Monday, April 15, 2013
Twin Cities Live gives away a family reunion for 20 to Branson!
</>Folks in Minnesota are learning all about Branson from the TV show Twin Cities Live. They're giving away a trip for a family reunion of 20 to Branson and sent their reporter Emily to Branson to check us out. Here are some of the video clips that they've aired so far...
Thursday, February 7, 2013
Kirby VanBurch completes tour of Branson Theaters
Signs for permanent residency in theater on Branson strip
(Branson MO ~ Tuesday, February 5, 2013) Kirby VanBurch, internationally renowned entertainer and illusionist, announced today that he has signed for permanent residency at a theater on Branson’s world famous West 76 Highway, fondly known as “the strip”. Kirby VanBurch has played at multiple different theaters throughout his 20 plus year career in Branson. Kirby says, “I’ve long joked about being one of the only entertainers in Branson actually touring Branson; so to be able to say that I’ve found my permanent home is really exciting; especially as me and the cats are ready to settle down.” Kirby’s new home at 1835 W 76 Country Boulevard will be renamed the Kirby VanBurch Theatre.
“This theater is perfect for my show. I like to have an intimate setting with my audiences so I can interact with them.” VanBurch adds, “This Theater has the space to allow me to do up close and personal magic and at the same time pull off some big illusions.” The new Kirby VanBurch Theatre (formerly known as Music City Centre) will also be home to Kirby’s famous Big Cats as well as his other furry (and not so furry) friends. “We’re in the process of doing some remodeling on the stage and should be able to open for shows on March 15 at 8:00pm,” says Kirby. “Along with the remodel we’re adapting the illusions to the new stage. Luckily, we’re quite familiar with the theater as Bambi was signed to do her own show there for three months in 2009 and we created special illusions for her for that run. Of course she’ll be featured in my show again this year.”
Tickets are on sale now for the 2013 season and may be purchased by calling the theater at 417-544-9075. For more information about Kirby VanBurch, his show, and the theater go to KirbyVanBurch.com
About Kirby VanBurch: Kirby VanBurch, called the “Prince of Magic” by the Princess of Thailand, voted World’s Best Illusionist by the World Magic Awards, named Entertainer of the Year and Magician of the Year (multiple times) by the International Magicians Society has been called one of “America’s Best Magic Shows” by the Travel Channel. His show in Branson has been a top selling show for over 20 years and features exotic animals including Royal white tigers, mind-reading, assistants cut in half, up close and personal sleight of hand, and much more. Also starring in the Kirby VanBurch Show is Bambi VanBurch, the Princess of Magic and the most awarded female magician of the decade. To learn more about Kirby’s show go to KirbyVanBurch.com.
Media Contact: Cindy Merry, 417-739-4925 tomerrys@interlinc.net
(Branson MO ~ Tuesday, February 5, 2013) Kirby VanBurch, internationally renowned entertainer and illusionist, announced today that he has signed for permanent residency at a theater on Branson’s world famous West 76 Highway, fondly known as “the strip”. Kirby VanBurch has played at multiple different theaters throughout his 20 plus year career in Branson. Kirby says, “I’ve long joked about being one of the only entertainers in Branson actually touring Branson; so to be able to say that I’ve found my permanent home is really exciting; especially as me and the cats are ready to settle down.” Kirby’s new home at 1835 W 76 Country Boulevard will be renamed the Kirby VanBurch Theatre.
“This theater is perfect for my show. I like to have an intimate setting with my audiences so I can interact with them.” VanBurch adds, “This Theater has the space to allow me to do up close and personal magic and at the same time pull off some big illusions.” The new Kirby VanBurch Theatre (formerly known as Music City Centre) will also be home to Kirby’s famous Big Cats as well as his other furry (and not so furry) friends. “We’re in the process of doing some remodeling on the stage and should be able to open for shows on March 15 at 8:00pm,” says Kirby. “Along with the remodel we’re adapting the illusions to the new stage. Luckily, we’re quite familiar with the theater as Bambi was signed to do her own show there for three months in 2009 and we created special illusions for her for that run. Of course she’ll be featured in my show again this year.”
