Adopted by Appalachians at Santa Monica Playhouse

Dates: 11/8/2025

Theatre:

Santa Monica Playhouse

1211 4th Street

Adopted by Appalachians is a unique mystery solo show featuring Paulina Combow, who takes on the role of a young detective navigating her identity against the backdrop of the 1990s rural South. With special appearances by iconic figures like Fox Mulder and Dolly Parton, the story intertwines elements of the paranormal with a real-life cold case investigation. As she seeks to uncover her past, the detective grapples with themes of belief and self-discovery in a captivating whodunnit format. This intriguing performance promises an engaging exploration of identity in a pre-DNA technology era.

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