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Mike Baerga

Birth Place: Houston Texas

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BIO

TV/Film: Disney+ film Better Nate Than Ever, HBO’s We’re Here (Choreographer). Broadway: The Heart of Rock and Roll (Asst Dance Captain), Andrew Lloyd Webber’s Bad Cinderella, King Kong (Chita Rivera Award, Outstanding Ensemble; Special Tony Award, OCC Special Achievement for puppetry), Miss Saigon: 2017 Revival (Tony nomination, Best Revival), and Moulin Rouge (Lab). Off-Broadway/Concert: New York City Center, The Merry Widow at the Metropolitan Opera, Carmen at Houston Grand Opera (Soloist), Anyone Can Whistle (Carnegie Hall), 50 Years of Broadway (Kennedy Center). Regional: Can-Can, The Hunchback of Notre Dame, West Side Story (Bernardo), and Kiss Me, Kate (Gremio). Training: BA University of Houston, MFA Dance/Choreography NYU, Cedar Lake 360, Joffrey Ballet. Love to Mom/Dad/God. Follow: @MikeBaerga.

STAGE CREDITS

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2024
Ensemble

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2018
King's Company

Ensemble

[Broadway]
Broadway Revival Production, 2017
Performer (Swing)

[Milburn, NJ (Regional)]
Paper Mill Playhouse Production, 2014
Ensemble


Awards and Nominations


winner
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2019 - Special Achievement Awards

Mike BaergaKing Kong

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Jay Armstrong Johnson's I PUT A SPELL ON YOU: ALIVE Raises Over $230k for The Ali Forney Center

Jay Armstrong Johnson’s annual Halloween concert-meets-party I Put a Spell on You: ALiiVE at Webster Hall, benefiting the Ali Forney Center, played to a packed standing-room-only crowd last night, October 21.
Cast Set For Disney's FROZEN at Theatre Under The Stars

Come to Arendelle with Theatre Under The Stars (TUTS) and meet the cast of the magical new production of Disney’s Frozen which is one of the first regional productions of the show.
Jay Armstrong Johnson's I PUT A SPELL ON YOU to Stream on Broadway On Demand

Jay Armstrong Johnson's I PUT A SPELL ON YOU: ALiiVE at Webster Hall will stream on Broadway On Demand during Halloween weekend, offering a theatrical experience from the comfort of your home. Learn how to watch!
Todrick Hall, F Michael Haynie, and More Join Jay Armstrong Johnson's I PUT A SPELL ON YOU: ALIIVE

The complete cast has been announced for I Put a Spell on You: ALiiVE at Webster Hall. The lineup will include Todrick Hall (Kinky Boots, Straight Outta Oz) as well as F. Michael Haynie.
J. Harrison Ghee, Robyn Hurder, and More Join Jay Armstrong Johnson in I PUT A SPELL ON YOU: ALIIVE at Webster Hall

Jay Armstrong Johnson and friends are the villainous stars of this year's Halloween concert-meets-dance-party I Put a Spell on You: ALiiVE at Webster Hall including Tony Award Winner J. Harrison Ghee (Some Like It Hot), Tony Award Nominee Robyn Hurder (Moulin Rouge!, A Beautiful Noise), and more.
BRAN CASTLE - THE MUSICAL Will Hold Industry Presentations This Week

Bran Castle – The Musical will hold two invitation-only industry presentations on September 19th and 20th following a developmental workshop. Bran Castle – The Musical features a book, music and lyrics by Donald Nolan, with direction and choreography by JoAnn M. Hunter. 
Photos: Inside Huey Lewis' Sardi's Caricature Celebration

Huey Lewis was placed on the Sardi’s Walls of Broadway fame with his portrait at an unveiling by Max Klimavicius, owner of Sardi’s. See photos!
Limited Tickets Remain for This Sunday's BROADWAY BARES: HIT THE STRIP

Limited tickets remain for Broadway Bares: Hit the Strip, the spectacular, burlesque-infused trip down the Las Vegas strip. Learn how to purchase tickets.
THE HEART OF ROCK AND ROLL Sets Closing Date

The Heart of Rock and Roll will play its final performance on Broadway on Sunday, June 23rd at 3pm. At the time of closing, the show will have played 24 previews and 72 performances.
THE HEART OF ROCK AND ROLL Wins ACCA Award

Actors’ Equity Association has revealed that the chorus of the Broadway musical The Heart of Rock and Roll will receive the 2024 ACCA Award for Outstanding Broadway Chorus. Learn more about the award and the production!
Ariana DeBose, Amber Iman, Jay Armstrong Johnson, Jelani Remy, and More Join BROADWAY BARES Lineup

The lineup has been revealed for Broadway Bares: Hit the Strip, which will take place on Sunday, June 23, 2024. Find out who's performing here!
THE HEART OF ROCK AND ROLL Original Broadway Cast Recording Will Be Released June 14

The Original Broadway Cast Recording of the Broadway musical The Heart of Rock and Roll will be released on Friday, June 14 and will be available on all music streaming services.  Learn more about how to pre-save the album here!
Photos: Gayle King Visits THE HEART OF ROCK AND ROLL on Broadway

Gayle King rocked out on Broadway last week seeing “The Heart of Rock and Roll”. See photos!
Photos: On the Red Carpet for the 2024 Chita Rivera Awards

The Broadway productions of Illinoise, The Outsiders, Water for Elephants and more were winners at this year's 2024 Chita Rivera Awards. Check out photos from the red carpet!
Photos: Marilu Henner & Joe Montana Visit THE HEART OF ROCK AND ROLL

See photos of Marilu Henner & Joe Montana at The Heart of Rock and Roll. Learn more about the show and see how to purchase tickets.
Photos: Meet the Nominees For the 2024 Chita Rivera Awards

A special event was held recently for press to meet the Chita Rivera Awards nominees. BroadwayWorld was there and you can check out photos here!
Video: Amber Ardolino and John Juan Mercado Bare It All in Latest BROADWAY BARES Teaser!

Broadway Cares/ Equity Fights AIDS' fan-favorite production, Broadway Bares: Hit the Strip, will take place on June 23 in NYC. Watch the latest teaser video featuring Amber Ardolino and John Juan Mercado.
BROADWAY BARES: HIT THE STRIP to Take Place in June

Broadway Bares: Hit the Strip, this year’s edition of Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS’ annual striptease spectacular, will make its debut in June! Learn more about the annual event!
Review Roundup: THE HEART OF ROCK AND ROLL Opens On Broadway

The Heart of Rock and Roll is beating on Broadway as the bright new jukebox musical of the same name is now open at the James Earl Jones! Theatre. Read the reviews as the critics react!
Photos/Video: First Look at THE HEART OF ROCK AND ROLL on Broadway

Get a first look at the new Broadway musical The Heart of Rock and Roll, as new photos and video have been released ahead of the show's April 22nd Opening Night.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Mike Baerga been in?

Mike Baerga has appeared on Broadway in 3 shows.

How many West End shows has Mike Baerga been in?

Mike Baerga has not appeared in the West End.

What awards has Mike Baerga been nominated for?

and Special Achievement Awards (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for King Kong.

What awards has Mike Baerga won?

Mike Baerga has won Special Achievement Awards from the Outer Critics Circle Awards for his work on King Kong.

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