Mike Sobocinski  -  Co-author of screenplay, Casting Director

Mike Sobocinski  earned a B.Sc. in Sociology and a Master of Urban and Regional Planning degree, and he takes a broad multi-disciplinary approach to the social sciences, as unified by the scientific method.  

He is a talented writer. Whether he's writing about sociology or writing science fiction stories his skills are apparent.   His article, "Future Trends in the World System," was recently published in an American Sociological Association publication.  He has also written extensive guidance materials about hazard mitigation planning that are now in official use by the Michigan State Police and by Local Emergency Management Coordinators throughout the state.  He also enjoys writing fiction, including his most recent work entitled "Ladybugs and Dirty rain". This science fiction short story has been submitted into the PARSEC/Confluence Convention writing contest.
Mike enjoys film, reading, writing, acting, and games.  He has honed his acting skills at the Purple Rose Theater in Chelsea, MI and performed the lead in Icarus Falling's "Think/Thank/Thunk" in Lansing.  Mike was also a featured actor in the films "A Father's Worth" and "Relationz". He has written various monologues for television and recently hosted the Lansing television show, "Time Slot."   Mike made a strong connection with the "Soundtrack to Life" story and  has made invaluable contributions to the script. Besides Mike's casting and script responsibilities, he will also be performing in the film as Dr. Vitalo.