Sara Sneed
Sara is delighted to be a part of the Jest company! A resident of Cape Cod Sara has most recently appeared as Mary Poppins, Aldonza/Dulcinea in Man of La Mancha, Joanne Galloway in A Few Good Men, Guinevere in Camelot, Cassie in A Chorus Line, and Mrs. Lovett in Sweeney
Jessica Arend
Jessica is an actor/singer, born and bred in the Twin Cities metro area. When not performing and/or cracking terrible puns, she works as a mental health researcher in Minneapolis, MN.
Brianna Roche
Brianna holds a B.F.A. in Theatre Performance from the University of Memphis and has performed improv and sketch comedy with Florida Studio Theatre Improv(Sarasota, FL), Bonita City Improv(Bonita Springs, FL), and Bluff City Liars(Memphis!). She has played Adriana in The Comedy of Errors and Titania in A Midsummer Night’s Dream
Laura Ash
Laura has been a professional actress for many, many, many years. She works extensively with Kaleidoscope Theatre out of Cranston, RI. She is often some variation of slightly overbearing, completely misunderstood witch or stepmom. She was in the premiere of James Franco and Me: An Unauthorized Satire as James Franco
Carol Palmer
She has performed in 50 productions since the early 1980’s such as: Singin’ in the Rain, CATS, Cabaret, Damn Yankees, Hairspray, Music Man, 42nd Street, Sweeny Todd, Anything Goes, Guys and Dolls and many, many more. She has acted in several training videos, commercials, and print work over the years.
Ally Matteodo
Raised in Massachusetts, Ally’s first foray into performance occurred in fifth grade when her class put on a performance of the musical “Oliver.” Never the same, Ally now resides in the Boston area and continues to pursue acting. Two recent independent films of hers are “The Gown” and “Route 80,”
Dan Chase
In the past 40 years, Dan Chase has performed in theaters across the Midwest in such diverse shows as “Wait Until Dark,” “A Man For All Seasons,” and “Marat/Sade,” with musical stops in “The Fantasticks,” “Assassins,” “Damn Yankees,” and “All Shook Up,” to name a few. Most recently, he polished
Joanna Ferbrache
Joanna Ferbrache (a gypsy performer) is an award-winning actor who dabbles in a bit of everything including martial arts and music. She has choreographed world wide, produces, and directs. Some of her favorite shows have been The Miracle Worker (Scranton, PA) (Helen Keller and later Annie Sullivan), Something’s Afoot (Clarks
Savannah Bauer
Savannah Bauer is an actress, voiceover artist, and voice and dialect coach. She received her B.F.A. in Theatre from the University of Southern Mississippi and recently moved to Atlanta, Georgia to pursue a career in acting. She is very excited to make her Jest Murder Mystery Co. debut and can’t
Bill Chott
Bill Chott can currently be seen on Hulu in Too Funny to Fail. He is best known as “Mr. Laritate” on Disney’s Wizards of Waverly Place. He played “Thomas” in the Johnny Knoxvile film The Ringer. He recently appeared on This Is Us. His brief turn as a Mailman got
Johnbarry Green
Born and raised in a suburb north of Boston, Johnbarry—JB to his friends—went to Salem State to pursue a BFA in acting. He has performed locally in the North Shore for years, working with various groups both as an actor and a director. When not in Massachusetts, from spring to
Jason Amplo
Jason is a comedic improviser and on-camera actor based in Chicago. You can see him as the host of BATSU! Chicago, Chicago’s only live Japanese gameshow, as well as at Comedy Sportz and Laugh Out Loud Theaters. You may also have seen him on a recent Wild Turkey/American Honey commercial.
Soleil Kohl
Soleil has acted in many immersive theater experiences, ranging from comedic improvisation, playback theatre, character acting, mascotting, and more. She has produced several sketch and improvised theatre groups, and acts in local theater productions in Boulder, Colorado.
Megan Clarke
Megan is a recent graduate from St. Ambrose University with a B.A. degree in Theatre. She has just recently moved back to Chicago to continue her acting career and is looking forward to creating art with the incredible people that inhabit this city. Some of her recent credits include a
Jared Mogen
Jared is an actor, singer, improviser, and musician living and working in the Twin Cities of MN. He has worked on anything from classical comedies/tragedies to new works. He tours regularly with The National Theatre for Children and is always looking for new ways to share art with new audiences.
Ed Reggi
Ed Reggi hails from the Big Apple but calls the Midwest home. He’s been making audiences laugh for 20 years. He cut his comedy teeth studying at Second City in Chicago. Ed is an Acting Professor at Southern Illinois University and he’s the founder of Paper Slip Theatre, the longest-running
Taliana Bosio
Taliana has loved the theater since joining a competitive theater troupe in high. Upon graduation, Taliana attended the University of South Florida (Tampa) and earned her Bachelor’s degree in Performance Arts, performing in many main stage shows. Her favorite role was being Helen Jones (Young Woman) in the drama “Machinal”.
