Michael O'Connell
Sacramento, California
Michael O'Connell
Sacramento, California
Self-proclaimed "wheelchair comedian" and producer Michael O'Connell takes his lifetime of disability experiences to the stage in comedy clubs near you. As both a solo performer and a member of the comedy troupes he's founded (The Comedians with Disabilities Act and The Mikes), he's appeared on some of the most famed stages in the nation (the Laugh Factory in Hollywood, the L.A. Improv), has worked with big comedy names like Bobby Slayton, has been covered in newspapers, magazines, radio and television, and counts Hollywood celebrities among his fans. Turning what some would call tragedy into what he sees as comedy, he finds the funny in all his challenges and invites delighted audiences into the secret world of wheelchair life, mixing laughter and inspiration and creating an unforgettable entertainment experience.