Michael Feinstein (born September 7, 1956) is an American singer and pianist.
MST3K[]
Poster showing the real Michael Feinstein
During Experiment #312, Dr. Clayton Forrester brought "Michael Feinstein" down to Deep 13. Feinstein told anecdotes about the writing of "Oh, What a Beautiful Mornin'" and "At Long Last Love" before Dr. Forrester asked about how "The Gamera Song" compared. Feinstein proceeded to give his own sophisticated, elaborate rendition of the song. Dr. Forrester then instructed TV's Frank to kill Feinstein before deciding to do it himself.
Later on, a still-living Feinstein showed up in Deep 13 for the Thanksgiving dinner planned by Frank prior to his death. Dr. Forrester was uncommonly pleased to see him.
Behind-the-scenes[]
- The real Michael Feinstein is still active, currently serving as the Artistic Director for the Center for the Performing Arts in Carmel, Indiana.
- The fictional Feinstein was portrayed by Michael J. Nelson, except during Turkey Day scenes in which Mike is portraying Jack Perkins and a double was used. Feinstein is only shown from the back in these shots.
- Feinstein is also referenced in a riff during Episode #910.