
Tonight at the Improv ft. Adam Ray, Brad Williams, Ismo, Emily Wilson, Mark Smalls, Gary Cannon and more TBA
Fri, 30 Jan, 9:30 PM PST
Doors open
9:00 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
Adam Ray
Adam Ray
Comedy
Adam Ray is a seasoned comedian and actor hailing from Seattle, renowned for his versatile performances across television, film, and digital platforms. His extensive acting credits include roles in critically acclaimed shows and movies such as Curb Your Enthusiasm, The Barbie Movie, MadTV, Hacks, Pam & Tommy, and The Heat, among many others.
In addition to his prolific work in traditional media, Adam has made significant strides in the digital space and live performances. He has a combined 2.7M+ followers across social media and his appearances on popular podcasts like Kill Tony, Bad Friends, and Two Bears, One Cave have garnered millions of views, with some episodes ranking among the most watched in the shows' histories. Adam is also the host of his own podcast, About Last Night Podcast, which features the comedian and actor interviewing some of the biggest celebrities in comedy, sports, and entertainment.
Adam's talent for impressions and character work shines through his portrayals of iconic figures like Joe Biden, Dr. Phil, and original characters such as Bruce Robbins, Elaine, Jeremy, and Tony Caruso. These performances have not only captivated audiences but also contributed to the rapid growth of his YouTube and social channels, where his content continues to reach an ever-expanding audience.
One of Adam's standout achievements was his July 16th, 2024, performance on Kill Tony episode #672, which not only captivated viewers but also shattered records, amassing over 15 million views within the first week. On the episode Adam Ray appears as Joe Biden and Shane Gillis appears as Donald Trump. This episode has since become the most popular in the show's history. Following the episode release, Adam Ray was inducted into the Kill Tony Hall of Fame live at Madison Square Garden. He was the first non-regular in the Kill Tony Hall of Fame. This achievement is a follow up to Adam Ray being awarded as the 2023 Kill Tony Guest of the Year.
Riding the wave of his success, Adam took his show, Dr. Phil LIVE! on the road with a national theater tour including 50 different shows. The tour offered fans an electrifying mix of stand-up, crowd interactions, celebrity guests, surprise characters, and unforgettable moments. The final Dr. Phil LIVE! show will occur in Los Angeles at The Wiltern on December 16, 2025.
Adam Ray brought his Dr. Phil parody to Netflix on November 19, 2024, with the release of Adam Ray is Dr. Phil UNLEASHED. The special features comedian Adam Ray coming face to face with Dr. Phil himself. His recent stand-up comedy special, Like and Subscribe, has received over a million views and further solidified his status as a must-watch performer.
As Adam continues to tour across the country and internationally, he remains one of the most dynamic and entertaining figures in comedy today, consistently delivering performances that leave audiences eagerly anticipating what's next. In 2026, Adam kicks off the WHO IS ME Tour, performing stand-up comedy in theaters across North America. For additional dates and info, go to: adamraycomedy.com

Stand-up
Brad Williams
Brad Williams
Stand-up
Pound for pound, Brad Williams is the funniest comedian in the country right now, and has
become one of the most in-demand comedians working today. Williams started doing
stand-up comedy as a teenager and has been touring successfully ever since, routinely
selling out prestigious venues all over the country and world.
Williams has parlayed his live performances into a multitude of stand-up television
appearances, including The Tonight Show, Dave Attell’s Comedy Underground, and
Jimmy Kimmel Live. His first one-hour special, Fun Size, was the highest rated special on
Showtime, and a year later, he followed that up with his second one, Daddy Issues, which
was even more successful than the first. His third special in three years was an uproarious
one, hosting some of the edgiest comedians in the country from the prestigious Montreal
Just For Laughs Festival. His last groundbreaking special on Netflix, The Degenerates,
garnered more huge ratings and rave reviews.
Also an accomplished actor, Williams has appeared on numerous TV shows and feature
films, including FX’s Legit, Sam and Cat, Mind of Mencia, Pitboss, a recurring role on the
Hulu original show Deadbeat, and memorable roles in a plethora of movies, including Little
Evil, produced by Scott Stuber (Ted), as well as the Netflix original Christopher Guest film,
Mascots, and most recently Reno 911: It’s A Wonderful Heist.
Recently, Brad became the first stand-up comedian to headline a Cirque de Soleil show in
their 30 year history, when he agreed to launch—and do a three month run of—their
newest show Mad Apple, at the magnificent 1200 seat New York New York Theater in Las
Vegas. The show became an immediate smash hit to rave revues, singling out Williams
for his incredible ability to captivate his audiences with his extraordinary performances.
In addition to stand-up and acting, Williams co-created and co-hosted one of the most
successful podcasts in the world, with friend and fellow comic Adam Ray, entitled About
Last Night, which was always a mainstay on the iTunes charts during their five year run.
Additionally, he is also a regular contributor with a series of incredibly funny appearances
on several national radio and podcast platforms, including KROQ’s Kevin and Bean Show
and The Adam Carolla Show.
Williams’ humorous and inspiring observations on disability, relationships, sex, and race
consistently win over audiences; proving anyone can overcome their shortcomings. His
high energy live performances frequently produce standing ovations from audience
members; which prompted the late Robin Williams to call him “Prozac with a head.”

Stand-up
Ismo
Ismo
Stand-up
ISMO is an internationally acclaimed comedian known for his masterful wordplay and sharp observations about the English language. Hailed as “the most insightful comic in Finland,” ISMO has won over global audiences with his unique delivery and universal charm.
No matter where you live in the world, ISMO has an undeniable ability to make people see familiar cultural norms in an entirely new way! ISMO’s WOO HOO! WORLD TOUR kicks off in Australia and New Zealand in November 2024 and will expand across the U.S., Europe, Canada and beyond through 2025.
Follow ISMO on social media for weekly stand-up clips and behind-the-scenes moments. For tour updates, merch, and more, visit: ismo.fun

Stand-up
Emily Wilson
Emily Wilson
Stand-up
Emily Wilson is a comedian, actress, and writer based in New York. Her debut comedy special Fixed: How I Got Rejected by Reality TV was featured in the New York Times and garnered millions of organic views across YouTube, Instagram and TikTok. She hosts the sold-out weekly show Tuesdays at the Red Room in the East Village, tours alongside Please Don’t Destroy as a featured performer and was the only American nominated for the esteemed Best Newcomer award at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival in 2022. She will be performing at Moontower Comedy Festival 2026 in Austin, Texas.

Stand-up
Mark Smalls
Mark Smalls
Stand-up
Mark Smalls is a Los Angeles based stand-up comedian. Born in New Jersey and raised in San Francisco, Mark brings an east coast flavor to a west coast vibe. His unique approach to attacking topics from both sides brings audiences of all ages and beliefs together. Mark is a member of Country Club Adjacent, a golf comedy podcast with over 350k subscribers across all platforms. You also can find him live streaming on Twitch, where he plays your favorite video games while screaming at the tv. Mark has worked with some of the best comics in the industry such as Bert Kreischer, Norm Macdonald, Bobby Lee, Andrew Schulz and Nikki Glaser.

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.