Mike Carr is thrilled to be a part of this, or any, project that Jeff Wirth cooks up.  Mike is an actor and improviser based in Orlando it has worked for The Walt Disney Company, Universal Orlando, SAK Comedy Lab, and has performed in and taught at Improv festivals across the country. Mike is very excited at the potential of this project and cannot wait to see what we create together.

With over a decade of experience in the field of interactive simulation, Maria creates unique, immersive experiences engaging with her audiences. Interactive work has taken her love of  traditional theatre into unconventional locations, pushing the boundaries of what theatre can be. Maria is known for her ability to connect with audiences, inviting them to become an integral part of the experience. With her unique blend of creativity and technical expertise, Maria continues to push the envelope of interactive theatre, captivating audiences and inviting them to participate in the act of playful co-creation.

Mallory Ertel received her BFA in Theatre from West Virginia University. She performed professionally with WV Public Theatre in the roles of Philia in A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum and Inga in Young Frankenstein. Since moving to Florida, Mallory has performed in numerous shows at Penguin Point Productions, working with companies such as The Ensemble Company and Wildfire Players. She is a member of The Corner Gallery, a central Florida-based improv troupe. Her passion for improv led Mallory to meet her husband, and improv continues to be a big part of their lives.

Kate Ingraham, Ph.D. is a researcher at the Center for Education Simulation Technology (CREST) at the University of Central Florida. Her research interests include interactive performance through emerging technologies and the design of virtual characters for games and simulation. She has developed virtual characters and training scenarios for teachers, administrators, physicians, nurses, counselors, law enforcement officers, and middle school students across a wide range of research studies and funded projects.

John Connon is so jazzed to be a part of PhoneArt. He has been a professional improviser for nearly three decades. He began his career in atmosphere performance at Universal Studios Florida, then soon joined the cast of the Adventurer’s Club at WDW Pleasure Island.  He is a cast member of Joe’s NYC Bar, the long-running immersive, interactive, completely improvised theatrical experience, which has become a staple of the Orlando theatre scene. He performs and teaches improv regularly at SAK Comedy Lab as an Ensemble Member. He is now a member of the Show Direction Team of Universal Orlando Resort.

Gordon Adams has a BA in Communication and MS in Higher Education Student Personnel services. His professional passion is connecting with people, guiding them on paths of self-discovery, and helping them become the best versions of themselves. Gordon has appeared in commercials, short films, and has facilitated brainstorming workshops and  conference sessions. A trained improviser and inter-actor, he has worked with highly-skilled teams, utilizing interactive simulation to foster next level continuing education. His hobbies include singing and playing the piano. In all facets of life, Gordon encourages those that he works and plays to “Make it great!”