Hannah Connell
Hannah Connell found her way to performing when she found that people applaud her for being the quirky tall girl, something that comes quite naturally to her. Hannah has a BFA in Musical Theatre from The Conservatory at Southeast Missouri State University. Once she got her degree, she high-tailed it
Nick Shank
Nick is a graduate of the Chicago College of Performing arts with a BFA in Theater. In addition to his love for scripted work, he can also be seen performing with his improv group at various comedy theaters around the Chicago area. Some favorite past roles include a Clown in
Elizabeth Kelley
A Mid-Missouri native, Elizabeth enjoys performing with St. Louis area community theatre and Jest Murder Mystery Co. In 2014, she won the Best Performance Award for Best Comedic Actress, for her role as June in “Smoke on the Mountain.” Elizabeth loved the show so much, she spent a year down
Adolfo Herrera
Adolfo Studied theater at Florida International University and has appeared in commercials, films and television productions in South Florida. He has performed on stage in productions of Romeo and Juliet, Taming of The Shrew and Hamlet. He has also performed at The Florida Renaissance Festival as the King of Spain
Kimberly Bollard
Kim Bollard is a New York-based actor, writer, and comedian. Her recent credits include Alice Paul in Votes for Women (Speranza Theatre Co), Emma in People, Places and Things (T. Schreiber Studio), and several voice acting credits for Frog Boyz Animation. She has written for several satire sites, including Reductress
Harrison Shaffer
Harrison Shaffer is a founding member and former assistant director of the Forest Drive Improv Company. He enjoys directing and coaching high school speech groups and individuals. Harrison’s latest performance ventures include founding the Living Improverty comedy troupe, and acting with The Giving Tree Theater. His favorite roles include “El
Avery Sharpe
Avery Sharpe is an actor, singer, dancer, improvisor, and playwright based in Atlanta, GA. He has been acting and otherwise performing professionally since 2015 and has become an award-winning playwright with productions mounted nationally. He has performed on a variety of Atlanta stages including The Alliance Theatre, Actor’s Express, and
David Rieth
David Rieth moved to New York City after studying at the National Theater Institute at the O’Neill Theater Center, and the University of Virginia School of Drama. David married his co-star from his first Off-Off Broadway play – an epic East Village production about pedigree pugs and an art gallery
Benjamin Witt
Ben is an actor and vocalist in the Minneapolis area and graduated from the University of Northwestern-St. Paul. While at Northwestern, Ben took part in performances in the Universities Choir, Opera and Theatre programs. Some of his favorite shows while at UNW were: Phantom of the Opera where he played
Akia Sembly
Akia Sembly is a lover of sweet tea, muffins, and theatre. After making her acting debut as a very young Mama Euralie in a production of Once on this Island Jr, she decided to spend her life pursuing the latter. Akia studied theatre at Dekalb School of the Arts, where
Brenda Bass
Originally from Chicago, Brenda began professionally acting at the age of 14. She adores interactive theatre, however she is mainly known for her musical theatre work. Some of her past credits include: Medda Larkin (Newsies – Next Generation Theatre), Miss Sandra (All Shook Up – Next Generation Theatre), The Chaperone
Ashleigh Madaris
Born and raised in St. Louis, Ashleigh Madaris (@AshleighMadaris) practically grew up on theatre. From writing and performing her own plays, to performing in community theatre, to studying theatre in college, Ashleigh loves to perform and is excitedly embarking on her journey as a professional actor. She loves performing and
Janna Linae
Janna Linae is an actress, singer, instrumentalist and dedicated member of Bachelor Nation. Some of her regional stage credits include: The Rocky Horror Show, Bright Star (Lyric Theatre of Oklahoma); Little Women, Rabbit Hole (Festival 56); Hairspray, All Shook Up (Thunder Bay Theatre). Janna holds a Bachelor of Music in
Stephanie Martinez
Stephanie Martinez is a founding member of IC Improvs comedy troupe. She has appeared with the John Houseman Acting Company, Iowa Touring Theatre Company, Theatre Cedar Rapids, Des Moines Playhouse, Drama Workshop, CR Follies, UI Dance Theater, Ingersoll Dinner Theater and Starlighters II Theater. She is a featured vocalist with Pseudolaic
Sean Seifert
Sean Seifert is a St. Louis, MO native and has been performing around the country for over 8 years. After discovering live performance in high school, Sean fell in love with theater and was a part of many productions both on and off the stage. After graduating High School he
Ari Bavel
Kansas City actor Ari Bavel has been working film and television in the KC area since 1999 playing everything from a cybernetic uber-zombie from the future in Zombie Bloodbath 3 to a VA doctor in Finding John Smith to an old bootlegger in Bonnie and Clyde vs Dracula. Theater credits
Marissa Meyers
Marissa Meyers is a St. Louis based performing artist. She fell in love with the storytelling, inclusion, and community that theatre provides at only ten years old. She graduated with a BA in Theatre and Dramatic Arts from Lindenwood University where she got to showcase her diverse talents including performance,
Sarah Steele
Sarah Steele is an actress, singer, puppeteer, storyteller, and musician based in Atlanta, GA and very excited to make her Jest Murder Mystery Co. debut! She has been acting and performing professionally since 2016 after receive her B.A. in Theatre & Performance Studies from Kennesaw State University. She currently lives
