Jamal Newman
Washington Improv TheaterJamal Newman escaped the “mean streets” of Leesburg, VA and has been making DC audiences laugh since 2011.
A comedy Swiss Army knife, Jamal performs improv, sketch, stand-up, and even lends his voice to multiple podcasts. He’s trained at Washington Improv Theater and DC Improv, was a former ensemble member of Season Six and Madeline, and has starred in WIT productions like POTUS Among Us, Yearbook, and You Are Afraid of the Dark.
You can currently catch him with WIT ensembles Lena Dunham, Kinfolk, and Uncle Gorgeous.
Jamal may have a baby face, but don’t let that fool you—he’s been in the comedy game long enough to know it’s his true calling.
As an improv teacher, Jamal believes the magic of the art form lies in breaking free from the subconscious restraints we put on ourselves every day. Improv isn’t just about being funny—it’s about unlocking creativity, embracing the unknown, and building entire worlds with complete strangers who often become lifelong friends.
Jamal has trained at Washington Improv Theater and DC Improv, sharpening his skills across improv, sketch, stand-up, acting, and filmmaking. He’s a former member of WIT ensembles Season Six and Madeline and has starred in productions like POTUS Among Us, Yearbook, and You Are Afraid of the Dark. You can currently catch him performing with WIT ensembles Lena Dunham, Kinfolk, and Uncle Gorgeous—or hear him on one of his many podcasts (Pod Chef, Ark, The Bureau, Optophobia).
Student Feedback
“Jamal is awesome! He’s supportive, funny, and easy to get along with”
“The coaching was exquisite. I also appreciated the opportunities Jamal gave at the beginning of class to talk about shows we had seen, actually analyze them.”
“Jamal is awesome! He’s perceptive and provides great side-coaching. And know that if you’re on the receiving end of his signature sardonic smirk, you earned it!”