Michael Alden, a highly accomplished and seasoned producer with an extensive background spanning over three decades in film, theater, and special event production, has had a truly remarkable and illustrious career, marked by a diverse range of projects and experiences that have taken him from the world of rock and roll concerts and tours to feature films and Broadway plays.
Born in Southern California, Alden's journey in the entertainment industry began at a remarkably young age, with appearances in numerous family shows during the late 1950s and early 1960s as a child actor, laying the foundation for his future success and setting the stage for a lifelong passion for the arts.
His early start in the industry would prove to be just the beginning of an extraordinary career, marked by a steady stream of innovative and groundbreaking projects that would cement his reputation as a master of his craft.
As the years went by, Alden gradually shifted his focus away from the spotlight, opting instead to contribute to the behind-the-scenes magic of filmmaking. This marked the beginning of a new chapter in his career, as he delved into the realm of post-production. In 1977, he embarked on a journey with Cannon Films, where he rapidly ascended the ranks to assume the esteemed role of supervisor within the post-production department by 1986. Throughout his tenure, Alden oversaw the meticulous creative and technical post-production of an impressive array of over one hundred feature films, honing his skills and expertise with each passing year.
Alden's remarkable achievements ultimately led to his appointment as Vice President of Pathe Communications in 1989, where he took the reins of their prominent public post-production facility, Pathe Services.
In this esteemed corporate position, he wielded significant influence in revitalizing the company's extensive film library, spearheading a comprehensive endeavor that involved meticulously locating, meticulously analyzing, and masterfully supervising the restoration of over 1,500 feature film elements that were scattered across the globe.
Alden's remarkable career has been marked by his involvement in a diverse array of projects, each one showcasing his impressive range and versatility as a filmmaker. Among his many notable credits, Alden has worked on the feature documentary "My Beautiful Stutter," which premiered on Discovery+, and is currently in production on the highly anticipated "The Last Call." Additionally, he has been involved in the post-production stages of the upcoming film "Death Metal," a project that promises to be just as thrilling as his earlier work on the action-packed "Just Cause," which starred the legendary Sean Connery.
Alden, a trailblazing theater producer, has achieved remarkable success on both the prestigious West End and the iconic Broadway stages. His impressive repertoire in the West End boasts the critically acclaimed "Come From Away", which garnered an Olivier award, as well as David Seidler's original play "The King's Speech", and the captivating "Bat Boy The Musical". On the other side of the Atlantic, Alden's Broadway credits include the record-breaking "Come From Away", the 2015 Pulitzer Prize - Drama winner "Disgraced", the Tony Award-nominated "Grey Gardens", and the Special Tony Award-winning "Bridge & Tunnel".
