Michael is an extraordinarily gifted character actor, the kind we hold up in today's artistic-culture as "Gods of the craft". He brings to mind, Sean Penn, Cate Blanchett, Russell Crowe, and Meryl Streep - and yet he is uniquely his own expression. His organic presence quickly embodies the life and the psychology of another human being to story perfection.  More importantly, he is a professional who is able to take direction quickly and effectively while maintaining the high standard he holds for himself.  But what I find so totally engrossing about Michael's work is his ability to bring a great deal of vulnerability to the men he portrays. I can feel the audience moving into him, riveted, breathless, as he dares to "go there."

John Dapolito, Playwright/Director/Founder and CEO
of Actors! Where are You Going

When Michael worked with me, he really lost himself in the character while also listening to every note that I gave and seamlessly incorporating them into the next take and making them his own. His performance accounts for some of the most compelling moments in the film, filled with a lot of emotional depth and nuance. He is an actor with a knockout combination of intuitive ability and understanding of craft.

Andrew Lyman-Clark, Director Follow the Leader

Michael is the best actor I have ever worked with. Period. - Over the last several years, I have had the pleasure and honor of working with him on many projects; on stage, in workshops, and in front of the camera. And every time, he amazes me with his seemingly effortless ability to become a different character. Not just on the surface like so many other actors, but with his whole being, body and soul. He smiles and you want to hug him. He scolds you and you feel like shit. He cries and your heart breaks into pieces. And at the end, you will love him for what he has put you through.

Dominik Tiefenthaler, actor, www.dominiktiefenthaler.com