"He is the best man for the job... He's got the Hollywood look and tenacity." -Byron Knibb, Film Director

"The only way I can adequately describe working with Michael Venske is by saying it's like riding a unicorn made of lasers." -Ben Egerman, Co-Producer / Co-Founder Questionable Company Theatre

"Michael is thoroughly professional in how he approaches his craft and his role in a show. His choices are interesting and the audiences have always loved him in every Rubber Chicken Theater production in which he's taken part." -Brian Matuszak, Executive Producer, Rubber Chicken Theater

"I was impressed with his versatility as an actor and professionalism. He has energy and was able to add much more to the performance than I had even originally expected. I would gladly work with him again." -Ben Mudek, Film Producer / Director

Voted Audience Favorite in "The Chinchillas," directed by Michael Agnew for Master Works: The Goya Plays. -Commedia Beauregard

"One of the brightest, creative, and most adaptive actors I've ever worked with. I'd say something, and he'd do it. I'd say, 'You're distraught, you're lost, and you're confused," and he would give me a performance that was equally as chilling as it was brilliant." -Brian Magarian, Film Director

"...and Michael Venske as the bartender made me practically fall out of my seat when he left his post as drink server and began to seduce women and join the cast in a dance sequence near the end that was hilarious!" -Chuck Beeson

"Michael Venske and Lourey Middlecamp kept my interest throughout." -Re Gurgitate

"The only redeeming qualities were Pete [Michael Venske] and Emma's performances." -Sid Starwind

"...the only character that stood out was Michael Venske's "Bartender Pete." The "Pete" character had the bright spot of the show..." -Nick Decker

"Michael Venske's roguish charm is impossible to take your eyes away from on the stage. He brought a new level of energy to every scene he was involved in and always played to the hilt." -Rachel Teagle, Co-Producer / Co-Founder Questionable Company Theatre

"Emma and Pete [Michael Venske] really made the show." -Katherine Arcand

STUDENT EVALS

The following are comments from students or parents in Michael's acting class, ages 10-17. Question: What was your favorite thing about class? & Anything else you'd like Michael to know?

"How Michael made the class fun while still learning."

"I like all of the improv games and realistic auditioning process activities."

"I liked your energy! You have good teaching skills!"

"I love when we warm up."

"It was fun because you're really honest with us."

"All the laughs!"

"I like that I can have fun and learn."

"You were super funny! And you weren't interrogating and nervous to talk in front of."

"Your insane personality and your crazy tangents!"

"You were my favorite teacher!"

"You rock!"

"I just wanted to thank you again for being such a great teacher. I learned alot from you."

"When I become famous I'll give you credit and I'd enjoy working with you."

"This was my favorite class!"

"I really enjoyed this class."

"Thank you so much for working with Megan. Thank you also for the very helpful feedback."

"Nope. It was fun!"