Michael Manuel
Latest News on Michael Manuel:
Photos: 45th Annual A CHRISTMAS CAROL At South Coast Repertory (Dec 4, 2025)
Celebrate 45 Years of A CHRISTMAS CAROL at South Coast Repertory (Nov 4, 2025)
Photos: MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET At South Coast Repertory Theatre (Sep 17, 2025)
Photos: 45th Annual A CHRISTMAS CAROL At South Coast Repertory (Dec 4, 2025)
Celebrate 45 Years of A CHRISTMAS CAROL at South Coast Repertory (Nov 4, 2025)
Photos: MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET At South Coast Repertory Theatre (Sep 17, 2025)
BIO
Michael Manuel is an award-winning Actor who has performed in productions throughout the United States. He has coached Oscar, Tony, Grammy, and Emmy award-winning performers.
In Los Angeles he has performed with A Noise Within (LADCC, Ovation, Performance of the Year LA Theatre Bites and Stage Scene LA awards for Frankenstein), Pasadena Playhouse (LADCC Nomination for The Father with Alfred Molina), Mark Taper Forum, Geffen Playhouse, Upright Citizens Brigade, The Groundlings, LA Shakespeare Festival, and South Coast Rep among others. Michael is a member of Interact Theatre Company (Ovation, LADCC Awards) and the Main Company of Impro Theatre. Some regional credits include the Alley Theatre, Berkeley Rep, Seattle Rep, Yale Rep, Shakespeare Theatre DC, New Jersey Shakespeare Festival among others.
He has worked in film and television extensively for years.
In addition to books, videogames and commercials he has narrated a number of films and documentaries.
As a writer, he contributed to John Legend Solo Piano Show and wrote the John Legend Christmas Show.
Michael is a 2023 Lunt-Fontanne Fellow and a graduate of the Yale School of Drama.
He is represented by Ellis Talent Group and Zachary Management.
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Exclusive: Graham Phillips & Krystina Alabado Sing 'Move On' in Rehearsal For Pasadena Playhouse's SUNDAY IN THE PARK WITH GEORGE
by Alan Henry - 2023-02-06 12:00:20
VIDEO: First Look at THE FATHER at Pasadena Playhouse, Starring Alfred Molina
by Stephi Wild - 2020-02-17 05:48:54
News
Photos: 45th Annual A CHRISTMAS CAROL At South Coast Repertory
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 4, 2025
South Coast Repertory is celebrating 45 years of bringing Orange County the timeless tale of Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol. Check out photos of the production.
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 4, 2025
South Coast Repertory is celebrating 45 years of bringing Orange County the timeless tale of Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol. Check out photos of the production.
Celebrate 45 Years of A CHRISTMAS CAROL at South Coast Repertory
by Stephi Wild - Nov 4, 2025
With special elements designed to enhance the theatergoing experience, South Coast Repertory celebrates 45 years of bringing Orange County the timeless tale of Charles Dickens' A Christmas Carol.
by Stephi Wild - Nov 4, 2025
With special elements designed to enhance the theatergoing experience, South Coast Repertory celebrates 45 years of bringing Orange County the timeless tale of Charles Dickens' A Christmas Carol.
Photos: MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET At South Coast Repertory Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 17, 2025
South Coast Repertory has opened its 62nd season with MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET, running September 13–October 19, 2025, on the Segerstrom Stage. Check out photos of the production.
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 17, 2025
South Coast Repertory has opened its 62nd season with MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET, running September 13–October 19, 2025, on the Segerstrom Stage. Check out photos of the production.
Video: A CHRISTMAS CAROL at South Coast Repertory Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Dec 6, 2024
A Christmas Carol is now playing at South Coast Repertory Theatre. Performances run through December 24, 2024. Watch an all new video trailer and learn more about the show here!
by Stephi Wild - Dec 6, 2024
A Christmas Carol is now playing at South Coast Repertory Theatre. Performances run through December 24, 2024. Watch an all new video trailer and learn more about the show here!
A CHRISTMAS CAROL Comes to South Coast Repertory
by Stephi Wild - Nov 22, 2024
South Coast Repertory will share with Orange County audiences the 44th production of the Charles Dickens classic, A Christmas Carol, adapted by Jerry Patch, and directed by Hisa Takakuwa.
by Stephi Wild - Nov 22, 2024
South Coast Repertory will share with Orange County audiences the 44th production of the Charles Dickens classic, A Christmas Carol, adapted by Jerry Patch, and directed by Hisa Takakuwa.
In Other People's Shoes to Launch SHOW & TELL SERIES at the Lineage Performing Arts Center
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 4, 2024
In Other People's Shoes Productions will launch its first public event, the SHOW & TELL SERIES. Learn more about the series.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 4, 2024
In Other People's Shoes Productions will launch its first public event, the SHOW & TELL SERIES. Learn more about the series.