Tickets are on sale now for the 2013 season and may be purchased by calling the theater at 417-544-9075. For more information about Kirby VanBurch, his show, and the theater go to KirbyVanBurch.com
About Kirby VanBurch: Kirby VanBurch, called the “Prince of Magic” by the Princess of Thailand, voted World’s Best Illusionist by the World Magic Awards, named Entertainer of the Year and Magician of the Year (multiple times) by the International Magicians Society has been called one of “America’s Best Magic Shows” by the Travel Channel. His show in Branson has been a top selling show for over 20 years and features exotic animals including Royal white tigers, mind-reading, assistants cut in half, up close and personal sleight of hand, and much more. Also starring in the Kirby VanBurch Show is Bambi VanBurch, the Princess of Magic and the most awarded female magician of the decade. To learn more about Kirby’s show go to KirbyVanBurch.com.
Media Contact: Cindy Merry, 417-739-4925 tomerrys@interlinc.net
New show, Ayo starring Voices of Glory, debuts March 18
New production, famous stars to appear at Hughes Brothers Theatre
Ayo starring Voices of Glory kicks off its first season in Branson at the Hughes Brothers Theatre on Monday, March 18, 2013, at 3:00pm. The new show stars some very famous siblings, Michael, Avery, and Nadia Cole, who together are known as Voices of Glory. Ayo (Yoruba for Joy) is being co-produced by the Hughes Brothers who are known for their creative productions including the show it and the Hughes Brothers Christmas Show. Jason Hughes says, “In Ayo we’re taking the audience on a journey of joy using song, dance, lights, and the personalities of Michael, Avery, and Nadia, backed up by a live band.” Michael Cole adds, “We love the music and we love what music can do for people. In Ayo we want the audience to feel what we feel when we sing – a pure call to joy!” Shows are from March through December, check schedule for exact dates and specific show times.
Nadia Cole says, “Ayo adds another level to the Branson show mix. While Ayo features our original music, and of course our gospel favorites, it also reaches out to visitors of all ages with current and familiar songs that speak to the musical soul.” Avery Cole adds, “Ayo is also a slang term for ‘Hey you’…and we’re hoping that just like that term reaches out and grabs your attention…that Ayo will reach out and grab your heart!”
Long time fans of the Voices of Glory are familiar with their amazing story. They first started singing together in a hospital room for their mother who was in a coma brought on by a head-on collision with a drunk driver. The kids serenaded their mother for months and then she came out of her coma. They continued to visit hospitals singing for others who were in need. Then they appeared on America’s Got Talent in 2009 – where their audition in front of the live audience was awe-inspiring. Their eventual rank in the top 5 catapulted them into major appearances and touring internationally. They most recently appeared in Branson as a featured act in Andy Williams Christmas Show. Their most recent international appearance took them to Germany for Weihnachtszauber. Of their many charitable and recording projects, their most current project - a new album called “Send-A-Miracle” - will be available on March 1 and includes some of their own original music.
Jeff Topper, Director of Sales for the Hughes Brothers Theatre says, “All of the shows at our theater are really designed for today’s audiences. At the Hughes Brothers Theatre we’re already open with our hit show it and we’re excited about adding another upbeat show like Ayo starring Voices of Glory to our theatre line-up.” Voices of Glory’s management team – their parents Michael and Felicia Cole, and Uncle Gerard – add that “we believe the Hughes Brothers Theatre in Branson, MO is the perfect fit for the Voices of Glory.”
For schedules, tickets, and other information call 417-334-0076 or visit HughesBrothersTheatre.com.
