An MFA Directing graduate from the Chicago College of the Performing Arts at Roosevelt University, Michael La Tour has worked professionally as an actor, singer, dancer, mime, clown, designer, choreographer, director, and producer.  Beginning in 2000 he was a master teacher and stage director at The Ryan Opera Center of The Lyric Opera of Chicago.  He has directed for Kentucky Opera and Du Page Opera Theatre.  With Peter Amster, he has co-directed and choreographed shows for Apple Tree Theatre (Chicago After Dark Award for choreography) and the grand opening of The Harris Theatre in Millennium Park.  

From 1975 to 2005, he produced, directed, choreographed, and performed with his own musical production company, touring widely.  Before moving to Chicago, Michael was a member of the prestigious Odyssey Theatre in Los Angeles.  There he had the opportunity to create roles in seven original plays; one he directed received two L. A. Drama-Logue Awards (directing and set design).