Michael Shapiro
Artistic Director, Color Guard Caption Supervisor, Designer
Michael Shapiro is returning to the Blue Stars for his eighteenth year as Artistic Director and Color Guard Caption Supervisor. Originally from Fort Lauderdale, Florida, Michael currently resides in Dallas, Texas, where he serves as the Color Guard Director at Duncanville High School.
Michael was the founder, director, and designer of Corona Winter Guard in Los Angeles, California, and has been the creative force behind Mayflower Winter Guard in the United Kingdom since 2000. He has taught and designed for numerous programs, including Mirage, Ménage, West Broward High School, Tarpon Springs High School, Carroll High School, Crown Guard, and Carolina Crown.
Michael has been inducted into the WGI, WGASC, and Blue Stars Halls of Fame.