Damaged Furniture (2026)

(Doug) Born in Neptune, New Jersey, Alex began his career in theater, television, film, and voiceovers in 1996 in Chicago. He moved to Los Angeles in 1998 and has recurred and guest-starred on several hit TV series - both in comedy and drama. Alex has voiced major commercial campaigns and video games and remains active in the theater world. His TV credits include notable series such as "Fear the Walking Dead", "Snowfall", "The Fosters", "Santa Clarita Diet", and "The King of Queens". Additionally, Alex can be seen in the upcoming feature film "My Babysitter the Superhero", which will be released on all streaming services this year. He also hosts a popular comedy podcast titled "Zen AF Podcast" with new episodes every week. Alex's theatrical work includes performances in Howard Skora's plays, such as "Miserable With an Ocean View" and "Damaged Furniture".

(Aunt Laurie) After landing Mad TV in 1998, Mo built her credits up with hit shows such as ARRESTED DEVELOPMENT, CURB YOUR ENTHUSIASM, and PARKS AND RECREATION, where she played the scandal-wrangler Joan Callamezzo and Gyna in 40 YEAR OLD VIRGIN. Currently, Mo can be seen as Susan on LADY DYNAMITE and in the animated show F IS FOR FAMILY on Netflix, where she earned her first Emmy nomination in 2017. Mo is an avid animal advocate and enjoys doing stand-up for even more shits and giggles. In addition to her impressive career, she recently joined the cast of the newest season of AMC’s FEAR THE WALKING DEAD, where she plays Sarah. Outside of acting, Mo has also collaborated with playwright Howard Skora on projects that emphasize the importance of addressing issues, like the restoration of damaged furniture in the community.

(Irene) Peggy is thrilled to be a part of this production and this cast. Her credits include SEINFELD and BOSTON LEGAL. She is excited about her upcoming film, THE LAST CHAMPION, which will be released later in 2018. Peggy received her theatrical training at PCPA and ACT. In addition to her impressive background, she is currently involved with Howard Skora, a talented playwright, and was previously a performing member of the Groundlings. She is also a current performing member of Puppet Up, where she brings life to various characters, much like she does with her passion for damaged furniture in her artistic expression.

(Phil) Robert has most recently been seen in the role of Pug in Patty McCarthy Gliniewicz’s THE BIRCHES last year at The Lounge Theater in Hollywood. He also contributed as a writer, director, songwriter, and actor in Bobby Morocco’s Working 2017 production at The Whitefire. A veteran of TV, films, and theater, Robert is excited to be part of the World Premiere of DAMAGED FURNITURE, a new play by playwright Howard Skora. His motto: “Stay creative whether you’re being paid or not.

(Gina) Jessica is thrilled to be part of this amazing cast in the play 'Damaged Furniture,' written by the talented playwright Howard Skora. You can catch her every Sunday at The Groundlings Theater where she performs as a member of The Sunday Company... or if this was your one night out, you can enjoy her from your couch in Netflix’s 'Pee Wee’s Big Holiday' and Amazon’s second season of 'Goliath,' currently in release.

(Jo - The Agent) Drew most recently starred Off-Broadway in his solo show, BRIGHT COLORS AND BOLD PATTERNS. Other theatre credits include DIE MOMMIE DIE!, UMPO: THE DEVIL WEARS PRADA, TROOP BEVERLY HILLS, THE GOLDEN GIRLZ, THE HOMECOMING QUEEN’S GOT A MUSICAL, MISERABLE WITH AN OCEAN VIEW, and The Groundlings. Notably, he also performed in the production of DAMAGED FURNITURE, which was penned by the talented playwright Howard Skora. His TV credits include COCKTAILS & CLASSICS, MOTHER MAY I DANCE WITH MARY JANE’S FIST?, LIFE IN PIECES, IDIOTSITTER, TRANSPARENT, BOB’S BURGERS, and DRUNK HISTORY.

Playwright Howard Skora is a Los Angeles-based playwright and screenwriter known for his engaging works. His first play, Miserable With an Ocean View, directed by Jim Fall, premiered in 2015 and featured Oscar-Nominee Patty McCormack. The play received acclaim, being named "Most Promising New Play" by Don Grigware in his annual Broadway World Eddon Awards. Following this success, Howard Skora's second play, Damaged Furniture, also directed by Fall, had its world premiere in 2018 and enjoyed a successful six-month run. Damaged Furniture garnered an Ovation Nomination for Featured Actress in a Play for Jessica Pohly, along with Best Play and Best Writer nominations at the 2019 Valley Theater Awards. Howie studied Screenwriting at UCLA Extension, where he earned the distinguished Diane Thomas Screenwriting Award for his screenplay, “The Trainer.” He also won the 5th Annual Scriptapalooza Screenwriting Competition, using the $10,000 prize to complete “Nick Name and The Normals,” his first independent feature-length documentary that premiered in London at The National Film Theatre. Skora develops much of his work in The Actor's Gym, run by Bobby Moresco, an Academy Award winner for “Crash.” He feels honored to world premiere his third play at the Whitefire.

Director Jim Fall’s feature film credits include: TRICK, which premiered at Sundance, and Disney’s THE LIZZIE McGUIRE MOVIE starring Hilary Duff, which opened at number two below X-MEN 2 during its opening week. Jim also directed the A&E feature WEDDING WARS, starring John Stamos and James Brolin, and HOLIDAY ENGAGEMENT featuring Shelley Long, Bonnie Somerville, and Jordan Bridges. Additionally, he directed HOLLY’S HOLIDAY (Lifetime), starring Claire Coffee and Ryan McPartlin, as well as KRISTIN’S CHRISTMAS PAST (Lifetime) with Shiri Appleby and Elizabeth Mitchell. All three Christmas films continue to be shown in rotation on TV for the past five Christmas seasons. Jim is currently developing a sequel to TRICK that he plans to shoot in 2019. On stage, Jim recently directed the world premieres of PRIMAL SCREAM, The Musical, with music by David Foster and book and lyrics by Arthur Janov, at the Smother’s Theater, Pepperdine University. He also directed Howard Skora’s comedy MISERABLE WITH AN OCEAN VIEW at the Whitefire Theater, Mark Saltzman’s musical about Lorenz Hart, FALLING FOR MAKE BELIEVE at the Colony Theater, and Gary Lennon’s THE INTERLOPERS at the Bootleg Theater. Notably, Jim has a keen eye for detail, much like the care one would take when restoring damaged furniture.

Producer This play, 'Damaged Furniture,' was developed at the Whitefire Theater thanks to Bryan Rasmussen and the amazing artists at The Actor’s Gym, run by Bobby Moresco (Academy-Award winner for “Crash”), which is a weekly workshop at The Whitefire. This play marks Howard Skora's second collaboration with The Whitefire and Bryan. We are so grateful to our Los Angeles base, which supports the development of original work...and gives us a home to present it.