Jiaoying Summers

Jiaoying Summers brings her "The Lucky Pony 26 Tour" to the main room of the DC Improv for a four-show weekend spanning Friday, September 4 through Sunday, September 6, 2026. Known for her fearless, modern commentary on identity, race, and gender, Summers blends her experience as a first‑generation immigrant with sharp observations about motherhood and cultural clashes. Her debut Hulu special, *What Specie Are You?*, and her recognition as one of Variety’s “10 Comics to Watch” (2025) highlight a performer who is both a digital powerhouse and a stage powerhouse.

When: Friday, September 4 through Sunday, September 6, 2026.

Showtimes: Friday at 7:00 PM and 9:30 PM, Saturday at 7:00 PM and 9:30 PM, and Sunday at 7:00 PM.

Tickets: All-in price (including service charges): General Admission $35, VIP $77.50 (VIP includes preferred seating and a post‑show meet‑and‑greet). Tickets are sold only through dcimprov.com; third‑party tickets are not accepted.

Lineup: The featured performer is Jiaoying Summers. Opening acts are to be announced (TBA).

About the Comedian: Jiaoying Summers is an award‑winning comedian and inductee of the Asian Hall of Fame. She made history as the first Chinese comedian to headline and sell out the Apollo Theater in New York City. With over 1 billion views across social media and more than 5 million followers, she is known for viral sketches such as “Uber Karen” and her cultural takes on English names from a Chinese perspective. She hosts the podcast *Tiger Mom* and owns two comedy venues: The Hollywood Comedy and The Green Room Comedy Café. A former Miss China, Summers continues to build platforms for diverse comedic talent.

Venue: DC Improv, 1140 Connecticut Ave. NW, Washington, DC 20036. Phone: 202.296.7008. Email: support@dcimprov.com.

Note: This performance is in the main room as part of the “The Lucky Pony 26 Tour.” The DC Improv does not sell tickets through any website other than its own; third‑party tickets are not honored.