Brought up in the Lochee district of Dundee, Michael's first public performance was at an NCR Christmas party in the 1950s.

Although predominantly known as a songwriter, he has worked extensively in theatre, radio and television.

To most he is a solo performer touring the length and breadth of Britain, performing in arts centres, theatres, folk clubs and village halls. He has opened for such diverse performers as Van Morrison, The Proclaimers, Louden Wainwright III, Barbara Dickson and Deacon Blue.

In recent years he has performed both in Washington DC and Melbourne, Australia in the show 'In Flagrant Delicht' which was devised in collaboration with poet and playwright Liz Lochhead.

In theatre Michael has written original music and worked both as an actor and musical director. His own operetta 'If The Moon Can Be Believed' was performed at Dundee Rep to sell out audiences.

Most recently he collaborated with Graham McLaren of Theatre Babel on a new production of 'The Demon Barber' for Perth Theatre.

Michael has also recently performed original songs with the Scottish Symphony Orchestra, the Scottish National Orchestra, Concerto Caledonia, Mr McFall's Chamber, and his own Quintet.

He was awarded an Honorary Doctorate by Dundee University in recognition of his contribution to the cultural profile of his home town.

Michael has been one of Scotland's most talented and creative songwriters and performers over the last 30 odd years. His songs are full of wry and surreal wit while also offering insights into the human condition.

As a performer he has the rare ability to imbue his lyrics with depth, subtlety and at times heartbreaking pathos while on the next beat he will have tears of laughter welling in your eyes.

He has embraced many musical genres over the years writing music and song for films, theatre and television.

The performance at the Webster Memorial Theatre is in the Assembly Hall area of the theatre. Tickets are limited so book early.
Contact the box office on 01241 435800.