“It was a great experience
working with Michael. He works very well with actors.
He has a vision of the material
and knows how to communicate his vision to the actors!”
Credits: starring roles in: “A Few Good
Men” with Tom Cruise, “Freeway” with Keifer Sutherland and “Most Wanted."
TV -"Nothing Sacred" "ER" "Highlander" "The Dennis Byrd Story." NAACP Image
Award nomination - Best Actor.
"When I met Michael I soaked up
everything he had to say. What really stood out was his “right
now” attitude about it all. He didn't think, like everybody else,
that you've got to study for 3 years before you can go on auditions.
I've learned to rely on his vision,
and that's why I know I have to be in Michael's class.
It's inspiring to see someone who
is willing to dedicate his life to a craft. It feels good to be part of
something different than what goes on in most of these classes in L.A."
Jason Shane Scott has a leading role
on “One Life to Live.” ***Nominated: "Best Male Newcomer" Soap Opera
Digest Awards - 1999.
"Out of inspiration comes
creation and Michael certainly has
that in spades. As a teacher, he
has the tenacity to go through it
with you as an actor.
As a director he's very, thorough.
I think that's what every actor
needs. You not only get a great
teacher, but also someone who's
directed film; someone who has
been there, and understands
where an actor is coming from,
what an actor needs.
Michael Butler is certainly one of
the best teachers out there. He
has the credentials, the patience,
the tenacity and the imagination
to make you great."
Credits: starring role: "God's Lonely
Man,” a new feature film. He is a series
regular on “Nash Bridges” on CBS.
"I admire his honesty. Michael's
not like these acting coaches,
who just want to take your
money, tell you your great, and
send you down the road. When
you did bad, he told you!
He challenges the actor to find in
himself what he's searching for,
and that's a hard thing to do.
There are a lot of people in this
town who should take class from
him and learn! He's a wonderful,
wonderful teacher.”
Credits: "Early Edition" "Sliders" “The
Single Guy” “Walker Texas Ranger”
"Indian in the Cupboard" "Line of Fire"
"Mortal Kombat" and “Sunset Beach.”
"I didn't fully realize what acting
was until I started Michael's class.
He has a talent for seeing what it
takes for each individual student
to quickly bring them to a higher
level.
He asks for complete dedication
and hard work, and in return he
offers enormous amounts of
energy, talent, and a space you
feel comfortable in.
It's a great comfort knowing that if
he is pleased with my work, I can
be proud of showing it to
anyone!
I recommend Michael to all my
friends, knowing that I am doing
them a huge favor, perhaps
changing their lives as actors. I feel very fortunate to have him as
my teacher."
Credits: Feature film “Simon Says,”
"Hollywood Five" “The Bold & the Beautiful,” and
“Airstyle” for Fox.
"Michael is the acting first teacher
I've had who can improve my
acting skills from one class to the
next!
After studying all kinds of
methods, that didn't turn out to be
reliable, I found in him a teacher
that gives me the confidence I
need to make the scene work
every time I do it.
I admire the incredible
commitment he shows. Everyone
can consider themselves very
lucky to be able to study with
him!"
Credits: starring role in “Angels Don't
Cry,” a German Feature film.
“Michael, put my daughter, Jenelle, age 7 ½, on video tape.
As far as working with kids, he
was just wonderful. After the
session, we sent the tape off, and
she ended up booking the job.
Great!
I really feel good about him as a
person and as a teacher. I think
he definitely has all the right
people skills as well as the right
acting skills. We were very
impressed with him!”
"A good acting teacher needs to
be an artist and Michael is
definitely that. He is very patient,
and very honest. He can be
strong at times, but only to evoke
what is needed.
He gives an actor the space to
explore. He always wants to see
what you can come up with.
He has a director's point of view
and is very good with material. I
like his boldness, he's honest to
the core, easy to approach, and
the big thing is, he really enjoys
teaching."
George Ender, Producer - Inside Out
productions.
Michael Butler is absolutely
inspired. His creative teaching methods relate to everyone who wants to be a successful actor.
His classes are refreshing
compared to the money driven acting schools in Hollywood today. He sees to it that you
progress quickly and confidently.
He's been able to pinpoint my
weaknesses, identify them, and take the time needed to turn them
into strengths. He is the missing catalyst many actors need when
attempting to become Hollywood's best.
Brad Can be seen daily on ESPN's "Flex
Appeal"
"Michael has done tremendous
things for my acting ability. He broke down walls, giving me the
freedom to fully express myself through the art of acting. And I've
watched him do it for other actors, transforming them into irresistible
performers. Its amazing.
He's very passionate and
dedicated to his class. He knows his craft, is very articulate, and he
knows how to teach.
He is willing to work as long as it
takes to make a break-through with a student. It's just a great experience every class."
“Michael Butler
has an amazing ability to make kids feel comfortable, confident
and eager to learn. His dynamic personality motivates kids to
succeed in a very positive climate.
Michael possesses
a talent that can only come from his obvious commitment and
passion for his work.
This dedication
is evident from the moment you meet him.”
Peggy Mansfield - Vice President Nickelodeon.
"Michael Butler is born to be in
the art of acting.
His technique allows each
student to grow personally and
professionally. He has the
capacity to enhance and improve
any level actor.
He is always there and always
reachable. When you need his
support, advice, or extra
coaching, he's there. Michael is
dedicated and he has the heart
and passion for the art of acting.
He's simply the best."
Yoko Coleman is an executive with
King World Productions.
“Working with Michael was a
great experience. It helped me
grow as an actor, and I had a lot
of fun! Working with him has
been very important to me.
Of course there were times when
I cried, was in a lot of pain, but I
learned a lot and laughed a lot. It
was a great experience.”
