brian Monarch, and Leah Knauer!
Thu, 7 Aug, 7:30 PM PDT
Doors open
7:00 PM PDT
Hollywood Improv (The Main Room)
8162 Melrose Avenue, Hollywood, CA 90046
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Description
This show will be a phone-free experience. Use of cellphones, smart watches, smart accessories, cameras and recording devices will not be permitted in the performance space.
Upon arrival at the venue, all phones and smart watches will be secured in Yondr cases that will be opened at the end of the event. Guests maintain possession of their phones at all times, and can access their phones throughout the show at designated Phone Use Areas in the venue. All phones will be re-secured in Yondr cases before returning to the performance space.
Anyone seen using a cellphone during the performance will be escorted out of the venue. We appreciate your cooperation in creating a phone-free viewing experience.
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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.
Event Information
Age Limit
21+

Stand-up
Bobby Lee
Bobby Lee
Stand-up
Bobby Lee is best known for his numerous years as a cast member on MAD TV and his hit podcasts, BAD FRIENDS and TIGER BELLY, two of the top comedy podcasts in the world. A true embodiment of the term ‘multi-hyphenate,’ Bobby’s reach extends into the worlds of TV, Film, Stand-Up, Podcasting and more.
Well respected amongst his peers, Bobby frequently appears on podcasts hosted by fellow comedians including: YOUR MOM’S HOUSE with Tom Segura and Christina Pazsitsky, THIS PAST WEEKEND with Theo Von, FLAGRANT with Andrew Schulz, TWO BEARS ONE CAVE with Bert Kreischer and Tom Segura, and many more.
Bobby currently can be seen on AND JUST LIKE THAT, MAGNUM PI and RESERVATION DOGS. Bobby was a series regular on SPLITTING UP TOGETHER and ANIMAL PRACTICE. He has toured the country year-round with his hilariously unpredictable stand-up. In his past TV endeavors, Lee was a regular guest on E!’s CHELSEA LATELY, has appeared in CURB YOUR ENTHUSIASM, and has performed stand-up on both THE TONIGHT SHOW as well as PREMIUM BLEND. Lee also voiced Tim/Sumo in THE AWESOMES, Dr. Andre in INSIDE JOB and Tall Goon in WISH DRAGON. Bobby was a recurring guest on DVDASA in addition to Netflix's LOVE. Lee's film credits include THE THROWBACK, DRUGSTORE JUNE, DEATH AND RAMEN, THE WRONG MISSY, THE DICTATOR, PINEAPPLE EXPRESS and HAROLD & KUMAR GO TO WHITE CASTLE. With many projects currently in development, Bobby continues to thrill audiences with his immense talent.

Comedy
Judd Apatow
Judd Apatow
Comedy
Judd Apatow is an Emmy-winning screenwriter producer and director known for films like The 40-Year-Old Virgin Knocked Up and This Is 40.
He studied screenwriting and worked as a stand-up comedian before earning an Emmy for his writing on The Ben Stiller Show. He later created the critically acclaimed series Freaks and Geeks before going on to direct write and produce the smash 2005 movie The 40-Year-Old Virgin. In 2007 he helmed another hit Knocked Up and went on to direct the films Funny People andThis Is 40. Apatow has also worked as a producer and screenwriter for a number of other big-screen comedies and is an executive producer for the HBO series Girls.

Stand-up
Donnell Rawlings
Donnell Rawlings
Stand-up
Donnell Rawlings is a dynamic force in comedy, captivating audiences worldwide as a comedian, actor, and podcaster. Since the release of his Netflix special A New Day—produced by longtime collaborator Dave Chappelle—Rawlings has solidified his reputation as a comedy heavyweight. Chappelle himself praised him, saying: “I’ve been doing this a long time, and comedians like Donnell are not only friends but have inspired my own career. Anyone in the comedy community knows their names and knows their time to shine is long overdue. I am proud to be a part of this moment.”
Currently headlining his Black & Mild Tour, Donnell continues to sell out clubs and theaters across the U.S. and abroad. His electric performances have included appearances at the Netflix Is a Joke Festival, New York Comedy Festival, and Moontower Comedy Festival, as well as sharing the stage with legends Chris Rock, Earthquake, and Chappelle at the Hollywood Bowl and The Forum. He recently joined Chappelle for a historic run at Radio City Music Hall and performed with him on Saturday Night Live

