THE SKETCHES

Search for the New Spice
by Amanda Vick

Dial It Up, Tone It Down
by Tonni Lane

Fred Durst and the Magic Red Hat
by Tim Millard

Delilah Radio Show
by Patrick Calvillo

Home Alone 40
by Tonni Lane

Twin Peaks DMV
by Amanda Vick

Instantly Beautiful
by Sanna Erica

Fidelio
by John D. Babcock III
Jerry Springer
by John D. Babcock III

INTERMISSION

Dial It Up, Tone It Down 2
by Tonni Lane

Boy Story
by Tonni Lane

Waco
by John D. Babcock III

Seashells
by Sanna Erica

Dr. Jack Kevorkian for Life Alert
by Tim Millard

Barney
by F.R. Reykjavik

The '90s Are Alive and Well
by F.R. Reykjavik
DIRECTOR
MICHAEL STILLE

Michael Stille is like a glass of fine Cabernet Sauvignon: bold, complex, and slightly dry. An Aquarius and proud father of two fur babies and one human child, Michael has a strong aversion to spiders and a deep dislike for those who are rude to servers. His passions include cats, Cyndi Lauper, and TV shows about Bigfoot.

In his work with Sketchworks, Michael seems to be revisiting his childhood through directing, with this latest production marking his second decade-themed show—the first being the '80s-inspired "The Sketchfast Club."
ASSISTANT DIRECTOR
CATHY POLEY

Cathy Poley, an award-winning writer/producer and comedian, has written/produced Emmy-winning videos and was once voted Funniest Person in Atlanta. She has been seen in TV series such as Eastbound and Down and Ozark and is proud to be a performer/writer/director with Sketchworks. Cathy has a keen sense of humor, a dazzling personality, and a VHS tape of the Princess Bride that belongs to her former roommate Brandi.

If you see Brandi, tell her to come get her stuff!
PRODUCER
BRIAN TROXELL

Brian has been a fan of sketch comedy since he was a little kid and was as excited as a little kid on Christmas morning when he discovered Sketchworks in 2009. He joined as an actor in 2010, directed his first show in 2013, and became an owner-producer in 2015.

Brian is an actor and voice artist in Atlanta, appearing in shows such as Hawkeye and Cobra Kai. He has narrated nearly 200 audiobooks so far and is still cranking them out. He graduated from Georgia Tech with a degree in computer science that he never uses anymore and has completely forgotten everything about. Brian’s personal mantra is “#NeverProduce”.

He is owned by his two cats Winston and Malachi. You can check out everything he’s up to at https://linktr.ee/troxbirds.
TECH
CHRISTOPHER GARDNER

An Atlanta-based audio professional, Chris brings over a decade of experience to the realm of audio production. Specializing as an audio producer, recording engineer, mixer, editor, sound designer, and film composer, Chris's journey began at the age of 16 within recording studios, initially as a horn player. His early career saw him collaborating on projects with renowned musicians like Mariah Carey, The Dream, and Ne-Yo, with a notable stint in Los Angeles where he honed his skills. Chris has lent his expertise to reputable clientele such as Nike Basketball, Capstone Pictures, Keywords Studios, Amazon, Titmouse, iHeartRadio, Penguin Random House, and more.
THE PERFORMERS
JOHN D. BABCOCK III

John's comedy career began when he was a kid. He and his friends would write and perform sketches for neighbors in his backyard. John joined Sketchworks Comedy in January 2017 as a cast member of LAUGHTER REHAB. In addition to writing and performing for Sketchworks, John writes murder mystery plays for Murder, Mystery, and Mayhem at Petite Violette and the Mystery Café of Indianapolis. He also contributed on-air scripts to Turner Classic Movies - having written for the late Robert Osborne, and Ben Mankiewicz. His play INDEPENDENT, about filmmaker John Cassavetes, received its world premiere at Essential Theatre's 2017 Summer Festival. John is a loving and dedicated husband and father who drives a sensible car and has no pets.
JOHN PHILIP BUISMAN

John has been doing sketch comedy since he was very young. He would invite friends over and pester them into creating a mini sketch show with him on the spot. John pursued Theatre at the University of Georgia, where he acted in plays ranging from Thornton Wilder's Skin of Our Teeth to Sophie Treadwell's Machinal. In addition to his work with Sketchworks, John has participated at the Atlanta Fringe Festival as both actor and director. Since graduating, John has led summer camps for Sketchworks Education.
DAVE DEUTSCHLE

Dave Deutschle is an accountant/finance worker by day and an actor by night. He is lucky to have acting along with his sense of humor to keep him sane, because as many would guess accounting does not lead to an environment where laughing and joking around are encouraged. Dave has had the pleasure of working many times with Sketchworks in the past and is grateful that Cathy is letting this old man come back and have some fun with a great cast, writers and directors. Get ready to laugh and have some fun damnit!
SANNA ERICA

Sanna Erica has been with Sketchworks Comedy since 2017 as a mainstage performer. With Sketchworks, she also writes stuff, directs stuff, and teaches new converts, erm - students who want to learn the way of the Sketchwork, uh, that is - learn sketch comedy. Sanna herself is creating this bio in the third person, which feels really weird. She hopes you will get all in your 90’s feels and enjoy the show!
MIKE KAYE

Mike Kaye is an actor and writer, according to this program. Please continue to watch things that he is in. He's really dependent on it. For ego purposes. Thank you.
SASHA KEEFER

Sasha Keefer is long time member of Sketchworks. She has a BA in Theater from UGA and is the founder and artistic director of Authenticity Theater,  which performs at 7 Stages. Sasha loves being in Sketchworks shows because she believes that laughter is the best medicine for life’s stresses. We are all going through something and if I can help people get away from their problems even for a little while, then I’m happy! Favorite Skechworks character: Jennifer Coolidge.
CRYSTAL LO

Crystal Lo is an actor, content creator, and business graduate of Georgia State University. She saw her first live sketch show at Sketchworks (SW) and immediately knew she had to get involved!

