Michelle Johnston
Born: 1964-10-04 in California, USA
Known For: Acting
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.
Filmography
2022
- The Desperate Hour as Heather (voice)
2021
- A Cinderella Story: Starstruck ... (Director)
2020
- Palm Springs as Nosy Neighbor
2019
- A Cinderella Story: Christmas Wish ... (Producer)
2018
- Blurt! ... (Director)
2016
- A Cinderella Story: If the Shoe Fits ... (Director)
2015
- Southpaw as Mrs. Doyle
2011
- A Cinderella Story: Once Upon a Song ... (Choreographer)
- Sharpay's Fabulous Adventure ... (Choreographer)
2008
- The Curious Case of Benjamin Button ... (Choreographer)
- Another Cinderella Story ... (Choreographer)
2006
- The Break-Up ... (Choreographer)
2005
- Hell's Kitchen as Self
2002
- American Dreams as Miss Johnston
- Chicago as Female Dancer
2000
- The Replacements as Fumiko's Girl
1998
- Sweet Jane as Alice
- The Odd Couple II ... (Choreographer)
1995
- Showgirls as Gay
- Grumpier Old Men as Sears Salesperson / Chicken Polka Girl
1993
- Madonna: The Girlie Show - Live Down Under ... (Choreographer)
1991
- A Gnome Named Gnorm as Stripper
- Shout as Loretta
- California Casanova as Laura
1990
- Opportunity Knocks as Club Singer
- Dick Tracy as Dancer
- Faith as Audition Choreographer
1988
- The In Crowd as Key Dancer
1985
- A Chorus Line as Bebe
1983
- Staying Alive as Dancer
1982
- One from the Heart as Dancer (uncredited)