An Actor's Mechanism
An Actor's Mechanism
An Actor's Mechanism
Acting provides wonder and insight to my existence. In order for my characters to live off the page every performance commands that I be truthful in my discoveries of whom they are. Sharing their stories with you is an immensely personal and vulnerable journey, that requires a dose of bravery. Every time.
A perfectionist by nature, the results are that of a perpetually committed and daring researcher of the Human Spectrum. A member of Actra, I am a professionally trained actor, entirely committed to my craft.
Recent Projects
An Actor's Mechanism
An Actor's Mechanism
I am currently featured in a national commercial for TD Insurance. Upcoming performances in 2021 will include roles on "See" (AppleTV) and "Sex/Life" (Netflix). In 2020 I could be seen in roles on "Dare Me" (Netflix) and "What We Do In The Shadows" (FX). Other recent roles include "Killjoys" (Space) and "Odd Squad" (PBS). On Film, I have recently played alongside comedy veteran Linda Kash, in "Corners" (Dir. James Brylowski).
Recent performances in Theatre have included "The Little Mermaid: the Broadway Musical" as King Triton, "Evil Dead the Musical" as Jake and "We Will Rock You" as Buddy.
Reviews
Belleville-Ville
We Will Rock You, The Little Mermaid, Evil Dead the Musical
We Will Rock You, The Little Mermaid, Evil Dead the Musical
I have been working with Michael Giel for seven years. He is an integral cast member of my long running monthly show "Belleville-Ville". Right from his first audition, I knew he was going to be a perfect fit. He came prepared wirh a fully formed character, back story and wonderfully ridiculous costume.
Our show is a comedic improvised
I have been working with Michael Giel for seven years. He is an integral cast member of my long running monthly show "Belleville-Ville". Right from his first audition, I knew he was going to be a perfect fit. He came prepared wirh a fully formed character, back story and wonderfully ridiculous costume.
Our show is a comedic improvised soap opera, set in the past in small town Ontario. Michael takes direction wonderfully and has established a core of fans who cheer when he walks onto the stage. He is a delight to work with, dedicated beyond any requirement and is a consistent comedic highlight among the cast. I highly recommend working with him.
Dave McKay,
Belleville-Ville Director
We Will Rock You, The Little Mermaid, Evil Dead the Musical
We Will Rock You, The Little Mermaid, Evil Dead the Musical
We Will Rock You, The Little Mermaid, Evil Dead the Musical
As Music Director, I have had the pleasure of working with Michael on several stage productions over the past couple of years. I can’t tell you how many times I laughed out loud or was overcome with tears watching him on stage! Come back to Oshawa so we can work together again, Mike!
Diana Chappell,
Virgo Music Canada
Evil Dead the Musical
We Will Rock You, The Little Mermaid, Evil Dead the Musical
Evil Dead the Musical
Michael Giel as Jake. This guy is expressive as hell and has a FANTASTIC singing voice. From his first appearance in the play, where he comes off as a mysterious yet terrifying figure, I was gripped. As his large figure looms mysteriously in the darkness, a sudden emotional change in both script and character flips the audience onto his
Michael Giel as Jake. This guy is expressive as hell and has a FANTASTIC singing voice. From his first appearance in the play, where he comes off as a mysterious yet terrifying figure, I was gripped. As his large figure looms mysteriously in the darkness, a sudden emotional change in both script and character flips the audience onto his side. At first we are unsure but then we are sympathetic. All of this is pulled off with miraculous effect by Michael Giel as he tells as many stories of his life through his facial expressions alone.
Jesse Revell,
Jesse Revell Reviews
