Sam Jay

Sam Jay, a rising star in comedy known for her sharp wit and standout Netflix and HBO specials, returns to the DC Improv for a weekend of stand-up performances in the club’s main showroom. With a career spanning writing for *Saturday Night Live*, co-creating and starring in Peacock’s *Bust Down*, and hosting HBO’s late-night series *Pause with Sam Jay*, she brings a wealth of experience and a unique comedic voice. The show will also feature an opening act, listed as TBA. The DC Improv emphasizes that tickets are only sold directly through its website; third-party tickets are not accepted.

When: Friday, December 18 and Saturday, December 19, 2026.

Showtimes: Friday at 7:30 PM and 9:45 PM; Saturday at 7:00 PM and 9:30 PM.

Tickets: All-in pricing (including service charges) is $35 for general admission and $47.50 for reserved seating.

Lineup: Sam Jay (headliner) with a yet-to-be-announced opening act.

Run time: The raw page does not specify a run time; typical stand‑up shows at this venue run about 90 minutes, but this is not confirmed.

Ages: Age restrictions are not listed in the provided text; please check with the venue.

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

Note: Sam Jay’s previous credits include her HBO special *Sam Jay: Salute Me Or Shoot Me*, her Netflix special *Sam Jay: 3 in the Morning*, a featured role in the Netflix roast of Tom Brady, and the film *You People* (Netflix). She was also named one of Variety’s 10 Comics to Watch in 2018. All ticket sales are direct only from dcimprov.com; third-party tickets are not honored.