Michael J Barnes
Birth Place: Tulsa, OK
Latest News on Michael J Barnes:
BWW Interview: Director Michael J. Barnes Talks the Holiday Magic of THE SNOW QUEEN at The Hilberry in Detroit! (Nov 18, 2021)
Alabama Shakespeare Festival Brings ALL IS CALM: THE CHRISTMAS TRUCE OF 1914 to the Stage (Nov 27, 2019)
AVENUE Q Brings the Laughs To The Hilberry (Sep 7, 2018)
BWW Interview: Director Michael J. Barnes Talks the Holiday Magic of THE SNOW QUEEN at The Hilberry in Detroit! (Nov 18, 2021)
Alabama Shakespeare Festival Brings ALL IS CALM: THE CHRISTMAS TRUCE OF 1914 to the Stage (Nov 27, 2019)
AVENUE Q Brings the Laughs To The Hilberry (Sep 7, 2018)
BIO
Michael J. Barnes is a voice, speech, dialect, and text coach; director; and actor.
He has voice/speech/dialect/text coached regionally and off-Broadway at theatres which include the Utah Shakespearean Festival, Shakespeare Santa Cruz, Arena Stage, Wilma Theatre, Studio Theatre (DC), Rep Stage Company, Pearl Theatre, People’s Light and Theatre, Venture Theatre, Denver Center Theatre Company, and Colorado Shakespeare Festival. He has coached the films The Witch (Sundance Festival Award-Winner), Convicted (Aiden Quinn, Kelly Preston and Tim Daily, directed by Academy Award winner Bille August) and Broken Bridges (Kelly Preston, Toby Keith, Burt Reynolds, Tess Harper; directed by Steven Goldman), and coached Faye Dunaway as Maria Callas for the as the yet unreleased Master Class.
Shows directed: Ain’t Misbehavin’, Sister Act, Legally Blonde, Next to Normal, Love’s Labours Lost, Urinetown, Dragon Pack Snack Attack (world premiere), Peter Pan, Guys & Dolls, Bat Boy, Hairspray, Hollywood/Ukraine, The Full Monty, Pippin, Ragtime: The Musical, Uncommon Women and Others, Into the Woods, Little Shop of Horrors, Desdemona: A Play About a Handkerchief, How I Learned to Drive, and Eastern Standard, as well as several new plays for Philadelphia Young Playwrights’ Festival.
He is an Associate Professor at Wayne State University and is the former Artistic Director for the Maggie Allesee Department of theatre and Dance and the Head of the BFA program in Acting. He holds an MFA from The National Theatre Conservatory, a BFA from the University of Oklahoma, post-graduate studies at Cambridge University, and is a Certified Associate Teacher of Fitzmaurice VoiceWork. He is also the President of the Voice & Speech Trainers Association. Before coming to WSU, he was on the faculties of the University of Miami and Temple University.
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VIDEO: Watch the Cast of LEGALLY BLONDE Performing 'Oh My God You Guys' at Theatre and Dance at Wayne
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BWW Interview: Director Michael J. Barnes Talks the Holiday Magic of THE SNOW QUEEN at The Hilberry in Detroit!
The Snow Queen opens this weekend on November 19th at The Hilberry Theatre to bring magic and fun for the holiday season to Detroit. BroadwayWorld Detroit had a moment to speak with Michael J. Barnes, the director of The Snow Queen and why Detroit audience will love this classic fairy tale.
The Snow Queen opens this weekend on November 19th at The Hilberry Theatre to bring magic and fun for the holiday season to Detroit. BroadwayWorld Detroit had a moment to speak with Michael J. Barnes, the director of The Snow Queen and why Detroit audience will love this classic fairy tale.
Alabama Shakespeare Festival Brings ALL IS CALM: THE CHRISTMAS TRUCE OF 1914 to the Stage
Alabama Shakespeare Festival presents All Is Calm: The Christmas Truce of 1914 by Peter Rothstein, with vocal arrangements by Erick Lichte and Timothy C. Takach, on the Octagon Stage December 7 - 29, 2019. Directed by Melissa Rain Anderson, this dramatic retelling weaves together firsthand accounts of World War I soldiers with patriotic tunes, trench songs, and Christmas carols.
