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Natasha Mercado is a classically trained clown who has studied with Deanna Fleysher, Dr. Brown, John Gilkey, Eric Davis, the London Clown School and Philippe Gaulier (just to name a few). She has appeared in videos for Adult Swim, Más Mejor (Broadway Video’s premium comedy studio powered by Latino voices), Weltraum Gallery (Berlin) and created the first ever monthly clown show at UCB Franklin called "Bring in My Clowns". Natasha has produced events for the Upright Citizens Brigade bringing customized comedy programs to groups across the country including improv, sketch, storytelling and public speaking intensives. She has virtually taught "Physical Comedy & Clowning" to adults and children at Stomping Ground Comedy Theatre (Dallas), including a workshop called “Playful Mindfulness” sponsored by the Alzheimer’s Association.

Deanna Fleysher is a comedy artist, teacher and director devoted to fierce vulnerability and interactive comedy magic. She tours the world with her award-winning hit show BUTT KAPINSKI and her popular performance workshops Naked Comedy (Fully Clothed) and Drag King Comedy. She directs comedy artists who work without a 4th wall and teaches audience connection and physical presence to people of all ages.