Meet Michael

Michael Taylor is celebrating over 33 years as a dance educator, giving seminars, setting original choreographic works and teaching dancers around the world in both the private and public sectors, in addition to college, university and fine arts programs. As a performer, some of his credits include: Gus Giordano Jazz Dance Chicago, serving as associate director and rehearsal choreographer for six years; River North Dance Company, AKASHA Dance Company The Radio City Christmas Spectacular, serving as an assistant choreographer for five years, as well as several theater, fashion and industrial credits to his name, including Papermill Playhouse’s Funny Girl, and Disney’s Magical Moments in Chicago and Rome, Italy. Recently, Michael proudly served as a director and rehearsal choreographer for Royal Caribbean Entertainment, also providing service in the audition and casting departments. Mr. Taylor has also taught and adjudicated for numerous internationally recognized dance organizations and institutions including American Dance Awards, Headliners, CanDance, Dance Masters of America, and Dance Educators of America.