MICHAEL VAN DOORN

Originally from Sydney, Australia, Michael is an international choreographer, director and casting consultant with a cheeky and playful creative style. He works seamlessly with directors, writers and performers to create amazing productions for any audience across stage, screen and corporate events. Using a motivating approach, he always provides a fun and nurturing space to explore and helps performers reach their full potential. 

His most recent endeavours have been as a Director/Choreographer for global entertainment brand RWS Entertainment. His work has also been seen on Universal Studios Japan’s and Royal Caribbean International’s worldwide audition tours as a choreographer and guest panellist. He specialises in creating for Musical Theatre, Theme Parks and Cruise Ships. He is also a sought-after teacher as guest faculty at elite professional training institutions across Australia.

His 17-year professional performing career has taken him all over the globe, on major international stages across Australia, Asia, Europe, the Middle East and even the high seas. Career highlights include; Mamma Mia! (Littlestar/RCCL-Dance Captain), West Side Story (ATG-Australian Tour), Wicked (Universal Studios Japan), Tokyo Disney Resort-Big Band Beat (Dance Captain), Chicago (NAMCO/RCCL), We Will Rock You (RCCL) and The Cat in the Hat (Sydney Opera House). Corporate work has seen him appear as a dancer for Adam Lambert (American Idol) and Perfume (J-Pop group) in Japan. He has also appeared in numerous TVCs in Australia and Asia.