Michael Simon
Directing
Michael Simon is an American television director and producer. Beginning at ABC News and soon moving to ABC Sports, Simon moved over to MTV networks in the 1980s with a long stint at VH1 and MTV, including musical specials, awards shows, concerts, and more. He created, wrote, directed, and produced VH1 Storytellers and produced and directed the VH1 Divas Live specials. He eventually left the MTV networks in 1998 to direct independently, but with most projects being connected to music. This includes work on over 25 series, including A Home for the Holidays, America's Best Dance Crew, The Sing-Off and Ridiculousness.
Behind the camera
2024Josh Groban & Friends: Home for the Holidays
Director
2018Gad Elmaleh: American Dream
Director
2018Darci Lynne: My Hometown Christmas
Director
2017The 19th Annual A Home For The Holidays
Director
2017Jeff Dunham: Relative Disaster
Director
2015Jeff Dunham: Unhinged in Hollywood
Director
2013A Home for the Holidays With Celine Dion
Director
2011Jeff Dunham: Controlled Chaos
Director
2008Jeff Dunham's Very Special Christmas Special
Director
2007Jeff Dunham: Spark of Insanity
Director
2007The Axis of Evil Comedy Tour
Director
2007Bob & Tom Comedy All-Stars Tour
Director
2004Meat Loaf: Live with the Melbourne Symphony Orchestra
Director
2004Melissa Etheridge - Lucky Live
Director
2002Herbie Hancock Future2future Live
Director
2002Melissa Etheridge Live... and Alone
Director
1999VH1 Divas Live 2: An Honors Concert for VH1's Save the Music
Director
1999Donna Summer - Live and More Encore!
Director
1998VH1: Divas Live
Director
1998Bee Gees: One Night Only
Director
1998Celine: These Are Special Times
Director
1996Bee Gees - Storytellers
Director