Hairspray

Training: Michael began his training at the age of eight at the Brenda Taylor School of Dance and Performing Arts in his hometown of Harlow in Essex. At 16, Michael was awarded a scholarship to train professionally at Laine Theatre Arts, graduating in 2007.

Theatre Whilst Training: 'Harry Witherspoon' in Lucky Stiff; 'Man 4'/'Joel' in Is There Life After High School?; 'Swing' in Little Shop Of Horrors (LTA Theatre); tap dancing finalist for Choreography and Performance in the Laine Theatre Arts Annual Prelims; featured Singer and Dancer in The Name Of The Game, Seeing Tomorrow and Believe In Yourself (All Epsom Playhouse); featured tap dancer in 42nd Street at the Carl Alan Award Ceremony (Royal Lancaster Hotel, London) and dancer and host at the Variety Club Show Business Awards (Sky TV).

Theatre: 'Suitor Jeb' and understudy 'Gideon' and 'Frank' in Seven Brides For Seven Brothers (National UK Tour); 'Ensemble' and understudy 'Schlomo' and 'Goody' in Fame! The Musical (No.1 European Tour); 'Ensemble' in Aladdin for First Family Entertainment (Regent Theatre, Stoke-On-Trent).

Michael is thrilled to be joining the cast of Hairspray, and to be making his West End debut in his favorite musical! Michael would like to thank his teachers, brilliant friends and loving family for their endless love and encouragement. He hopes you enjoy the show!

For more information on Michael, please visit: www.christopherantonyassociates.co.uk

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