Leah Johnson
Leah has been entertaining people for over ten years and especially loves comedy and improv! She cannot imagine doing anything other than acting! She recently moved to the Atlanta area from Alabama and loves it! She has worked with many regional theaters and filmmakers, appearing in several independent films and
John Brooks
John Brooks hails from Knob Noster, Missouri and brings more than 20 years of performance experience to Jest Murder Mysteries. He has performed as an actor and improviser with City Improv- St. Louis, Grace Acting Company and Team Ironclad. He has trained with City Improv and Grace Actors Guild. John
Tina Cool-Anderson
Tina has recently relocated to St. Louis from Branson, Missouri where she performed for 14 years. Career highlights include: vocalist with the USO of Metropolitan New York, premiere cast of “Hey Mr. Producer!” in New York City with Sir Cameron Mackintosh and Lead Vocalist for Greg Thompson Productions at Harrah’s
Brayden Fanti
Brayden Fanti is an actor and stand-up comedian out of Providence, Rhode Island. He’s studied the art of theatre since the age of eleven and now majors in Theatre Performance at Rhode Island College. During his time there he has played roles the likes of Moe Axelrod in Clifford Odetts’
Kevin Wehrhahn
Kevin has worked as a performer with several theatre companies including the Centenary Stage Company, Mayo Performing Arts Center, Tabletop Broadway, Jest Murder Mystery Company, and College Light Opera Company. Favorite credits include the Beast in Beauty and the Beast, Pontius Pilate in Jesus Christ Superstar, and featured ensemble in
Denise Saylor
Denise Saylor is thrilled to be working with Jest. She has a BFA in Acting from Stephens College and is a RVT at MVRC. She’s performed in Love, Sex, and the IRS, How I Learned to Drive, See How They Run, Playing for Time, The Dixie Swim Club, and Dancing
Lily Jensen
Lily Jensen got her start on stage in 8th grade at Jesup, IA. She continued to perform in high school productions and Speech competitions at Gilbertville, IA. Later, she moved to Dubuque, IA to attend Clarke University to study Drama and Psychology where she also participated in shows for the
Christopher Schultz
Christopher Schultz travels the country performing with Jest Mysteries, as well as his own children’s production company FAIRE STORIES. He has performed as Dave in The Full Monty, Swindler in Emperor’s New Clothes, as Francois in Wintertime. He’s also performed at King Richard’s Faire, the New England Pirate Faire, the
Lisa Hinrichs
Lisa is a full time graphic designer and actor in the St. Louis area. She has her BFA in Graphic Design and BS in Theater Performance from Southern Illinois University Edwardsville and has been performing improv in various troupes for about 10 years. She dabbles in all things creative: painting,
Weston McAloney
Weston McAloney is a professional actor, voiceover artist, and magician based in Columbus Ohio. Wes graduated with a BFA from the University of Minnesota Duluth, then moved to Ohio with his spouse. Shortly after relocating he became a founding member of Jest’s Columbus cast. Wes has played multiple roles around
Angie Sebben Frick
Angie Sebben Frick holds a BA in Theatre and Dance, an AA in Film, and an IDK in what she wants for dinner. She has worked across the country for the past 15+ years performing on stage, in front of the camera, and working behind the scenes. She was a
Miles Snow
Miles Snow was born in Raleigh, North Carolina and has always had a passion for the arts. After graduating high school, Miles returned to Raleigh to attend NC State University School of Graphic Design. He also took acting classes there and fell in love with performing. After working as crew
MaryBeth Scherr
MaryBeth has been acting in theatre, film and television for over 35 years. She is the creator and artistic director of The Actors’ Attic in Columbia, IL where she directs over 12 shows per year. After a 15 year stint in Los Angeles, she moved back to the St. Louis
Francis Allen
Francis is an actor, musician, and British dialect coach. He is delighted to be in Jest’s cast. Francis’ first role was Romeo in his school play Romeo and Juliet. He attended the Univ. of Manchester, England and Trinity College of Music, London. Francis’ recent theatre roles range from Chasing Jack
George Doerr
George is a native St. Louis actor, comedian, magician, and father. He is having the time of his life working with Jest! George performed with a local improvisation group for ten years before taking time off to focus on work and family. Inspired to step back into the world of
Andy Vieluf
Andy Vieluf is a professional entertainer from Las Vegas, NV. Billing himself as a “Professional Weirdo” across the west coast, Andy’s “jack of all trades” entertainment style includes things like music, magic, clowning, fire arts, and so much more. Andy’s notable credits include 2 years as a Blue Man in
Constance Moreau
Constance is an actress born, raised, and working in South Florida. She is pursuing a bachelor’s of science in biology and a bachelor’s of arts in theater at Florida Atlantic University. Constance has worked as a police dispatcher for over a decade, and loves to perform in her off time,
Chris Powers
Chris Powers is originally from Hot Springs, the cheese-sauce-filled heart of Arkansas. He graduated from Western Kentucky University where he inadvertently majored and minored in theatre. Obviously, teaching was the next course of action. He taught the theatrical arts, founded a black-box theatre and improv troupes while simultaneously losing his
