Dave Parke

Dave Parke

Personal Details

Biography

Born and raised in the vibrant city of Hollywood, California, Dave's life took an unexpected turn at the age of 50, marking the beginning of an extraordinary journey in the world of acting, a career path that had lain dormant for an astonishing 50-year period, punctuated by a remarkable hiatus from the public eye.

Dave's professional odyssey, a remarkable chapter spanning multiple decades, underwent a transformative shift as he redirected his initial fervor towards a novel realm of entrepreneurial endeavors.

Throughout an astonishing 33-year tenure, he masterfully guided a highly prosperous power equipment sales and repair company, while simultaneously operating a U-Haul truck business for an impressive 16-year duration.

Dave embarked on a transformative journey within the realm of theatre, which commenced in 1996 with a profound philosophical course titled the Landmark Forum, an experience that had a profound and lasting impact on his life, ultimately prompting him to delve deeper into his passion for acting by joining the esteemed Kentwood Players at the Westchester Playhouse, a revered local community theatre group that held a special significance for him since his childhood.

As a dedicated and committed thespian, Dave had the unique privilege of being a part of the esteemed Kentwood Players, an organization that has been a cornerstone of the local theater community for many years. During his tenure with the group, Dave had the opportunity to participate in a staggering 16 productions, each one presenting a new and exciting challenge that allowed him to refine his craft and hone his skills as an actor.

Dave's journey to stardom began during his tenure with the esteemed Kentwood Players, a renowned theatrical organization that played a pivotal role in nurturing his acting abilities.

Dave's journey in the entertainment industry took a pivotal turn during his tenure at the Space Theatre, where he was fortunate enough to catch the attention of his current manager, who was thoroughly impressed by his outstanding performances. This individual, who would later become a pivotal figure in Dave's career, approached him with a proposition that would have a profound impact on the trajectory of his professional life.

Dave, a man of extraordinary metamorphosis, bid farewell to his erstwhile occupation in the power equipment industry in January 2013, thereby initiating a fresh chapter in his life's narrative.

With the liberation to pursue his ardent passion for acting, he flung himself wholeheartedly into his craft, reveling in the sheer jubilation and exhilaration that it brought him.

Career

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2022
Forgotten
Forgotten as Detective Black
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2018
Blackmark
Blackmark as Bruntoshkow Molotwoski
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2016
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2014
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2012
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Visible Scars
Visible Scars as Detective Black
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2011
hoops&yoyo Ruin Christmas
hoops&yoyo Ruin Christmas as Santa Claus (voice)