HOT RODS AND HIGH HEELS

"THE BOYS"

Meet the people who help make the magic happen!

THE BOYS

Colton Cooper

Colton Cooper was born and raised right here in Branson, Missouri. Colton has performed most of his life with his parents, Clay and Tina Cooper. He aspired to play football in college, but soon found a passion for music and decided to follow the path of his parents. Colton currently performs in three shows at Clay Cooper Theatre including Clay Cooper's Country Express, Hot Rods & High Heels, and Dean Z's Ultimate Elvis Show. He is staying busy and having a blast. In his free time, Colton enjoys learning all aspects of music, working out, and assisting his mom with administrative work at the theatre.


Jordan Dickison

Jordan Dickison was born in Utah into a family who loves the arts and encouraged him vocally and theatrically from a young age. He started performing as an extra in Disney Channel movies at the age of 13 and quickly transitioned to community theater and musicals in high school. He received an Associates of the Arts at Western Wyoming Community College and a Bachelors of Music, Dance and Theater at BYU. While attending BYU, he had the opportunity to be a member of the Young Ambassadors performing group. He was able to serve others and praise God as he toured the US and Scandinavia performing for everyone from royalty to children’s outreach and loved every minute of it! Out of college he performed in a couple of shows at Tuacahn Theater in St George, UT including Greece and the first regional performance of The Little Mermaid.


He moved to Branson in 2013 were he was blessed to have performed at the Showboat Branson Belle. Jordan loves Branson and considers it his home. He loves running with his son Brigham and exploring the beauty of Branson. He is thrilled and humbled to have the opportunity to work with the incredible cast and crew of Clay Cooper’s Country Express, Hot Rods and High Heels, and #1 Hits of the '60s!


Jacob Deck

Jacob Deck is from Kennett, MO. He began singing and dancing at a very young age, and continued to pursue this passion throughout high school and college performing in numerous theatrical productions. His professional credits include: Pinocchio in Shrek the Musical and Bert in Mary Poppins.
He’s danced in The Daniel O’Donnell Show, Clay Cooper’s Country Express, and can currently be seen in Dean Z - The Ultimate Elvis and Hot Rods and High heels. “The only way to do great work, is to love what you do!”

Brian Skinner

Born during a total solar eclipse — this bass singing Pisces began his performing career wielding a sword and dagger as a stunt performer at a local Renaissance faire. From there he went on to become a singing/dancing Mountie at Six Flags Great America then sang bass in Branson’s '50’s at the Hop Show'. Next, he performed in a show called Fabulous 50’s Live and produced his own show - 'Jump, Jive n’ Wail' in the Wisconsin Dells. Skinner then sailed the seven seas as a guest entertainer onboard Norwegian, Disney and Royal Caribbean’s cruise lines as the creator/beat-bass of a cappella quintet 'The Cat’s Pajamas - vocal band'. From there, the Cat’s PJ’s came to Branson and performed over 1000 shows over five years. Skinner is so excited to be back in Hot Rods and High Heels for his 4th season and 3rd in Clay Cooper’s Country Express! His hobbies include jet skiing, snowboarding and juggling . . . at the same time.

Brian Skinner

Born during a total solar eclipse — this bass singing Pisces began his performing career wielding a sword and dagger as a stunt performer at a local Renaissance faire. From there he went on to become a singing/dancing Mountie at Six Flags Great America then sang bass in Branson’s '50’s at the Hop Show'. Next, he performed in a show called Fabulous 50’s Live and produced his own show - 'Jump, Jive n’ Wail' in the Wisconsin Dells. Skinner then sailed the seven seas as a guest entertainer onboard Norwegian, Disney and Royal Caribbean’s cruise lines as the creator/beat-bass of a cappella quintet 'The Cat’s Pajamas - vocal band'. From there, the Cat’s PJ’s came to Branson and performed over 1000 shows over five years. Skinner is so excited to be back in Hot Rods and High Heels for his 4th season and 3rd in Clay Cooper’s Country Express! His hobbies include jet skiing, snowboarding and juggling . . . at the same time.

GAVIN WILSON

Gavin Wilson, originally from Berryville, Arkansas, is a talented performer who brings his dynamic energy and skill to Clay Cooper’s Theatre in Branson, Missouri. Gavin is featured in Clay Cooper’s Country Express and also performs in the exciting 1950s-themed show, Hot Rods & High Heels, at the theatre.


His impressive background includes roles in several notable productions, such as She Loves Me, Texas! Outdoor Musical, and Unto These Hills: Outdoor Drama. Gavin’s passion for performing began early, as he honed his dance skills at Dance Branson School of the Arts in Branson, Missouri, and Elite Dance Studios in Fayetteville, Arkansas.

In 2024, Gavin earned a bachelor’s degree in theatre from Arkansas State University, solidifying his foundation in the performing arts.

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