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What's Wild West Show?
Book, Music & Lyrics by LIZZIE HAGSTEDT & LISA HELMI JOHANSON
Wild West Show examines the extraordinary lives of forgotten 19th century women through the format of a wild west show. The show examines the sorts of strength we've come to value as a nation and looks at a period that has come to define modern masculinity and patriotism with new eyes.
Development History
July 13-25, 2024
Concert Presentation at New Musicals Lab
Over a two-week period we completely overhauled the book at Christopher Newport University (Lisa's alma mater) taking part in the New Musicals Lab. The program endeavours to make space for artists to craft new musicals by providing access to world-class facilities, creative funding, and student talent.
June 13-18, 2024
29-Hour Reading at Asolo Rep
Wild West Show was the recipient of the Muriel O'Neil American Heritage Commission at Asolo Repertory Theatre. They just hosted us for our first ever reading with an incredible group of artists where we learned an incredible deal about the show.