Will Rogers was one of the nation's greatest humorists. But stopping here ignores the most important part of the Rogers' legacy. Will Rogers, Live!, in addition to showing his great wit and wisdom, portrays that which is often overlooked. Everyone familiar with Will Rogers readily agrees that he was one of the most beloved and exceptional individuals in the history of our country.

This poses a basic question: "Are we to think of him as but a passing novelty on the human stage, or was he showing the way to realizing the greatness of the American Spirit?" The answer to this question is inherent in the content of this performance as people come to understand the dynamics that kept Will's own humanness alive and active. It is the humanness needed in this 21st century.