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Ages 16+ Part of the SPRUNG! Comedy Festival 2025 collection Experience a unique blend of humor and law as a diverse group of attorneys, ex-offenders, and law enforcement professionals deliver laughs about the often serious criminal justice system. Tickets From $30.52 Date and Time Friday, March 28, 2025 from 9:00 PM to 10:30 PM EDT (Doors open at 8:30 PM) Location Silver Spring Black Box 8641 Colesville Road Silver Spring, MD 20910 United States Law & Order Comedy presents a distinctive show where laughter meets legal insight, featuring a cast of attorneys, former offenders, and law enforcement who humorously address the serious aspects of the criminal justice system. This event is a collaboration between Improbable Comedy and Seven Black Minutes. Participate in our Comedy & Cocktails promotion for dinner before or after the performance, and consider an All Access Pass for more shows at a discounted rate. Our mission is to unite the community through exceptional live comedy while showcasing the diverse talent of Silver Spring. Lineup Anthony Oakes, co-creator and host, brings his unique southern humor from North Carolina to the DC area. His clean yet edgy storytelling style promises to engage audiences with laughter. Jasmine Burton is a Los Angeles-based attorney and comedian, now residing in Washington, DC. Known for her energetic delivery and sharp punchlines, she seamlessly merges her legal expertise with her comedic performances. Elizabeth Booker Houston is an emerging standup comedian from Memphis, currently based in the DC metro area. Influenced by her career as a lawyer, her comedy often delves into political and dark themes. She actively engages audiences on social media under the handle @bookersquared. Justin Justo Brooks is a dynamic comedian and writer who has garnered attention for his thought-provoking humor. A multiple comedy competition winner, he has opened for renowned comics, contributing to his rapid rise in the DMV comedy scene. Timmy Hall, a retired Baltimore City Police Officer, uniquely combines his law enforcement background with comedy. Known as the "Comic Cop," his high-energy performances have earned him respect among top comedians and national recognition. This event serves as the launch of SPRUNG!, a four-day comedy festival presented by Improbable Comedy. Festival Schedule March 26: MOTHER of All Comedy Shows March 27: Funnier Than Fiction with Story District March 28: The Originals: All Native Comedy Night March 28: Desi Comedy Night March 28: Law & Order Comedy March 29: DC Science Comedy March 29: Comedy as a Second Language March 29: Joke Sistas For tickets and further details, visit www.improbablecomedy.com/sprung. We extend our gratitude to the founding sponsors of SPRUNG! 2025: Behavior United, Open Rivers, Carlton Creative, Nothing Bundt Cakes, and Zen Business. Special thanks also to our Comedy & Cocktail Partners: Urban Winery and All Set. About Improbable Comedy Established in 2012 by former social worker Kim Levone, Improbable Comedy has successfully hosted over 150 shows across the DMV, focusing on amplifying underrepresented comedic voices. From its inception at Vicino's restaurant, it has evolved to conduct shows at Busboys & Poets, the Arts Barn, and in collaboration with the Montgomery Parks Department at the Silver Spring Black Box Theatre. Please Note: Due to the unpredictable nature of live performances, lineup changes may occur. We appreciate your understanding and strive to deliver an enjoyable show.