Recent Work & Off-Broadway Highlights

Cheryl recently starred in and co-wrote the Off-Broadway production A Letter to Harvey Milk, bringing her signature blend of heart, humor, and humanity to the stage.

Her hit solo musical Shoes and Baggage (music by Tom Kochan), originally produced at the cell Theatre, has completed its second Off-Broadway run at Out of the Box Theatrics, continuing to captivate audiences with its deeply personal storytelling and musical depth.

Musicals, Lyrics & Educational Theatre

Cheryl created lyrics for the musical Nor’mal (book by Yvonne Adrian, music by Tom Kochan, Transport Group). The adaptation, now titled Pretty to the Bone, has found a vibrant life in schools and university theatre programs, making it a favorite for educational and youth-focused productions.

Selected Writing & Performance Credits: 

The Audience (Drama Desk Nomination – Best Musical), Famous: A Hollywood Musical (TRU Award Winner), Requiem for William, That’s Life! (Outer Critics Circle Nomination), A Christmas Survival Guide, Are We There Yet?, Being Audrey, The Gene Game (EST – Alfred P. Sloan Award), Buffalonia (Solo Performance), Littlest Light on the Christmas Tree (Vital Theatre)

Film & Television

Look for Cheryl in a recurring role on Season 2 of Amazon Prime’s The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel, bringing her dynamic presence from stage to screen.

Professional Affiliations & Education

Cheryl is a resident member of the cell theatre, a member of ASCAP and The Dramatists Guild, and a proud graduate of Northwestern University.

Featured Media & Writing

The Night the Lights Went Out — Off-Broadway
Lyricist Cheryl Stern recalls a harrowing and unforgettable night at the theatre: unplugged, unhinged, and deeply human.