Take It Personal

Take It Personal is a hip-hop improv show that transforms audience stories into fully improvised comedy, performed on the spot with no script or rehearsal. Hosted by veteran radio personality, DJ, and comedian Cipha Sounds, the show blends hip-hop culture with improvisational theater, featuring a rotating lineup of talented comedians and special guests. The performance draws on personal anecdotes shared by audience members and invited guests to fuel spontaneous scenes and music-driven comedy, creating a unique, interactive experience that has earned critical acclaim since its inception at the UCB Theatre in New York.

When: Sunday, September 27, 2026, at 7:00 PM.

Showtimes: One performance only, at 7:00 PM.

Tickets: All-in price is $20.50, which includes all service charges. Tickets are sold exclusively through the DC Improv website (dcimprov.com); third-party tickets are not accepted.

Lineup: Hosted by Cipha Sounds, with additional performers listed as TBA (to be announced). Past guests have included Questlove, Zoe Kravitz, Donald Glover, 2 Chainz, and Fat Joe.

Run time: Not specified by the venue or show description.

Ages: No age restriction is mentioned for this performance.

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

Note: The show takes place in the lounge space of the DC Improv and is described as "the hip-hop improv show."