Alabama Shakespeare Festival presents All Is Calm: The Christmas Truce of 1914 by Peter Rothstein, with vocal arrangements by Erick Lichte and Timothy C. Takach, on the Octagon Stage December 7 - 29, 2019. Directed by Melissa Rain Anderson, this dramatic retelling weaves together firsthand accounts of World War I soldiers with patriotic tunes, trench songs, and Christmas carols.
AVENUE Q Brings the Laughs To The Hilberry
The Maggie Allesee Department of Theatre and Dance, a program within the College of Fine, Performing, and Communication Arts at Wayne State University, is excited to launch the 2018-2019 season with the three-time Tony Award-winning Broadway musical "Avenue Q," an uproarious adult parody of children's puppet shows like "Sesame Street", "The Muppets", and "Mr. Rodgers Neighborhood". Created by by duo Robert Lopez ("Book of Mormon", "Frozen", "Coco") and Jeff Marx, "Avenue Q" has been shocking and delighting audiences since its premier in 2003. This modern classic won three Tony Awards, including the "Triple Crown" for Best Musical, Best Score, and Best Book.
The Maggie Allesee Department of Theatre and Dance, a program within the College of Fine, Performing, and Communication Arts at Wayne State University, is excited to launch the 2018-2019 season with the three-time Tony Award-winning Broadway musical "Avenue Q," an uproarious adult parody of children's puppet shows like "Sesame Street", "The Muppets", and "Mr. Rodgers Neighborhood". Created by by duo Robert Lopez ("Book of Mormon", "Frozen", "Coco") and Jeff Marx, "Avenue Q" has been shocking and delighting audiences since its premier in 2003. This modern classic won three Tony Awards, including the "Triple Crown" for Best Musical, Best Score, and Best Book.
Photo Flash: In Rehearsal With HSRT's THE ODD COUPLE
Hope Summer Repertory Theatre is currently in rehearsals for its upcoming production of THE ODD COUPLE by Neil Simon, and BroadwayWorld has the First Look look at the production below!
Hope Summer Repertory Theatre is currently in rehearsals for its upcoming production of THE ODD COUPLE by Neil Simon, and BroadwayWorld has the First Look look at the production below!
Photo Flash: First Look at World Premiere Musical Opening At Hope Summer Rep
Hope Summer Repertory Theatre opened its World Premiere production of Erik Durham's musical, DRAGON PACK SNACK ATTACK, and BroadwayWorld has a first look at the production below!
Hope Summer Repertory Theatre opened its World Premiere production of Erik Durham's musical, DRAGON PACK SNACK ATTACK, and BroadwayWorld has a first look at the production below!
Photo Flash: In Rehearsal With Hope Summer Rep's DRAGON PACK SNACK ATTACK
Hope Summer Repertory Theatre is currently in rehearsals for its upcoming World Premiere production of Erik Durham's musical, DRAGON PACK SNACK ATTACK, and BroadwayWorld has a behind-the-scenes look at rehearsals below!
Hope Summer Repertory Theatre is currently in rehearsals for its upcoming World Premiere production of Erik Durham's musical, DRAGON PACK SNACK ATTACK, and BroadwayWorld has a behind-the-scenes look at rehearsals below!
Hope Summer Rep Begins Rehearsals For 47th Season
Hope Summer Repertory Theatre (HSRT), Western Michigan's premier summer theatre, has begun rehearsals for their highly anticipated 2018 season! The company was established at Hope College in 1972 and is entering their 47th Season with newly named New York City Theatre Artist Lenny Banovez, as the company's new Artistic Director.
Hope Summer Repertory Theatre (HSRT), Western Michigan's premier summer theatre, has begun rehearsals for their highly anticipated 2018 season! The company was established at Hope College in 1972 and is entering their 47th Season with newly named New York City Theatre Artist Lenny Banovez, as the company's new Artistic Director.
SISTER ACT: THE MUSICAL Comes to Wayne State
The Maggie Allesee Department of Theatre and Dance is proud to present "Sister Act: The Musical", April 13 through 22, 2018. This reimagining of the classic film features music by Tony- and eight-time Oscar winner, Alan Menken (Newsies, Beauty and the Beast, Little Shop of Horrors). This exciting new musical was nominated for five Tony Awards, including Best Musical.
The Maggie Allesee Department of Theatre and Dance is proud to present "Sister Act: The Musical", April 13 through 22, 2018. This reimagining of the classic film features music by Tony- and eight-time Oscar winner, Alan Menken (Newsies, Beauty and the Beast, Little Shop of Horrors). This exciting new musical was nominated for five Tony Awards, including Best Musical.