Stand-up
Drew Lynch
Drew Lynch
Stand-up
Comedian and Actor Drew Lynch captured the hearts of America in 2015 with his Golden Buzzer performance on Season 10 of America’s Got Talent (NBC), where he finished in second place. Since then, Drew has amassed a following of millions on social media and has been touring the world nonstop performing standup to sold out audiences. In August 2021, Drew released his hour special ‘Concussed’ Directed by Saturday Night Live’s Aristotle Athari, which has reached over 1.5 million views. Drew appeared in a recurring role in the final season of IFC’s hit series Maron as well as TBS’ Conan. A favorite on the podcast circuit, Drew has made multiple appearances on some of the most downloaded shows, giving his unique take on everything from pop culture to news headlines to the often-peculiar life of a traveling comic.

Stand-up
Will Burkart
Will Burkart
Stand-up
Will Burkart is a Los Angeles based standup comedian and actor. After growing up in the SF Bay Area, he moved out to LA and quickly established himself as one of the hardest working young comics on the scene. Given the massive popularity of his stand-up clips on social media, Will's fan base has skyrocketed, amassing over 1 million followers and more than 300 million views.
In 2023, Will embarked on a 45-city nationwide tour selling out venues across the country. As the tour continues, Will headlined at the Netflix is a Joke festival, and recently shot his debut comedy special to air in summer 2025.

Stand-up
Brian Monarch
Brian Monarch
Stand-up
Brian Monarch has been seen on Comedy Central, Fox and Hulu... He's been heating up the LA comedy scene for years. He plays all of the biggest stages in Hollywood and has worked with such greats as Bill Burr, Joe Rogan, Dave Chappelle, Dane Cook, and Iliza Shlesinger, to name a few. You can catch him on any given night at your favorite comedy clubs around town. His uncensored views are always something to behold... Don't miss him live! Follow him on Twitter and Instagram @BrianMonarch

Other Arts & Theater
Leah Knauer
Leah Knauer
Other Arts & Theater
Leah Knauer is a multi-talented comedic and musical force to be reckoned with. An extremely gifted improviser, actress, and singer, Leah's performances are a captivating blend of sass, wit, and musical charm that leave audiences in stitches.
Leah's impressive resumé includes collaborations with some of the biggest names in the industry, such as Wayne Brady, Conan O'Brien, Jimmy Fallon, Mary J. Blige, Jimmy Kimmel, Meghan Trainor, Travis Kelce, and Jack Black. She has been in films such as JAY AND SILENT BOB REBOOT, PINK SKIES AHEAD, and DOGNAPPED: HOUND FOR THE HOLIDAYS. As for TV, you've seen her on Comedy Central's CORPORATE and NOT SAFE WITH NIKKI GLASER. Leah has been a guest several times on the ADAM CAROLLA SHOW.
Leah has proven herself to be a versatile performer capable of entertaining audiences on every medium. Leah is the Gemini co-host of the popular spiritual-comedy "BASIC WITCHES" podcast, which was recorded in the haunted basement of The World Famous Comedy Store in Hollywood.
Leah's work extends beyond the stage and screen, as she has been featured in videos and articles in various media outlets such as Forbes, Cosmopolitan, Buzzfeed, CollegeHumor, Clevver, Adam Carolla Show, and Refinery 29. Leah wrote, produced, and performed THE C-WORD: CONSENT, a comedic sexual consent awareness show that currently tours colleges all across the country. She was also a writer for Fullscreen, DirecTV's comedy sports late-night talk show FAIR GAME WITH BROCK EVERETT, and was a Talent & Monologue Intern at CONAN. She has been a consultant on and helped develop over 100+ game shows and comedy shows for network television.
Leah is an outspoken advocate for issues close to her heart, including mental health, sex & body positivity, healing from addiction, and female empowerment. In her free time, she paints funky neon art (and sells it!), writes music, volunteers at Young Storytellers, and even has three of her own holographic oracle decks! (One of which, the Deck of Hearts, is already SOLD OUT!)
With her extensive training in improv at Groundlings, UCB, iO West, Second City Chicago, and Westside Comedy, Leah is a master of her craft. Leah was accepted into the Groundlings Writer's Lab. She has performed at renowned comedy festivals such as SF SketchFest, Del Close Marathon in NYC, Red Rocks Comedy Festival in Utah, Las Vegas Comedy Festival, and more. She often goes viral on TikTok for her celebrity impressions.
Leah's personal mission in life is to add sparkle, sass, and laughs wherever she can. // Come to a show, buy her art, and follow her on Instagram!