Two Unemployed Actors

Michelle Danner

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Filmmaker/Acting Coach

Michelle Danner is a legendary acting teacher. Her students have included Christian Slater, Salma Hayek, Gerard Butler, Seth McFarlane, Penelope Cruz, Chris Rock, Gabrielle Union, and Zooey Deschanel. Danner is also now a well-established feature film director. Danner recently opened The Creative Center for the Arts in Culver City. The facility houses a theatre for upcoming productions as well as two acting schools: The Los Angeles Acting Conservatory (for conservatory classes and international students), and the Michelle Danner Acting Studio (for single courses, coachings and children's classes). She is also an established filmmaker. Her most recent films are “Miranda’s Victim” and “The Italians” which is currently available on Amazon Prime Video.

Coaching Gerard Butler & Salma Hayek: Michelle Danner’s Hollywood Secrets Ep 108
Oct. 27, 2025

Coaching Gerard Butler & Salma Hayek: Michelle Danner’s Hollywood Sec…

🎬 How do you balance coaching A-list stars like Gerard Butler and Salma Hayek while directing Hollywood blockbusters?In this episode of Two Unemployed Actors, host @maxbelmonte⁩ sits down with industry powerhouse Michelle Danner. With over 30 years of experience, Michelle is a renowned acting c…

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