Biographie
Michael Taylor Gray's career spans television appearances on shows such as "My Name Is Earl" (NBC), "Without A Trace" (CBS), "Will & Grace" (NBC), and "Maybe It's Me" (WB), as well as stage performances in Los Angeles, including "Southern Baptist Sissies." He has also delivered numerous cabaret performances at venues like The Gardenia, The Zephyr, The El Portal, and Vermont. Recently, Michael starred in "Judy at the Stonewall Inn," written by Tom O'Neill, at the Celebration Theatre in Hollywood, which ran from January 20 to February 26, 2006. He was also featured on the television show "My Name Is Earl" in the episode titled "The Professor."
Reviews of Michael's performance in "Judy at the Stonewall Inn" include:
Actors Ink E-Magazine on Now Casting (by Conrad Angel Corral), February 1, 2006:
"Michael Taylor Gray, the primary orator and head queen, skillfully keeps the production light and campy while delivering all the essential facts and history. His full commitment to every Judy quirk, mastery of familiar Judy quotes, impressive dance and singing abilities, and striking stage presence result in a finely tuned performance."
"Judy at the Stonewall Inn, under Livingston's fluid direction and Michael Taylor Gray's award-winning performance, is an engaging history lesson."
The LA Times (by Tom O'Neill), January 2006:
"A special shout-out goes to Michael Taylor Gray, who portrays Judy's drag-queen nemesis—a pill-popping, booze-swilling mess who ignites a revolution by confronting both his idol's spirit and his own inner demons."
"This Los Angeles production is outstanding—the best so far—especially considering the original New York staging was described by the Daily News as 'literally, a riot.'"
Purple Circuit Review (by Bill Kaiser), January 22, 2006:
"Equally superb is Michael Taylor Gray as Jimmy, the worst Judy Garland impersonator, who ultimately finds the strength and courage to resist oppression."
"The cast delivers remarkable performances. The long-awaited Los Angeles premiere of Judy at the Stonewall Inn has proven well worth the wait. This is a must-see production."
LA WEEKLY (by Tom Provenzano), January 25, 2006:
"Michael Taylor Gray illuminates the stage with a sensitive monologue and excellent singing."
Michael is set to return to the Celebration Theatre stage in 2007, starring in the world premiere adaptation of "The Bacchae," opening January 12, 2007.
