Colin Mochrie and Debra McGrath

Keynote Speaker | Toronto, Ontario

Canadian Actor
Writer | Comedian | Dynamic Duo of Improv Comedy

Colin Mochrie and Debra McGrath Expertise Communication, Resilience & Adversity, Alliances & Partnerships, Innovation & Creativity, Adaptability & Agility, Teamwork, Collaboration, Humour in the Workplace and Celebrity.

Colin Mochrie and Debra McGrath

About Colin Mochrie and Debra McGrath

Colin Mochrie and Debra McGrath are award-winning Canadian comedians, writers, and actors recognized for improvisation, television, and live performance. Colin Mochrie gained international recognition on Whose Line Is It Anyway?, built his craft at Second City, and authored Not Quite the Classics. His screen credits include This Hour Has 22 Minutes and Degrassi, with honors such as Canadian Comedy Person of the Year and a Gemini Award. Debra McGrath emerged from Second City as an actress, writer, and director, known for Little Mosque on the Prairie and Seven Little Monsters, and earned a Canadian Comedy Award. Together they co-created Getting Along Famously and continue to tour and perform.

Colin Mochrie and Debra McGrath Videos

Colin Mochrie On George Stroumboulopoulos Tonight: INTERVIEW

Colin and Kinley Mochrie Discuss Gender Transition

Colin Mochrie on Craig Ferguson

The Gift of Improv with Colin Mochrie | Your Morning

Colin Mochrie: Not Quite the Classics

Colin Mochrie and Debra McGrath Interviews & Podcasts

Colin Mochrie Talks About the Difference Between the British and Ameri

Interview with Colin Mochrie and Deb Mcgrath in Weyburn

N Mochrie Interview | Whose Line is It Anyway?

Robin Williams & Whose Line is It Anyway: Colin Mochrie on the Rise O

COLIN MOCHRIE AND DEBRA MCGRATH BIOGRAPHY

Colin Mochrie and Debra McGrath are established Canadian performers whose careers span improvisation, scripted television, film, and theatre. Their work is known for precision, timing, and audience engagement built through disciplined rehearsal and live responsiveness.

Colin Mochrie developed foundational skills at Vancouver TheatreSports and Second City Toronto before earning international visibility on Whose Line Is It Anyway?. His training emphasized ensemble discipline, quick analysis, and narrative structure in unscripted formats.

Debra McGrath emerged at Second City Toronto as a performer, writer, and director, building a reputation for character work and sharp dialogue. Her range covers live sketch, scripted television, and extensive voice performance.

Colin Mochrie’s television credits include This Hour Has 22 Minutes, Men with Brooms, Degrassi, and Murdoch Mysteries. His stage and broadcast portfolio demonstrates sustained versatility across genres and formats.

Debra McGrath is recognized for principal roles in Little Mosque on the Prairie and Seven Little Monsters. Her additional credits include Paradise Falls, The Joe Blow Show, and numerous animated series.

Colin Mochrie co-created and starred in Getting Along Famously, further extending his writing and production experience. His book Not Quite the Classics showcases applied comedic structure in written form.

Debra McGrath co-created Getting Along Famously and contributed as writer and executive producer. Her performance in Expecting earned a Canadian Comedy Award for Best Performance in a Feature.

Colin Mochrie’s honors include Canadian Comedy Person of the Year, a Gemini Award, and recognition from the Writers Guild of Canada and ACTRA. These distinctions reflect consistent peer acknowledgment for creative excellence.

Debra McGrath has received ensemble recognition at the Gemini Awards and sustained critical notice for television, film, and stage. Her body of work illustrates adaptability across family, comedy, and dramatic programming.

Colin Mochrie continues to perform in touring formats, including a long-running two person improvisation program with Brad Sherwood. His collaboration Hyprov integrates structured hypnosis with spontaneous scene work.

Debra McGrath’s career includes writing rooms, direction, and live ensemble performance, drawing on Second City methodology. Her voice and on-camera work serve youth, family, and general audiences.

Colin Mochrie and Debra McGrath frequently collaborate as co-stars and co-writers in series and specials. Their shared process emphasizes clarity of premise, character integrity, and audience-aware pacing.

Colin Mochrie applies improvisation as a framework for communication, listening, and team alignment in live settings. These methods translate to corporate and association programs focused on collaboration.

Debra McGrath contributes narrative development and performance design that supports audience learning objectives. Her sessions prioritize practical exercises and clear takeaways.

Colin Mochrie and Debra McGrath deliver programs tailored to event objectives, room size, and audience composition. Their sessions demonstrate real-time adaptability supported by professional stagecraft.

Colin Mochrie and Debra McGrath Topic Presentations

Colin Mochrie and Debra McGrath Toronto, Ontario, Canada delivers keynote presentations, workshops, fireside chats, moderated Q&A, and other presentation formats on a wide variety of topics. Each presentation is unique, customized and tailored for audiences, industries, conferences and event formats.

The Art of Improvisation: Lessons in Adaptability and Collaboration

Comedy as a Mirror: Storytelling That Connects Across Generations

Building a Creative Partnership That Lasts

Reinventing the Classics: Creativity Beyond the Stage

Finding Laughter in Uncertainty: Resilience Through Humor

Colin Mochrie and Debra McGrath Books & Articles

Not Quite the Classics
Not Quite the

Colin Mochrie, a man known worldwide for working without a script, tackles the classics in this surprising, delightful collection of...

Canadian Comedy Legend Colin Mochrie to Guest Host on 640 Toronto
Canadian Comedy Legend Colin Mochrie to Guest

“I get excited about new challenges. Toronto audiences have always been very supportive of me, which I’m sure will continue during my...

‘hyprov’ Takes Colin Mochrie Back to His Early Days as an Improviser
‘hyprov’ Takes Colin Mochrie Back to His

Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Email Print Copy article link Save If you’re a fan of the long-running TV show “Whose Line Is It...

Hypnotism and Improv Come Together in Show Coming to Windsor and Chatham
Hypnotism and Improv Come Together in Show Coming

Improv comedy legend and Whose Line is it Anyway? star Colin Mochrie is coming to Windsor's Chrysler Theatre on Saturday with master...

Colin Mochrie Comes to Windsor for Hypnosis Improv Comedy Show This Weekend
Colin Mochrie Comes to Windsor for Hypnosis

Canadian improv comedy legend will take the stage in Windsor this weekend for a show that can only be described as hypnotic. HYPROV...

Colin Mochrie and Debra McGrath Speaking Testimonials

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