Michael J. Hartman

Actor, Singer, Dancer, Director, Choreographer, Educator
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 Awards/Honors
 
 
2008 "Best State Production" NH/Mass National Teenager
 
2007 "Best State Production"
Nebraska National Teenager
 
 
2006 Equity Membership Candidate
 
2006 Ocean City, NJ "Piece of the Walk" in recognition for a dedication to Theatre Arts in the City of Ocean City
 
2006  Pageantry Spirit Award from "Pageantry Magazine"
 
2006  "Best State Production"
for New Jersey National Teenager
 
2005  "Best State Production"
for New Jersey National Teenager
 
2003 West Chester University "Outstanding Educator Award"
 
2002 West Chester University
"Male Leader of the Year"
 
2002 Recognized Nationally in “The Dean’s List” for Scholarship and Service
 
2002 Kappa Delta Pi: International Education Honor Society
 
2002 American College Theatre Festival Irene Ryan Nomination for "The World Goes Round" at West Chester Univ.
 
2001 Who's Who Among Students in America Colleges and Universities
 
1999-00 West Chester University
Homecoming King
 
Eagle Scout; Boy Scouts of America
Testimonials
  
"Michael Hartman brings tremendous talent, creativity, energy galore, and passion to his work. I have never worked with someone more openly human and feeling. He is a rare find and a man worth knowing. In a single word?
He is spectacular!"
 
--Sheila McIntyre, Producer and Musical Director, Owen J. Roberts High School Pottstown , PA
 
 "Mike Hartman revitalized my high school's musicals and turned our guys into dancers. His superb direction and choreography made Seussical the best show I've ever been a part of while his personal dedication and enthusiasm made the show one of the best experiences of my life. Thanks for everything Mike."
 
- Andrew Flachs, Cast Member
Owen J. Roberts High School Pottstown, PA
 
"Michael Hartman is a very gifted Director/Choreographer who not only has exceptional organization skills but has brought a wonderfully enthusiastic and uplifting spirit to all of our
collaborative productions!"
 
- Bill Scheible , Artistic Director
of the Ocean City Pops Orchestra
 
"Our two children have spent their young lives training and performing in New York City and LA. They have been fortunate to have trained by the top child acting and performing arts coaches in the entertainmentbusiness, but their best training came during our summers in Ocean City, New Jersey, under the direction of Michael Hartman. Michael Hartman is in a class by himself when it comes to working with children. He has a way of getting the best performance out of a child in a short amount of time. Our children look forward to their summers in Ocean City and Theater Camp with Michael Hartman is always the highlight of the summer!"

- Wendy & Rob Brown Newtown, Pa.

"Michael Hartman is very easy going and makes Theater Camp fun! His upbeat personality is contagious! He has taught me how to memorize entire scripts in a short period of time. He gives clear
direction, but keeps it light and fun! He allows every student to get involved, regardless of their talent level. You will be a better actor when you are finished with his camp, it's all about personal best, with Mr. Hartman!!!"

- Michael Lee Brown    Age 14
 
"Working with Michael Hartman is an absolute joy. Michael is extremely talented, his work ethic is refreshing beyond measure and when Michael says he will take care of it, you can rest assured that it will be done, above and beyond anything that you could have imagined an end product would be. Michael has a level of professionalism, dependability and talent that is out of this world. His enthusiasm is contagious."
 
- Marion McKinney
WCU Director of Residence Life

"Wow! is all I can say about Michael Hartman. As a new director for National Teenager, I would have been lost without him. The girls loved him and ask about him all the time and my daughter really enjoyed working with him on the dance numbers, he is a gem! I will never do National Teenager without him he is worth twice the price he charges if you need "
 
- Pamela Nichols, Director
Vermont and New York National Teenager