Malibu Playhouse Hosts New Shows

Looking for a night at the theater? The Malibu Playhouse has a string of offerings headed to the stage this fall. 

Night & Dave 

This hit autobiographical show starring solo performer David Trudell chronicles his trials and triumphs as he struggles to find his true voice throughout his teen and early adult years. Trudell speaks openly about his love for Hollywood, leaving his small town for Los Angeles and diving headfirst into a new array of gay experiences—all in hopes of discovering his authentic voice.

The show is directed by Michael Kerns, a veteran of solo performance, who had perviously worked with David in “In Heat in Hollywood” and “In Heat in Hollywood Ho Ho.”

The show first played on Sat., Nov. 2 at 8 p.m. and Sunday, Nov. 3 at 3 p.m. Tickets are $25 and can be purchased online at malibuplayhouse.org/night-dave/ or by calling 323.960.7711.

Suburban Showgirl

This inspirational one-woman show written and starring Palmer Davis tells of the character “Wendy Walker”, a wife, mother and professional dancer, and her journey towards self acceptance.  The show illustrates how a mishap while working as a magician’s assistant in Las Vegas forces Walker to reevaluate her career and role as wife and mother as she comes to a pivotal decision about her life.

Director Cate Caplin has produced, directed and choreographed more than 200 productions and has been the recipient of various awards including the Garland Award and  an Award of Excellence from the L.A. Film Commission. All original music for the show was composed and performed by award-winning Musical Director Ross Kalling.

The show will take place on Nov. 22, 23, 24, 29, 30 and Dec. 1. Tickets are $30 and can be purchased online at malibuplayhouse.org or by calling 323.960.7711.

The Malibu Playhouse will also be continuing their Play Reading Series through the beginning of December. 

These are partially staged readings of original works and plays up for consideration for future production. The readings take place on Monday nights at 7:30 p.m. and are free for season subscribers with a $10 suggested donation for general admission.

Some of the readings for November and December include:

“Hell Mouth” by Tom Jacobson on Nov. 4. This tells the story of Tim, a man who rediscovers himself while making a monumental art history find.

“Inanna Restrung”: Voices of Descent and Ascent” on Nov. 11, which will feature the works of 13 poets compiled in a spoken-word play about the Sumerian goddess Inanna.

“A Reunion of Sorts” by Jerry Lacy will take place on Nov. 18. This tells the story of a woman’s former boyfriends who must confront their pasts when she comes into town again after thirty years. 

“All There is To Know” by Tom Baum takes place on Dec. 2 and tells of a teenage boy who makes a shocking discovery about his father.