Justin Swinson

He/Him

Justin Swinson is a performer, writer and producer originally from Maryland who is currently based out of Chicago, IL. A graduate of both iO Chicago and the Second City Conservatory, Justin performs regularly at iO (Mortal Enemies, Whirled News Tonight), The Annoyance (Hitch*Cocktails) and Comedysportz Chicago (Main Ensemble) as well as at festivals across the country with his improv team The Black Men from a Black Planet. Before the pandemic, Justin was also the creator, producer and host of The Not That Late Show, a monthly late night style variety talk show at The Newport Theater; currently he is trying to keep all of his plants alive and his credit card balance manageable.