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Small Parts is the one man show about Hollywood to end all one man shows about Hollywood. [more...] Oct. 13, 2014

Richard states that his one man show is a satire of everything that is wrong in the entertainment industry. [more...] Nov. 5, 2014

Tanner fully commits every part of his being to depicting youthful ambitions, diverse and ridiculous role castings and heart wrenching real life scenarios such as death, depression, odd jobs and homelessness. [more...] Nov. 2, 2014

Oct 19, 2014
THIS WEEK ON THE NDUSTRY, MEET COMEDIC PERSONALITY, THEATRICAL AND TELEVISION ACTOR, WRITER AND PRODUCER, RICHARD TANNER!

Richard has Guest-Starred in dozens of prime-time, episodics, from THE GOLDEN GIRLS (in which he first came to the public’s attention as “Young Stan”) to his recurring role on CBS’ THE AGENCY. Other notable appearances include THE WEST WING, JAG, MONK and STAR TREK: ENTERPRISE. Forthcoming features include SPANNERS, THE LAST CURTAIN CALL, and RON AND LAURA TAKE BACK AMERICA. He recently wrapped filming the feature CITIZENS UNITED, with Ed Asner, and will begin shooting the features, BARELY LOVE: A MUSICAL, later this year, and KING SAUD in early 2015. YOU ARE NOW IN THE NDUSTRY!

this uproarious multi-media solo show chronicles the ins, outs, highs, lows and mind-boggling absurdities of Tanner’s twenty-plus years as a working actor [more...] Sep. 28, 2014

Winston Churchill said, ‘Success is the ability to go from failure to failure with no loss of enthusiasm.’ [more...] Oct 10, 2014

DON’T UNDERESTIMATE RICHARD TANNER’S SMALL PARTS!

“If you live in the LA area you MUST MUST MUST see Richard Tanner’s one man show “Small Parts” before it goes to Broadway and gets a whole lot more expensive! Both hilarious and touching, Richard describes in great detail what it’s like to grow up determined to be an actor and therefore suffer through all the indignities that follow in New York and Hollywood. It’s sweet and sentimental and very real.”

—posted by Janet Charlton on June 19, 2014

World-renowned playwright Robert Patrick, after his “audience participation” in 10/22’s show

Richard makes nice with the Fringe Festival mascots, at The Fringe Benefit at King King in Hollywood!

Richard makes nice with the Fringe Festival mascots, at The Fringe Benefit at King King in Hollywood!

Richard helps celebrate the “Film Noir”-themed Fringe Opening Gala, at the Dragonfly in Hollywood

Richard helps celebrate the “Film Noir”-themed Fringe Opening Gala, at the Dragonly in Hollywood

Richard Tanner, caught by surprise at “Fringe Central,” after his sold-out 10 pm. performance of “small PARTS,” 6/13/14

Richard Tanner, caught by surprise at “Fringe Central,” after his sold-out 10 pm. performance of “small PARTS,” 6/13/14

“I will be reflecting on your show for some time. It was so insightful on the human condition on so many levels. Well done! You really moved me, and I'm sure everyone else with a beating heart and open soul who saw it will not soon forget.”

“Even though I am not an actor nor in the industry, much of what you presented spoke to me and I could relate to. I have not stopped thinking about the show... Your journey is such an inspiration. I have not been this moved by a live performance in a long time.”

“You captured the travails of what an artist (actor or otherwise) faces in this crazy business that we so love and you did it with humor and, above all, with sensitivity and vulnerability without ever feeling sorry for yourself. You touched me with your depth and the many layers you revealed in the show.”

“What a great show. We all felt like we were being treated to something truly special, presented with love. Really, like a lesson in what "intimate LA theater" should be, and so seldom is!”

Would The Person In This Mugshot Lie?

If you come see “small PARTS,” and are not 100% SATSFIED, I will guarantee...... I will feel guilty about it for days. Months, even. And will probably indulge in some self-destructive behavior to subconsciously punish myself.

HOW CAN YOU LOSE???!!!

the small Parts Cocktail:

1 ripe Ego (the larger the better)
1 heaping tbsp each of fresh Hopes, Dreams & Fantasies
1/2 tsp. Bitters
A splash of Self-Pity (careful; a little goes a long way)

Add equal parts Self-delusion and Self-deprecation, to taste
Blend with the harsh realities of Show Business (The Economy may be substituted)
Shake well

Garnish generously with Wisecracks, and serve.