
Tonight at the Improv ft. Anthony Jeselnik, Rene Vaca, Cristela Alonzo, Kevin Sullivan, Finesse Mitchell, Gary Cannon and more TBA
Sun, 1 Nov, 7:00 PM PST
Doors open
6:30 PM PST
Hollywood Improv (The Main Room)
8162 Melrose Avenue, Hollywood, CA 90046
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+

Comedy
Anthony Jeselnik
Anthony Jeselnik
Comedy
Anthony Jeselnik is a critically acclaimed stand-up comedian. Over the past 25 years, he has performed all across the globe and has written, produced, and starred in three Netflix comedy specials: Thoughts and Prayers, Fire in the Maternity Ward, and his latest, Bones and All. Jeselnik also wrote, produced, and starred in the comedy special Caligula and the stand-up album Shakespeare. In addition to his stand-up, Jeselnik is an Emmy-nominated writer who created, produced, and starred in the cult-classic television series Good Talk with Anthony Jeselnik and The Jeselnik Offensive, alongside his breakout performances on The Roast of Donald Trump and The Roast of Charlie Sheen.

Stand-up
Rene Vaca
Rene Vaca
Stand-up
Standup NBC winner Rene Vaca was born and raised in the San Fernando Valley in southern California. After his father was incarcerated, he started his own landscaping business at the age of 15. That came to an end when he was accepted to the University of California, Merced. Vaca has since been pursuing his dream in stand-up comedy and recently just won the 16th annual StandUp NBC competition! He has shared the stage with revered industry comedians such as Bill Burr, Ken Jeong, Amir K., Jamie Kennedy and much more!

Stand-up
Cristela Alonzo
Cristela Alonzo
Stand-up
Cristela Alonzo is a powerhouse comedian, writer, and actress whose sharp wit and infectious charm have made her a standout voice in comedy today. Most recently, she served as a co-producer on Happy’s Place and continues to bring her unique perspective to screens big and small.
Her latest Netflix comedy special, Upper Classy, premiered on September 23, following the success of her previous hits Middle Classy and Lower Classy — a trilogy that hilariously traces her journey from humble beginnings to unapologetic self-awareness.
On the acting front, Cristela has appeared in Netflix’s The Laundromat, starring alongside legends Meryl Streep and Gary Oldman, and before that, she made history as the creator and star of her own ABC sitcom, Cristela.
A regular favorite on The View and a familiar face from Conan, Cristela has also been featured on Comedy Central’s Live at Gotham, Gabriel Iglesias Presents Stand-Up Revolution, and Showtime’s Legally Brown. Her work behind the camera has earned her multiple awards, including Best Film at the Boston Comedy Festival for her short films.
Cristela’s range even extends into drama; she appeared in FX’s acclaimed series Sons of Anarchy, but her heart always brings her back to the stage. She’s currently touring the country with her latest stand-up tour, The Midlife Mixtape Tour, proving that comedy, like life, only gets better with experience.

Comedy
Kevin Sullivan
Kevin Sullivan
Comedy
Kevin Sullivan is a Los Angeles-based comedian known for his quick humor, fearless storytelling, and cosmic twist on comedy. Beyond the stage, Kevin has amassed over 800,000 followers online, building a devoted fanbase by blending comedy with astrology and turning zodiac signs into punchlines. He has been featured on Comics Unleashed on CBS and Netflix Is a Joke Radio Presents: Are You Still Listening? at Dynasty Typewriter, streaming on SiriusXM, and co-hosts the hit podcast Two Broke Gays. Now performing at clubs across the country, Kevin proves that no matter your sign, laughing at yourself is always in the stars.

Stand-up
Finesse Mitchell
Finesse Mitchell
Stand-up
Finesse Mitchell is one of today's most talented and versatile comedians, with a career that spans stand-up, television, and film. A former Saturday Night Live cast member, he’s known for his hilarious characters like Starrkeisha, 50 Cent, and Morgan Freeman. Finesse’s comedic talent has taken him across the stage and screen, making him a familiar face and voice in entertainment.
He’s guest-hosted The Wendy Williams Show on Fox alongside Kym Whitley, appeared as a guest judge on Netflix’s hit Is It Cake?, and showcased his acting prowess in projects like Disney Channel’s A.N.T. Farm (as China’s Dad, now streaming on Disney+), NBC’s Kenan, Fox’s Outmatched, I Can See Your Voice, and several films including Who’s Your Caddy and Mad Money. Additionally, he starred in OWN’s holiday movie The Great Holiday Bake War, Showtime’s Roadies, and TBS’s Meet The Browns.
Finesse has also made memorable appearances on late-night TV, including The Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon, The Late Show with Seth Meyers, The Arsenio Hall Show, and Comic’s Unleashed. On stage, he’s shared the bill with comedy legends like Dave Chappelle, Jo Koy, Tisha Campbell, and Matt Rife.
He’s the creator of four acclaimed comedy specials: Snap Famous, One Man Monster, Showtime’s The Spirit Told Me To Tell You, and his 2025 self-produced Slightly Offensive, now streaming on 800 Pound Gorilla Media’s YouTube channel.
Born and raised in Atlanta, Georgia, Finesse is a proud graduate of the University of Miami and a member of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc. A former standout athlete, he was a walk-on for the University of Miami Hurricanes, playing alongside NFL legends like Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson, Warren Sapp, and Ray Lewis. Finesse launched his comedy career in 1999 with appearances on BET’s Comic View and Comedy Central, and has since become a beloved voice in comedy and entertainment.
For more about Finesse Mitchell, visit http://finessemitchell.com.

Stand-up
Gary Cannon
Gary Cannon
Stand-up
Gary Cannon’s mom knew her son had comedic talent when, at the young age of five, Gary had a very bad cold. At the time, his mom was out of kleenex and offered her son toilet paper instead. Gary quickly replied, “I need to blow my nose not wipe my ass.” After getting the @#$% beaten out of him, and a timeout, his comedy career began.
Gary began making people laugh in San Francisco but soon moved to LA. After a short time in LA things started happening. He was soon working at all the Southern California Improv clubs, was a regular host at the Hollywood Improv, consistently emceeing shows with some of the biggest names in comedy.
His amazing crowd skills, high energy and ability to jump-start an audience enabled Gary to transition his skills to a television warm-up comic. Anyone visiting LA and seeing a show tape in front of an audience has probably met Gary. He sets the tone before and during the show creating a fun atmosphere and making audiences enjoy their time especially when many shows can often take hours to tape.