Mike trained in DC, Chicago, and NYC, and has performed with Washington Improv Theater as a member of its mainstage company, 161, (and Dr. Fantastic, Superbest, and countless others with fun names), as well as The Big Honkin, Comedy Sportz, and DC Menu. His comedy work has taken him to festivals in Chicago, New York, Philly, and Richmond, and even a film festival in Cannes. In his day job, he’s a writer/producer/director in marketing and communications. He is thrilled to play with old friends anytime he gets the chance.

Pete Bergen trained at Washington Improv Theater and The UCB Theater in Ny where he was accepted to their advanced study program. His days are spent teaching improv to middle and high schoolers all over the DMV and he is thrilled to be a part of this program.

Dave Johnson is an actor, improviser, and acting and improv teacher/coach with a B.A. in drama and an M.F.A. in acting. He has taught improv and theater since 2004 for numerous clients, such as Washington Improv Theater, Camp Arena Stage, Washington College, Ohio University, Mount St. Mary’s University, NextStop Theatre Co., Comedy Sportz, Richmond Improv Festival, North Carolina Comedy Arts Festival, Coalition Theater, Unified Scene Theater and Fairfax County Public Schools (among others). An acting and improv coach since 2005, he continues to act in films, on stage, and in web/TV shows and commercials.

Mikael grew up in MD, cut his improv teeth in DC and now resides in Fairfax. He has been an improviser, actor, writer, and director in the Washington, DC area for over 20 years.

Molly Murchie has been improvising since 2001 when she began training with Washington Improv Theater. It changed her life, and she has the husband and two kids to prove it.

Back in the day, Molly was a founding member of the WIT ensemble Jackie and was one of the jerks in Dr. Fantastic. Most recently, she was a member of the WIT ensemble Hellcat. She performed in the WIT special project In Lieu of Flowers and is a former Fighting Improv Smackdown Tournament champion with the team Meanwhile, Back at the Ranch. She has also appeared in assorted scripted and immersive theater in DC, and she has told stories with SpeakEasy DC and Perfect Liars’ Club.

Molly is a fifth generation native Texan, a dog enthusiast, and one-time Jeopardy! loser.

Greer leapt into improv after classes at the DC Improv with Shawn Westfall and at Washington Improv Theater (WIT).  Greer was a performer in Comedy Sportz and The Blue Show at the legendary Comedy Spot in Ballston, Virginia, as well as member of iMusical and 161, both at WIT.  She has been honored to be invited to perform with DC Menu several times and is now delighted to be performing with a cast she admires and enjoys here at The Vine.

Kate has been performing and teaching improv comedy in the DC area since 2009. She trained at DC Improv, Washington Improv Theater, Second City, and Upright Citizens Brigade. She has performed with house teams, indie teams, and competition teams, in real live theaters, at corporate events, and at comedy festivals across the US. These lists are how you know she’s legit.

Katie joined the cast of SitcomBoston in 1999 and later mainstage ImprovBoston. As part of the artistic staff she developed a number of shows—including the first all female improv comedy troupe in the city: BostonCream. She performed with the longest running sketch comedy show in Boston, the “Orange Show” and was in the 2-woman show “Hamhocks” that was highlighted as part of the Funny Women Festival in Chicago.  She performed with Washington Improv Theater (WIT) and served as the Artistic Director for 2-years. She was part of the hit 3-person improv team “Biscuitville,” & has performed at festivals and comedy shows across the country. While mostly retired, Katie can still be found on the stage in DC from time-to-time performing with District Menu Comedy – and every Sunday preaching at Vine church.