Once upon a time, a young child fell from a tour bus in the deep jungles of Akron, Ohio, and was raised by wild wolves. That wasn't Chris. He was raised in a loving home in Wheaton, Maryland, and grew up into an unusual person. Chris is a classically trained saxophonist (with such greats as Chris Vadala), with additional training in clarinet, flute, and music composition.

Chris has been in love with the same person for over 17 years - working actress, costumer, stage combat choreographer/teacher/performer, and all around cool girl [and, as of 10/01/07, his wife!]: Bette Cassatt (and check Bette out starring as Aggie in the webseries Reservation). Together, they have raised two award winning shelties (D'Artagnan and Aramis - see them in action here.) who have graced the pages of The Washington Post, TV Guide, as well as on one of Animal Planet's websites - and have won Chris and Bette thousands of dollars worth of prizes (including a trip to London!) He also likes helping out with his friend's films (he's been a stunt hand, back, etc.) alongside Bette.

Chris is never without his trusty utility belt, and plans to create the Ultimate Geek Utility Belt (UGUB for short). If you have any suggestions, please let him know.

Chris enjoys most good music, with a special passion for the music of Raymond Scott. He also likes accepting gifts from strangers (hint, hint).