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BIO

Broadway: Dividing the Estate, Old Acquaintance (Roundabout Theatre Co.), Enchanted April (Outer Critics Circle nom.). Off-Broadway: Drama Desk Award, and Outer Critics Circle Award for Outstanding Direction of a Play for his premiere production of Horton Foote's three part, nine hour The Orphans' Home Cycle. Other premieres by Horton Foote: The Carpetbagger's Children (LCT), Dividing the Estate and The Day Emily Married (Primary Stages), and The Death of Papa (Hartford Stage); Christopher Shinn's What Didn't Happen (Playwrights Horizons), Tina Howe's Chasing Manet, Eve Ensler's Necessary Targets, Jane Anderson's Defying Gravity and the New York premiere of Tennessee Williams' The Red Devil Battery Sign. Resident: Alley Theatre (Associate Director 1990-98), American Repertory Theatre, Goodman Theatre, Guthrie Theatre, Philadelphia Theatre Co., Long Wharf Theatre and Hartford Stage, where in 12 seasons as Artistic Director, he has directed plays by Ludlam, O'Neill and Shakespeare as well as premieres by David Grimm, Jeremy Sams, and Tennessee Williams. International: Tony Kushner's Angels in America, Parts I and II (Venice Biennale). Awards: Princess Grace Foundation-USA Statue, Elliot Norton and Daryl Roth Creative Spirit Awards. Education: Morehead-Cain Scholar, UNC-Chapel Hill.

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Productions

The King's SpeechThe King's Speech
 
[Washington, DC (Regional), 2020]
Director
The Young Man From AtlantaThe Young Man From Atlanta
 
[Off-Broadway, 2019]
Director
The King's SpeechThe King's Speech
 
[Chicago (Regional), 2019]
Director
The Night of the IguanaThe Night of the Iguana
 
[Regional (US), 2017]
Director
The Roads to HomeThe Roads to Home
 
[Off-Broadway, 2016] [Replacement]
Director[Replacement]
Incident at VichyIncident at Vichy
 
[Off-Broadway, 2015]
Director
The Old FriendsThe Old Friends
 
[Off-Broadway, 2013]
Director
The Trip to BountifulThe Trip to Bountiful
 
[Broadway, 2013]
Director
Talley's FollyTalley's Folly
 
[Off-Broadway, 2013]
Director
Gore Vidal's The Best ManGore Vidal's The Best Man
 
[Broadway, 2012]
Director
PickedPicked
 
[Off-Broadway, 2011]
Director
The Milk Train Doesn't Stop Here AnymoreThe Milk Train Doesn't Stop Here Anymore
 
[Off-Broadway, 2011]
Director
The Orphans' Home CycleThe Orphans' Home Cycle
 
[Off-Broadway, 2010]
Director
Chasing Manet
 
[Off-Broadway, 2009]
Director
To Kill a Mockingbird
 
[Regional (US), 2009]
Director
Dividing The EstateDividing The Estate
 
[Broadway, 2008]
Director
Dividing the Estate
 
[Off-Broadway, 2007]
Director
Old AcquaintanceOld Acquaintance
 
[Broadway, 2007]
Director
Chitty Chitty Bang BangChitty Chitty Bang Bang
 
[Broadway, 2005]
Producer
The Day Emily Married
 
[Off-Broadway, 2004]
Director
Enchanted AprilEnchanted April
 
[Broadway, 2003]
Director
What Didn't Happen
 
[Off-Broadway, 2002]
Director
The Carpetbagger's Children
 
[Off-Broadway, 2002]
Director
Necessary Targets
 
[Off-Broadway, 2002]
Director
Defying Gravity
 
[Off-Broadway, 1997]
Director
The Red Devil Battery Sign
 
[Off-Broadway, 1996]
Director

Movies

The Men in Her Life
[ 1941 ] writer
Colt Comrades
[ 1943 ] writer
Border Patrol
[ 1943 ] writer
Bar 20
[ 1943 ] writer
Forty Thieves
[ 1944 ] writer
A Place in the Sun
[ 1951 ] writer
5 Fingers
[ 1952 ] writer
Carnival Story
[ 1954 ] writer
Friendly Persuasion
[ 1956 ] writer
The Bridge on the River Kwai
[ 1957 ] writer
The Two-Headed Spy
[ 1958 ] writer
5 Branded Women
[ 1960 ] writer
Lawrence of Arabia
[ 1962 ] writer
The Sandpiper
[ 1965 ] writer
Planet of the Apes
[ 1968 ] writer
Che!
[ 1969 ] writer

