Michelle Johnston
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.
Acting
Movie
Southpaw
as Mrs. Doyle
2015
Movie
Palm Springs
as Nosy Neighbor
2020
Movie
Chicago
as Female Dancer
2002
Movie
Showgirls
as Gay
1995
Movie
The Replacements
as Fumiko's Girl
2000
Movie
Dick Tracy
as Dancer
1990
Movie
Staying Alive
as Dancer
1983
Movie
The Desperate Hour
as Heather (voice)
2022
Movie
Grumpier Old Men
as Sears Salesperson / Chicken Polka Girl
1995
TV
Hell's Kitchen
as Self
2005
Movie
One from the Heart
as Dancer (uncredited)
1982
Movie
A Chorus Line
as Bebe
1985
Movie
Opportunity Knocks
as Club Singer
1990
Movie
A Gnome Named Gnorm
as Stripper
1991
Movie
Shout
as Loretta
1991
Movie
The In Crowd
as Key Dancer
1988
TV
American Dreams
as Miss Johnston
2002
Movie
Sweet Jane
as Alice
1998
Movie
Faith
as Audition Choreographer
1990
Movie
California Casanova
as Laura
1991
Crew
Movie
The Curious Case of Benjamin Button
Choreographer
2008
Movie
The Break-Up
Choreographer
2006
Movie
Another Cinderella Story
Choreographer
2008
Movie
A Cinderella Story: Once Upon a Song
Choreographer
2011
Movie
A Cinderella Story: If the Shoe Fits
Director
2016
Movie
A Cinderella Story: Christmas Wish
Producer
2019
Movie
Sharpay's Fabulous Adventure
Choreographer
2011
Movie
The Odd Couple II
Choreographer
1998
Movie
A Cinderella Story: Starstruck
Director
2021
Movie
Blurt!
Director
2018
Movie
Madonna: The Girlie Show - Live Down Under
Choreographer
1993