
Michelle Johnston
- Known for
- Acting
- Born
- October 4, 1964
- Birthplace
- California, USA
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.
Filmography

The Desperate Hour 2022
as Heather (voice)

A Cinderella Story: Starstruck 2021
Director, Writer

Palm Springs 2020
as Nosy Neighbor

A Cinderella Story: Christmas Wish 2019
Producer, Choreographer, Director, Writer

Blurt! 2018
Director

A Cinderella Story: If the Shoe Fits 2016
Director, Producer

Southpaw 2015
as Mrs. Doyle

A Cinderella Story: Once Upon a Song 2011
Choreographer, Executive Producer

Sharpay's Fabulous Adventure 2011
Choreographer

The Curious Case of Benjamin Button 2008
Choreographer

Another Cinderella Story 2008
Choreographer

The Break-Up 2006
Choreographer

Chicago 2002
as Female Dancer

Gleason 2002
as June Taylor

The Replacements 2000
as Fumiko's Girl

The Odd Couple II 1998
Choreographer

Sweet Jane 1998
as Alice

Grumpier Old Men 1995
as Sears Salesperson / Chicken Polka Girl

Showgirls 1995
as Gay

Madonna: The Girlie Show - Live Down Under 1993
Choreographer

Shout 1991
as Loretta

A Gnome Named Gnorm 1991
as Stripper

California Casanova 1991
as Laura

Dick Tracy 1990
as Dancer

Opportunity Knocks 1990
as Club Singer

Faith 1990
as Audition Choreographer

The In Crowd 1988
as Key Dancer

A Chorus Line 1985
as Bebe

Staying Alive 1983
as Dancer

One from the Heart 1982
as Dancer (uncredited)
Credits from TMDB.