Chuck Cooper
Birth Place: Cleveland, OH, USA
Latest News on Chuck Cooper:
Chuck Cooper, Taylor Iman Jones, André De Shields To Lead TWO GENTLEMEN OF VERONA Benefit (Nov 8, 2024)
DOG MAN: THE MUSICAL Comes to The Eisemann Center in 2025 (Nov 4, 2024)
CAT KID COMIC CLUB: THE MUSICAL and EL OTRO OZ to Play Kirk Douglas Theatre (Nov 2, 2024)
Chuck Cooper, Taylor Iman Jones, André De Shields To Lead TWO GENTLEMEN OF VERONA Benefit (Nov 8, 2024)
DOG MAN: THE MUSICAL Comes to The Eisemann Center in 2025 (Nov 4, 2024)
CAT KID COMIC CLUB: THE MUSICAL and EL OTRO OZ to Play Kirk Douglas Theatre (Nov 2, 2024)
BIO
Chuck won the Tony Award for his performance in Cy Coleman's The Life. He has been featured in 15 Broadway shows in every theatrical genre from Shakespeare to musical comedy. His most recent guest starring TV appearances include "Bull," "Power," "The Good Wife," "House of Cards" and "Madam Secretary." Other awards: Lucille Lortel Award, San Diego Critics' Circle Award, Audelco Award and two Drama Desk nominations. His favorite role is Eddie, Alex and Lilli's father. He is gratefully married to playwright Deborah Brevoort. www.chuckcooper.net
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STAGE CREDITS
[Off-Broadway]
Manhattan Concert Productions Concert, 2020
Jacob
[Off-Broadway]
Original Off-Broadway Production, 2003
The Dryer/The Bus
The Dryer/The Bus
[Off-Broadway]
Original Off-Broadway Production, 2002
Jaguar Senior/Dregster Dupree
Jaguar Senior/Dregster Dupree
[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1994
Private Augenti (Understudy) [Replacement]
Major Rizzolli (Understudy) [Replacement]
Lieutenant Torasso (Understudy) [Replacement]
Lieutenant Barri (Understudy) [Replacement]
Fosca's Father (Understudy) [Replacement]
[Off-Broadway]
1991
Man 1 (Break)/ Man (Agnes)/ Man in Dirty Dungarees (Eulogy for Mister Hamm)/ Cabbie (Lucky Nurse)
[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1983
Brother Boxer
Brother Boxer (elder of the church)
Movies
Collision Course
[ 1989 ] Drag Race Psenger
[ 1989 ] Drag Race Psenger
Malcolm X
[ 1992 ] Customer
[ 1992 ] Customer
North
[ 1994 ] Umpire
[ 1994 ] Umpire
Sweet Nothing
[ 1995 ] Mark the Cop
[ 1995 ] Mark the Cop
The Juror
[ 1996 ] Stockbroker
[ 1996 ] Stockbroker
The Peacemaker
[ 1997 ] NYPD Cop
[ 1997 ] NYPD Cop
The Opportunists
[ 1999 ] Arnon Morris
[ 1999 ] Arnon Morris
The Hurricane
[ 1999 ] Earl Martin
[ 1999 ] Earl Martin
Gloria
[ 1999 ] Male Guard
[ 1999 ] Male Guard
Our Song
[ 2000 ] Benjamin
[ 2000 ] Benjamin
Three Days of Rain
[ 2002 ] Jim
[ 2002 ] Jim
Downtown: A Street Tale
[ 2004 ] Sergeant Williams
[ 2004 ] Sergeant Williams
The Immaculate Misconception
[ 2006 ] Butch
[ 2006 ] Butch
Find Me Guilty
[ 2006 ] James Whington
[ 2006 ] James Whington
A Crime
[ 2006 ] Will
[ 2006 ] Will
Chapter 27
[ 2007 ] Cabbie
[ 2007 ] Cabbie
Noise
[ 2007 ] Judge Gibson
[ 2007 ] Judge Gibson
American Gangster
[ 2007 ] Private Doctor
[ 2007 ] Private Doctor
Evening
[ 2007 ] Ray
[ 2007 ] Ray
Boy Wonder
[ 2010 ] Bill Baldwin
[ 2010 ] Bill Baldwin
Muhammad Ali's Greatest Fight
[ 2013 ] Chauncey Eskridge
[ 2013 ] Chauncey Eskridge
Chasing Taste
[ 2013 ] Noah, Owner of Luke's Lobster
[ 2013 ] Noah, Owner of Luke's Lobster
Romeo and Juliet
[ 2014 ] Lord Capulet
[ 2014 ] Lord Capulet
The Karma Club
[ 2016 ] Dr. Brock
[ 2016 ] Dr. Brock
A Vigilante
[ 2018 ] Lawyer
[ 2018 ] Lawyer
The Public's Much Ado About Nothing
[ 2019 ] Leonato
[ 2019 ] Leonato
tick, tick... BOOM!
