The Holy Cows of Credence, South Dakota
Book by Mark-Eugene Garcia
Music and Lyrics by David and Paul Rigano
Based on the Play "Holy Cows" by Carolyn Lardinois English and Royal Crane
Winner of Three Planet Connections Festivity Awards
On a scorching July Sunday, Marlys Brooks, the minister's wife and a proud cheerleader of the church's struggling baseball team, the 'Holy Cows,' faces a faith crisis when her atheist daughter, Elizabeth, challenges her to prove God's existence. Marlys takes a bold leap of faith, betting that a Holy Cows victory could be their divine sign. Suddenly, the Cows begin herd’ling toward a victory. Is it skill, divine moo-gic, or answered prayers? Join this hilarious, faith-filled tale of baseball, belief, and udderly unexpected fun!
Music and Lyrics by David and Paul Rigano
Based on the Play "Holy Cows" by Carolyn Lardinois English and Royal Crane
Winner of Three Planet Connections Festivity Awards
On a scorching July Sunday, Marlys Brooks, the minister's wife and a proud cheerleader of the church's struggling baseball team, the 'Holy Cows,' faces a faith crisis when her atheist daughter, Elizabeth, challenges her to prove God's existence. Marlys takes a bold leap of faith, betting that a Holy Cows victory could be their divine sign. Suddenly, the Cows begin herd’ling toward a victory. Is it skill, divine moo-gic, or answered prayers? Join this hilarious, faith-filled tale of baseball, belief, and udderly unexpected fun!
The Holy Cows of Credence, South Dakota" premiered at the LaGuardia Performing Arts Center in Long Island City, New York, in July 2010 under the direction of Mark-Eugene Garcia and musical direction by Aaron Jodoin. The show featured a cast including Katherine Urban, Erin Martinez, Elizabeth Zambrano, Monique Renee, Rebecca Lynne-David, and Andy Navarro.
In subsequent years, the production was part of "The Puzzle: Marble's Festival of New Works" in New York and was accepted into the Planet Connections Theatre Festivity, earning recognition, including a Best Supporting Actress award, along with nominations for Best Actress and Best Book of a Musical.
In 2018, "The Holy Cows of Credence South Dakota" joined the Overtures series at the Gallery Players in Brooklyn, NY, on March 19-20, directed by David Rigano. The cast included Thia Stephan, Erika Amato, Ruthy Froch, Liz Lark Brown, Betty Hudson, and Doug Shapiro, contributing to the development of new musicals.
In subsequent years, the production was part of "The Puzzle: Marble's Festival of New Works" in New York and was accepted into the Planet Connections Theatre Festivity, earning recognition, including a Best Supporting Actress award, along with nominations for Best Actress and Best Book of a Musical.
In 2018, "The Holy Cows of Credence South Dakota" joined the Overtures series at the Gallery Players in Brooklyn, NY, on March 19-20, directed by David Rigano. The cast included Thia Stephan, Erika Amato, Ruthy Froch, Liz Lark Brown, Betty Hudson, and Doug Shapiro, contributing to the development of new musicals.
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Christina Bianco sings "My Faith In You"
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The Planet Connections Cast sings "From Out of Left Field"
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Alyssa McGuigan sings "Mr. Right Now"
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Mark-Eugene talks about the creation of The Holy Cows of Credence, South Dakota
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"A compelling story of baseball and faith. The game provides a world of meaning in community and being stronger together. When a woman is down for the count, she finds the hope to keep going and restore. It ain't over till it's over! Beautiful!"- Cheryl Bear, New Play Exchange
"This new musical has heart!"
Wesley Frugé (nytheatre.com )
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"This new musical has heart!"
Wesley Frugé (nytheatre.com )
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