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Classes Team

Mars Berger

Mars Berger

Co-Director of Education

Mars (he/they) is an emerging writer, director, and multi-hyphenate who seeks to center the inherent humanity of art. Hailing from Philly, he’s equal parts cheese and whiz. Their specialty is bringing together communities behind the scenes and in the audience, with a particular focus on queer experience and expression.

No relation to the planet of the same name.

Ava Whiteley

Ava Whiteley

Co-Director of Education

Ava Whiteley is a comedy writer and performer originally from Peachtree City, Georgia. She graduated from Emerson College with a BA in Media Arts Production and a minor in Comedic Writing and Performance. During her time at Emerson, she was heavily involved with on campus comedy organizations and developed a passion for advocating for increased accessibility for underrepresented communities in the comedic landscape. She is beyond thrilled to be joining the PIT team and continuing her journey in providing access to comedic arts education!