Iranian-American
Michael Shayan is an Iranian-American actor, playwright, and illusionist whose sharp comedic sensibility and LGBTQ+ storytelling have earned him an Emmy nomination and a Broadway debut in the 2026 revival of Dog Day Afternoon.
Defining moments and milestones
Beginning his performance career at thirteen as the youngest performer in Hollywood's Magic Castle's history, Michael Shayan has evolved into a distinctive voice in contemporary American theatre, blending comedy, LGBTQ+ narrative, and theatrical innovation. His breakthrough came through playwriting and television writing, culminating in an Emmy nomination for *The Book of Queer* in 2023 and recognition as an influential LGBTQ+ visionary, before making his Broadway debut in 2026 as Mr. Nesbit in *Dog Day Afternoon*.
Emmy nomination for writing on the Max series The Book of Queer (2023)
Harvard College (BA); Brooklyn College (MFA in Playwriting)
Recordings featuring Michael Shayan in the Society index
Additional recordings will appear here as the catalog expands.