Along with fellow SW Cogs (Kirsten Krehbiel and Sanna Erica), she is the co-founder of Feminine Odor, a comedy coven producing content about pop culture and the female experience. Her past stage performances include Where the Mountain Meets the Moon and Clybourne Park.

She hopes to die onstage at age 130. (All things Crystal)
TIM MILLARD

Tim Millard is an actor and writer.  His journey began after his own mother named him after a 1971 one-hit-wonder song about implied cannibalism.  A childhood of watching cartoons, movies, and late-night television — combined with his prior career in journalism — molded and warped Tim’s mind with all sorts of absurd and silly ideas.  You now get to see those ideas come to life in the work he does for Sketchworks Comedy!

Tim also acts on stage around Atlanta and on screens worldwide. Follow him on Instagram at @thetimmillard for his latest creative endeavors and for photos of his six-toed cat, Noodle.
CATHY POLEY

Cathy Poley, an award-winning writer/producer and comedian, has written/produced Emmy-winning videos and was once voted Funniest Person in Atlanta. She has been seen in TV series such as Eastbound and Down and Ozark and is proud to be a performer/writer/director with Sketchworks.

Cathy has a keen sense of humor, a dazzling personality, and a VHS tape of the Princess Bride that belongs to her former roommate Brandi. If you see Brandi, tell her to come get her stuff!
BRIAN TROXELL

Brian has been a fan of sketch comedy since he was a little kid and was as excited as a little kid on Christmas morning when he discovered Sketchworks in 2009. He joined as an actor in 2010, directed his first show in 2013, and became an owner-producer in 2015.

Brian is an actor and voice artist in Atlanta, appearing in shows such as Hawkeye and Cobra Kai. He has narrated nearly 200 audiobooks so far and is still cranking them out. He graduated from Georgia Tech with a degree in computer science that he never uses anymore and has completely forgotten everything about. Brian’s personal mantra is “#NeverProduce”.

He is owned by his two cats Winston and Malachi. You can check out everything he’s up to at https://linktr.ee/troxbirds.
THE WRITERS
JOHN D. BABCOCK III
Head Writer

John's comedy career began when he was a kid. He and his friends would write and perform sketches for neighbors in his backyard. John joined Sketchworks Comedy in January 2017 as a cast member of LAUGHTER REHAB. In addition to writing and performing for Sketchworks, John writes murder mystery plays for Murder, Mystery, and Mayhem at Petite Violette and the Mystery Café of Indianapolis. He also contributed on-air scripts to Turner Classic Movies - having written for the late Robert Osborne, and Ben Mankiewicz. His play INDEPENDENT, about filmmaker John Cassavetes, received its world premiere at Essential Theatre's 2017 Summer Festival. John is a loving and dedicated husband and father who drives a sensible car and has no pets.
PATRICK CALVILLO

Kansas born artist, Patrick Calvillo, received his BFA with the emphasis on painting, sculpture and film. Calvillo lives in Atlanta and is currently a sketch and weekly monologue writer for Sketchworks ATL. He is also the co-creator/artist for Rad Atlanta Zine. Calvillo dedicates his time to his own passion projects such as animation and short comedy sketches for film festivals.
SANNA ERICA

Sanna Erica has been with Sketchworks Comedy since 2017 as a mainstage performer. With Sketchworks, she also writes stuff, directs stuff, and teaches new converts, erm - students who want to learn the way of the Sketchwork, uh, that is - learn sketch comedy. Sanna herself is creating this bio in the third person, which feels really weird. She hopes you will get all in your 90’s feels and enjoy the show!
TONNI LANE

Tonni's performing arts career started when he was cast as Judah Maccabee in his 4th grade Hannukah play, beating out all three other males in the class. His career has been on a downward trajectory ever since, with highlights including being named an alternate for his high school a cappella group and running over Michael Cera's foot with a rolling suitcase (Michael apologized).

Tonni enjoys spending time with his family and binge eating Ruffles.
TIM MILLARD

Tim Millard is an actor and writer whose own mother named him after a 1971 one-hit wonder song about cannibalism. A childhood of watching movies and late-night television, combined with his prior career in journalism, molded and warped Tim’s mind with all sorts of absurd and silly ideas. You now get to see those ideas come to life in the work he does for Sketchworks Comedy!

Follow him on Instagram and Twitter at @thetimmillard for mostly photos of his six-toed cat, Noodle.
F.R. REYKJAVIK

A grotesquely rich Icelandic immigrant living in a castle on the outskirts of Atlanta whose sketches are conveyed to Sketchworks Comedy by way of John Buisman.
AMANDA VICK

Amanda Vick’s love of comedy precedes her time as a Sketchworks Comedy writer and actor. It goes back to her childhood, as an eight year old raised on a farm in Alabama, where she wrote comedy and song parodies with her sister. That passion for comedy and the performing arts has taken Amanda to New York City to study acting at William Esper Studio and improv with Upright Citizens Brigade. Amanda previously performed with Sketchworks Comedy in the cast of The Dream Cafe Experience.
Artwork | PATRICK CALVILLO
Education Director | KIRSTEN KREHBIEL

Special Thanks
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OUR BOX OFFICE VOLUNTEERS
OUR PATREON SUPPORTERS
CATHY POLEY
NEIL LOGAN BUTLER

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