
Demos

Michael Kirby is a California native, a life-long skateboarder, waterman, and classically trained actor who holds an MFA from The Old Globe Theatre. With a diverse career spanning more than a quarter century, Michael works in film, television, voiceover and theatre, and has been seen on Off-Broadway stages, as well as regional houses, like The Mark Taper Forum, Syracuse Stage, The Old Globe, and many more. He is a member of the prestigious Antaeus Theatre company in Los Angeles. As a father of two, he approaches all things with a patient and nurturing spirit. He is also an Adjunct Professor of Acting and Voice at Cypress College. Michael loves his craft and thrives on storytelling, both fiction and non-fiction.

News:
Latest Releases:
The Cleanup Committee by Cordelia Rains
A new Thriller. It’s 1978. The drug trade is booming, and law enforcement can’t keep up. Enter the Cleanup Committee. They’ve all lost children to drugs. They’re rich, they’re organized, and they have resources. Will they succeed where the law failed
An Ocean of Thoughts: One Man’s Journey from Self Destruction to Self Realization by David Jones
A fiction about a man’s struggle with addiction and AA.
After a long break due to Covid Michael returns to his roots playing Laertes in Hamlet lice on stage with the prestigious Antaeus Theatre Company in Glendale,CA. Opening May 20th, 2022. Tickets and more info can be found at ANTAEUS.ORG
Michael’s latest Amish Romance with Penguin Random House Audio, The Gift of Joy by Kristen McKanagh, co-narrated by Andy Garcia Ruse is now available.
His work with Tantor Audio is Coming Soon!
Now Available: Dragon’s Blood: A prequel to the Almost a Dragon series by Marissa Brandt. Dragons, Vampires, Humans stuck in the middle, what could possibly go wrong?
Recent releases: The Infamous Amish Trilogy by Patricia Johns, co-narrated with the talented Avie Paige and produced by Insatiable Press is now available. Links Below:
Michael is a graudate of Sean Pratt’s Non-Fiction Narration Course. Now officially a Ginger Yoda Jedi https://www.seanprattpresents.com/

Reviews

“Michael was a joy to work with—professional, great communication, and he did an absolutely outstanding job on Marissa Brandt’s DRAGON’S BLOOD. He delivered an amazing performance for all of the characters—not only Fynn and Ishtar, but Kishar, Rusty, Calvos…they were all great! He really brought the novella to life. I look forward to working with him again in the future.”
Karin Welss, owner, Philtata Press, LLC

“5 Stars- Just my kind of listen. The story was exceeded by the performance. I did not want it to end.“
-Audible Listener

“Michael Kirby brings both exceptional talent and professionalism to the production of the Ocean of Storms audiobooks. The demands of this series are prodigious. However, Kirby illuminates an incredibly diverse set of characters from Texan Marines to Bedouin sheiks with great skill. He accurately paints everyone, from the fumbling malapropisms of the ship’s steward to the excruciatingly technical observations of the ship’s doctor.
Authors are protective of their characters, but Kirby adds to them. He lifts them from the page, adding color and dimensions to the text. Michael Kirby has worked through the pages of this series with great care, precision, independent research, and always on schedule.”
Joe Piteo- Author

Resume
FICTION
Fantasy



Romance


Aven Shore


SCIENCE FICTION

Master and Commander: War on the High Seas of the Moon (Ocean of Storms Book One) by Joe Piteo

Hunter Killer: War on the High Seas of the Moon (Ocean of Storms Book Two) by Joe Piteo

Sea Lion: War on the High Seas of the Moon (Ocean of Storms Book 3) by Joe Piteo
NON-FICTION
BUSINESS

Investing for Beginners: How to Grow Your Money by Larry Wallace
SELF DEVELOPMENT

How to Raise a Superhero by Joe Grutzik

Mindfulness: The Power of Mindfulness and How to Live in the Moment While Becoming Stress and Worry Free Forever by Donna Hargrave
BIOS & MEMOIRS

The Mustang Club, A Personal Memory by Donald aka Azure Dirnberger

Training
- Sean Pratt-Non Fiction Audiobook Program
- Scott Brick-Fiction Narration
- MFA-Old Globe Professional Actor Training Program
- BA-Theatre/Acting California State University at Fullerton
- Antaeus Theatre Company Member-Los Angeles
- London Academy of Music and Dramatic Arts: Shakespeare Program

Equipment
- 2020 Mac Book Pro
- AT 4040 Cardioid Condenser Microphone
- Focusrite ScarSG3 2×2 Scarlett Solo Audio Interface
- Studiobricks Home Studio

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