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Michelle Johnston

Acting
1964-10-04
California, USA
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.
Known For 20 titles
Hell's Kitchen (2005) subtitle poster
Hell's Kitchen
2005 TV
as Self
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American Dreams (2002) subtitle poster
American Dreams
2002 TV
as Miss Johnston
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Southpaw (2015) subtitle poster
Southpaw
2015 Movie
as Mrs. Doyle
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Showgirls (1995) subtitle poster
Showgirls
1995 Movie
as Gay
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Chicago (2002) subtitle poster
Chicago
2002 Movie
as Female Dancer
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Palm Springs (2020) subtitle poster
Palm Springs
2020 Movie
as Nosy Neighbor
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The Replacements (2000) subtitle poster
The Replacements
2000 Movie
as Fumiko's Girl
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Dick Tracy (1990) subtitle poster
Dick Tracy
1990 Movie
as Dancer
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Staying Alive (1983) subtitle poster
Staying Alive
1983 Movie
as Dancer
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Grumpier Old Men (1995) subtitle poster
Grumpier Old Men
1995 Movie
as Sears Salesperson / Chicken Polka Girl
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A Gnome Named Gnorm (1991) subtitle poster
A Gnome Named Gnorm
1991 Movie
as Stripper
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A Chorus Line (1985) subtitle poster
A Chorus Line
1985 Movie
as Bebe
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One from the Heart (1982) subtitle poster
One from the Heart
1982 Movie
as Dancer (uncredited)
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The Desperate Hour (2022) subtitle poster
The Desperate Hour
2022 Movie
as Heather (voice)
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Opportunity Knocks (1990) subtitle poster
Opportunity Knocks
1990 Movie
as Club Singer
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Sweet Jane (1998) subtitle poster
Sweet Jane
1998 Movie
as Alice
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The In Crowd (1988) subtitle poster
The In Crowd
1988 Movie
as Key Dancer
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Shout (1991) subtitle poster
Shout
1991 Movie
as Loretta
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Faith (1990) subtitle poster
Faith
1990 Movie
as Audition Choreographer
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California Casanova (1991) subtitle poster
California Casanova
1991 Movie
as Laura
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