The Hindu and the Cowboy
by Donna Woodward Ziegenhorn
A one-act play inspired by stories of area residents collected in interviews. It gives voice to people of many faith and cultural traditions and the experiences that shaped their lives. The play includes stories based on a young Muslim and his surprise encounter with New York City fire fighters after 9-11 … an African American pastor and the once enslaved grandmother he’ll never forget … A Polish Jew and her story of sacrifice and survival … The Hindu and the cowboy who come face to face over the fate of land … and more. While the stories themselves come from people in Kansas City, the experiences and themes conveyed transcend regional boundaries. References may be adapted as locally appropriate.
“The Hindu and the Cowboy” has been recognized by Harvard University’s Pluralism Project and received awards from the Greater Kansas City Interfaith Council, Missouri Association of Social Welfare (Kansas City) and other organizations.
- Cast Size: Large Flexible Cast
- Running Time: 60+ minutes
- Royalty Rate: $75 per performance
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Having helped Donna interview the “Hindu”and the late, great Corinthian Nutter for this wonderful play and having been active in its evolution from story to play and now to book, I’m delighted to enthusiastically recommend it! There are few people I admire more than Donna and her work is of the highest quality and moral content. It is a theme and message that have never been more relevant for our time; yet it is timeless!
This one act play holds the personal stories of numerous people. These folk tell of their personal experiences as they live their lives on a daily bases. As one watches the play one’s mind go slicing across daily experiences that are startling and refreshing.
This is a play for our times. A celebration of diversity that does not hide the pain of living in a racist community. It will touch your heart and soul and motivate the audience to change.
Several hundred of my graduate students in social work have been exposed to “The Hindu and the Cowboy.” This play has been a powerful experience for them, the key to expanding their worldview and developing cultural competency.
Diversity, inclusion, tolerance comes to life.
Although originated in Kansas City, it can be replicated with the local flavor in the communities across the nation and the world.
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