Michael Chekhov
Also Credited As: M. Chekhov
Birth Place: St. Petersburg, RUSSIA
Latest News on Michael Chekhov:
BroadwayWorld Classifieds 2/12/2026; Jobs In Marketing, Casting, and More (Feb 12, 2026)
Winners Revealed for Meanwhile Park Playwright Prizes 2026 and 2027 (Jan 28, 2026)
BWW Q&A: Jeff Thomakos of SCROOGE IN ROUGE at The Inspired Acting Company (Dec 2, 2025)
BroadwayWorld Classifieds 2/12/2026; Jobs In Marketing, Casting, and More (Feb 12, 2026)
Winners Revealed for Meanwhile Park Playwright Prizes 2026 and 2027 (Jan 28, 2026)
BWW Q&A: Jeff Thomakos of SCROOGE IN ROUGE at The Inspired Acting Company (Dec 2, 2025)
Productions
Movies
Man from the Restaurant
[ 1927 ] Skorohodov - The Waiter
[ 1927 ] Skorohodov - The Waiter
Song of Russia
[ 1944 ] Ivan Stepanov
[ 1944 ] Ivan Stepanov
In Our Time
[ 1944 ] Uncle Leopold Baruta
[ 1944 ] Uncle Leopold Baruta
Spellbound
[ 1945 ] Dr. Alexander Brulov
[ 1945 ] Dr. Alexander Brulov
Specter of the Rose
[ 1946 ] Max Polikoff
[ 1946 ] Max Polikoff
Cross My Heart
[ 1946 ] Peter
[ 1946 ] Peter
Abie's Irish Rose
[ 1946 ] Solomon Levy
[ 1946 ] Solomon Levy
Texas, Brooklyn & Heaven
[ 1948 ] Gaboolian
[ 1948 ] Gaboolian
Invitation
[ 1952 ] Dr. Fromm
[ 1952 ] Dr. Fromm
Holiday for Sinners
[ 1952 ] Dr. Konndorff
[ 1952 ] Dr. Konndorff
Rhapsody
[ 1954 ] Professor Schuman
[ 1954 ] Professor Schuman
News
BroadwayWorld Classifieds 2/12/2026; Jobs In Marketing, Casting, and More
by - Feb 12, 2026
This Week's New Classified Listings on BroadwayWorld for 2/12/2026 include new jobs for those looking to work in the theatre industry.
by - Feb 12, 2026
This Week's New Classified Listings on BroadwayWorld for 2/12/2026 include new jobs for those looking to work in the theatre industry.
Winners Revealed for Meanwhile Park Playwright Prizes 2026 and 2027
by Stephi Wild - Jan 28, 2026
MEANWHILE PARK has announced the winners of its Playwright Prizes for 2026 and 2027, celebrating innovative theater in Salt Lake City. Learn more here!
by Stephi Wild - Jan 28, 2026
MEANWHILE PARK has announced the winners of its Playwright Prizes for 2026 and 2027, celebrating innovative theater in Salt Lake City. Learn more here!
BWW Q&A: Jeff Thomakos of SCROOGE IN ROUGE at The Inspired Acting Company
by Joshua Wright - Dec 2, 2025
A madcap, quick-change musical mashup where A Christmas Carol gets delightfully derailed! When 17 out of 20 cast members mysteriously fall ill from a bout of “ham” (bad acting or questionable meat—we may never know), the show must go on with a trio of desperate actors, dozens of quick-changes, and absolutely no shame.
by Joshua Wright - Dec 2, 2025
A madcap, quick-change musical mashup where A Christmas Carol gets delightfully derailed! When 17 out of 20 cast members mysteriously fall ill from a bout of “ham” (bad acting or questionable meat—we may never know), the show must go on with a trio of desperate actors, dozens of quick-changes, and absolutely no shame.
BWW Q&A: Jasmin Singer of END OF THE RAINBOW at CenterStage Theatre at the JCC
by Joshua Wright - Nov 25, 2025
BWW Q&A: Jasmin Singer of End of the Rainbow at CenterStage Theatre at the JCC
by Joshua Wright - Nov 25, 2025
BWW Q&A: Jasmin Singer of End of the Rainbow at CenterStage Theatre at the JCC
First Preview Performances of THE HAMLET PROJECT Will Launch New RADA Residencies Programme
by Stephi Wild - Oct 27, 2025
RADA and Trish Wadley Productions have announced Sinéad Rushe's polyphonic production of The Hamlet Project will have a week of previews at RADA to pilot a new RADA Residencies programme.
by Stephi Wild - Oct 27, 2025
RADA and Trish Wadley Productions have announced Sinéad Rushe's polyphonic production of The Hamlet Project will have a week of previews at RADA to pilot a new RADA Residencies programme.