Awards and Nominations

Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2013 - Outstanding Director of a Play

Michael Wilson, The Trip to Bountiful

Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2003 - Outstanding Director of a Play

Michael Wilson, Enchanted April

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DEATH OF A SALESMAN to be Presented at PlayMakers Repertory Company Photo
DEATH OF A SALESMAN to be Presented at PlayMakers Repertory Company
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 13, 2025

PlayMakers Repertory Company will present Arthur Miller's Tony Award and Pulitzer Prize-winning classic Death of a Salesman. Learn more about the production and see how to purchase tickets.
Last Chance To Vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld San Francisco / Bay Area Awards; IN THE HEIGHTS at Cabrillo Stage Leads Best Musical!
by BWW Awards - Dec 27, 2024

This is the last chance to vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld San Francisco / Bay Area Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
Final Week To Vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld San Francisco / Bay Area Awards; Cabrillo Stage Leads Favorite Local Theatre!
by BWW Awards - Dec 23, 2024

This is the final week to vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld San Francisco / Bay Area Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
Ford's Theatre Holds Military Appreciation Night at A CHRISTMAS CAROL Photo
Ford's Theatre Holds Military Appreciation Night at A CHRISTMAS CAROL
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 17, 2024

Ford's Theatre held its third annual Military Appreciation Night performance of A Christmas Carol. This special event continues Ford's longtime efforts to share arts appreciation with veterans and active military members.
Vote For The 2024 BroadwayWorld San Francisco / Bay Area Awards; IN THE HEIGHTS at Cabrillo Stage Leads Best Musical!
by BWW Awards - Dec 16, 2024

Voting continues for the 2024 BroadwayWorld San Francisco / Bay Area Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
Lyle Lovett Adds Additional Dates To 2025 U.S. Tour Photo
Lyle Lovett Adds Additional Dates To 2025 U.S. Tour
by Josh Sharpe - Dec 10, 2024

4x Grammy Award-winning singer, composer and actor Lyle Lovett has announced additional dates to his extensive 2025 tour with his Acoustic Group. Tickets for the newly added shows will be available this week.
Latest Standings Announced For The 2024 BWW San Francisco / Bay Area Awards
by BWW Awards - Dec 9, 2024

Don't miss your chance to vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld San Francisco / Bay Area Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
Review: USHERING IN THE HOLIDAYS WITH ITS A WONDERFUL LIFE: A LIVE RADIO PLAY at Tamp Photo
Review: USHERING IN THE HOLIDAYS WITH ITS A WONDERFUL LIFE: A LIVE RADIO PLAY at TampaRep
by Drew Eberhard - Dec 8, 2024

What did our critic think of USHERING IN THE HOLIDAYS WITH ITS A WONDERFUL LIFE: A LIVE RADIO PLAY at TampaRep?
Katrina Lenk to Replace Taylor Schilling in THE COWARDS Industry Reading Photo
Katrina Lenk to Replace Taylor Schilling in THE COWARDS Industry Reading
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 5, 2024

Katrina Lenk has joined the cast for the December 6 industry reading of The Cowards: A Marvelously Queer New Comedy, written by Ryan O’Connor. Lenk replaces Taylor Schilling. See who else is starring and learn more!
First Standings Announced For The 2024 BWW San Francisco / Bay Area Awards
by BWW Awards - Dec 2, 2024

Check out the first stats for the 2024 BroadwayWorld San Francisco / Bay Area Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
Craig Wallace to Return As Ebenezer Scrooge In Ford's Theatre's A CHRISTMAS CAROL Photo
Craig Wallace to Return As Ebenezer Scrooge In Ford's Theatre's A CHRISTMAS CAROL
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 30, 2024

