Andrew Bailes is a Chicago-based actor and writer. He grew up in Central Florida, and he attributes his long-lasting optimism to living right next to the Mouse. Andrew attended Flagler College in St. Augustine, where he moonlighted as a ghost tour guide. Upon graduation, Andrew spent his first few professional years as a Resident Actor and Teaching Artist at Florida Studio Theatre in Sarasota. With a desire to continue his actor training, Andrew pursued an MFA from the University of Florida, where he was awarded a graduate fellowship that provided numerous teaching opportunities in addition to acting, directing, and playwriting credits. Trading sunscreen for a down coat, Andrew moved to Chicago. He’s had the pleasure of working with many theater companies around the city. Film credits include No Resolution, directed by Tim Kasher. Andrew has twice performed at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival. As an improviser, Andrew has collaborated with the Annoyance and Chicago Improv Studio. He is represented by Big Mouth Talent.