Michael is thrilled to return to MMT! Currently the Head of Musical Theater for Lynn University where he directed The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Nighttime. He has written several musicals including Out of Frame, Fetching Water, and Measures of Man. His most recent musical A Simple Romance (based on Shakespeare’s Sonnets) received its world premiere in Virginia Beach last Spring (Cast Recording can be found on streaming platforms). Michael holds a BFA in Music Theatre from Florida State University and an MFA in Film Production from Full Sail University. As an actor, Michael has performed all over the world. Notable roles include: Jean Valjean (Les Misérables/BroadwayWorld Award), Fred/Petruchio (Kiss Me, Kate/BroadwayWorld Award), Jesus and Judas (Jesus Christ Superstar), and Billy Bigelow (Carousel).