The Cowboy Ain't Dead Yet

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“A Tour de Force! Our audience loved him. He's a singer--He's an actor--He's terrific!"
Mo Nichols-Riverbend Live Concerts-Winston, OR

http://www.arts.state.tx.us/

2010-2012 TEXAS TOURING ARTIST

"The Cowboy Ain’t Dead Yet!” is a one man, one act musical comedy play about the most fascinating character to ever ride across the pages of history, the American Cowboy.  Joe Texas sets out to dispel the rumor the cowboy is a dying breed. Through songs, stories and poems of the west, Joe will share with you the real story of the cowboy, not the Hollywood version.. It’s a “cowboy thang” and much more. Audiences of all ages from all walks of life from Portland to Paris, from Chicago to San Antonio agree this show is a WINNER and a refreshing change.

“Robert Joe Vandygriff as Joe Texas in the musical comedy “The Cowboy Ain’t Dead Yet!” is OUTSTANDING!” Springfield News

Joe Texas sings, twirls a rope, plays harmonica, banjo, guitar and even throws in a few dance steps during the show. His expressions and timing have been compared to the legendary comic, Red Skelton, his wit to that of Will Rogers and his vocals to the great Gene Autry. The set is simple, a campfire, saddle, corral fence and a couple of steer heads but it’s extremely effective. There are subtle sound and special effects too enhance the mood but all the music comes from Joe. NO TRACKS! The show is completely self-contained and adaptable to any size venue, large or small, inside or outside.

 "Funniest cowboy I ever met, dead or alive.  GREAT show!" Kris Miller-Globe Center for the Performing Arts-Amarillo, TX

The play is historically correct, filled with interesting facts about the life and times of the cowboy. Like most cowboys, Joe has been known to enhance the truth.  There’s never a dull moment as Joe’s quick wit keeps the audiences laughing and his touching stories will bring tears to your eyes. It is the only show of its kind touring and will most definitely bring a new audience to your venue. Affordable and adaptable, therefore producing a profit on your bottom line.

“R.J. Vandygriff portrays the American cowboy with talent and authenticity; he can write, sing and he's the real thing!" Michael Martin Murphy
Also available
"Cowboy 101"
(an educational classroom concert/lecture)
or
the "Cowboy" concert show
(cowboy songs, poems and humor)

 


 

 

 

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