About Voices of Glory
Ayo starring Voices of Glory kicks off its first season in Branson at the Hughes Brothers Theatre on Monday, March 18, 2013, at 3:00pm. The new show stars some very famous siblings, Michael, Avery, and Nadia Cole, who together are known as Voices of Glory. Ayo (Yoruba for Joy) is being co-produced by the Hughes Brothers who are known for their creative productions including the show it and the Hughes Brothers Christmas Show. Jason Hughes says, “In Ayo we’re taking the audience on a journey of joy using song, dance, lights, and the personalities of Michael, Avery, and Nadia, backed up by a live band.” Michael Cole adds, “We love the music and we love what music can do for people. In Ayo we want the audience to feel what we feel when we sing – a pure call to joy!” Shows are from March through December, check schedule for exact dates and specific show times.
Nadia Cole says, “Ayo adds another level to the Branson show mix. While Ayo features our original music, and of course our gospel favorites, it also reaches out to visitors of all ages with current and familiar songs that speak to the musical soul.” Avery Cole adds, “Ayo is also a slang term for ‘Hey you’…and we’re hoping that just like that term reaches out and grabs your attention…that Ayo will reach out and grab your heart!”
Long time fans of the Voices of Glory are familiar with their amazing story. They first started singing together in a hospital room for their mother who was in a coma brought on by a head-on collision with a drunk driver. The kids serenaded their mother for months and then she came out of her coma. They continued to visit hospitals singing for others who were in need. Then they appeared on America’s Got Talent in 2009 – where their audition in front of the live audience was awe-inspiring. Their eventual rank in the top 5 catapulted them into major appearances and touring internationally. They most recently appeared in Branson as a featured act in Andy Williams Christmas Show. Their most recent international appearance took them to Germany for Weihnachtszauber. Of their many charitable and recording projects, their most current project - a new album called “Send-A-Miracle” - will be available on March 1 and includes some of their own original music.
Jeff Topper, Director of Sales for the Hughes Brothers Theatre says, “All of the shows at our theater are really designed for today’s audiences. At the Hughes Brothers Theatre we’re already open with our hit show it and we’re excited about adding another upbeat show like Ayo starring Voices of Glory to our theatre line-up.” Voices of Glory’s management team – their parents Michael and Felicia Cole, and Uncle Gerard – add that “we believe the Hughes Brothers Theatre in Branson, MO is the perfect fit for the Voices of Glory.”
For schedules, tickets, and other information call 417-334-0076 or visit HughesBrothersTheatre.com.
About Voices of Glory
About the Hughes Brothers Theatre
Hughes Brothers Theatre located on Hwy 76 in Branson, Missouri features three unique and cutting-edge shows – Ayo starring Voices of Glory, it, and the Hughes Brothers Christmas Show. Shows are performed January through December, 10:00am, 3:00pm, and 8:00pm. The 1,100 seat theatre also features balcony dining in the theatre. The historical theatre (originally the first nationally owned star theatre in Branson) has recently been renovated and sits in the heart of Branson’s theatre district. it features over 50 award-winning singers, dancers, and musicians, including the Hughes Brothers and their families, who combined their astonishing scope of talents to create Branson’s Ultimate Entertainment Experience. Ayo starring Voices of Glory is a joy-filled show packed full of break-through entertainment from Voices of Glory (Top 5 Finalists on American’s Got Talent) performing everything from Pop to Jazz to Soul to Gospel and more. Hughes Brothers Christmas Show features the season’s best harmonies, exciting dance, festive surprises and family traditions in a show that is a triumph of everything you want to feel at Christmas time. HughesBrothersTheatre.com Saturday, November 3, 2012
Hughes Brothers Christmas Show
A Triumph of Everything You Want To Feel At Christmas Time!
USA Today says, “The Show Owns the Title of World’s Largest Performing Family!” While the Hughes Brothers Christmas Show boasts the largest family cast in Branson… the size of the on-stage family isn’t what makes this such a memorable Christmas show. It’s the astonishing scope of entertainment and talent presented for your enjoyment!
During November and December, step back in time as the Hughes Brothers, and their families, magically transform the present to a Christmas wonderland.
The Hughes Brothers Christmas Show brings you the season's best vocal harmonies, exciting dances, inspiring instrumentals, and of course, the charm & light-hearted humor that everyone loves about these five multi-talented brothers.
See Santa in a new light when he explains the symbols of Christmas in the most moving Christmas presentation you’ve ever witnessed.
