Michael Shulman (actor)
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Michael Shulman | |
|---|---|
 Michael Shulman and James LeGros on the set of Sherman's Way | |
| Born | New York City, New York, U.S. |
| Occupation | Actor |
| Years active | 1989–present |
Michael Shulman is an American film, stage, television actor and producer. Shulman is the founder of Sand & Snow Entertainment, a company formed in 2021, dedicated to artist-driven work that stirs conversation, especially in younger generations.[citation needed] Previously, he was the co-owner of the New York and Los Angeles-based production company Starry Night Entertainment alongside Craig Saavedra.[citation needed] Shulman received a Bachelor of Arts degree from Yale University with a major in art history.
Early life
Born in New York City, Shulman has been acting since childhood, beginning his career in theatre and quickly appearing in more than 10
Career
In 2009, Shulman produced and starred in the comedy/drama Sherman's Way opposite James LeGros, Enrico Colantoni, Brooke Nevin, Donna Murphy, and Lacey Chabert. Reviews of the movie cited “Shulman has puppyish good looks and a talent for both slapstick and exasperation. He ably conveys this character's remoteness from the real world, handling self-deprecating, sardonic asides with skill.”[1][2]
From 2010–2014, Shulman appeared in TV shows ranging from
2015–2018
Shulman and Saavedra expanded their theatrical slate both on Broadway and the West End with an innovative Wall Street investing model deployed in shows, including
2018–2019
Shulman and Saavedra opened the West End premiere of John Logan's Red and The Lieutenant of Inishmore by Martin McDonagh. Later that year, the team produced the Broadway transfer of The Ferryman. The play won the 2019 Tony Award for Best Play.
2020 and beyond
With theaters shut down due to the pandemic, Shulman expanded into screen, with several projects on the near horizon. Through his new Sand & Snow venture, he has committed to redoubling his efforts to support artists across all mediums and tell authentic and passionate stories.
Continuing his support of director Sam Mendes, Shulman is a producer of the Tony-nominated play The Lehman Trilogy. The play won the 2022 Tony Award, Shulman’s second.
Through Sand and Snow Entertainment, Shulman is currently producing the play ORLANDO on the West End starring Emma Corrin.
Shulman is currently producing Backstairs Billy on the West End and in addition producing Hills of California and Motive and the Cue
Awards
- Tony Award for The Lehman Trilogy - Best Play 2021-2022 Broadway Season
- Tony Award for The Ferryman- Best Play 2018–2019 Broadway Season
- Daytime Emmy Award
- CableAce Award
Personal life
A passionate supporter of the arts, Shulman serves on the board of the Young Partners at
References
- ^ Fine, Marshall (March 6, 2009). "Hollywood and Fine with Marshall Fine Journalist, Movie Critic, Author, Movie Reviews, Interviews » Blog Archive » 'Sherman's Way': Charming road trip". Retrieved 2019-08-19.
- ^ Fine, Marshall. "Hollywood and Fine with Marshall Fine Journalist, Movie Critic, Author, Movie Reviews, Interviews » Blog Archive » 'Sherman's Way': Charming road trip". Retrieved 2019-08-19.