Cotton Patch Gospel

What an incredible musical story! Tom Key is outstanding and has excellent comedic timing. The music is beautiful and inspiring.

The musical crew helps Tom tell a story in a new way, giving it life and meaning. Tom gives each character individuality and helps the audience feel the intensity of the story.

I was in the audience when it was being taped and I recall how blown away I felt at that time.

Over forty years later I still feel that same sense of awe. I thoroughly enjoyed the entire production as much as I did those many years ago. From opening number to closing, there is fun and much to learn.

If you've never seen it... do it now!

If you've seen it... do it again!

Great video record of a great musical. Tom Key and the bluegrass backing band are great in this video recording of a 1985 performance. Key is an energetic and versatile performer who plays the narrator (Matthew) as well as many various roles. The songs are catchy, funny, and even emotionally moving at times. These are some of the best and last songs written by the late Harry Chapin. They'll get stuck in your head. CPG is enjoyable regardless of your religious beliefs. If you're not Christian, don't let the subject matter scare you away, the show is not preachy. It's a funny and satisfying Southern translation of a great story whether you view it as the gospel or history. Some ultra-conservatives might find it offensive however. The show's not afraid to poke fun at some sacred cows. I wish it was available on DVD.

This is a fun show that tells the "Greatest Story Ever Told" set to bluegrass music. Tom Key does an excellent job of depicting many Gospel characters. Jesus is born in Gainsville, GA. and he and his band of followers end up going to the "Convention" in Atlanta. The music was written by Harry Chapin right before his death. You will want to share this with your friends.