![THE COMPLETE WORKS OF WILLIAM SHAKESPEARE (ABRIDGED) [REVISED] [REVISED AGAIN] at Gre Photo](https://cloudimages.broadwayworld.com/columnpiccloud/200200-8386e6f160c44170cc3cac896ea5aca5.jpg)
THE COMPLETE WORKS OF WILLIAM SHAKESPEARE (ABRIDGED) [REVISED] [REVISED AGAIN] at Gretna Theatre
by Emmy Rice - Jun 1, 2025
This summer, Gretna Theatre sets the stage for Shakespearean mayhem as it presents The Complete Works of William Shakespeare (abridged) [revised] [revised again] - a laugh-out-loud comedy featuring all 37 of Shakespeare’s plays in under 100 minutes.
by Emmy Rice - Jun 1, 2025
This summer, Gretna Theatre sets the stage for Shakespearean mayhem as it presents The Complete Works of William Shakespeare (abridged) [revised] [revised again] - a laugh-out-loud comedy featuring all 37 of Shakespeare’s plays in under 100 minutes.
Renaissance Now Theatre & Film Brings Two NOW SPEAK Productions of Shakespeare in Rep To Chain Theatre in July
by A.A. Cristi - May 28, 2025
Renaissance Now Theatre & Film, led by Kathy Curtiss, specializes in freely adapting Shakespearean plays with additions of dialogue in contemporary prose. The company returns this summer with its third season of 'now speak' productions in New York, performing 'The Tempest' and 'Measure For Measure' in repertory July 2 to 5 at The Chain Theatre, 312 West 36th Street, 4th floor.
by A.A. Cristi - May 28, 2025
Renaissance Now Theatre & Film, led by Kathy Curtiss, specializes in freely adapting Shakespearean plays with additions of dialogue in contemporary prose. The company returns this summer with its third season of 'now speak' productions in New York, performing 'The Tempest' and 'Measure For Measure' in repertory July 2 to 5 at The Chain Theatre, 312 West 36th Street, 4th floor.
Lachlan McPheat Delivers a Moving Performance in SubUrbia at The Odyssey Theatre Ensemble
by Team BWW - Apr 21, 2025
New Zealand-born actor Lachlan McPheat is currently performing in Los Angeles with his portrayal of Jeff Gallagher in SubUrbia, Eric Bogosian’s raw and thrilling play now running at The Odyssey Theatre Ensemble in Santa Monica.
by Team BWW - Apr 21, 2025
New Zealand-born actor Lachlan McPheat is currently performing in Los Angeles with his portrayal of Jeff Gallagher in SubUrbia, Eric Bogosian’s raw and thrilling play now running at The Odyssey Theatre Ensemble in Santa Monica.
FAT HAM South Florida Premiere to be Presented at Island City Stage
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 28, 2025
Island City Stage will present their collaborative production of Fat Ham, the 2022 Pulitzer Prize-winning play by James Ijames, this spring. Learn more!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 28, 2025
Island City Stage will present their collaborative production of Fat Ham, the 2022 Pulitzer Prize-winning play by James Ijames, this spring. Learn more!
Wolf Trap Foundation For The Performing Arts Awards 14 Grants To Public School Educators
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 27, 2025
Wolf Trap Foundation for the Performing Arts has awarded grants to 14 teachers at public high schools and middle schools in Virginia, Maryland, and Washington, DC to fund theater projects. Learn more.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 27, 2025
Wolf Trap Foundation for the Performing Arts has awarded grants to 14 teachers at public high schools and middle schools in Virginia, Maryland, and Washington, DC to fund theater projects. Learn more.
Raleigh Little Theatre Announces Directors for Spring 2025 Productions
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 14, 2025
Raleigh Little Theatre has announced the directors for its spring 2025 productions. This talented group of artists will bring fresh perspectives and dynamic energy to the stage, ensuring unforgettable experiences for audiences in the second half of our vibrant 84th season.
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 14, 2025
Raleigh Little Theatre has announced the directors for its spring 2025 productions. This talented group of artists will bring fresh perspectives and dynamic energy to the stage, ensuring unforgettable experiences for audiences in the second half of our vibrant 84th season.
New York Women In Film & Television Presents Eight Scholarships To Filmmaking Students In 2024
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 11, 2024
New York Women in Film & Television has announced the presentation of eight scholarships to film, television, and media production students at New York area schools in 2024 as part of the organization's ongoing commitment to nurturing the next generation of women in media.
