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Michael Schwandt is one of the most dynamic visionaries for choreography and movement in Los Angeles. His extensive
body of work can be seen across the board in commercials, corporate industrials, television, award shows, special
events and various recording artist projects, while crossing all genres of dance. As Creative Consultant on many projects,
Michael contributes to the overall look of a project influencing style, costume, lighting and set design as well as musical
arrangement. He has worked conceptually on a number of projects due to an unparalleled, out of the box, grandiose
approach to large-scale productions. Michael is the Co-Founder of FUSION entertainment.
A graduate of The University of Texas' acclaimed Radio-TV-Film department, Michael continues to give back to the dance
community by nurturing and educating aspiring dancers through guest master classes all over the world, with yearly
visits to Australia, Japan & Europe. He was on faculty at the world-renown EDGE Performing Arts Center in Hollywood
for three years and is currently on faculty with the legendary Tremaine and Hoctors/Dance Caravan Convention Tours
where he is able to connect with young dancers across the United States and speak to them about realistic
expectations in professional dance.
As a dancer, Michael has worked with Craig David, Britney Spears, Jennifer Lopez and Graham Norton. Michael
has choreographed/consulted Aerosmith, Mis-Teeq, EnVogue, The Latin Grammy Awards, MGM Mirage, Vh1
and more. He has choreographed live industrials for PUMA, Bravo, Jafra Cosmetics, Charles Schwab and has
commercials currently airing for Palm Treo, Land Rover and Mitsubishi. Most recently, Michael has
choreographed the Music Video Production Awards, both The Beach Boys and LeAnn Rimes at the Liberty
Bowl, Kristine W’s live appearances, Norwegian Cruise Lines and “Jambalaya” the new live spectacular at the
Caesar’s Nassau Resort & Casino (Bahamas). Michael is currently choreographing Brian Anthony’s video for
“What’s It Gonna Be” from the film Fantastic 4-Rise of the Silver Surfer, Universal recording artist Taxi Doll’s new
video “Be With You,” La Dolce Vita Charity Concerts in NYC and London and directing performers in support of
Sheryl Crow’s one-night concert at the MGM in Las Vegas. Look for Michael’s work in 2008 for the Allstate BCS
College Championship Bowl Game Halftime Show on FOX, in live performances for Skechers, on the new talent
search show Big Shot Live on CBS. Michael is currently choreographing and stage directing the Miss USA and
Miss Universe TV specials on NBC.
For additional information including press, photos, creative concepts & a comprehensive reel, please visit:
Email Michael: michael@fusionentertain.com