Michael Shannon previously appeared at Steppenwolf in
Mojo and
Man From Nebraska. He is an ensemble member at A Red Orchid Theatre where he recently made his directorial debut with
Hunger and Thirst. Chicago credits include
Bug, Gagarin Way, Mr. Kolpert (A Red Orchid),
Grace (Northlight),
The Idiot (Lookingglass),
Shrapnel in the Heart (Famous Door),
Killer Joe, Fun and Nobody (Next Lab). Mike originated the roles of Chris Smith in
Killer Joe, Peter Evans in
Bug, and Harry in
Man From Nebraska, all written by Steppenwolf ensemble member, Tracy Letts. Film credits include
Jesus’ Son, Cecil B. Demented, Tigerland, Pearl Harbor, High Crimes, 8 Mile, Kangaroo Jack, Criminal, Grand Theft Parsons, Dead Birds, Zambonie Man, Mullitt, The Woodsman, Lucky You, World Trade Center and the upcoming
Bug.