Stand-Up Showcase
Stand-Up Showcase brings four comedians from the Washington, D.C., Maryland, Virginia, and broader comedy scenes to the DC Improv for a mix of comedic styles and close-up performances. The lineup features emerging talent alongside performers with national club, festival, television, and touring experience.
The show is designed to support local comedy while introducing audiences to comedians on the rise. Each showcase runs approximately 90 minutes.
When: November 13–15
Showtimes: Friday at 7:30 p.m. and 9:45 p.m.; Saturday at 7 p.m. and 9:30 p.m.; Sunday at 7 p.m.
Tickets: $29.50 for general admission, including service charges
Lineup: Matilda Epstein, Ontonio Kareem, Dale Dunlap, and Jose Raymond
Matilda Epstein: A Washington, D.C.-based stand-up comedian and writer, Epstein has opened for touring comedians including Matthew Broussard, Emil Wakim, and Maddie Wiener. Her writing has appeared in Little Old Lady Comedy, McSweeney’s Internet Tendency, and Belladonna Comedy.
Ontonio Kareem: Kareem is a comedian, writer, and actor known for a relaxed, introspective style. He has appeared on Don’t Tell Comedy, earned the title of New York’s Funniest 2025, performed at the Moontower and New York Comedy festivals, and regularly performs at the Comedy Cellar. He has also appeared on NBC’s *Chicago Fire*.
Dale Dunlap: A Northern Virginia comic, Dunlap has performed throughout the D.C. area and in Boston, New York, Philadelphia, New Orleans, Austin, and Salt Lake City. Her material offers an unusually personal look at her life.
Jose Raymond: Raymond started performing stand-up on Maui 13 years ago and has since progressed from open mics to major clubs, including the Laugh Factory, Improv locations, and the Apollo Theater. He has shared stages with Kevin Hart, Marlon Wayans, and Leslie Jones, currently tours with Tommy Davidson, and combines a calm delivery with sharp storytelling.
Run time: Approximately 90 minutes
Venue: DC Improv
Address: 1140 Connecticut Ave. NW, Washington, DC 20036
Contact: 202-296-7008 or support@dcimprov.com