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Alley Theatre is producing this world premiere musical in March of 2023, but the show has been six years in the making and is the creation of three dynamic women.
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Meet the Creators
Molly Beach Murphy, Annie Tippe, and Jeanna Phillips formed their collaborative trio in 2016, united by a desire to make musical theatre that carves out space for more dynamic female-identifying characters.
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Sneak Peak of the Music
You can't set a musical in Texas without some influence from country music. But Cowboy Bob's score is rich and defies a certain class of music. Take a look at these early recordings from the show. What other styles do you hear?
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The Musical:
American Invention
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Did you know that...music and performance have gone hand and hand since the beginning of recorded time. But the musical, as we know it, is a truly American invention. Check out this fascinating history by the Kennedy Center.
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Theatre by the Numbers
Cowboy Bob was created by three female, multi-talented theatre artists. It may seem surprising for 2023, but the theatre industry is still lacking when it comes to female-created work. Take a look at some of the info below. What stands out to you?
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Have you heard of a Drama Therapist? It’s a great career that utilizes theatre techniques to help achieve therapeutic goals.
Alley Theatre hired Houston Based therapist Nina Garcia to help facilitate difficult questions in the rehearsal room.
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Have you heard of a Drama Therapist? It’s a great career that utilizes theatre techniques to help achieve therapeutic goals.
Alley Theatre hired Houston Based therapist Nina Garcia to help facilitate difficult questions in the rehearsal room.
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Nina Garcia
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Peggy R. Garrett
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Peggy Jo's mom, Jerry, became visually impaired later in life - and Peggy Jo cared closely for her. The actress playing Jerry (Susan Koozin) is not visually impaired, so Peggy R. Garrett, a Social Worker and Advocate, is working with the team to ensure that the play depicts Jerry's disability in a way that is accurate and respectful.
Ms. Garrett lost her sight in her 40s, and has been a powerful voice for vision loss with organizations such as the VISTAS Center.
Food for thought: When creating a play or movie, when is it best to bring in a consultant? Can you think of some examples?
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Believe it or not, you are one of the most important members of this team. Watch this video to see why.
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