The HighWayMan
Jack Dallas - Music; Richard Petrocy -Book + Lyrics
A Time Fantasy Musical Comedy
$20 cash or Zelle 212 258 1024
“Jack Dallas is a National Treasure” – Bob Goetz / NYT
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Deacon Jack Beddoe, AKA, Jack Dallas, Musical Comedy Bard
(@ X.com/JackDallasNYC & www.vimeo/com/NYCMusicMarathon)
composes in Northern Valley, NJ
He is Music Minister at Centennial AME Zion Church, Closter, NJ
The HighWayMan was first seen 40 years ago at Demarest Methodist.It was well received, it has a public performance every year with the NYC Music Marathon production. In 2022 it ran for 3 weeks on 42nd St’s Theatre Row.
Dallas creates and promotes his Americana folk operas like ...
"Miranda"by Dallas & Petrocy … July 10 - Demarest
"Copper Kettle"and "1756 - Making America" often blending historical tales, gospel hymns, and humorous narratives in church and theater settings.
Copper Kettle, the title song, was first record in 1962 by Joan Baez. It was written by Frank Beddoe and Tom Beddoe. More than 30 musicians have rrecorded the song. This Musical Comedy work was musically edited by Jack Dallas with gags by David Beddoe
Jack Dallas X activity centers on sharing performances via organ solos, vocal tributes, and event announcements for the NYC Music Marathon, highlighting themes of faith, community, and resilience.
A former touring musician with family collaborations on scripts andcompositions, he infuses his work with personal stories of loss and inspiration, such as remembrances for collaborators and birthday celebrations tied to American history.
Pastor Jisun Kwak and the Demarest Methodist community graciously offered the venue for this effort.
