David Bottrell returns to the Rogue Machine with his latest journey into wit and wisdom. Bottrell manages to winnow out turning points in his life and then present them to audiences with his classic comedic flair. To quote Broadway World, “Bottrell’s storytelling is a mesmerizing journey, unveiling subtleties and deep humor even in the darkest moments…brings brilliance to the boards.” Recently presented to theater audiences in New York, where it captured critical acclaim, DEAR MR. BOTTRELL, I CANNOT POSSIBLY ACCEPT THIS will charm Los Angeles audiences in July 2024.
David Dean Bottrell – Photo by Conor Weiss
The show spotlights several vignettes taken from Bottrell’s life, including taking singing lessons with a wacky lady of limited talent, over-enthusiastic weight loss which triggers praise regardless of the outcome, and working on keeping his sister out of prison. The title of the production outlines one of the most embarrassing – and very funny – missteps in Bottrell’s life. This is a mistake which cannot be taken back, an event which must be accepted before moving forward.
David Dean Bottrell – Photo courtesy of Rogue Machine
An actor/storyteller/writer who developed his first solo show, “David Dean Bottrell Makes Love,” way back in 2011, Bottrell continues to enchant and entertain his audiences with skill and subtle wit. His three hilarious solo shows have all been presented at the Rogue Machine to great reviews. The Los Angeles Times deemed his 2011 production as “hysterical…well-structured…deeply consoling.” Broadway World nominated him for Best Solo Theatre Performance in 2022 and 2023. And let’s not forget Bottrell’s acting appearances, both in sketches and TV shows, in venues like Comedy Central Stage, Acme Comedy Theatre, “Law and Order SVU,” “Blacklist,” “NCIS,” “Criminal Minds,” “Mad Men,” “Castle,” “Bones,” “Boston Legal,” and others too numerous to mention.
David Dean Bottrell in THE DEATH OF ME YET – Photo by Conor Weiss
DEAR MR. BOTTRELL, I CANNOT POSSIBLY ACCEPT THIS is the culmination of Bottrell’s life and experiences, a blending of acting, storytelling, and comic delivery in a man whose gentle unassuming appearance harbors a keen observer with the ability to see the humor in life’s punches and pokes and share those insights with others. It is no wonder that he has amassed a large fan base who wait impatiently for his next crazy journey. By the way, in his spare time, Bottrell wrote “Working Actor,” which was recently published by Penguin Random House.
David Dean Bottrell at the Matrix Theatre after the show – Photo by Elaine L. Mura
DEAR MR. BOTTRELL, I CANNOT POSSIBLY ACCEPT THIS runs through July 21, 2024, with performances at 8 p.m. on Wednesday, July 10; at 9:30 p.m. on Friday, July 12; at 9:30 p.m. on Friday July 19; at 3 p.m. on Saturday, July 13; at 3 p.m. on Saturday, July 20, and at 3 p.m. on Sunday, July 21. Bottrell is also reprising his earlier solo show, “The Death of Me Yet” at 3 p.m. on Sunday, July 14; at 8 p.m. on Monday, July 15; and at 8 p.m. on Wednesday, July 17. The Rogue Machine performs at the Matrix Theatre, 7657 Melrose Avenue, Los Angeles, CA 90046. Tickets are $45 (seniors $35, students $25). For information and reservations, call 855-585-5185 or go online.
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