Jerry Zaks Will Lead The Nation's Top Regional Theater Actors As Master Teacher For The 2023 Lunt-Fontanne Fellowship Program
by A.A. Cristi - May 17, 2023
Ten Chimneys Foundation has announced prominent director Jerry Zaks will serve as Master Teacher for the 2023 Lunt-Fontanne Fellowship Program, a national program to serve the future of American theater.
by A.A. Cristi - May 17, 2023
Ten Chimneys Foundation has announced prominent director Jerry Zaks will serve as Master Teacher for the 2023 Lunt-Fontanne Fellowship Program, a national program to serve the future of American theater.
Review: SUNDAY IN THE PARK WITH GEORGE at Pasadena Playhouse
by Evan Henerson - Mar 10, 2023
The Pasadena Playhouse has drawn the curtain on its 2023 Sondheim Celebration with a lush and poignant rendering of SUNDAY. Directed by Sarna Lapine, the production is a west coast remount of her 2017 Broadway revival with an entirely new cast, but with the same technical team.
by Evan Henerson - Mar 10, 2023
The Pasadena Playhouse has drawn the curtain on its 2023 Sondheim Celebration with a lush and poignant rendering of SUNDAY. Directed by Sarna Lapine, the production is a west coast remount of her 2017 Broadway revival with an entirely new cast, but with the same technical team.
Final Two Weeks To Catch SUNDAY IN THE PARK WITH GEORGE At Pasadena Playhouse
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 8, 2023
Pasadena Playhouse's Sondheim Celebration production of Sunday in the Park with George, is in its final two weeks, and must close Sunday, March 19.
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 8, 2023
Pasadena Playhouse's Sondheim Celebration production of Sunday in the Park with George, is in its final two weeks, and must close Sunday, March 19.
Viola Davis, Jeff Daniels, Billy Porter And More Among 2023 Audie Award Finalists
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 23, 2023
The Audio Publishers Association has announced finalists for the 2023 Audie Awards®, the premier awards program recognizing distinction in audiobooks and spoken-word entertainment. Winners across 26 competitive categories will be revealed at the Audie Awards Gala on March 28. The ceremony will be streamed to the public from Chelsea Piers’ Pier Sixty in NYC.
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 23, 2023
The Audio Publishers Association has announced finalists for the 2023 Audie Awards®, the premier awards program recognizing distinction in audiobooks and spoken-word entertainment. Winners across 26 competitive categories will be revealed at the Audie Awards Gala on March 28. The ceremony will be streamed to the public from Chelsea Piers’ Pier Sixty in NYC.
Video: First Look at Graham Phillips & Krystina Alabado in SUNDAY IN THE PARK WITH GEORGE at Pasadena Playhouse
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 21, 2023
Get a first look at Pasadena Playhouse's production of Sunday in the Park with George starring Graham Phillips and Krystina Alabado!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 21, 2023
Get a first look at Pasadena Playhouse's production of Sunday in the Park with George starring Graham Phillips and Krystina Alabado!
Exclusive: Graham Phillips & Krystina Alabado Sing 'Move On' in Rehearsal For Pasadena Playhouse's SUNDAY IN THE PARK WITH GEORGE
by Alan Henry - Feb 6, 2023
BroadwayWorld has an exclusive first look at the cast of Pasadena Playhouse's production of Sunday in the Park with George in rehearsal, led by Graham Phillips as George Seurat/George and Krystina Alabado as Dot/Marie. The production will run from Tuesday, February 14 to Sunday, March 19.
by Alan Henry - Feb 6, 2023
BroadwayWorld has an exclusive first look at the cast of Pasadena Playhouse's production of Sunday in the Park with George in rehearsal, led by Graham Phillips as George Seurat/George and Krystina Alabado as Dot/Marie. The production will run from Tuesday, February 14 to Sunday, March 19.
Graham Phillips & Krystina Alabado to Star in SUNDAY IN THE PARK WITH GEORGE at Pasadena Playhouse
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 12, 2023
Pasadena Playhouse has announced the cast for Sunday in the Park with George, the first production of the theater’s six-month-long celebration of Stephen Sondheim. See performances dates and how to purchase tickets!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 12, 2023
Pasadena Playhouse has announced the cast for Sunday in the Park with George, the first production of the theater’s six-month-long celebration of Stephen Sondheim. See performances dates and how to purchase tickets!
A CHRISTMAS CAROL Comes to South Coast Repertory This Holiday Season
by Stephi Wild - Nov 9, 2022
South Coast Repertory celebrates the holiday season with the 42nd production of A Christmas Carol, a longtime Orange County favorite.
by Stephi Wild - Nov 9, 2022
South Coast Repertory celebrates the holiday season with the 42nd production of A Christmas Carol, a longtime Orange County favorite.
