Michelle Johnston

Michelle Johnston

Born 1964-10-04 (age 61) California, USA
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Biography

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.

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Known For

Southpaw
Southpaw

2015

as Mrs. Doyle

Showgirls
Showgirls

1995

as Gay

Palm Springs
Palm Springs

2020

as Nosy Neighbor

Chicago
Chicago

2002

as Female Dancer

Dick Tracy
Dick Tracy

1990

as Dancer

The Replacements
The Replacements

2000

as Fumiko's Girl

Grumpier Old Men
Grumpier Old Men

1995

as Sears Salesperson / Chicken Polka Girl

Staying Alive
Staying Alive

1983

as Dancer

One from the Heart
One from the Heart

1982

as Dancer (uncredited)

A Chorus Line
A Chorus Line

1985

as Bebe

The Desperate Hour
The Desperate Hour

2022

as Heather (voice)

Sweet Jane
Sweet Jane

1998

as Alice

A Gnome Named Gnorm
A Gnome Named Gnorm

1991

as Stripper

Opportunity Knocks
Opportunity Knocks

1990

as Club Singer

Shout
Shout

1991

as Loretta

The In Crowd
The In Crowd

1988

as Key Dancer

Faith
Faith

1990

as Audition Choreographer

California Casanova
California Casanova

1991

as Laura