But that’s not all . . . the show is filled with lots of festive surprises!
Your heart will melt as dozens of Hughes children decorate the stage with extraordinary talent.
The brothers share hysterical Christmas wishes and even Mama Hughes’s traditional Swedish cookies with the audience. 
From their spine tingling harmonies to the amazing production that fills the stage the Hughes Brothers – Marty, Jason, Adam, Ryan, and Andy – move your feet, your hands, and your heart.
It’s an all-new special production for the Christmas season that features two hours of joyful celebration.
With music, love, laughter, and treasured family traditions – and all the sights and sounds of Christmas including a live nativity scene – this unique holiday special will make you glow!
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Add dinner with your show! Enjoy a full-course meal with table top dining inside the theater!
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Hughes Brothers Theatre is located at 3425 W 76 Country Blvd in Branson, MO.
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Come back from January through October to experience it-little word…Big SHOW!
it – where over 50 amazing singers, dancers, and musicians combine
their astonishing scope of talents to create
Branson’s Ultimate Entertainment Experience.
See it…Hear it…Feelit…Love it!
Jim Stafford's Christmas Show gives everyone a reason to Ho! Ho! Ho!
Jim Stafford's Christmas Show - “…a perfect blend of merriment, mirth, and more…”
-- Branson Update
Jim Stafford hosts a magical holiday celebration that warms your heart and tickles your funny bone. Packing the first half of his show with favorites from throughout the year, Jim delivers his holiday cheer after intermission. Jim opens his show with some awesome guitar pickin’ and from there; Jim takes his audience on a roller coaster ride of comedy and laughter.
As Jim starts the second half of the show with a totally empty stage, you’ll watch as Christmas comes alive before your eyes. Sing-along with “Oh Boy, It’s Christmas Time”, gasp at the sensational surprises, and revel in the Holiday spirit. Famous for his in-house real 3-D Virtual Thrill Ride, Jim creates a totally new 3-D experience for Christmas. Daughter G.G. is the perfect angel as she plays her harp and looks like a gift from heaven. Ann Stafford joins in for some holiday banter and to give thanks for the true meaning of Christmas. Son, Sheaffer shows how Christmas rocks and Jim performs an absolutely amazing Classical Christmas on his guitar. Jim’s show is full of gifts-- beautiful music, heartwarming moments and as always, the sounds of laughter.
You’ll be laughing all the way when you see Jim’s very special Christmas Show. It’s a perfect blend of merriment, mirth, and more. Jim presents the gift of laughter wrapped up in a marvelous world of wonderful entertainment and every enchanting moment is Jim Stafford’s special gift to you.
Jim Stafford's Christmas Shows begin November 1 and are at 8pm and some selected 3pm dates. The exact schedule is available on Jim's website at JimStafford.com. Jim Stafford's Rockin' Comedy Show dates are December 26, 27, 28, 29, and 30. There's a special New Years Eve show on December 31 at 9:30 PM. Call 417-335-8080 or visit www.jimstafford.com
-- Branson Update
As Jim starts the second half of the show with a totally empty stage, you’ll watch as Christmas comes alive before your eyes. Sing-along with “Oh Boy, It’s Christmas Time”, gasp at the sensational surprises, and revel in the 
You’ll be laughing all the way when you see Jim’s very special Christmas Show. It’s a perfect blend of merriment, mirth, and more. Jim presents the gift of laughter wrapped up in a marvelous world of wonderful entertainment and every enchanting moment is Jim Stafford’s special gift to you. 
Jim Stafford's Christmas Shows begin November 1 and are at 8pm and some selected 3pm dates. The exact schedule is available on Jim's website at JimStafford.com. Jim Stafford's Rockin' Comedy Show dates are December 26, 27, 28, 29, and 30. There's a special New Years Eve show on December 31 at 9:30 PM. Call 417-335-8080 or visit www.jimstafford.comTim Zimmerman & the King's Brass to perform at Hughes Brothers Theatre
For more than twenty years, The King's Brass have performed over one hundred
concerts each season with three trumpets, three trombones, a tuba, keyboards,
and percussion. Playing a wide variety of music from Gabrieli to hymn classics,
from Handel to jazz spirituals, from Christmas carols to patriotic marches, The
King's Brass uses all corners of the concert hall to lift hearts and spirits in
praise. These Christian professionals from across the US
Secular and sacred music critics alike applaud their concerts.
