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Whether it’s opening the well of you creativity and putting pen to page, building up the confidence to audition on screen or stage, or learning a new accent, I’m here to help. A graduate of both Juilliard’s Drama Division and NUI Galway MA in Writing, with over 15 years performing on stage, screen and behind the mic, I bring a wide range of technique, artisty, and experience to the classroom. I’ve taught both privately and at universities, art centers, theaters and television shows including:
Writing
Private and group workshops for writing poetry, plays and screenplays.
Voice
Private and group workshops for audiobook narration, animation, and accent work.
Acting
Private and group workshops for acting for the stage and screen.
Voice
“You come away from training with Michael feeling really good about yourself and your abilities. The creative non-judgmental environment he creates was perfect. This was amazing to a new person like me. The tips from his many years of experience as an audiobook narrator were incredible. He showed me how to find ideas through script analysis, give myself over to those ideas and how to commit to that character. He’s so lighthearted but at the same time he takes you more seriously than you take yourself. He has a unique gift that comes from being a genuinely wonderful human being.” - Kim Couillard
Testimonials
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Writing
“Exceptional teacher - the best creative writing instructor I’ve ever had. Just the deep knowledge he brought to the classroom, distilling it in a way that was 1) useful 2) interesting 3) accessible for all skill levels. I wasn’t able to find his methodologies for overcoming writer’s block anywhere else. I also loved the feedback he gave all of us, encouraging everyone. It was such a positive and healthy learning environment, I really hope the Loft offers more classes like this, especially with this teacher.” - Andy Green
Acting
“Michael is an amazing acting coach. His Julliard training is part of what really sets him apart from other coaches. Previous coaches sometimes left me frustrated. He’s very thorough at helping you go deep and find things you didn’t expect. He can prepare you for anything. Whatever you’re working on, Michael can help you challenge yourself to achieve something emotional and difficult and wonderful.” - Zarah Nesser
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