
Michelle Johnston
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.
Top Filmography

Southpaw
2015 // MOVIE

Palm Springs
2020 // MOVIE

Chicago
2002 // MOVIE

Showgirls
1995 // MOVIE

The Replacements
2000 // MOVIE

Dick Tracy
1990 // MOVIE

Staying Alive
1983 // MOVIE

The Desperate Hour
2022 // MOVIE

Grumpier Old Men
1995 // MOVIE

Hell's Kitchen
2005 // TV

One from the Heart
1982 // MOVIE

A Chorus Line
1985 // MOVIE

Opportunity Knocks
1990 // MOVIE

A Gnome Named Gnorm
1991 // MOVIE

Shout
1991 // MOVIE