Craig Wallace will reprise his role as Ebenezer Scrooge in Ford’s Theatre's production of A CHRISTMAS CAROL, bringing the classic holiday tale to life. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
A CHRISTMAS CAROL Returns To Hartford Stage This Season Photo
A CHRISTMAS CAROL Returns To Hartford Stage This Season
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 29, 2024

Experience the return of A CHRISTMAS CAROL at Hartford Stage this season, offering a classic holiday experience for audiences.
Taylor Schilling, Ryan O'Connor & More to Star in THE COWARDS Industry Reading Photo
Taylor Schilling, Ryan O'Connor & More to Star in THE COWARDS Industry Reading
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 11, 2024

The new play The Cowards: A Marvelously Queer New Comedy, written by playwright/actor Ryan O’Connor, will have an industry reading in December, starring Taylor Schilling and more. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
Alexis Michelle To Star In TASTY TREATS At Joe's Pub Photo
Alexis Michelle To Star In TASTY TREATS At Joe's Pub
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 11, 2024

Alexis Michelle brings her cabaret show TASTY TREATS to Joe's Pub, featuring a mix of music and storytelling. The performance promises an entertaining evening for audiences on October 10, 2024.
Will Geer Theatricum Botanicum Presents 70th Anniversary Screening Of SALT OF THE EAR Photo
Will Geer Theatricum Botanicum Presents 70th Anniversary Screening Of SALT OF THE EARTH
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 11, 2024

A 70th anniversary screening of SALT OF THE EARTH will take place on Oct 27, featuring a reunion of the children of the blacklisted, pro-union film's creators.
UTA Names Patrick Herold And Rachel Viola Co-Heads Of Theatre Photo
UTA Names Patrick Herold And Rachel Viola Co-Heads Of Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 14, 2024

UTA has named Patrick Herold and Rachel Viola co-heads of the agency’s theatre practice. Read more.
Exclusive: Oh My Pod U Guys- Creating FOWL PLAY with Billy Recce and Yoni Weiss Photo
Exclusive: Oh My Pod U Guys- Creating FOWL PLAY with Billy Recce and Yoni Weiss
by Jayke Workman - Aug 11, 2024

This week we have a short and sweet BroadwayWorld Recap with all the hottest Bway news from BroadwayWorld.com! Then I am joined by creatives Yoni Weiss and Billy Recce to talk about their amazing careers, and their current off-broadway show, Fowl Play.
Review: CAT ON A HOT TIN ROOF at The Grandel Opens the 9th Annual Tennessee Williams Photo
Review: CAT ON A HOT TIN ROOF at The Grandel Opens the 9th Annual Tennessee Williams Festival St. Louis
by James Lindhorst - Aug 10, 2024

The 9th Annual Tennessee Williams Festival St. Louis opened on Thursday evening with stunning production of CAT ON A HOT TIN ROOF. Acclaimed director Michael Wilson has tailored a blistering production with a talented group of local actors to tell Williams’ story of lies deceit, sexual repression, strained familial relationships, and mortality. The highly anticipated production continues at The Grandel Theatre through August 18th as part of the festival events.
Interview: Chatting with Michael Wilson Director of CAT ON A HOT TIN ROOF in St. Loui Photo
Interview: Chatting with Michael Wilson Director of CAT ON A HOT TIN ROOF in St. Louis
by James Lindhorst - Jul 3, 2024

Acclaimed theatre director Michael Wilson will be spending the summer in St. Louis to helm the Tennessee Williams Festival St. Louis’ production of CAT ON A HOT TIN ROOF. Wilson, who has long examined the works of Tennessee Williams could not pass up the opportunity to work in St. Louis.  
TENNESSEE WILLIAMS FESTIVAL St. Louis Returns to Year-Round Programming with 9th Annu Photo
TENNESSEE WILLIAMS FESTIVAL St. Louis Returns to Year-Round Programming with 9th Annual Festival In August
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 28, 2024

The Tennessee Williams Festival St. Louis has announced the cast for their upcoming production of CAT ON A HOT TIN ROOF, featuring a talented ensemble set to bring the classic play to life.
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What awards has Michael Wilson been nominated for?

Outstanding Director of a Play (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for The Trip to Bountiful and Outstanding Director of a Play (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Enchanted April .

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