BWW Review: South Coast Repertory Revisits Classic Play OUR TOWN
by Michael Quintos - May 25, 2022
Thornton Wilder's Pulitzer Prize-winning 1938 three-act play OUR TOWN has a superb new iteration now performing at South Coast Repertory in Costa Mesa, CA through June 4, 2022. Directed by Beth Lopes, the show employs a wonderfully diverse cast, as it re-stages its seemingly ordinary but ultimately impactful vignettes of everyday life.
by Michael Quintos - May 25, 2022
Thornton Wilder's Pulitzer Prize-winning 1938 three-act play OUR TOWN has a superb new iteration now performing at South Coast Repertory in Costa Mesa, CA through June 4, 2022. Directed by Beth Lopes, the show employs a wonderfully diverse cast, as it re-stages its seemingly ordinary but ultimately impactful vignettes of everyday life.
BWW Interview: Impro Theatre's Sara Mountjoy-Pepka Bringing Her Full Self & Womanhood to Direct JANE AUSTEN UNSCRIPTED
by Gil Kaan - Mar 31, 2022
Garry Marshall Theatre kicks off their 2022 season in their new GMT outdoor stage with Impro Theatre’s Jane Austen Unscripted April 16,2022. Sara Mountjoy-Pepka co-directs (with Paul Rogan) Impro Theatre company members and live musicians as they mingle amongst the audience having afternoon tea and delectable treats from vendors from the GMT neighborhood. Sara carved open some time to give me a peek into the behind-the-scenes of Jane Austen, as well as her own back story of improv.
by Gil Kaan - Mar 31, 2022
Garry Marshall Theatre kicks off their 2022 season in their new GMT outdoor stage with Impro Theatre’s Jane Austen Unscripted April 16,2022. Sara Mountjoy-Pepka co-directs (with Paul Rogan) Impro Theatre company members and live musicians as they mingle amongst the audience having afternoon tea and delectable treats from vendors from the GMT neighborhood. Sara carved open some time to give me a peek into the behind-the-scenes of Jane Austen, as well as her own back story of improv.
BWW Review: South Coast Rep's 41st Annual Production of A CHRISTMAS CAROL Remains Enchanting
by Michael Quintos - Dec 13, 2021
While most Southern California theatergoers are likely more aware of the 'big deal,' direct-from-Broadway production of Charles Dickens' classic A CHRISTMAS CAROL now playing in Los Angeles featuring big star names in its roster, many should not necessarily bypass the other, less star-studded mounting now entertaining audiences in Costa Mesa through December 26, 2021---that's more subtle in its grandeur, but still just as enchanting and timeless at its core. SCR's 41st annual production now features Richard Doyle in the role of Ebenezer Scrooge.
by Michael Quintos - Dec 13, 2021
While most Southern California theatergoers are likely more aware of the 'big deal,' direct-from-Broadway production of Charles Dickens' classic A CHRISTMAS CAROL now playing in Los Angeles featuring big star names in its roster, many should not necessarily bypass the other, less star-studded mounting now entertaining audiences in Costa Mesa through December 26, 2021---that's more subtle in its grandeur, but still just as enchanting and timeless at its core. SCR's 41st annual production now features Richard Doyle in the role of Ebenezer Scrooge.
Impro Theatre Adds New Main Company Members
by Stephi Wild - Jul 14, 2021
The new Main Company members include expert improv veterans, accomplished theatre performers seen on stages throughout the country, and established actors appearing in dozens of films and TV shows. The Main Company's growth fulfills part of Impro Theatre's goal to expand the artistic voices within the company to better represent the global population and share more stories from different perspectives.
by Stephi Wild - Jul 14, 2021
The new Main Company members include expert improv veterans, accomplished theatre performers seen on stages throughout the country, and established actors appearing in dozens of films and TV shows. The Main Company's growth fulfills part of Impro Theatre's goal to expand the artistic voices within the company to better represent the global population and share more stories from different perspectives.
Center Theatre Group Premieres OEDIPUS EL REY Online
by Stephi Wild - Nov 13, 2020
The multicamera, virtually produced reading of Luis Alfaro's “Oedipus El Rey,” premieres November 13, 2020 at 5 p.m. Pacific. The modern adaptation of a Greek classic is part of the “The Greek Trilogy of Luis Alfaro” which is presented on Center Theatre Group's Digital Stage in partnership with The Getty.
by Stephi Wild - Nov 13, 2020
The multicamera, virtually produced reading of Luis Alfaro's “Oedipus El Rey,” premieres November 13, 2020 at 5 p.m. Pacific. The modern adaptation of a Greek classic is part of the “The Greek Trilogy of Luis Alfaro” which is presented on Center Theatre Group's Digital Stage in partnership with The Getty.
WITCH, INDECENT and More Announced as Recipients of 2019 Los Angeles Drama Critics Circle Awards
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 28, 2020
The Los Angeles Drama Critics Circle announced the recipients of its 51st annual awards for distinguished achievement in theatre today, Tuesday, April 28, 2020.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 28, 2020
The Los Angeles Drama Critics Circle announced the recipients of its 51st annual awards for distinguished achievement in theatre today, Tuesday, April 28, 2020.
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