VIDEO: Watch the Cast of LEGALLY BLONDE Performing 'Oh My God You Guys' at Theatre and Dance at Wayne
Theatre and Dance at Wayne concludes its 2016-2017 Season with Legally Blonde, playing through April 23 at the Bonstelle Theatre.
Theatre and Dance at Wayne concludes its 2016-2017 Season with Legally Blonde, playing through April 23 at the Bonstelle Theatre.
Photo Flash: First Look at Theatre and Dance at Wayne's LEGALLY BLONDE
Theatre and Dance at Wayne concludes its 2016-2017 Season with Legally Blonde, playing through April 23 at the Bonstelle Theatre.
Theatre and Dance at Wayne concludes its 2016-2017 Season with Legally Blonde, playing through April 23 at the Bonstelle Theatre.
LEGALLY BLONDE and More to Close Theatre and Dance at Wayne's 2016-17 Season
Theatre and Dance at Wayne concludes its 2016-2017 Season with three productions that showcase the scope of the program's dramatic capabilities.
Theatre and Dance at Wayne concludes its 2016-2017 Season with three productions that showcase the scope of the program's dramatic capabilities.
Theatre and Dance at Wayne's LOVE'S LABOUR'S LOST Begins Today at Hilberry Theatre
As Detroit and Wayne State University gear up to host the touring First Folio of Shakespeare's works at the Detroit Institute of Arts and Detroit Public Library, the Maggie Allesee Department of Theatre and Dance will celebrate the Bard's enduring work with LOVE'S LABOUR'S LOST at the Hilberry Theatre.
As Detroit and Wayne State University gear up to host the touring First Folio of Shakespeare's works at the Detroit Institute of Arts and Detroit Public Library, the Maggie Allesee Department of Theatre and Dance will celebrate the Bard's enduring work with LOVE'S LABOUR'S LOST at the Hilberry Theatre.
The Hilberry's LOVE'S LABOUR's LOST Puts Shakespeare in the 1940s and Celebrates the Valentine's season
As Detroit and Wayne State University gear up to host the touring First Folio of Shakespeare's works at the Detroit Institute of Arts and Detroit Public Library, the Maggie Allesee Department of Theatre and Dance will celebrate the Bard's enduring work with Love's Labour's Lost at the Hilberry Theatre. Join the excitement as a group of merry young men vow to maintain chastity as they focus on their studies. However, when the beautiful Princess of France and her ladies arrive, the men have trouble keeping their oath.
As Detroit and Wayne State University gear up to host the touring First Folio of Shakespeare's works at the Detroit Institute of Arts and Detroit Public Library, the Maggie Allesee Department of Theatre and Dance will celebrate the Bard's enduring work with Love's Labour's Lost at the Hilberry Theatre. Join the excitement as a group of merry young men vow to maintain chastity as they focus on their studies. However, when the beautiful Princess of France and her ladies arrive, the men have trouble keeping their oath.
Theatre and Dance at Wayne to Stage LOVE'S LABOUR'S LOST at Hilberry Theatre
As Detroit and Wayne State University gear up to host the touring First Folio of Shakespeare's works at the Detroit Institute of Arts and Detroit Public Library, the Maggie Allesee Department of Theatre and Dance will celebrate the Bard's enduring work with LOVE'S LABOUR'S LOST at the Hilberry Theatre.
As Detroit and Wayne State University gear up to host the touring First Folio of Shakespeare's works at the Detroit Institute of Arts and Detroit Public Library, the Maggie Allesee Department of Theatre and Dance will celebrate the Bard's enduring work with LOVE'S LABOUR'S LOST at the Hilberry Theatre.
INSPECTING CAROL Opens Tonight at Hilberry Theatre
The Maggie Allesee Department of Theatre and Dance continues its 2015-16 season tonight, December 4th at the Hilberry Theatre with Inspecting Carol.
The Maggie Allesee Department of Theatre and Dance continues its 2015-16 season tonight, December 4th at the Hilberry Theatre with Inspecting Carol.
