
Tonight at the Improv ft. Jeff Ross, Whitney Cummings, George Wallace, Brian Monarch, Kim McVicar and Very Special Guests
Thu, 23 Apr, 7:30 PM PDT
Doors open
7:00 PM PDT
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+

Stand-up
Jeff Ross
Jeff Ross
Stand-up
Jeff Ross is a writer, actor and comedian known worldwide as The Roastmaster General. Currently, he is
touring his one-man musical play “Take a Banana For the Ride,” which he calls “a cathartic, comedic
experience” about love, loss, and human resilience. Jeff recently partnered with sports legend Tom
Brady to produce “GROAT (The Greatest Roast of All Time)," which will stream live on Netflix May 5,
2024. He has also spearheaded the wildly popular celebrity roasts of Justin Bieber, Alec Baldwin, Bruce
Willis, James Franco, Charlie Sheen, William Shatner, Flava Flav, Donald Trump, and many others.
Jeff’s television projects include producing and starring in “Jeff Ross Presents Roast Battle," which has
become an international phenomenon. He produced and co-starred with Dave Attell in their Netflix
series “Bumping Mics," directed by Oscar-nominated filmmaker Andrew Jarecki. Ross also produced and
starred in “Historical Roasts” for Netflix, a series which skewers some of the most important figures in
history including Abraham Lincoln, Anne Frank, Freddy Mercury, Muhammed Ali, Martin Luther King,
and Cleopatra.
Jeff’s acting credits include a pivotal role in Amazon’s “Ricky Stanicky," directed by Peter Farrelley and
starring John Cena, Zac Efron and William H. Macy. Other recent acting credits include a series arc on
Amazon’s “Sneaky Pete,” the dark drama “Kingdom” now on Netflix, and the feature film “The Wedding
Ringer” alongside Josh Gad and Kevin Hart.
Jeff’s voiceover work includes Disney’s “The Wonderful World of Mickey Mouse” and the series regular
role of 'Hook Foot' on Disney’s “Tangled” television series. Jeff has also voiced character roles in “Mr.
Peabody and Sherman,” “Future Worm,” “Penn Zero: Part-Time Hero,” “The Simpsons,” and “Family
Guy.”
Jeff has used his stand-up comedy specials to shine a light on social issues he cares about - now
streaming on Paramount Plus are “Jeff Ross Roasts Criminals” (filmed in a maximum security jail in
Texas), “Jeff Ross Roasts Cops” (centering around Black Lives Matter and the Boston Police Department),
and “Jeff Ross Roasts The Border” (filmed on both sides of the Mexican border fence in the Rio Grande
Valley).
Jeff constantly supports and fundraises for causes he cares about such as The U.S.O., Meals On Wheels
America, Planned Parenthood, The Scleroderma Research Foundation, the EB Research Partnership,
Stand Up For Heroes, American Friends Of The Hebrew University, Comedy Gives Back, and others.

Comedy
Whitney Cummings
Whitney Cummings
Comedy
Whitney Cummings is a comedian, actor, writer, producer, director, entrepreneur, and host of the hit podcast “Good for You”. Launched in 2019, “Good For You” is self-produced and features conversations with Whitney’s friends, fellow comedians, and experts in a variety of fields, including neuroscience, veterinary medicine, and magic. Best known for creating and starring in the NBC series “Whitney”, Whitney is also the co-creator and co-writer of the syndicated Emmy-nominated CBS comedy series “2 Broke Girls”. She has appeared in numerous television shows, films, and stand-up specials, including her fifth stand up special which released on Netflix in July 2022. On the big screen, Whitney was last seen in the Machine Gun Kelly and Mod Sun comedy “Good Mourning” and the Foo Fighters’ horror-comedy “Studio 666.” Other recent film credits include “How It Ends,” “The Opening Act,” and the forthcoming “At Midnight” from director Jonah Feingold. On television, Whitney will next be seen leading an episode of “Accused”, the forthcoming FOX/Sony TV anthology drama series from Howard Gordon, Alex Gansa and David Shore. Whitney also recently received praise for her week-long guest hosting stint on “The Wendy Williams Show” in October 2021. Other notable TV appearances include “Tacoma FD”, “Workaholics,” “Crashing,” “Undateable,” and the Comedy Central Roasts, which have solidified her presence in comedy television. In 2017 she published her memoir titled “I’m Fine ... And Other Lies”. That same year, Whitney made her directorial debut with the feature adaptation of Louann Brizendine’s best-seller, "The Female Brain". Whitney’s first one-hour stand up special, “Whitney Cummings: Money Shot,” premiered on Comedy Central in August 2010 and was nominated for an American Comedy Award. Her second one-hour stand-up special, “Whitney Cummings: I Love You,” debuted on Comedy Central in June 2014. Her third one-hour stand-up special “Whitney Cummings: I’m Your Girlfriend,” aired on HBO in 2016 and her fourth, “Whitney Cummings: Can I Touch It?” aired on Netflix in 2019. While not on the road, Whitney lives in Los Angeles with her pack of rescued dogs, her horse, and her boyfriend.

