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Venue: San Jose Improv 

Date: January 15th, 2026 

Overall Rating: Highly Recommend 

Rachel Scanlon’s recent performance at the San Jose Improv was a masterclass in bold, unfiltered stand-up. From the moment she stepped on stage, Scanlon commanded the room with effortless confidence and a rapid-fire delivery that kept the audience locked in from start to finish.

Scanlon leaned heavily into personal storytelling, turning topics like relationships, identity, and social expectations into laugh-out-loud moments. Her  humor felt conversational yet razor-sharp, as if she were speaking directly to each audience member while still playing expertly to the room. What made the set especially engaging was her ability to pivot seamlessly between prepared material and crowd interaction. 

Scanlon’s crowd work was a standout feature of the night. She navigated audience responses with quick thinking and playful irreverence, never punching down and always keeping the tone inclusive. 

The comedy never felt forced or shocking. Instead, Scanlon used humor as a way to explore real experiences, making even the most personal anecdotes feel widely relatable. The audience responded with sustained laughter and enthusiastic applause, clearly appreciating their authenticity and fearless approach.

Overall, Rachel Scanlon’s set at the San Jose Improv was energetic, smart, and refreshingly honest. It was a night of comedy that balanced raw humor with genuine connection which is proof that Scanlon is a performer who knows exactly how to own the stage and leave a lasting impression.

Rachel Scanlon is continuing to make waves with her must see comedy The “A Bit Much” Tour that is coming to various cities throughout the US. Here are the following tour dates for her must see hour long comedy show!