A native of Tampa, Florida, Michael Mekus currently resides in Pittsburgh, where he is pursuing his B.F.A. in musical theatre at Point Park University. Michael made his professional debut performing in various regional theatre productions in Florida. Some favorite roles include Pippin (Pippin), Into the Woods (The Baker), Beauty and the Beast (The Beast) and many more. As a writer, Michael has been reviewing and providing feedback on film, music, and art recreationally for four years. In 2015, he finished writing his first full-length book and is currently working on his second. Aside from being incredibly passionate about theatre and writing, he is also an avid lover of politics, watching films, and supporting the Dallas Cowboys/Tampa Bay Lightning (Sorry, Steelers and Penguins fans).
BWW Review: THE ROYALE at City Theatre Showcases the Power of Sports and Theatre in 75 Brilliant Minutes
February 9, 2017
February 9, 2017
THE ROYALE at City Theatre follows the story of Heavyweight Champion boxer Jay Johnson as he deals with racial inequity and impacting African-American culture with his success.
BWW Review: THE LION IN WINTER at PICT Classic Theatre Provides Entertaining Night Led By Veteran Performer
December 19, 2016
December 19, 2016
Few things are as riveting as watching an actor or actress that demands an audience's attention 100% of the time while they are onstage/onscreen. Immediately, I think of Patti LuPone in Gypsy. Granted, Mama Rose is a role that's designed to be all-consuming, but LuPone was raved about as being mesmerizing, so much so that she inevitably won the Tony Award in 2008. Leonardo DiCaprio in Martin Scorsese's 2013 film The Wolf of Wall Street is another performance that comes to mind when I think of actors that require every ounce of my attention. Though a controversial film, DiCaprio was universally hailed for his brilliant portrayal of the morally questionable Jordan Belfort, so much so that he garnered himself an Oscar nomination.
BWW Review: I'M GONNA PRAY FOR YOU SO HARD at the REP Features Power-House Performances and a Tense Night at the Theatre
October 10, 2016
October 10, 2016
One of the most frightening and tense theatrical experiences Pittsburgh has to offer right now, supported by incredible sound design and brilliant performances.
BWW Review: HAND TO GOD at City Theatre is Wickedly Funny and Surprisingly Human
October 5, 2016
October 5, 2016
Showcasing demonic puppets, sex with students, and religous overtones works wonderfully in City Theatre's HAND TO GOD
BWW Review: Ben Vereen's STEPPIN' OUT at the Hillman Center Provides Magical and Mesmerizing Experience
September 22, 2016
September 22, 2016
Ben Vereen takes audience members through a poignant and mesmerizing night, reliving his fondest performance memories, emotional triumphs and tribulations from his career, homage to his idols, and all of his best Broadway highlights.
BWW Review: WIG OUT! at the REP Showcases as Much Humor as it Does Heart in Stunning Depiction of Drag Queen Community
September 13, 2016
September 13, 2016
The REP at the Pittsburgh Playhouse began its 2016-2017 season with a bang, producing a bold and unapologetically poignant piece of theatre featuring an incredibly diverse cast with an important social message.
BWW Interview: Ben Vereen of STEPPIN' OUT at The Hillman Center For Performing Arts and So Much More
August 26, 2016
August 26, 2016
The legendary artist discusses everything from Steppin' Out and the Rocky Horror Picture Show, Pittsburgh, the political scene, Diabetes, and so much more.
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