
Michelle Johnston
Acting • Born 1964-10-04
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
20 credits
The Desperate Hour
Movie • 2022
Heather (voice)

Chicago
Movie • 2002
Female Dancer

A Chorus Line
Movie • 1985
Bebe

Opportunity Knocks
Movie • 1990
Club Singer

Dick Tracy
Movie • 1990
Dancer

A Gnome Named Gnorm
Movie • 1991
Stripper

Staying Alive
Movie • 1983
Dancer

The In Crowd
Movie • 1988
Key Dancer

The Replacements
Movie • 2000
Fumiko's Girl

Faith
Movie • 1990
Audition Choreographer

Sweet Jane
Movie • 1998
Alice

One from the Heart
Movie • 1982
Dancer (uncredited)

California Casanova
Movie • 1991
Laura

Grumpier Old Men
Movie • 1995
Sears Salesperson / Chicken Polka Girl

Shout
Movie • 1991
Loretta

Southpaw
Movie • 2015
Mrs. Doyle

Showgirls
Movie • 1995
Gay

Palm Springs
Movie • 2020
Nosy Neighbor

American Dreams
TV • 2002
Miss Johnston

Hell's Kitchen
TV • 2005
Self