CINCINNATI, OH – On June 30th, from 5-6pm, The Carnegie will host the highly anticipated launch party for the concept album of TEXAS ANNIE: The Legend of the Moan Ranger, the 2022 Cincinnati Fringe Festival Audience Pick of the Fringe winner. Following the 3pm performance of The Rocky Horror Show, the party will celebrate the TEXAS ANNIE concept album, NOW STREAMING on all major platforms, and feature a performance by local drag sensation, Queen Danicure.
TEXAS ANNIE takes listeners on a wild ride through the outrageous musical escapades of a renegade sex toy dealer in Texas, when sex toys are declared illegal. The story is based on the Texas Obscene Devices Law from the 1970s, which made it a felony to own six or more sex toys. Co-written by queer, non-binary writer/producer Jenn Howd, who resides in Cincinnati, and trans woman Roz Mihalko from Los Angeles, CA, this album is a subversive response to ongoing efforts to suppress sexual freedom and LGBTQ+ rights.
“TEXAS ANNIE: The Legend of the Moan Ranger isn’t just a fun, campy romp—it’s our way of pushing back against the laws that are trying to control personal freedoms,” says Howd. “With similar obscenity laws and anti-LGBTQ+ legislation popping up at a rapid pace across the country, this project, sadly, feels more timely than ever.”
The concept album was recorded in Cincinnati at Timeless Audio Recording Studio and features an array of local Cincinnati/NKY singers. Adding to the rich tapestry of talent, Cincinnati’s own Steve Goers composed music for several tracks, with additional contributions from John Woods in Vancouver, BC. This collaboration showcases the vibrant artistic community within the Cincinnati area and brings the story to life with subversive, sexy, and silly lyrics that are sure to leave audiences buzzing with delight.
Event Details:
- Date & Time: June 30th, 5-6pm (immediately following The Carnegie’s 3pm performance of The Rocky Horror Show)
- Location: The Carnegie, 1028 Scott St, Covington, KY 41011
- Special Performance: Local drag sensation, Queen Danicure
- Cash Bar: A portion of the bar proceeds will benefit TEXAS ANNIE and the event’s local non-profit Community Partners: Queer KY, Smoke & Queers, and Transform, who will be on-site giving out materials and information about their organizations.
- Exclusive Offer: Save 15% off tickets to the June 30th performance of The Rocky Horror Show with code TEXAS15 at thecarnegie.com.
Join us for an evening of music, fun, and activism as we celebrate the launch of the TEXAS ANNIE: The Legend of the Moan Ranger’s Concept Album. And follow @TexasAnnieMusical on social media for exclusive updates, behind-the-scenes peeks, and more! For more information about TEXAS ANNIE, visit www.TexasAnnieMusical.com.
About TEXAS ANNIE: The Legend of the Moan Ranger:
TEXAS ANNIE is a fringe award-winning, queer & campy, sex-positive pop-rock comedy musical that follows the adventures of a renegade sex toy dealer in Texas when sex toys are declared illegal. Inspired by the real Texas Obscene Devices Law and co-written by queer, non-binary writer/producer Jenn Howd and trans woman Roz Mihalko, the show and concept album aim to entertain and inspire change by blending humor with a critical look at anti-LGBTQ+ legislation while celebrating sexuality and helping to eradicate sexual shame. The concept album was recorded in Cincinnati at Timeless Audio Recording Studio and features local Cincinnati/NKY singers, with music for several tracks composed by Cincinnati’s own Steve Goers and additional compositions by John Woods from Vancouver, BC.
The promotion of this event is generously supported by Cincinnati’s own Midwestern Lesbian.
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