Michael Ellis-Tolaydo
Professor of theater, film, and media studies and former Steven Muller Distinguished Professor of the Arts. Acting, direct ing, dramatic literature, Shakespeare, theater history, internships.
e-mail: mellistolaydo@smcm.edu
Website: http://faculty.smcm.edu/mellistolaydo
I saw the angel in the marble and carved until I set him free. 
Michelangelo
Michael Ellis-Tolaydo was born in Kenya and attended high school in England. He is a Graduate of the Academy of Dramatic Art, Oakland University, and received his M.A. from The American University and his M.F.A. in directing from Catholic University. He continues to work as a professional actor and/or director under the name Michael Tolaydo and has worked in those capacities in every one of the U.S. states; he is proud of the fact that he never had to wait tables during that time! Michael is a firm believer that a liberal arts education provides the best educational grounding for everyone. (Office: MH 176, next door to Box Office)
