Jerrod Carmichael

Jerrod Carmichael brings his Emmy-winning, boundary-pushing comedy to the DC Improv for a special engagement on November 10 and 11. The shows take place in the venue’s main room and are presented as a phone-free experience, meaning the focus stays squarely on the comedian’s thought-provoking and often provocative material. Carmichael, known for his candid and unconventional specials, headlines both nights with what promises to be an intimate and immersive performance.

When: Tuesday, November 10, 2026, and Wednesday, November 11, 2026, with both shows at 7:30 PM.

Venue: DC Improv, 1140 Connecticut Ave. NW, Washington, DC 20036 (main room).

Tickets: All-in pricing includes service charges: $49 for general admission and $65 for VIP preferred seating closer to the stage.

Showtimes: 7:30 PM each evening.

Phone-Free Experience: This is a special phone-free event. Upon arrival, all phones, smart watches, and accessories are secured in individual Yondr pouches that remain locked until the end of the event. Guests keep their devices with them at all times and may use them only in designated Phone Use Areas within the venue. Devices must be re-secured in the pouches before returning to the performance space. Anyone seen using a phone, smart watch, or accessory during the performance will be escorted out.

Lineup: Featuring Jerrod Carmichael.

About the Comedian: Jerrod Carmichael is an Emmy-winning comedian from Winston-Salem, North Carolina. His most recent special, “Don’t Be Gay,” is available to stream on HBO Max. Previous work includes his debut special “Rothaniel” and starring in HBO’s “Jerrod Carmichael Reality Show.”

Note: This event is a special presentation in the main room and is fully phone-free; ticket pricing is all-inclusive of service charges.