Comedy School Showcase
The DC Improv Comedy School presents a stand-up class graduation showcase on Wednesday, July 15, 2026. After a month of preparing and polishing their sets, students take the stage in the Main Room to perform for a live audience. Hosted by veteran comedian Chris Coccia, the evening features a lineup of aspiring comedians including Brittany L. Bradshaw, Carly Sciborski, Daniel Binder, and many others. The show offers a glimpse into the next generation of DC comedy talent in a supportive, entertaining atmosphere.
Name: Comedy School Showcase
Venue: DC Improv, 1140 Connecticut Ave. NW, Washington, DC 20036
When: Wednesday, July 15, 2026 at 7:00 PM
Showtimes: One performance at 7:00 PM
Tickets: $12.50 general admission or $18 reserved seating — both prices are all-in and include service charges. Tickets are sold only through dcimprov.com; third-party tickets are not accepted.
Lineup: Brittany L. Bradshaw, Carly Sciborski, Daniel Binder, David S., Diante McDonald, Eileen Smith, Elizabeth Orshanski, Jackson Biesecker, Julio M., Julianna Gonzalez-McLean, Leslie Kenna, Melanie Hamblin, Mike Meller, Victor Lawrence, Julio Alvarado, Dave Schwartz (subject to change; listed as TBA in the initial description)
Host: Chris Coccia, a DC Improv regular since 2006 and head of the comedy school. He has taught stand-up at the club for years and is known for connecting with audiences through a mix of prepared material and improvised interaction. His credits include winning the 2008 Purina Pet Comedy Challenge, performing at the Great American Comedy Festival, and appearances on Comedy Central, the Game Show Network, and XM Radio.
Run time: Not specified; typical comedy showcases at the DC Improv run approximately 90 minutes to two hours.
Ages: Not stated; the club generally requires patrons to be 18 or older, but this is not confirmed for this specific event.
Note: This is a graduation showcase for students of the DC Improv Comedy School’s stand-up class, offering the public a chance to see fresh material from new comedians.