Jo Harvey Allen

Biography

Jo Harvey Allen is a pioneering American writer, actress, and artist known for her innovative work in film and performance art. Born in Lubbock, Texas, she moved to Los Angeles with her husband Terry Allen and became a trailblazer in women's radio hosting and alternative performances in the 1960s and 1970s. Her one-woman plays have been widely acclaimed, including off-Broadway productions like "A Moment's Hesitation" and "As It Is in Texas".