My Name's Not Indian Joe

See it if you enjoy folk music, narrative driven, and actor-musician shows

Don't see it if you don't like folk music or you like strong plots

See it if You want to see a unique story that is relevant to what is happening in the world today. At the same time it is highly entertaining

Don't see it if You want huge sets and rehashing of a movie from the 80's and 90's

See it if you're interested in how an individuals choices shape their worldview, want to see something in development, like bluegrass music.

Don't see it if you like ensemble pieces, one-acts, or can't see to the heart of a story without being led there.

See it if You love heartfelt stories based on true experiences

Don't see it if You can’t stand country/folk music

See it if to see & hear multitalented ensemble conjure poignant tale of a damaged, proud, angry soul who affects many. Such a committed upbeat cast!

Don't see it if you want a by-the-numbers score. Segues felt spontaneous w/ actors switching instruments effortlessly. Lyrics sometimes drowned out.

Also Sheds light on a most shameful history of exploiting native Americans & the reverberations that continue to present day.... Read more Read less

See it if you like country rock music. You are interested in racism. You like stories of transformation

Don't see it if you are in the mood for serious drama. YOu are turned off by liberal white guilt

Also I was impressed with the multi-talented Elizabeth A. Davis who seemed to be telling her own story through music and dialogue. The major flaw was that the ending seemed abrupt. We didn't hear enough about how the eponymous Indian Joe became so transformed.... Read more Read less

See it if You want to see a charming if reductive country western musical about a kindhearted woman trying to help a homeless man.

Don't see it if You hate country songs or saccharine.

Also Elizabeth Davis is a wonderful performer. She clearly poured her soul into this production, which is partly what makes it enjoyable. It also has an interesting message about what you endure and what you gain from reaching out to a person in need. The story is always well intentioned, but often sappy. It should also do more showing and less telling. Still, it has a lot of potential, is undeniably sweet and the Texas setting felt very refreshing.... Read more Read less

See it if You love listening to great bluegrass music and great singing. What a cast!

Don't see it if You're looking for a story told from a Native American's point of view

Also Stay for the 2nd half, even if you aren't feeling the first half. It's much stronger and more interesting once you start learning about the characters who aren't the white, beauty queen protagonist.... Read more Read less

See it if You like plays about the human condition that comes to life with a talented cast of good singers and musicians.

Don't see it if You don’t like bluegrass music or small theater. The music, however was very enjoyable

See it if You want to see a delightful, refreshing musical with a nice message about compassion and unity.

Don't see it if You don’t like country music, or want a Broadway style production with an elaborate set.

Also This was a sweet, good hearted show which most people will enjoy. Elizabeth Davis is a great singer, talented musician and likeable actress. I don’t usually like country music, but the songs here are great and were well integrated into the story. A heartwarming production.... Read more Read less

See it if you enjoy a small cast & simple story with nice singing and arrangements.

Don't see it if you are looking for a solid book/story that isn't as cliched.

Also Great music. This will only improve with book work. Nice to see a Texas set musical. Cutting 3 to 4 of the extra/less necessary songs into a 90-110 min (no intermission) might help. Story can't hold two acts.... Read more Read less

See it if you'd like to see/hear a talented ensemble. The actors are fine singers and musicians as well.

Don't see it if bluegrass music is not for you. It's not the kind of music you hear in a theater very often.

Also This is a rather off-beat piece. I attended the first preview and thought that in spite of many fine elements, the show could use some tweaking. I wasn't sure why the protagonist was drawn to the title character, given that he is written and played so misanthropic. Some of the songs felt as though they were 'shoe-horned' into the narrative. Also, the sound needs some adjusting because many of the lead vocals were mixed too low causing the lyrics to be indecipherable. This being said, MNNIJ is good theater.... Read more Read less

See it if If you love (or, at least, are open to) a musical set to bluegrass music. In addition, the play was interesting, well acted, and insightful.

Don't see it if You dislike bluegrass, and aren't interested in plays which highlight the racism and stereotyping that is common even among "good" people.

Also Elizabeth Davis who wrote the play, the music, and the lyrics, also had the lead roll, playing herself, singing and playing the violin. What a talent!!!... Read more Read less

See it if Enjoy a country road trip with Country bluegrass music in the background. The lead actress is a very talented performer, attuning the audien

Don't see it if Country music puts you to sleep. Sometimes the plot appears weak and slow, especially when Joe is talking, he should work on his performance

See it if The blue grass and folk pop music is absorbing. Story motivations of protagonists could be more clear, but overall worthy story.

Don't see it if poverty, white privilege, blue grass music turn you off.