INSPECTING CAROL Opens 12/4 at Hilberry Theatre
The Maggie Allesee Department of Theatre and Dance continues its 2015-16 season on December 4th at the Hilberry Theatre with Inspecting Carol. Step right in to the holiday season with all its merriment, festivities, stress and joy. At the theatre, there's no better story to set the tone for this part of the year than the well-loved Christmas Carol. Charles Dickens' words come alive onstage for generations of thespians and patrons year after year.
The Maggie Allesee Department of Theatre and Dance continues its 2015-16 season on December 4th at the Hilberry Theatre with Inspecting Carol. Step right in to the holiday season with all its merriment, festivities, stress and joy. At the theatre, there's no better story to set the tone for this part of the year than the well-loved Christmas Carol. Charles Dickens' words come alive onstage for generations of thespians and patrons year after year.
BWW Review: Hilberry Theatre Presents Heart-wrenching Drama THE GREAT GATSBY Thru Jan 9
Now on stage at the Hilberry Theatre at Wayne State University is The Maggie Allesee Department of Theatre and Dance production of THE GREAT GATSBY. This moving drama tells the story of greed, betrayal and inequality in the fictional town of West Egg on prosperous Long Island in the summer of 1922. The young and mysterious millionaire Jay Gatsby (played marvelously by Santino Craven) has a quixotic passion and obsession for the beautiful former debutante Daisy Buchanan (played beautifully by Devri Chism). The drama brings the classic 1925 novel written by American author F. Scott Fitzgerald to life.
Now on stage at the Hilberry Theatre at Wayne State University is The Maggie Allesee Department of Theatre and Dance production of THE GREAT GATSBY. This moving drama tells the story of greed, betrayal and inequality in the fictional town of West Egg on prosperous Long Island in the summer of 1922. The young and mysterious millionaire Jay Gatsby (played marvelously by Santino Craven) has a quixotic passion and obsession for the beautiful former debutante Daisy Buchanan (played beautifully by Devri Chism). The drama brings the classic 1925 novel written by American author F. Scott Fitzgerald to life.
THE GREAT GATSBY Opens Tonight at Hilberry Theatre
The Maggie Allesee Department of Theatre and Dance continues its 2015-16 season tonight, October 30 at the Hilberry Theatre with the opening of THE GREAT GATSBY. Wayne State University is delighted to present the only authorized stage interpretation of F. Scott Fitzgerald's classic novel, adapted by Simon Levy, featuring the memorable characters of the story interacting in its famous Gilded Age setting.
The Maggie Allesee Department of Theatre and Dance continues its 2015-16 season tonight, October 30 at the Hilberry Theatre with the opening of THE GREAT GATSBY. Wayne State University is delighted to present the only authorized stage interpretation of F. Scott Fitzgerald's classic novel, adapted by Simon Levy, featuring the memorable characters of the story interacting in its famous Gilded Age setting.
THE GREAT GATSBY to Open October 30 at Hilberry Theatre
The Maggie Allesee Department of Theatre and Dance continues its 2015-16 season on October 30 at the Hilberry Theatre with the opening of THE GREAT GATSBY. Wayne State University is delighted to present the only authorized stage interpretation of F. Scott Fitzgerald's classic novel, adapted by Simon Levy, featuring the memorable characters of the story interacting in its famous Gilded Age setting.
The Maggie Allesee Department of Theatre and Dance continues its 2015-16 season on October 30 at the Hilberry Theatre with the opening of THE GREAT GATSBY. Wayne State University is delighted to present the only authorized stage interpretation of F. Scott Fitzgerald's classic novel, adapted by Simon Levy, featuring the memorable characters of the story interacting in its famous Gilded Age setting.
Photo Flash: First Look at Utah Shakespeare's THE TAMING OF THE SHREW; Shows Added!
THE TAMING OF THE SHREW, directed by Utah Shakespeare Festival Founder Fred C. Adams, is a huge hit, which has prompted the Festival to add two matinee performances of this hilarious battle of the sexes. The additional shows will be at 2 p.m. on August 5 and 18 in the Auditorium Theatre. The production runs through September 5, 2015. Scroll down for a look at the show!
THE TAMING OF THE SHREW, directed by Utah Shakespeare Festival Founder Fred C. Adams, is a huge hit, which has prompted the Festival to add two matinee performances of this hilarious battle of the sexes. The additional shows will be at 2 p.m. on August 5 and 18 in the Auditorium Theatre. The production runs through September 5, 2015. Scroll down for a look at the show!
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