.D.L. Hughley at the Improv

Jun 23, 2021

A man wearing a gray fedora, black glasses, a black suit, and a polka dot tie smiles while standing against a white brick wall. He has a neatly trimmed beard and a red pin on his lapel. — ON THE D.L.: The Improv is back open, and the one and only D.L. Hughley is here for five shows.

Just one day after the San Jose Improv reopens its doors for its first indoor post-COVID show, the legendary D.L. Hughley stops in for a five-show stint, Friday to Sunday. One of the most instantly recognizable comedians in the world, Hughley has done it all, from iconic standup specials, to awards show hosting gigs, a late night show on CNN, even a little show called The Hughleys. But no matter what, fans will always remember him as one of the “Big Four” in The Original Kings of Comedy. All shows 21+, two-item minimum.

D.L. Hughley
The Improv, San Jose
Fri-Sun, Various Times, $35+

Grace Stetson

Born and raised in Sunnyvale, Grace Stetson is a freelance journalist and content strategist currently based in Santa Cruz. She mainly covers housing, development and homelessness for publications in Santa Cruz County, but additionally writes on arts and entertainment topics for publications across the greater Bay Area. When not working, you can find her at a local coffee shop, independent movie theater, or out on a hiking trail.