[ 2021 ] Sunday Legend #1
[ 2021 ] Sunday Legend #1
Vacation Friends
[ 2021 ] Larry
[ 2021 ] Larry
TV Shows
100 Centre Street
Charlie the Bridgeman
Charlie the Bridgeman
Gossip Girl
Horace Rogers
Horace Rogers
House of Cards
Barney Hull
Barney Hull
Law & Order
Judge Lester Poole, Rolando August, Walters' Attorney
Judge Lester Poole, Rolando August, Walters' Attorney
NYPD Blue
Lowell Griffin, Bus Driver
Lowell Griffin, Bus Driver
Power
Rev. Maverick Macedon, Reverend Macedon, Reverend Maverick Macedon
Rev. Maverick Macedon, Reverend Macedon, Reverend Maverick Macedon
Awards and Nominations
Drama Desk Awards - 2022 - Outstanding Featured Actor in a Play
Chuck Cooper, Trouble in Mind
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2022 - Outstanding Featured Actor in a Play
Chuck Cooper, Trouble in Mind
Tony Awards - 2022 - Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Play
Chuck Cooper, Trouble in Mind
Drama Desk Awards - 2014 - Outstanding Featured Actor in a Play
Chuck Cooper, Choir Boy
Drama Desk Awards - 2013 - Outstanding Featured Actor in a Play
Chuck Cooper, The Piano Lesson
winner
The Lortels - 2013 - Outstanding Featured Actor
Chuck Cooper, The Piano Lesson
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 1997 - Best Featured Actor - Musical
Chuck Cooper, The Life
winner
Tony Awards - 1997 - Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Musical
Chuck Cooper, The Life
Videos
VIDEO: First Look at LaChanze, Chuck Cooper & More in TROUBLE IN MIND
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 17, 2021
Broadway Rewind: AMAZING GRACE Sings Out on Broadway with Josh Young and More!
by Nicole Rosky - Oct 25, 2020
Broadway Rewind: Orlando Bloom and Condola Rashad Bring ROMEO AND JULIET Back to Broadway
by Nicole Rosky - Sep 3, 2020
Broadway Rewind: FINIAN'S RAINBOW Makes Broadway Look to the Sky in 2009!
by Nicole Rosky - May 7, 2020
TV: Watch Highlights from MCP's Star-Studded JOSEPH AND THE AMAZING TECHNICOLOR DREAMCOAT Concert!
by Nicole Rosky - Feb 18, 2020
TV: Watch a Sneak Peek of MCP's JOSEPH AND THE AMAZING TECHNICOLOR DREAMCOAT!
by Nicole Rosky - Feb 15, 2020
VIDEO: Danielle Brooks Wants to Bring MUCH ADO ABOUT NOTHING to Broadway
by Kaitlin Milligan - Jul 25, 2019
TV: Raul Esparza, Jin Ha & More Give Sneak Peek of Encores! ROAD SHOW
by Nicole Rosky - Jul 18, 2019
TV: Danielle Brooks Stars In MUCH ADO ABOUT NOTHING At Shakespeare In The Park
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 11, 2019
VIDEO: CHOIR BOY Cast Performs 'Rockin' Jerusalem' at the TONY AWARDS
by Kaitlin Milligan - Jun 10, 2019
News
Chuck Cooper, Taylor Iman Jones, André De Shields To Lead TWO GENTLEMEN OF VERONA Benefit
A benefit concert of TWO GENTLEMEN OF VERONA featuring Chuck Cooper, Taylor Iman Jones, and André De Shields will take place on December 16th at the Peter Jay Sharp Theatre at Symphony Space.
A benefit concert of TWO GENTLEMEN OF VERONA featuring Chuck Cooper, Taylor Iman Jones, and André De Shields will take place on December 16th at the Peter Jay Sharp Theatre at Symphony Space.