Concert Director from Boca Raton Bibletown, Donald Hescott adds, "Truly, an unforgettable
experience!" Tim Ostrander of the Moody Bible Institute says,
"The King's Brass always
presents an exciting and innovative program that is technically superb. They are
always on my 'return' list!" Tim Zimmerman says, “We’re thrilled to
be returning to Branson during Ozark Mountain Christmas. Being on the world
famous Hwy 76 at the Hughes Brothers Theatre is an added benefit, especially as
the Hughes Brothers Theatre has a reputation for bringing in quality acts and
award-winning shows. We think our fans will enjoy the theatre setting and we
feel right at home.” Lena Hughes, theatre co-owner and general manager, adds,
“This is the type of show we really love to present to Branson visitors. Tim
Zimmerman & the King’s Brass are unique and totally different from anything
else currently being presented in Branson. We’re also pleased that our Hughes Brothers Christmas
Show has added dates this year and will be running through December
30 and that we’ll also have a special New Year’s Eve Show on December 31.”
To purchase tickets to see
Tim Zimmerman & the King's Brass Christmas Concerts, the Hughes Brothers
Christmas Show, and it – Celebrates New
Year’s Eve Show, call 417-334-0076 or 1-800-422-0076. For
more information about all three shows go to HughesBrothersTheatre.com
Friday, June 1, 2012
Live Music Shows are Branson's Entertainment Heart
Live music shows are Branson's entertainment heart
by Gary Groman aka The Ole Seagull
Who could have known back in 1959 that when the Mabe family started performing their country music variety show called the “Baldknobbers,” in a small 50 seat basement room in the Branson Community Center, the show would still be going 50 years later? Who would have thought that not only would the Baldknobbers be around 50 years later, but that that there would be another 99 or so shows of every type and description also entertaining millions of Branson guests?
If, in 1959, someone had said, “50 years from now people will be coming from all over the world to see live music shows in Branson” they would have been laughed at. Well, no one’s laughing now.
Oh sure, the millions of visitors coming to Branson come to see more than shows. They come to see the natural wonder of the Ozark Mountains, play or fish in one of our three lakes, go to Silver Dollar City to one of Branson’s many other attractions, shop or participate in the myriad of activities and things there is to see and do in and around Branson. But, let there be no doubt about it, the very heart beat of Branson’s entertainment heart started with the first beat of music from the Baldknobbers show 50 years ago.
To an Ole Seagull, Branson’s entertainment heart is its music shows, particularly its family music shows and the values they represent. It is that heart that pumped the entertainment blood that enabled Branson to grow from one show entertaining a few fishermen a couple of nights a week in downtown Branson into the varied entertainment Mecca, entertaining about 7.5 million guests per year, it has become.
Oh sure a lot of things happened in conjunction with that first show, the completion of Table Rock Dam, the expending of Marvel Cave into what would become eventually become the international theme park award winner, Silver Dollar City, the Shepherd of the Hills Outdoor Drama and improvements to Highway 65. In 1967 the Presleys’ Country Jubilee opened its theatre on the now famous Branson Strip followed by the Baldknobbers as they moved out from their downtown location, the Foggy River Boys, and the Plummer Family. From there history speaks for itself.
Branson’s original country show style provided the foundation upon which the Branson show industry has grown. But today, as the live music show capital of the world celebrates 50 years of music shows those shows provide a breadth of entertainment that transcends any one genre or type of music.
The term “music show” covers just about every show in Branson where music is used either as a primary or peripheral element. Branson is celebrating 50 years of music shows because its shows have provided the type of entertainment and perceived value system that its audiences embrace and have become a unique part of the Branson entertainment brand that brings millions of people to Branson each year.
