Derek DelGaudio

Derek DelGaudio is a Los-Angeles based author and performer from Johnstown, Pennsylvania. His work spans a variety of mediums, from theatre, to books, to TV and podcasts. He’s most well known for his unique blend of stories and drawings, which combine to create vivid images that bring his stories to life.

Derek first broke out in the world of theatre. He is the award-winning author and performer of the one-person show, “Talking Heads,” which debuted in Edinburgh, Scotland in 2010. This show follows a man as he talks through his life experiences as they move from Spain, to the United States, to the UK. This production caught the attention of the LA-based theatre critics and catapulted him onto the national stage.

He followed up this success with other one-person shows “One of Us” and “Lovelanguage,” both of which ran off-Broadway in New York City. These shows continued to showcase his unique blend of storytelling and illustration, which has become a signature of his work.

His success in the theatre led him to other mediums, including books and podcasts. His book “Unguarded: An Intimate Conversation with Myself” was published in 2019. This book takes readers on an illustrated journey about his life and the choices he made in response to how he was treated. He describes it as an “optimistic exploration of human relationships.”

In 2020, he released his podcast “Imaginary Advice,” which explores his thoughts on life and his “Preservation of Vision.” This podcast combines storytelling and illustration, much like his works on the stage.

Much of Derek’s work focuses on the ways in which people build relationships with each other. Relationships have been a central theme in much of his work, which speaks to his interest in them both in real life and in literature. He has said that he believes “the most powerful art is created when people feel connected to each other.”

Derek DelGaudio’s unique blend of storytelling and illustration makes him stand out from the rest. His works tackle important topics, such as relationships and human connections, in a manner that is inspiring and reflective of current events. If you’re looking for a book or a show that will leave you with something to think about, Derek DelGaudio is a great author and performer to check out.