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STAGE CREDITS

[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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CHANNELING GRIMM Comes to Beck Center For the Arts

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.
Video: Apple TV+ Drops Teaser for SEVERANCE Season Two

Apple TV+ has debuted the teaser for the second season of its Emmy and Peabody Award-winning globally celebrated workplace thriller “Severance,” sharing a glimpse into the mysteries ahead at Lumon Industries. Watch it now!
Video: Disney Releases Trailer for Original Movie OUT OF MY MIND for World Cerebral Palsy Day

Disney+ has revealed the trailer for “Out of My Mind” in partnership with World Cerebral Palsy Day, a global movement celebrated on Oct. 6. “Out of My Mind,” a Disney Original movie based on the bestselling novel by Sharon M. Draper, premiered earlier this year at Sundance Film Festival and arrives Nov. 22 on Disney+. 
Beck Center For The Arts Announces 2024-2025 Youth Theater Season

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.
Video: Apple TV+ Reveals Premiere Date for SEVERANCE Season 2

Apple TV+ has unveiled the premiere date for season two of its Emmy Award-winning and globally celebrated workplace thriller “Severance,” and shared a sneak peek showcasing what’s in store for the highly anticipated second season.
THE WIZARD OF OZ to be Presented at Beck Center for the Arts in May

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

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.
Laurie Metcalf, Stephen Colbert & More Join Netflix's CAROL & THE END OF THE WORLD

The guest stars includes Alison Brie, Barkhad Abdi, Danny Pudi, Gillian Jacobs, Kurtwood Smith, Laurie Metcalf, LeVar Burton, Stephen Colbert, and Tim Heidecker. The regular cast includes Martha Kelly, Beth Grant, Lawrence Pressman, Kimberly Hébert Gregory, Mel Rodriguez, Bridget Everett, Michael Chernus and Delbert Hunt. Watch the video trailer!
Beck Center for the Arts to Present Rachel Spence's GOING MEDIEVAL: A YE OLDE COMEDIE in December

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.
Zosia Mamet Stars In Sci-fi Rom Com MOLLI AND MAX IN THE FUTURE

Zosia Mamet stars in the sci-fi rom com 'Molli and Max in the Future.' Get all the details about this exciting new film. MOLLI AND MAX IN THE FUTURE stars a fun ensemble cast including Zosia Mamet (HBO's Emmy Award Winning Girls, Emmy Nominated The Flight Attendant), and Aristotle Athari (Saturday Night Live), Arturo Castro (The Menu), and more.
Beck Center For The Arts Reveals 75th Anniversary with its 2023-2024 Youth Theater Season

Beck Center for the Arts has announced the 75th Youth Theater Season for 2023-2024. Learn more about the full lineup here!
Kate Burton, John Cariani & More Join Williamstown Theatre Festival Performances

Get the latest updates on the star-studded performances at the Williamstown Theatre Festival, including appearances by Kate Burton, John Cariani, and more. Find out when and where you can catch these exciting shows.
Dylan Baker, Omar Metwally, and More Set to Perform at Williamstown Theatre Festival This Week

Get ready for an unforgettable week at the Williamstown Theatre Festival! Dylan Baker, Omar Metwally, and a stellar lineup of talented actors will grace the stage with their remarkable performances. Don't miss this exclusive opportunity to witness the magic of live theater.
Bill Irwin and Jacob Ming-Trent to Join Eden Espinosa & More at WTF Cabaret

Don't miss the incredible lineup featuring Bill Irwin and Jacob Ming-Trent, joining Eden Espinosa and more at the highly anticipated WTF Cabaret. Prepare to be amazed by the extraordinary performances and talent on display.
Eden Espinosa, Alison Pill, Asmeret Ghebremichael & More Join Williamstown Theatre Festival Programming

Williamstown Theatre Festival has revealed the lineup for the WTF Cabaret, a cabaret series curated in partnership with Tony Award nominee and Festival mainstay Christopher Fitzgerald. See who is starring and learn how to purchase tickets!
Beck Center For The Arts Alumni Hall Of Fame Celebrates Impressive New Inductees For Historic 90th Season Spotlight Gala

Beck Center for the Arts’ annual Spotlight Gala theme, “Celebrating Our Past, Creating Our Future” looks back at Beck Center’s 90-year history of creating arts experiences, providing an evening of fun and entertainment, as well as a celebration of three very special inductees into the Alumni Hall of Fame. 
THE 24 HOUR PLAYS Reveals 2023 Nationals Company

The 24 Hour Plays has revealed this year's company for The 24 Hour Plays: Nationals.
Photos: See Josh Groban, Rachel Dratch, Julianne Hough & More at New 42's WE ARE FAMILY Gala

See photos from New 42's annual gala honoring Josh Groban, Julie Andrews and Emma Walton Hamilton, and more!
Lower East Side Film Festival Programming Announced For May 4-8

​ The 2023 Lower East Side Film Festival (“LESFF”) has announced the programming for its 13th annual event, which includes exclusive feature film premieres, specialty short showcases, industry panels, and parties from May 4 - 8 at the Village East Cinema, DCTV Firehouse Cinema, plus virtually through May 14. Enjoy the open bar for all screenings. Tickets are on-sale now and virtually.
Beck Center For The Arts Presents ONCE UPON A MATTRESS

Beck Center for the Arts, one of the oldest continuously running Youth Theater programs in the nation has announced the delightful Youth Theater musical production, Once Upon A Mattress.

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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