As those visitor come the see Branson they are offered a choice of shows offering everything from music, magic, comedy acrobatic, outdoor drama, pets, and variety shows most of which are still true to the initial family values and the heritage that started it all. Indeed, on just about a nightly basis throughout the season, one can still see, the “Baldknobbers,” “the show that started it all” and the “Presley’s Country Jubilee,” ‘the first show on the Branson Strip’” perform while having the choice of seeing one of the 98 other live shows available.
Some say Branson needs new entertainers, demographics, etc. An Ole Seagull believes that Branson needs to follow its “heart,” keep it healthy, promote and market it and the same thing that has happened over the last 50 years will continue to happen. It is an Ole Seagull’s prayer that Branson will always stay true to its shows and values because, he believes, that is the heart beat of Branson’s entertainment uniqueness and success.
http://www.bransoncourier.com/issue-58/-1125..html
by Gary Groman aka The Ole Seagull
Who could have known back in 1959 that when the Mabe family started performing their country music variety show called the “Baldknobbers,” in a small 50 seat basement room in the Branson Community Center, the show would still be going 50 years later? Who would have thought that not only would the Baldknobbers be around 50 years later, but that that there would be another 99 or so shows of every type and description also entertaining millions of Branson guests?
If, in 1959, someone had said, “50 years from now people will be coming from all over the world to see live music shows in Branson” they would have been laughed at. Well, no one’s laughing now.
Oh sure, the millions of visitors coming to Branson come to see more than shows. They come to see the natural wonder of the Ozark Mountains, play or fish in one of our three lakes, go to Silver Dollar City to one of Branson’s many other attractions, shop or participate in the myriad of activities and things there is to see and do in and around Branson. But, let there be no doubt about it, the very heart beat of Branson’s entertainment heart started with the first beat of music from the Baldknobbers show 50 years ago.
To an Ole Seagull, Branson’s entertainment heart is its music shows, particularly its family music shows and the values they represent. It is that heart that pumped the entertainment blood that enabled Branson to grow from one show entertaining a few fishermen a couple of nights a week in downtown Branson into the varied entertainment Mecca, entertaining about 7.5 million guests per year, it has become.
Oh sure a lot of things happened in conjunction with that first show, the completion of Table Rock Dam, the expending of Marvel Cave into what would become eventually become the international theme park award winner, Silver Dollar City, the Shepherd of the Hills Outdoor Drama and improvements to Highway 65. In 1967 the Presleys’ Country Jubilee opened its theatre on the now famous Branson Strip followed by the Baldknobbers as they moved out from their downtown location, the Foggy River Boys, and the Plummer Family. From there history speaks for itself.
Branson’s original country show style provided the foundation upon which the Branson show industry has grown. But today, as the live music show capital of the world celebrates 50 years of music shows those shows provide a breadth of entertainment that transcends any one genre or type of music.
The term “music show” covers just about every show in Branson where music is used either as a primary or peripheral element. Branson is celebrating 50 years of music shows because its shows have provided the type of entertainment and perceived value system that its audiences embrace and have become a unique part of the Branson entertainment brand that brings millions of people to Branson each year.
As those visitor come the see Branson they are offered a choice of shows offering everything from music, magic, comedy acrobatic, outdoor drama, pets, and variety shows most of which are still true to the initial family values and the heritage that started it all. Indeed, on just about a nightly basis throughout the season, one can still see, the “Baldknobbers,” “the show that started it all” and the “Presley’s Country Jubilee,” ‘the first show on the Branson Strip’” perform while having the choice of seeing one of the 98 other live shows available.
Some say Branson needs new entertainers, demographics, etc. An Ole Seagull believes that Branson needs to follow its “heart,” keep it healthy, promote and market it and the same thing that has happened over the last 50 years will continue to happen. It is an Ole Seagull’s prayer that Branson will always stay true to its shows and values because, he believes, that is the heart beat of Branson’s entertainment uniqueness and success.
http://www.bransoncourier.com/issue-58/-1125..html
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