DOG MAN: THE MUSICAL Comes to The Eisemann Center in 2025
The Eisemann Center will present TheaterWorksUSA’s Dog Man: The Musical based on the popular book series by Dav Pilkey. Dog Man: The Musical will be presented in January 2025 in the Hill Performance Hall.
The Eisemann Center will present TheaterWorksUSA’s Dog Man: The Musical based on the popular book series by Dav Pilkey. Dog Man: The Musical will be presented in January 2025 in the Hill Performance Hall.
CAT KID COMIC CLUB: THE MUSICAL and EL OTRO OZ to Play Kirk Douglas Theatre
Center Theatre Group will present two TheaterWorksUSA's productions at the Kirk Douglas Theatre – Cat Kid Comic Club: The Musical from November 22, 2024 to January 5, 2025 and the return of El Otro Oz, a bilingual musical inspired by The Wizard of Oz from March 29 to April 13, 2025.
Center Theatre Group will present two TheaterWorksUSA's productions at the Kirk Douglas Theatre – Cat Kid Comic Club: The Musical from November 22, 2024 to January 5, 2025 and the return of El Otro Oz, a bilingual musical inspired by The Wizard of Oz from March 29 to April 13, 2025.
DOG MAN: THE MUSICAL Returns to BroadwaySF
BroadwaySF, an ATG Entertainment company, will welcome the return of TheaterWorksUSA’s NY Times Critic’s Pick, Dog Man: The Musical based on the popular book series by Dav Pilkey. Dog Man: The Musical will be presented January 4 & 5, 2025 at San Francisco’s Curran Theatre.
BroadwaySF, an ATG Entertainment company, will welcome the return of TheaterWorksUSA’s NY Times Critic’s Pick, Dog Man: The Musical based on the popular book series by Dav Pilkey. Dog Man: The Musical will be presented January 4 & 5, 2025 at San Francisco’s Curran Theatre.
Red Bull Theater Unveils 2024-25 Season Featuring Productions, Readings & More
Red Bull Theater has revealed its 2024-25 season with a lineup of productions, readings, and special events available both in-person and online.
Red Bull Theater has revealed its 2024-25 season with a lineup of productions, readings, and special events available both in-person and online.
DOG MAN: THE MUSICAL is Coming to Southern Theatre
CAPA will present THEATERWORKSUSA’S production of Dog Man: The Musical, based on the popular book series by Dav Pilkey. Learn how to purchase tickets.
CAPA will present THEATERWORKSUSA’S production of Dog Man: The Musical, based on the popular book series by Dav Pilkey. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Photos: On the Red Carpet for Opening Night of JOB
Job, the new play by Max Wolf Friedlich, opened just last week at the Hayes Theatre on Broadway and BroadwayWorld was on hand for the celebration. Check out photos from the star-studded arrivals here!
Job, the new play by Max Wolf Friedlich, opened just last week at the Hayes Theatre on Broadway and BroadwayWorld was on hand for the celebration. Check out photos from the star-studded arrivals here!
Photos: Go Inside the Farewell Gathering for TITANIC at Encores!
Titanic concluded its run as part of New York City Center Encores! on Sunday, June 23rd. The company held a closing celebration, and BroadwayWorld was there to capture the festivities. Check out the photos here!
Titanic concluded its run as part of New York City Center Encores! on Sunday, June 23rd. The company held a closing celebration, and BroadwayWorld was there to capture the festivities. Check out the photos here!
Video: Original TITANIC Cast Member Victoria Clark Misses the Boat At Tonight's Encores! Performance
Watch as Tony Award-winner Victoria Clark, who played Alice Beane in the original Broadway company of Titanic, makes a special appearance on the New York City Center stage below!
Watch as Tony Award-winner Victoria Clark, who played Alice Beane in the original Broadway company of Titanic, makes a special appearance on the New York City Center stage below!
Video: More Highlights from Encores! TITANIC
Titanic has arrived at New York City Center, closing the Encores! season this month. Check out more video clips of the cast, including 'Barrett's Song,' 'Still,' and 'The Proposal.'
Titanic has arrived at New York City Center, closing the Encores! season this month. Check out more video clips of the cast, including 'Barrett's Song,' 'Still,' and 'The Proposal.'
