August ‘21: Blax: The Musical opens for a full run at Paris’ Lucernaire théâtre!

Blax: The Musical, for which Michael has been a staple of the creative team as Music Director, Vocal Arranger, Vocal Coach, and Orchestrator for over 10 years, is finally getting a full-scale Parisian run at the historic Théâtre Lucernaire! This soul-funk Blaxploitation musical was created in collaboration with Les Brown Sugar, a staple of Parisian night-life and immersive soul-funk cabaret. Blax had its world-premiere in 2012 at the Théâtre Bobino (under Michael’s direction!) and received a residency for its full re-vamping at the Nouveau Cap in Aulnay-Sous-Bois, France. Now, it is presented in its full form at the Lucernaire, an historic theatre which launched many theatrical and cinematographic artists.

For info and tickets, click here!

August ‘21: Michael creates new musical, Kampfire stories, with kids!

Michael collaborated with the youth of the Greater Gloversville Area in Gloversville, NY as well as the Glove Theatre Board to create, compose, direct, and choreograph a new musical with the kids of the area. Kampfire Stories is based on several popular campfire horror stories conceived and written by the kids and with original music, choreography, and direction by Michael. He hopes to continue his collaboration with the Glove Theatre Board to aid in the restoration and re-opening of this historic theatre!

For more information on The Historic Glove Theatre, click here!

MAY ‘21: MIChael with FST’s online blog, Stage Directions!

Michael gave an interview with Florida Studio Theatre’s press agent, Lydia Baxter, about his love of the piano, his process, and the hits presented in Three Pianos, the hit cabaret held over at FST’s Gompertz Theatre through May 23rd!

Click here to read!

February ‘21: michael is cast in “three pianos” at florida studio theatre

Michael returns to Florida Studio Theatre as castmember in the three-hander cabaret, “Three Pianos”. This Classic Rock review, which will call upon Michael’s skills as singer, actor, and pianist, will play at FST’s Gompertz Theatre from April 2nd through April 25th, 2021, with possible extension through May 23, 2021. Click here for more information or to buy tickets

january ‘21: michael’s original composition to be ending theme to international movie

Michael’s original composition, “My Little Baby”, will be the ending theme to L’Audition, a French-language dystopian film by friend and cinéaste, Maud Stievenard. Michael’s song is performed by international performer and former contestant on BBC’s “Over the Rainbow”, Camille Mesnard.

Click here for more information on Maud and Camille.

January ‘20: Michael and Who loves you at the iridium jazz club

Michael and the boys from Who Loves You?: The Music of Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons…and Beyond! will take the stage at Iridium Jazz Club on January 13th as part of the 2020-21 APAP conference. The group will be performing under their new name, The Boys of the Bandstand, at 8.00p. Reserve tickets now through JamBase, SeatGeek, NYC.com, or your favorite ticketing site!

january ‘20: Michael to reprise role of Mr. Trash in “Paradise Market”

Michael will reprise his role as “Mr. Trash” in the new modern opera/musical Paradise Market, with music by multi-award winning international composer, Patrice Peyriéras and Book/Lyrics by Peyriéras and Gilles Lombard. The piece will be recorded in Limoges, France for an eventual European and North American stage debut. Click here for a video of Paradise Market’s first cast recording!

november ‘19: michael and “who Loves You” at the Suffolk Theatre

Who Loves You?: The Music of Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons…and Beyond! played a sold-out return engagement at the Suffolk Theatre in Long Island. Hot off of their sold-out, double-extended Florida run, the boys of the bandstand sang for a crowd of over 250 people. Future dates announced.

November ‘19: Michael as musical director/Vocal Arranger for Blax: The Musical

Michael rejoined The Brown Sugar in their new version of Blax: The Musical at Le Nouveau Cap Théâtre in Aulnay-Sous-Bois, France. Blax…, featuring book and direction by Simon LeBlond and featuring Rachel Gardner-Smith, Orlando Luis, Eric Vincent, and Mirella Toussaint, had its workshop performance November 9th to a standing ovation. Michael will reprise his role as vocal arranger and musical director during the next iteration of this exciting musical. Stay tuned for more information and updates!

OCTOBER ‘19:
who loves you extends for a second time at Florida Studio Theatre

Thanks to popular demand and a sold-out first extension, Michael and the members of Who Loves You? are thrilled to announce that their run at Florida Studio Theatre will be extended a final time through October 19th, 2019. For tickets, click here!

Septemner ‘19:
michael and Who Loves you appear on abc 7’s SUncoast View

Michael and his cast mates were pleased to appear on ABC 7’s Suncoast View, Sarasota’s #1 morning show. The group was interviewed and performed “Stay”. Follow this link to see their performance!

September ‘19:
michael wins raves and Who Loves You extends at Fst!

