Matthew's life journey began in the bustling metropolis of St. Louis, Missouri, a city that would play a pivotal role in shaping his formative years and fostering a deep-seated passion for the diverse and multifaceted world of performing arts. As a teenager, Matthew's remarkable talent and charisma would soon garner widespread recognition and acclaim, as he brought to life the captivating character of Griffin Sundin, a show-choir dancer, in the television series "Up on High Ground" (2014),a role that would showcase his impressive range and versatility as a performer, allowing him to demonstrate his mastery of various genres and styles, and cement his status as a rising star in the entertainment industry.
Matthew's captivating affinity for the realm of acting can be attributed to the earliest moments of his childhood, an enchantment that has only grown more profound over time. While his contemporaries were content to simply sit back and passively watch cartoons, Matthew was already actively engaged in the creative process, skillfully crafting his own narratives through the power of imaginative play.
Matthew's inaugural foray into the realm of entertainment was marked by a significant role as a munchkin in a production of "The Wizard of Oz", a choice that, in retrospect, seemed almost prescient. This nascent experience had a profound and lasting impact on his psyche, instilling in him a profound sense of purpose and direction, which in turn solidified his unwavering conviction that acting and dancing would assume a preeminent position in the grand tapestry of his life's work.
Matthew's odyssey as a dancer commenced at the tender age of six, initiating a lifelong quest for mastery of his art form. With each successive year, his ardor and devotion to his craft only grew more fervent, propelling him to relentlessly challenge himself and strive for perfection. Consequently, he has evolved into a highly accomplished and technically proficient performer, boasting a career replete with promise and limitless potential.