Comedy
George Wallace
George Wallace
Comedy
By the age of six, George Wallace knew he wanted to be a comedian. He always enjoyed making people laugh, but he also knew the importance of an education. He attended the University of Akron, Ohio and upon graduating with degrees in Transportation, Marketing/Advertising, plus advance studies in Radio and Television from Columbia School of Broadcasting. Literally, a rags-to-riches story, Wallace went from selling rags to VP of Advertising. Still, his dream of being a comedian had a strong hold on him. Within a week of leaving the advertising field, he began to perform stand-up comedy and was offered a job writing for “The Redd Foxx Show.” Wallace is currently pursuing dual coursework at University of Phoenix and DeVry. With his writing and stand-up experience, Wallace began landing television appearances. Wallace was awarded a Lifetime Achievement Award at the 2013 Soul Train/Centric Comedy All-Star Awards; and won Best Stand Up Comedian at the prestigious American Comedy Awards after four consecutive nominations. As a veteran radio personality, he has also made appearances on “The Steve Harvey Morning Show” and is a charter member of “The Tom Joyner Morning Show.” In 2004 Wallace appeared as the headlining star of his own show at The Flamingo Hotel in Las Vegas for a 30 day run. Sin City showed its admiration by extending Wallace’s contract indefinitely and nicknaming him “The New Mr. Vegas.” Unlike any other comedy show in Las Vegas, Wallace gave away a number of prizes every night including CDs, DVDs, diamond necklaces, dinner at prestigious restaurants, gourmet chocolates, tropical cruises and even a new car. He celebrated his 10th Anniversary headlining at the Flamingo in March 2014, announced he was closing the show to head back out on the road. Wallace regularly performs in comedy clubs across the country and is an ambassador for the United States government, performing at military bases all over the world. His first book, LAFF IT OFF (Chaite Press) was published in 2014. A tome of life wisdom, humor and insight from a lifetime of observation, the book is in its third printing. www.georgewallace.net Wallace’s most recognized material is his “I Be Thinkin’” lines and jokes about everything from conversational thoughts to political aspirations. Each show he engages members of the audience in comical banter. If provoked, he might even throw out a few of his signature “Yo Mama” jokes. He shows his gratitude to the audience by signing autographs and taking photos after every show. Audience members never know what will happen at the George Wallace show. Wallace is an evolving comedian, which is why his show is different every night. He’s always thinkin’. Fans can now get a taste of what Wallace be thinkin’ on Twitter @MrGeorgeWallace

Comedy
Kim McVicar
Kim McVicar
Comedy
Kim McVicar is a comedian and former professional dancer (emphasis on former) from Canada. She has two standup specials “Kim McVicar: Please Notice Me” and “Kim McVicar: Tap Dancing On My Mother’s Grave” can be seen on Amazon Prime, iTunes, YouTube, and many more streaming services - and has been streamed over 10 million times. You can hear her regularly on SirusXM (She’s So Funny, RawDog), Spotify and more. Follow her on TikTok @Kim.McVicar

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