Michael james scott actor biography

American actor and singer (born 1981)

Michael James Scott (born May 24, 1981) is an American actor and singer, known for his work on the Broadway stage.

He is best known for playing the Genie in Disney's Aladdin musical in the Original Australian Cast, as well as in the West End, U.S. National Tour, and Broadway productions.

Early life

Scott was born in Baltimore, Maryland, the son of Michael and Karen Scott.

He attended Rock Springs Elementary school in Apopka, Florida, then Robinswood and Gotha Middle School. In high school, he attended the Dr. Phillips High School Visual and Performing Arts Program.

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Michael worked as a child actor doing commercials, TV shows, and musicals; he also sang in concerts around the Central Florida area.

He trained with Ann Reinking's Broadway Theatre Project for four years, two as an assistant.

Career

As a young adult Michael got a string of TV work, theatre shows and singing engagements, before gett