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 11, 2024
New York Women in Film & Television has announced the presentation of eight scholarships to film, television, and media production students at New York area schools in 2024 as part of the organization's ongoing commitment to nurturing the next generation of women in media.
DEAD BROKE Comes to the Theatre Centre Next Month
by Stephi Wild - Sep 24, 2024
Lost Dreams Collective will present Dead Broke by Will King from Oct 31 to Nov 10 at The Theatre Centre, directed by Calvin Petersen.
by Stephi Wild - Sep 24, 2024
Lost Dreams Collective will present Dead Broke by Will King from Oct 31 to Nov 10 at The Theatre Centre, directed by Calvin Petersen.
Horror-Comedy DEAD BROKE Announced Ar The Theatre Centre This Halloween
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 23, 2024
Lost Dreams Collective will present Dead Broke by Will King from Oct 31 to Nov 10 at The Theatre Centre, directed by Calvin Petersen.
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 23, 2024
Lost Dreams Collective will present Dead Broke by Will King from Oct 31 to Nov 10 at The Theatre Centre, directed by Calvin Petersen.
OTHELLO Directed By Sinéad Rushe Will Be Released Online For Streaming
by Stephi Wild - Aug 15, 2024
Following its successful run at Riverside Studios last autumn, Sinéad Rushe's polyphonic production of Othello will be available to stream exclusively on Original Online this September.
by Stephi Wild - Aug 15, 2024
Following its successful run at Riverside Studios last autumn, Sinéad Rushe's polyphonic production of Othello will be available to stream exclusively on Original Online this September.
Shakespeare & Company to Present THE COMEDY OF ERRORS Beginning Next Week
by Blair Ingenthron - Jul 6, 2024
William Shakespeare's The Comedy of Errors takes over Shakespeare & Company's outdoor mainstage this summer, directed by Kate Kohler Amory July 13 through August 18 at the Arthur S. Waldstein Amphitheatre.
by Blair Ingenthron - Jul 6, 2024
William Shakespeare's The Comedy of Errors takes over Shakespeare & Company's outdoor mainstage this summer, directed by Kate Kohler Amory July 13 through August 18 at the Arthur S. Waldstein Amphitheatre.
Three LA Artists Featured In 2024 PlayGround Free-Play Festival
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 17, 2024
Discover the diverse new works at PlayGround's Free-Play Festival, featuring 11 productions from acclaimed theatre artists, including three from Los Angeles. Runs August 9-25 at Potrero Stage and simulcast.
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 17, 2024
Discover the diverse new works at PlayGround's Free-Play Festival, featuring 11 productions from acclaimed theatre artists, including three from Los Angeles. Runs August 9-25 at Potrero Stage and simulcast.
PlayGround's Free-Play Festival to Return in August at Potrero Stage
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 17, 2024
PlayGround's Free-Play Festival will return in Augus at Potrero Stage, featuring 11 diverse productions by theatre artists nationwide. Enjoy a variety of performances from dance to ensemble plays. Learn how to purchase tickets.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 17, 2024
PlayGround's Free-Play Festival will return in Augus at Potrero Stage, featuring 11 diverse productions by theatre artists nationwide. Enjoy a variety of performances from dance to ensemble plays. Learn how to purchase tickets.
BLACK BASTARD Comes to Stephanie Feury Studio Theatre in June
by Stephi Wild - May 24, 2024
This June, writer/performer Jon Joseph Gentry transports audiences to 1990s Houston with his solo show 'Black Bastard.' Portraying over 10 vividly-rendered characters, Gentry guides viewers through a prismatic coming-of-age tale brimming with humor, heart, and stylistic flair.
by Stephi Wild - May 24, 2024
This June, writer/performer Jon Joseph Gentry transports audiences to 1990s Houston with his solo show 'Black Bastard.' Portraying over 10 vividly-rendered characters, Gentry guides viewers through a prismatic coming-of-age tale brimming with humor, heart, and stylistic flair.
Randolph A. Frank Prize For The Performing Arts Reveals Winner
by Stephi Wild - May 8, 2024
The 2024 Randolph A. Frank Prize for the Performing Arts has been awarded to acclaimed entertainer Avery Sommers, Rosarian Academy Theatre and Fine Arts Director Robert Sherman and Alexander W. Dreyfoos School of the Arts Orchestra Director Jeffrey Adkins.
by Stephi Wild - May 8, 2024
The 2024 Randolph A. Frank Prize for the Performing Arts has been awarded to acclaimed entertainer Avery Sommers, Rosarian Academy Theatre and Fine Arts Director Robert Sherman and Alexander W. Dreyfoos School of the Arts Orchestra Director Jeffrey Adkins.
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