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Birthday: Oct 04, 1964
Place of Birth: California, USA

Michelle Johnston

Michelle Johnston, a highly sought-after director, choreographer, and movement coach, has over 20 years of experience in the business. In front of the camera or behind it, Michelle always brings her experience and expertise to the table. Michelle’s latest directorial work is the Nickelodeon made-for-TV movie, “Blurt”, starring Jace Norman and JoJo Siwa. She also recently directed and produced the 2016 film, “A Cinderella Story: If the Shoe Fits” for Freeform and Disney Channel. Her work as a choreographer can be seen on television in such shows as “Castle”, “Mistresses”, “Parks & Recreation”, “American Dreams”, and “Mad Men”, and in films like “A Cinderella Story”, “The Curious Case of Benjamin Button”, and “Gangster Squad”. Michelle has also worked with such stars as Jane Krakowski, Keanu Reeves, Brad Pitt, Cate Blanchett, Demi Moore, and John Travolta to name a few. Michelle served as choreographer on Madonna’s “Who’s That Girl” World Tour and segments of the “Girlie Show” World Tour which took her career to a whole new level. She has worked with artists like Alicia Keys, Ritchie Sambora, Lil’ Kim, Hillary Duff, and Kelly Rowland. Michelle has also been in demand in the Broadway scene, working with Oscar nominated actress, Lesley Ann Warren in “Dream” as well as touring with the Tony Award winning show, “Fosse” in one of the lead roles. Michelle continues to find new and exciting venues in which to develop and showcase her broad scope of talent.

Filmography
Movie Cast Year
The Desperate Hour Heather (voice) 2021
Chicago Female Dancer 2002
A Chorus Line Beatrice Ann 'Bebe' Benson 1985
Opportunity Knocks Club Singer 1990
Dick Tracy Dancer 1990
A Gnome Named Gnorm Stripper 1992
Staying Alive Dancer 1983
The In Crowd Key Dancer 1988
The Replacements Fumiko's Girl 2000
Faith Audition Choreographer 1990
Sweet Jane Alice 1998
One from the Heart Dancer (uncredited) 1982
California Casanova Laura 1991
Grumpier Old Men Sears Salesperson / Chicken Polka Girl 1995
Shout Loretta 1991
Southpaw Mrs. Doyle 2015
Showgirls Gay 1995
Palm Springs Nosy Neighbor 2020
Series Cast Year
American Dreams Miss Johnston 2002
Hell's Kitchen Self 2005
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