Michael Arden

Michael: Peter (Michael's character in the musical Bare: a pop opera) is like a lot of young people, gay or straight. He's trying to figure out his life and find out who he is sexually and emotionally, and his place in the world, and that struggle is something many of us went through in high school.

Michael: I'm actually sort of shy. I don't approach many strangers on the street. But I'm not afraid of people. I'm shy in person but not on stage.

Michael: The life of an actor truly is, in all sense of the word, that of a gypsy. You never know where you might have to go next weekend. It's exciting and it's a blessing and thrilling to be able to challenge yourself with something new. It's also terrifying because there is no security in acting. It's frightening, but I wouldn't trade it for anything else. It's worth it.