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Tonight at the Improv ft. Darrell Hammond, Amir K, Jiaoying Summers, Ron Funches, Brian Monarch, Kristi McHugh and Special Guests
Fri, 24 Oct, 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.
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.
Event Information
Age Limit
21+

Stand-up
Darrell Hammond
Darrell Hammond
Stand-up
Darrell is known for being one of the most prolific comedians of his time. He holds the title for being the longest running cast member on SNL. He frequently tours comedy clubs and theaters boasting a number of brilliant impressions in his act that keep people laughing nationwide.
Hammond has brought a great number of wonderful impressions to SNL over the years. Television critics and viewers alike, for their accuracy and range, have applauded each and every one of his impressions. Amongst the great number of people he has mimicked include; Bill Clinton, Sean Connery, Regis Philbin, Dan Rather, John Travolta, Jesse Jackson, Richard Dreyfus, Jay Leno, Donald Trump and Ted Koppel.
In addition to his SNL appearances, Hammond has been seen in a number of feature films and television shows. As a truly versatile actor Darrell has displayed his talents in both dramatic and comedic roles. Some of his feature films include: Screen Gems feature WEINERS and the Regency feature BOB BAILEY’S DISCO BALLS. He has also starred opposite Mary Kate and Ashley Olsen in Warner Bros’ NEW YORK MINUTE and in the Dimension features SCARY MOVIE 3 and SCARY MOVIE 6. He shared the screen with Frankie Muniz and Hillary Duff in MGM’s AGENT CODY BANKS.
Recently, Darrell has starred in Bay Street Theatre’s TRU, written by Jay Presson Allen and directed by Matt McGarth. Darrell also finished shooting a TBS pilot, HOUND DOGS, as Harry Hound, with director Ron Shelton (Bull Durham & White Men Can’t Jump). Darrell is also the author of the critically acclaimed memoir, “God If You’re Not Up There, I’m F***ed: Misadventures with Fake Noses, Funny Accents, Addiction, and Saturday Night Live”, which was released by Harper Collins in October of 2011 to rave reviews.

Stand-up
Amir K
Amir K
Stand-up
Amir K is a critically acclaimed comedian, actor, and writer based in Los Angeles. With over a decade of performing worldwide and on television, he has established himself as a standout comedic voice. His dynamic performance style blends storytelling, improvisation, and character work with a magnetic charm to deliver a truly one-of-a-kind live comedy experience.
Fresh off an arena world tour with the hilarious Theo Von, Amir continues to solidify his place among comedy’s elite. His credits include MADtv, Comedy Central, HBO, NBC, CBS, and MTV.
Social Media
Instagram - @AMIRCOMEDY
TikTok - @AMIRCOMEDYOFFICIAL
TWITTER - @AMIRCOMEDY
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Comedy
Jiaoying Summers
Jiaoying Summers
Comedy
Jiaoying Summers recently released her Hulu comedy special What Specie Are You? Named one of Variety’s “10Comics to Watch” (2025), Summers shines in her debut stand-up hour as she explores what divides us, what unites us, and what belonging truly means. Drawing from her life as a first-generation immigrant, she turns cultural clashes, identity, and motherhood into razor-sharp comedy that resonates across continents.
An award-winning performer and inductee of the Asian Hall of Fame, Jiaoying is emerging as one of the most influential Asian voices in comedy. She made history as the first Chinese comedian to headline and sell out the Apollo Theater in New York City. With more than 1 billion views across social media and over 5 million followers, she is a digital powerhouse known for viral hits like her “Uber Karen” sketch and her comedic breakdown of English names from a Chinese perspective.
Beyond the stage, Jiaoying is the creator and host of the hit podcast Tiger Mom, where she interviews comedians, artists, and cultural figures in intimate, unfiltered conversations. She is also a successful entrepreneur: the former Miss China now owns and operates The Hollywood Comedy and The Green Room Comedy Café, creating platforms for diverse and underrepresented comedic talent.
Jiaoying Summers delivers fearless, modern commentary on identity, race, and gender to audiences worldwide, making her one of the boldest, most dynamic, and unmissable comedians working today.

Stand-up
Ron Funches
Ron Funches
Stand-up
Ron Funches is a national treasure. He is an accomplished stand-up comedian, actor and writer. Ron has had many memorable television roles including THE GOLDBERGS, BLACKISH, NEW GIRL, TRANSPARENT, SINGLE DRUINK FEMALE, CURB YOUR ENTHUSIASM, POWERLESS and UNDATEABLE. You can currently catch him on LOOT on Apple TV+. Look for Ron on season 4 of TRAITORS streaming on PEACOCK.
Ron has also co-starred in many feature films such as GET HARD alongside Will Ferrell, LEXI, NOELLE, 6 UNDERGROUND and 80 FOR BRADY .
Ron has a love of animated television and film and has leant his voice to many projects including DreamWorks’ TROLLS, Pixar’s INSIDE OUT 2, Nickelodeon’s ROCK PAPER SCISSORS, IVAN THE GREAT, HARLEY QUINN, BOB’S BURGERS, ADVENTURE TIME, FINAL SPACE, THE GREAT NORTH and many more.
His personal appearances include CONAN, THE TONIGHT SHOW, HOLLYWOOD SQUARES, MATCH GAME, TO TELL THE TRUTH, CHOPPED, CUPCAKE WARS, CELEBRITY FAMILY FEUD, CELEBRITY WHEEL OF FORTUNE, CELEBRITY WHO WANTS TO BE A MILLIONAIRE, NAILED IT, HOLLYWOOD SQUARES and ARE YOU SMARTER THAN A CELEBRITY.
Funches is a great writer who has written for THE ERIC ANDRE SHOW, KROLL SHOW and several television pilots.
Ron also does a lot of philanthropic work; He volunteers regularly for SCHOOL ON WHEELS and HILARITY FOR CHARITY and he designed sneakers for PUMA/FOOTLOCKER where proceeds go to NEXT FOR AUTISM.

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
Comedy
Kristi McHugh
Kristi McHugh
Comedy