Michael studied at Cornish College of the Arts where he received a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Theater. After graduation he became a founding member of the Seattle based theater group Implied Violence. For three years he helped create original works that combined elements of theater, performance art and modern dance. After growing restless in Seattle he moved to Portland, Oregon and focused to his other passion; music. He has been writing, producing, performing and licensing blue collar rock n'roll, primarily with his bands The Days The Nights and The Without. After success with his musical endeavors, he refocused on his acting career. This time geared toward film and television. Since returning to acting, Michael has appeared in multiple network television shows and award winning independent films.