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STAGE CREDITS

[Off-Broadway]
2025
character

[Off-Broadway]
Barrow Street Theatricals Off-Broadway Production, 2018
Guest Performer

[Off-Broadway]
Second Stage Production, 2014
Sam

[Off-Broadway]
Manhattan Theatre Club Production, 2011
Steve

[Off-Broadway]
Original Off-Broadway Production, 2010
Danny

[Off-Broadway]
Rattlestick Playwrights Theater Production, 2010
Performer

[Off-Broadway]
2008
Astor

[Off-Broadway]
2007
Isaak Glinka

[Off-Broadway]
2005
George/Cactus/Bob

[Off-Broadway]
2004
Bernard/Bernard/Michael (Understudy)

Awards and Nominations


winner
Obie Awards - 2011 - Performance

Michael Chernus, In The Wake

The Lortels - 2011 - Outstanding Featured Actor

Michael Chernus, In the Wake

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Photos: Men of Broadway Celebrate LIBERATION at Cocktail Party
by Stephi Wild - Jun 1, 2026

Ryan J. Haddad, Zhailon Levingston, Michael Mayer, Sam Pinkleton, Stark Sands, and Jesse Tyler Ferguson hosted the “Men of Broadway Celebrate Liberation” cocktail party, which was held at Dear Irving. Check out photos here!
Photos: WELL, I’LL LET YOU GO Celebrates Opening Night
by A.A. Cristi - May 16, 2026

Bubba Weiler’s Well, I’ll Let You Go officially opened at Studio Seaview. The stars came out for opening night, including insert and Julia Chan, Micaela Diamond, Susannah Flood, Sam Gold, Zhailon Levingston, N'yomi Allure Stewart, Bess Wohl. Check out photos of the production.
ALICE BY HEART Will Be Presented by Beck Center for the Arts
by Nicole Rosky - Apr 25, 2026

Beck Center for the Arts, home to one of the oldest continuously operating youth theater programs in the country has teens tackling a story of love, loss, and coming of age in Alice By Heart.
WELL, I’LL LET YOU GO Will Return to Studio Seaview in April
by Stephi Wild - Mar 17, 2026

The New York Times critic's pick production of Bubba Weiler's Well, I'll Let You Go will return for seven-weeks only for a strictly limited engagement at Studio Seaview.
JAMES AND THE GIANT PEACH to be Presented at Beck Center
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 16, 2026

Beck Center for the Arts will present Roald Dahl's James and the Giant Peach as part of its Youth Theater 2025–2026 season, based on the beloved children's book by Roald Dahl.
Ariana Grande, Jessie Buckley, & More Receive Nominations for SAG's Actor Awards
by Josh Sharpe - Jan 7, 2026

Ariana Grande, Jessie Buckley, Ethan Hawke, and more have received nominations for their performances in Wicked: For Good, Hamnet, and Blue Moon at SAG-AFTRA's 32nd Annual Actor Awards.
Jessie Buckley Wins Critics Choice Award For HAMNET; Full List of Winners
by Stephi Wild - Jan 5, 2026

Jessie Buckley won the Critics Choice Award for Best Actress for her performance in the film adaptation of Hamnet. Wicked: For Good, which received 7 nominations, did not win any. Check out the full list here!
WICKED: FOR GOOD Receives 7 Critics Choice Award Nominations- Check Out the Full List
by Josh Sharpe - Dec 5, 2025

Wicked: For Good has received 7 nominations at the 31st annual Critics Choice Awards, including Best Picture. Other notable nominees in various categories include Hamnet, Blue Moon, The Testament of Ann Lee, and Kiss of the Spider Woman.
WELL, I'LL LET YOU GO Recoups Investment
by Stephi Wild - Sep 12, 2025

Producer Jacob Stuckelman and Andrew Patino of Regular People have announced that the critically acclaimed production of Bubba Weiler's Well, I'll Let You Go, which closes today, has recouped its initial investment after seven weeks Off-Broadway.
Marin Ireland Joins WELL, I’LL LET YOU GO For Final 12 Performances
by Stephi Wild - Aug 19, 2025

Tony nominee Marin Ireland joins the company of Bubba Weiler’s Well, I’ll Let You Go for the production’s final 12 performances. Learn more about how to see the show here!
Interview: Obie Winner Michael Chernus Returns to the New York Stage in WELL, I’LL LET YOU GO
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 21, 2025

Obie winner Michael Chernus (Severance, Orange is the New Black, Spider-Man: Homecoming) returns to the NY stage after 11 years in Bubba Weiler’s debut play WELL, I’LL LET YOU GO. Extended through September 12 at The Space at Irondale. Read our interview.
WELL, I’LL LET YOU GO Extends at The Space at Irondale
by Stephi Wild - Aug 14, 2025

Due to demand, the sold-out production of Bubba Weiler’s Well, I’ll Let You Go has been extended to September 12, 2025. Directed by Drama Desk and Obie winner Jack Serio, performances continue at The Space at Irondale (85 S Oxford St, Brooklyn). 
Review Roundup: WELL, I'LL LET YOU GO Opens At Irondale
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 7, 2025

Bubba Weiler's Well, I'll Let You Go at The Space at Irondale (85 S Oxford St, Brooklyn). This new American play, which marks Weiler's professional playwriting debut, will run through August 29, 2025. Read reviews for the production.
Quincy Tyler Bernstine, Michael Chernus, and More Star Will Lead Bubba Weiler's WELL, I'LL LET YOU GO
by Stephi Wild - Jun 13, 2025

Fresh from winning a Drama Desk Award for Ken Urban's Danger and Opportunity, Obie winner Jack Serio is set to direct Bubba Weiler's Well, I'll Let You Go at The Space at Irondale (85 S Oxford St, Brooklyn).
Beck Center For The Arts To Present Youth Theater Production Of THE TEMPEST
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 28, 2025

Beck Center for the Arts, one of the oldest continuously running Youth Theater programs in the nation has announced a creative approach to William Shakespeare's The Tempest.
CHANNELING GRIMM Comes to Beck Center For the Arts
by Stephi Wild - Nov 19, 2024

Beck Center for the Arts has announced the December production, Channeling Grimm, by Tracy Wells. This fun fairy-tale themed play brings The Grimm Brothers from the page to the stage.
Beck Center For The Arts Announces 2024-2025 Youth Theater Season
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 12, 2024

Beck Center for the Arts, one of the oldest continuously running Youth Theater programs in the nation has announced a creative and inspiring new season lineup.
THE WIZARD OF OZ to be Presented at Beck Center for the Arts in May
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 17, 2024

Beck Center for the Arts will present its sixth production of The Wizard of Oz, this time during the exciting 75th Youth Theater Season. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Beck Center For The Arts To Produce MEAN GIRLS High School Version
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 5, 2024

Beck Center for the Arts, one of the oldest continuously running Youth Theater programs in the nation is proud to announce the Mean Girls High School Version during the 75th Youth Theater Season.
Beck Center for the Arts to Present Rachel Spence's GOING MEDIEVAL: A YE OLDE COMEDIE in December
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 8, 2023

Beck Center for the Arts proudly presents 'Going Medieval: A Ye Olde Comedie,' written and directed by Rachel Spence. This comedy for all ages celebrates fandoms and features 27 talented young actors.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What awards has Michael Chernus been nominated for?

Performance (Obie Awards) for In The Wake and Outstanding Featured Actor (The Lortels) for In the Wake.

What awards has Michael Chernus won?

Michael Chernus has won an Obie Award for his performance in In The Wake.

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