Don’t Bother Me, I Can’t Cope: Musical Information


Synopsis

Don’t Bother Me, I Can’t Cope is a revue that explores the Black experience through song, dance, and spoken word. The show’s musical numbers span genres such as gospel, soul, and pop/rock, offering a commentary on the challenges and triumphs faced by the community. Don’t Bother Me, I Can’t Cope is a celebration of resilience, cultural pride, and the quest for social justice.


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Musical Information

Musical Type: Late 20th Century (1971)

Cast: Small9+ Roles

Genre: Comedy / Drama

Format: Revue

Setting: N/A


Creative Team

Music/Lyrics: Micki Grant

Concept: Vinnette Caroll


Cast Albums

Original Broadway Cast➝


Licensing

Don’t Bother Me, I Can’t Cope is available to license through Concord Theatricals.

USA Licensing

Resources

Sheet Music: Sheet Music Now➝


Tags

1970s, Black Artists, Black History, Comedic, Dramatic, Female Writing Team, GospelPop/RockRevue, Soul


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