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Sight & Sound Theatres® Announces Special Offer to Local Residents

Don’t Miss the Boat!

BRANSON, Mo. (Sept. 11, 2009) —Sight & Sound Theatres is offering a special “Don’t Miss the Boat!” promotion to area residents for “Noah—the Musical.” This limited-time offer gives residents or those employed in Stone and Taney counties the opportunity to see the show at the reduced price of $20 for adults and $10 for teens and children, plus tax. The offer is valid today through October 17, the closing date for “Noah—the Musical” this season. “Miracle of Christmas” will open October 31.

Tickets will be offered on a first-come, first-served basis and are only available for purchase 30 minutes prior to the show at the box office of Sight & Sound Theatres located at 1001 Shepherd of the Hills Expressway. With proof of residency or proof of employment each resident 18 years or older will be able to purchase up to four tickets. Show times are listed on our web site at www.sight-sound.com.

What might be considered Sight & Sound’s “signature” production, Noah – the Musical is a show of unbelievable proportions! A favorite of children and grown-ups alike, the sets and scenery for Noah are visually spectacular, and the message is as relevant today as it was thousands of years ago. The production’s 300-foot stage that wraps around three sides of the audience, 40-foot high sets, cast of 45 actors, elaborate costumes, breathtaking special effects, and hundreds of live and animatronic animals captivate and transport audience members as they experience Noah and his family’s journey of persecution, faithfulness, hope and redemption.

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About Sight & Sound Theatres:
The name “Sight & Sound” was inspired by the teaching of Jesus found in Matthew 13:10-23 where Jesus explains to the disciples why he spoke to the people in parables or stories.

Sight & Sound’s purpose is to present the Gospel of Jesus Christ by visualizing and dramatizing the scriptures, through inspirational productions, encouraging others and seeking always to be dedicated and wise stewards of God-given talents and resources. While it is a ministry, the company is not affiliated with any external organization or any particular church denomination. It is a for-profit organization and operates without charitable support.

Following an international poll, and the tallying of those results, smiles are even more evident today at Silver Dollar City, the 1880s theme park in Branson, newly named the “Friendliest Park” in the entire theme park industry.

The Golden Ticket Awards were held last night at LEGOLAND in Carlsbad, California, hosted by Amusement Today newspaper. Considered a prestigious annual show by industry insiders and theme park aficionados, Amusement Today oversees the process which seeks to define “Best of the Best” in the amusement industry.

While this is the 12th annual year for Amusement Today’s coveted Golden Ticket Awards, this is the first year Silver Dollar City has taken top honors in a key category. Other awards won by the park this year: #2 in Best Christmas Event; #2 in Best Food; #3 in Best Shows and tied #5 in Best Landscaping.

Surveys were sent to a database of experienced and well-traveled amusement park fans around the world – in balanced geographical regions – asking them to rate the “bests” in 25 categories such as “amusement parks,” “roller coasters,” “shows,” “friendliest staff” and “water rides.”  Silver Dollar City notes that recent events hosted for the American Coaster Enthusiasts (ACE), such as the 2009 national convention, and the European Coaster Club (ECC) in 2008, showcased all the park has to offer to industry advocates who had never visited before.

“Congratulations to all of the Golden Ticket Award winners and the finalists on their well-deserved honors,” says Gary Slade, publisher and editor-in-chief of Amusement Today. “The competition is friendly, but the voting is becoming tighter every year. It’s fun to see parks and attractions the world over vying for a Golden Ticket Award, which truly recognizes superior quality in all facets of the amusement industry,” Slade said.

Silver Dollar City General Manager Brad Thomas was present to accept the awards. “For five decades, Silver Dollar City has been about our people as they are the individuals who create the heart and soul of this park. The friendliness of our staff is a hallmark in defining this company,” said Thomas. “This award will be shared with every citizen of each decade celebrated at Silver Dollar City.”

Silver Dollar City next presents the National Harvest Festival, opening tomorrow, September 12, running through October 31, Wednesdays-Sundays. For more information, 800-831-4FUN or www.silverdollarcity.com.

Branson Mayor Raeanne Presley will be honored with the 2009 Missourian Award at a black tie ceremony on Saturday, September 26, 2009 at the Capitol Plaza Hotel in Jefferson City, Mo. Presented by the American Heart Association, the Missourian Award is given annually to nominees who have made an outstanding contribution to their state or nation in civics, business, education, politics or the arts. Mayor Presley will become part of a long legacy of honorees who have contributed to the betterment of their communities. Governor Jay Nixon is the Honorary Chairman of the Missourian Award.

Thirteen men and women will be honored this year at the 16th annual awards banquet. Proceeds for this annual event are to benefit the American Heart Association.

“These awardees have dedicated their lives to making their communities and this state better by their diligent work and their charitable ideals,” said Kevin Harker, Executive Vice President of the American Heart Association, Heartland Affiliate. “We applaud their accomplishments, celebrate their award, and appreciate their commitment.”
Elected in April 2007, Raeanne Presley is serving her second term as Branson’s mayor. She is co-owner of Presley’s Country Jubilee Theater, which was the first music theater to open on the world famous Highway 76 “strip”.
Ms. Presley has over 30 years experience in the travel industry and is the immediate past chairman of the Missouri Tourism Commission. She is active in the Branson community having served on the Branson Board of Aldermen, on the Skaggs Community Health Center Board of Directors, the Springfield/Branson Airport Board and numerous other civic boards.

She and her husband Steve have three children who work and perform at their theater.

Other 2009 award recipients from southwest Missouri include Frederick McQueary, board chairman and chairman emeritus, McQueary Brothers Drug Company in Springfield; Neil Wortley, CoxHealth administrator emeritus; Dr. Patricia Dix, a perinatologist at CoxHealth and Bradley Bradshaw, a Springfield lawyer and trained physician and surgeon.

Late Lebanon businessman Robert Plaster, president and chairman of the board of Evergreen Investments LLC, will receive the award posthumously.

Past Missourian honorees have included such stalwart individuals as newsman Walter Cronkite, developer John Q. Hammons and Bass Pro Shops founder John L. Morris.

“Missourians are among the top business leaders, educators, statesmen, writers and artists in our country,” said Ralph Slavens, Chairman and Founder of the Missourian Awards Committee. “This year’s winners have achieved greatness.”
Tickets for the Missourian Award are $125 per person or $250 per couple. The Event at the Capital Plaza Hotel begins with a 5:30 p.m. reception and 7 p.m. dinner and awards ceremony. Master of ceremonies is Michael Nietzel, President of Missouri State University.

For more information, call 417-887-1587 or 636-938-1100.