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Synopsis

Always… Patsy Cline is a heartfelt celebration of the legendary country songstress. From the moment Texas housewife Louise Seger first heard Patsy Cline’s voice, she was hooked. After quickly becoming Cline’s biggest fan, Louise was able to meet her idol before a show one surprising evening in Houston. That night sparked a deep friendship between the two women which continued through the years, writing letters to each other as Cline’s fame skyrocketed. Years after Cline’s tragic death, Louise reminisces on their friendship and her love for the singer. Based on a true story, the musical features all of Patsy Cline’s greatest hits and a heartfelt, down home good time.

Show Information

Conceived By
Ted Swindley
Category
Musical
Age Guidance
Youth (Y)/General Audiences (G)
Number of Acts
2
First Produced
1988
Genres
Jukebox/Revue
Settings
Contemporary, Multiple Settings
Time & Place
Louise Seger’s home in Texas and various locations from Patsy Cline’s career. Late 1950s-1980s.
Cast Size
small
Orchestra Size
Rock Combo
Dancing
None
Ideal For
College/University, Community Theatre, Professional Theatre, Regional Theatre, Small Cast, Star Vehicle Female, Mostly Female Cast, Includes Adult Characters

Context

Plot

Characters

Name Part Size Gender Vocal Part

Louise Seger

Lead

Female

Alto

Patsy Cline

Lead

Female

Alto, Contralto

The Bodacious Bobcat Band (6)

Ensemble

Male

Non-singer

Songs

ACT ONE

  • Honky Tonk Merry Go Round - Patsy Cline & The Bodacious Bobcat Band
  • Back in Baby’s Arms - Patsy Cline & The Bodacious Bobcat Band
  • Anytime - Patsy Cline & The Bodacious Bobcat Band
  • Walkin’ After Midnight - Patsy Cline & The Bodacious Bobcat Band
  • Fall to Pieces - Patsy Cline & The Bodacious Bobcat Band
  • It Wasn’t God Who Made Honky Tonk Angels - Patsy Cline & The Bodacious Bobcat Band
  • Come On In and Make Yourself At Home - Patsy Cline, Louise Seger & The Bodacious Bobcat Band
  • Your Cheatin’ Heart - Patsy Cline & The Bodacious Bobcat Band
  • Stupid Cupid - Patsy Cline & The Bodacious Bobcat Band
  • You Belong to Me - Patsy Cline & The Bodacious Bobcat Band
  • San Antonio Rose - Patsy Cline & The Bodacious Bobcat Band
  • Lovesick Blues - Patsy Cline & The Bodacious Bobcat Band

ACT TWO

  • Sweet Dreams - Patsy Cline & The Bodacious Bobcat Band
  • She’s Got You - Patsy Cline & The Bodacious Bobcat Band
  • Three Cigarettes in an Ashtray - Patsy Cline & The Bodacious Bobcat Band
  • Crazy - Patsy Cline & The Bodacious Bobcat Band
  • Seven Lonely Days - Patsy Cline & The Bodacious Bobcat Band
  • If I Could See the World (Through the Eyes of a Child) - Patsy Cline & The Bodacious Bobcat Band
  • Just a Closer Walk - Patsy Cline & The Bodacious Bobcat Band
  • Blue Moon of Kentucky - Patsy Cline, Louise Seger, & The Bodacious Bobcat Band
  • Gotta Lotta Rhythm in My Soul - Patsy Cline & The Bodacious Bobcat Band
  • Shake Rattle and Roll - Patsy Cline & The Bodacious Bobcat Band
  • Faded Love - Patsy Cline & The Bodacious Bobcat Band
  • How Great Thou Art - The Bodacious Bobcat Band
  • True Love - Patsy Cline & The Bodacious Bobcat Band
  • Anytime - Patsy Cline & The Bodacious Bobcat Band
  • If You’ve Got Leavin’ On Your Mind - Patsy Cline & The Bodacious Bobcat Band
  • Bill Bailey, Won’t You Please Come Home - Patsy Cline, Louise Seger, & The Bodacious Bobcat Band

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