October, 2013

We got a wonderful review of our musical in the October 2013 issue of the Cherokee Phoenix. Click here to view the article

September, 2013

OKLAHOMA Magazine (Sept. 2013) ran a great article on "Nanyehi" (pages 26-27) by John Wooley. Click here to view the article

Some after-the-show quotes:

"Becky Hobbs's and Nick Sweet's interpretive story of Nanyehi is a world-class musical production. As one of her descendants, the story of Nancy Ward is both inspirational and deeply personal to me. The stirring compositions, riveting dialogue and modern choreography make this a must-see piece of musical theater. Cherokee Nation history enthusiasts and theater fans will be mesmerized with Becky's wonderful creation."

Bill John Baker, Cherokee Nation Principal Chief

"NANYEHI is a powerful, sweeping saga told in achingly personal terms. Nashville performer and songwriter Becky Hobbs has long been able to turn a phrase and evoke an emotion with the best of her peers; collaborating here with veteran stage director Nick Sweet, her songs propel a real-world story that reverberates with wisdom. feeling, and shared humanity."

John Wooley, author of SHOT IN OKLAHOMA and FROM THE BLUE DEVILS TO RED DIRT: THE COLORS OF OKLAHOMA MUSIC

"Every aspect of this production, from the quality of the performers, most of them local, to the structure and dialogue of each scene, to the beauty of the music, is spectacular... I have never cared so deeply or shed so many tears for characters in a play... this musical deserves a permanent place in the hall of fame of American creative productions." Click here to read more

Stanley A. Rice, Professor of Biological Sciences, Southeastern Oklahoma State University, Durant

Members of the Indian Women's Pocahontas Club attended the show and presented Becky with a beautiful shawl.

Becky, Nick and members of the cast appeared in the Cherokee National Holiday Parade.

Becky Hobbs and Duane Sciacqua sang TSA LA GI-WE ARE MANY at the State of the Nation address on Aug. 31st.