Michael has received rave reviews from the Venice Gondolier and Total Theater for his role as permanent cast member and featured soloist in the hit revue, Who Loves You?: A Tribute to Frankie Valli and Beyond! The group’s run at Florida Studio Theatre has been extended through October 17th, 2019. Tickets here.

august ‘19:
michael to take part in Jamibeth margolis-led workshop

Michael is overjoyed to be working, again, alongside Jamibeth Margolis, CSA, and musical director, Andrew Wheeler, during their Summer Audition Repertoire Workshop! Get ready to hear some new tunes (and some re-worked old ones) from Michael come audition season!

july ‘19:
”Who Loves You: Battle of the Doo-wops” at Guild Hall theatre

Michael will be performing as permanent cast member to a sold-out house in the newest iteration of Who Loves You?: A Tribute to Frankie Valli and Beyond at the Guild Hall Theatre in East Hampton, NY. The Battle of the Doo-Wops: NY vs. NJ is a new revue of all your favorite hits, replete with laughs and love!

june ‘19:
michael to perform in multidisciplinary artist emilee Lord’s “A List”

Michael will perform as “The Professor” in choreographer and visual artist Emilee Lord’s (Vexations) newest creation, A List: In Three Parts as part of Movement 2019: SYZYGY at the Hudson Guild Theater. This experimental dance piece puts Michael in a Beckettean sort of role alongside stunning dancers embodying Ms. Lord’s singular choreographic style and can be viewed here.

june ‘19:
michael signs on to “God of Marz” at Barrow Group

Michael will hop backstage with the team of God of Marz at the Barrow Group Theatre as Production Assistant, ASM, and Front of House Manager. This wacky production created by Rachel Shaw, directed by Michael’s dear friend and collaborator, Glenn Giron, and stage managed by dear friend and collaborator, Kaitie Fann, will be a intergalactic good time!

may ‘19:
Rave reviews for michael’s music and Live Cast Album of “Time It Is: To Music”

Michael’s score for the new musical, Time it Is: To Music, received unanimous praise and raves, as seen on Show-Score and Pup’s Books. Please follow this link to hear samples from the live cast recording!

april ‘19
“Time it is: to music” to premier at Theater for the new city

The new musical, Time it Is: To Music, with music and lyrics by Michael, will have its world premier at Theater For the New City April 4th through 28th. The production is also produced, musically directed, and conducted by Michael. Stay tuned for more updates!

october ‘18:
Michael continues training under Andrew Stewart-Jones

In continuing his studies, Michael will again undertake on-camera training with actor and educator, Andrew Stewart-Jones (Gotham, When They See Us, Shades of Blue). He feels very privileged to be a part of such an intensive class and is excited to show you his skills on camera!

september ‘18:
Michael is a rising star finalist!

Michael, along with Tony Tillman and Sara Gordon, will be participating in the Rising Star 5 Finals, Tuesday, October 2nd at NYC’s Rise Bar. Michael will be presenting a mini-set of 3 songs in hopes of winning the grand prize of $1000 cash and a fully-produced show at Rise Bar! Come and support him this Tuesday from 10.30p to late! (Michael placed a close second in this competition! Thank you to all who came out to support him!)

september ‘18:
Who loves you plays 2 sold-out shows!

Michael and his fellow brothers in song played two sold out shows this past weekend at the PNC Bank Arts Center in Holmdel, NJ (13,000 spectators!) and at the Suffolk Theatre in Riverhead, NY. Who Loves You premiered their new show, NY vs. NJ: The Battle of the Doo-Wops! at the Suffolk Theatre to audience acclaim!

September '18:
Michael is judges’ pick 2 weeks running!

Michael is still going strong in Rise Bar’s Rising Star 5 vocal competition. He was judges’ pick two times successively for both Broadway Week (“Only Love”) and 90’s Week (“Virtual Insanity”). Michael was also judges’ pick and audience favorite for Freestyle Week 2, winning praises for his cover of "Barracuda” by Heart.

AUGUST '18:
Successful run of Still Can’t Trust No one.

Michael and Dreams Come True Productions played to a sold-out house at the historic National Black Theatre of Harlem. The crowd had a blast, and the comedic play succeeded in its goal of uniting theatregoers from diverse cultural backgrounds for a night of comedy, ribaldry, and style!

July '18:
Michael has been selected to compete in "Rising Star 5" @ Rise Bar, Hell's Kitchen!

Michael has been selected as a contestant in the NYC Singing Competition, Rising Star 5 at NYC's Rise Bar.  First prize is $1000 and a solo show at Rise Bar!  Rising Star 5 begins this Tuesday, July 31st at 10.30p, and continues for 10 weeks.  Come and support Michael!

JUNE '18:
More dates announced for "Who Loves You?"

Michael will be performing with Sharon Klein Productions' Who Loves You on July 21st and 24th 2018.  The performances will be held in Long Island and New Jersey.  More information to follow!

MAY '18:
michael has been cast as Tyrone in of "Still Can't Trust No One".

Michael will perform in Dreams Come True Productions'  Still Can't Trust No One, the second part of the Trust No One play series, which follows roommates, Tyrone and Gina, as they run from cannibals, the law, and crazy exes galore.  This comedy-thriller-with-music will play two performances at Harlem's National Black Theatre on August 25th, 2018.

APRIL '18:
MICHAEL HAS BEEN CAST AS "GINO" IN "CYBERBABIES: A MUSICAL DOT COMEDY" AT THEATRE FOR THE NEW CITY.

Michael has just been cast as "Gino" in Cyberbabies: a musical dot comedy.  This new musical, with books, music, and lyrics by Craig Silver, will be directed by Lissa Moira.  Performances will be at Theater For the New City from May 31st, 2018 to June 17th, 2018.  Visit the Cyberbabies Facebook Page for more information!