Kate Smith (she/her) is an award-winning theatre creator, director and performer. Kate holds a Master’s of Fine Arts in Directing from the University of Ottawa, and a Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Theatre from Dalhousie University’s Acting Program. Kate recently directed Beowulf in Afghanistan by Laurie Fyffe (Great Canadian Theatre Company). Other directing credits include: The Understudies by Kate Smith (a Company of Fools), Machines and Moss by Sanita Fejzic (National Arts Centre), Deluge by Kate Smith and Scottie Irving (National Arts Centre), and Me, Vivien Leigh and the Roller Rink by Lucy van Oldenbarneveld (undercurrents festival).

Caity Smyck (she/they) is a creator, actor, and director originally from Calgary,
Alberta. She is currently based in Ottawa after completing her BFA in Acting at the University of Ottawa. She is the current Artistic Director of Skeleton Key Theatre, General Manager of a Company of Fools and the co-founder of Levity Theatre, an emerging non-men queer led theatre company. As a passionate advocate for the growth of independent theatre in Ottawa, she co-created and manages the Ottawa Arts Database, a free website to connect local arts workers, and where
they can post opportunities and events.

Sam (he/him) is a performer and arts marketer living in Ottawa. Sam has helped build and strengthen brands for SubDevision Ottawa, Fresh Meat Fest, and most recently the Siminovitch Theatre Foundation. Sam takes his Fooling very seriously and strives to bring an air of Foolishness to all he does. One time he saw a turtle.

Michelle is an Ottawa based musician and performer, and the Development Officer for a Company of Fools. When she isn't charming you with a song or convincing you to support the arts (you should totally donate today!) , she is sitting outside with a hot coffee and her cat.