Matthew Shaffer(II)
- Producer
- Choreographer
- Director
Matthew Shaffer was born in Canon City, Colorado. His family moved to
Torrance, California in 1987 and he began training in Theatre and
Dance. Matthew and his sister performed with several children's theatre
companies in and around the Hollywood area. In 1993 he attended the
Orange County High School of the Arts where he continued his training.
Upon graduation, Matthew accepted a full apprenticeship to the renowned dance company, Giordano Dance Chicago. For three seasons he toured the USA and Europe as a principal in the company. While in Chicago he also performed in several stage productions at the Chicago Theatre and with the Chicago Symphony Orchestra.
In 1999, Matthew moved to New York City to continue his training. While in New York, he worked on Broadway, in the Ensemble at Radio City Music Hall, Off-Broadway in Tess' Last Night, and in several pre-Broadway workshops and benefits.
In 2004, Matthew returned to Los Angeles where he now lives and works.
Upon graduation, Matthew accepted a full apprenticeship to the renowned dance company, Giordano Dance Chicago. For three seasons he toured the USA and Europe as a principal in the company. While in Chicago he also performed in several stage productions at the Chicago Theatre and with the Chicago Symphony Orchestra.
In 1999, Matthew moved to New York City to continue his training. While in New York, he worked on Broadway, in the Ensemble at Radio City Music Hall, Off-Broadway in Tess' Last Night, and in several pre-Broadway workshops and benefits.
In 2004, Matthew returned to Los Angeles where he now lives and works.
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