Comedy, Improv, Musician

Stand-Up Comedian, Improviser, Musician

MICHAEL W. HALE

Stand-Up Comedian | Improviser | Actor | Musician | Host

Non-Union | No Agent
 Height: 6’0” | Weight: 200 lbs (athletic)
Hair: Brown / Gray | Eyes: Hazel
Portrayable Age: 42–60 (Actual 56)
Portrayable Ethnicities: Mexican, Indian, Irish(actual), Jewish
Languages: English (native), Spanish (work in progress)

COMEDY & IMPROV

Stand-Up Comedy

  • 6 years performing stand-up comedy
  • Performs clean or dirty material
  • Regular performer at open mics, contests, and independent shows west coast and Hawaii
  • Strong in observational, situational, and character-driven comedy
  • Experienced host and emcee

Improv Comedy

  • 5+ years performing improv
  • 100+ classes completed; ongoing advanced training
  • Emphasis on long-form improv, with strong short-form foundation

Current Cast & Ensembles

  • The Gauntlet — Curious Comedy Theater (6-month run)
  • The Mondays — Long-form improv ensemble
    • Performs regularly at theaters and independent venues

Writing and Scrip Interests

  • Strong interest in improv-centric scripted projects
  • Experience developing scenarios, beat sheets, and treatments

ACTING & COMMERCIAL

On-Camera / Commercial / Digital

  • Principal Antagonist (“Straight Man”) — The Ark (National Geographic reality series, 4–5 episodes)
  • Silent Principal Actor — Canoe’s Restaurant commercial
  • Actor — Early restaurant reality YouTube series Punatic Cafe
  • Commercial / Digital roles for:
    • Pech Merle Winery
    • Kauai Bed & Breakfast

Specialty / Live Performance

  • Pokémon Trainer — World Pokémon Championship (Live Event)

Voice Over

  • Radio commercial voice talent — SkyNet Broadcasting

MUSIC

Musician / Singer-Songwriter

  • Currently recording three original singles with producer Ray Ridley Revel
  • Instruments:
    • Rhythm Guitar
    • Keyboard / Piano
    • Synths
  • Vocals: Lead & Backup
  • Genres: Singer-songwriter / original material
  • Experienced live performer

HOSTING & LIVE PERFORMANCE

  • Comedy show host and emcee
  • Event hosting and live audience engagement
  • Strong crowd management and improvisational audience interaction

BRAND, PRINT & MODELING

  • Brand Ambassador: Gevalia, Loop, K-Swiss Ninjas
  • Print & brochure model — Mauna Loa Macadamia Nut Company (Hershey’s-owned at the time)

SPECIAL SKILLS

  • Comedy (Stand-up, Improv, Writing)
  • Hosting & Live Performance
  • Acting (Comedy, Commercial, Reality, Principal & Background)
  • Guitar, Piano, Synths
  • Singing (Lead & Backup)
  • Sports (especially Basketball)
  • Driving
  • Motorcycling & Bicycling
  • Cooking & Food Knowledge
  • Photography
  • Business & Financial Literacy
  • Leadership & Public Speaking

ADDITIONAL NOTE

Extensive experience in leadership, producing, and public speaking from prior executive career — highly reliable, professional, and production-aware performer.