Video: Watch Jesse Eisenberg Make a Cameo in TITANIC at Encores!
Watch as Jesse Eisenberg makes his New York City debut in Titanic!
Watch as Jesse Eisenberg makes his New York City debut in Titanic!
Review Roundup: TITANIC Sets Sail at Encores!
Titanic has sailed into New York City Center, closing the Encores! season this month. Check out what the critics are saying!
Titanic has sailed into New York City Center, closing the Encores! season this month. Check out what the critics are saying!
Photos: TITANIC Sails Into City Center with An All-Star Cast!
Titanic has sailed into New York City Center, closing the Encores! season this month. Check out photos of the star-studded company in action below!
Titanic has sailed into New York City Center, closing the Encores! season this month. Check out photos of the star-studded company in action below!
Video: Highlights From TITANIC at New York City Center Encores!
Watch highlights from Titanic at New York City Center Encores!
Watch highlights from Titanic at New York City Center Encores!
Photos: The Cast of Encores! TITANIC Meets the Press
Titanic is sailing into New York City Center, closing the Encores! season this month. Check out photos of the company meeting the press here!
Titanic is sailing into New York City Center, closing the Encores! season this month. Check out photos of the company meeting the press here!
Video: TITANIC Sails On Into Rehearsals at Encores!
In this vide, watch as the cast and creative team of Encores! Titanic chats more about the epic show and performs 'Godspeed Titanic,' 'The Proposal/The Night Was Alive,' and 'Lady's Maid.'
In this vide, watch as the cast and creative team of Encores! Titanic chats more about the epic show and performs 'Godspeed Titanic,' 'The Proposal/The Night Was Alive,' and 'Lady's Maid.'
DOG MAN: THE MUSICAL is Coming to Popejoy Hall in December
Popejoy Hall will present TheaterWorksUSA’s Dog Man: The Musical based on the popular book series by Dav Pilkey. Learn more about the show and see how to purchase tickets.
Popejoy Hall will present TheaterWorksUSA’s Dog Man: The Musical based on the popular book series by Dav Pilkey. Learn more about the show and see how to purchase tickets.
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld May 23, 2024
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is May 23, 2024 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is May 23, 2024 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
Lilli Cooper Joins Chuck and Eddie Cooper in Encores! TITANIC
New York City Center announced that Lilli Cooper will join the cast of Encores! Titanic along with her father Chuck Cooper and brother Eddie Cooper.
New York City Center announced that Lilli Cooper will join the cast of Encores! Titanic along with her father Chuck Cooper and brother Eddie Cooper.
Video: Watch the 30-Piece Encores! Orchestra Rehearse TITANIC
In this video, go inside the first day of rehearsals for the 30-piece Encores! Orchestra of Titanic, the final show in the 30th Encores! series. Guest Music Director Rob Berman speaks about bringing Maury Yeston's Tony-winning score to life, and original orchestrator Jonathan Tunick marvels over hearing his orchestrations played by the Encores! Orchestra.
In this video, go inside the first day of rehearsals for the 30-piece Encores! Orchestra of Titanic, the final show in the 30th Encores! series. Guest Music Director Rob Berman speaks about bringing Maury Yeston's Tony-winning score to life, and original orchestrator Jonathan Tunick marvels over hearing his orchestrations played by the Encores! Orchestra.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many Broadway shows has Chuck Cooper been in?
Chuck Cooper has appeared on Broadway in 18 shows.
How many West End shows has Chuck Cooper been in?
Chuck Cooper has not appeared in the West End.
What awards has Chuck Cooper been nominated for?
Outstanding Featured Actor in a Play (Drama Desk Awards) for Trouble in Mind, Outstanding Featured Actor in a Play (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Trouble in Mind, Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Play (Tony Awards) for Trouble in Mind, Outstanding Featured Actor in a Play (Drama Desk Awards) for Choir Boy, Outstanding Featured Actor in a Play (Drama Desk Awards) for The Piano Lesson, Outstanding Featured Actor (The Lortels) for The Piano Lesson, Best Featured Actor - Musical (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for The Life and Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Musical (Tony Awards) for The Life.
What awards has Chuck Cooper won?
Chuck Cooper has won the Outstanding Featured Actor award from The Lortels for his performance in The Piano Lesson. He also received the Tony Award for Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Musical for his role in The Life.
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