Michael is a writer and lecturer who speaks with charismatic authority on the works of Shakespeare and Oscar Wilde. His successful career in the world of finance brought about assignments in Nigeria, the Caribbean and North America that provided some amazing experiences. Michael now enjoys speaking to clubs and organisations of all kinds and recently spoke with notable success before an audience of over 1,500 people in Eastbourne.

Shakespeare's Women - An amusing talk that illuminates their emotions, while at the same time revealing the pathos and humour that only Shakespeare can present to us.
Shakespeare's Men - Richard III, Othello, Julius Caesar, Henry V and others. Michael provides a dramatic portrayal of these wonderfully strong and great male characters.

I'm Just Wilde About Oscar -A new talk based on this charismatic and complex man, his literary genius and tragic end.

Christmas Capers - This talk will provide an excellent preview to Christmas Eve and beyond. Michael will bring Noel Coward, Spike Milligan, Stephen Sondheim and others to your party whilst taking you to France, Norway, Lapland and many other countries to enjoy their Christmas festivities. Michael will also relate the fascinating origins of Santa Claus, mistletoe, the Christmas tree, Christmas cards and decorations whilst telling humorous tales and verses on the seasonal turkey, the tired housewife, parts of the piggy and numerous other quips and quotations.

A Funny Thing Happened in the Theatre - This is a fascinating talk providing a brief history from the time of the Ancient Greeks to the present day. Throughout the talk Michael introduces numerous highly amusing anecdotes and stories about many actors, actresses directors and critics who have been involved in bringing the world of the theatre into our lives

The Colourful Caribbean - This talk is an exciting introduction to the beauty, traditions and legends , myths, music, songs and poetry of these vibrant islands and their islanders. It is full of fascinating stories, and includes some highly amusing calypso's and other written material.

Meet Mr Carroll and Mr Lear in a Wonderland of Nonsense - This presentation of two famous literary men, whilst providing considerable information about their lives (some not generally known) is also a feast of fun, as Michael will entertain you with some of the most humorous poems, verses and stories ever written.

Meet Samual Pepys In this fascinating talk by Michael Harris, who portrays the extraordinary man known as a prolific diarist, who gave us insight into the life and times of his age, and the historical events taking place at the time.

Great Lovers - Hear about the poignant and famous love stories that have fired the hearts of millions through the ages, as well as the pathos, joy and tragedy that often accompanied these relationships.