The Cowboy Ain’t Dead Yet!” is a one man, one act musical comedy about the most fascinating character to ever ride across the pages of history, the American Cowboy” It has become the most talked about cowboy show in America. Joe Texas, portrayed by R.J. Vandygriff, 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 Leader

Joe begins his journey as an 1860’s cowboy pushin’ the Longhorn herds from Texas up the long cattle trails to the railhead cowtowns of Kansas. As the trails begin to dry up, he transforms to a ranch cowboy working the big ranches and along the way manages to fall in love, not only with the wide open spaces but with a little school teacher as well. Joe is not about to sell his saddle, nor give up the way of life he loves so he learns to adapt and becomes what we know as the modern cowboy of today. Three costume changes all on stage and no NUDITY, only a cowboy could do this

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

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.

“R.J. Vandygriff portrays the American cowboy with talent and authenticity; he can write, sing and he's the real thing!" Michael Martin Murphy

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.

“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