Yakov Opens 2011 Season With A Bang!
Introducing A Delicious New Menu
And The Return Of The Russian Dancing Bears
To Kick Off 3rd Season With Yakov’s Dinner Adventure
Limited Engagement – March 16th For 26 Weeks

Branson, MO ~ Now entering his 19th season of bringing his world-famous comedy to the Branson stage, the creator and producer of Yakov Live Branson Show, Yakov Smirnoff is proud to announce the schedule for the 2011 season. Operating under new management, The Yakov Branson Theatre will continue to offer its growing audience diverse and entertaining live shows with a mixture of comedy, suspense and a fresh adaption of his newest production, Yakov’s Dinner Adventure.

Yakov Smirnoff has been on the cutting edge of comedy for over three decades. Worldwide audiences know him for his many appearances on hit TV shows, movies and late night talk shows making him one of the most recognized stars in Branson. Yakov’s live production highlights his uncanny skill as a storyteller – comedian giving Branson audiences a hilariously ingenious production that is funny, poignant and patriotic – true slices of life. His family-rated humor brings audiences from all over the world to his Branson theatre each year.

Yakov’s Moscow Circus Dinner Experience, an audience favorite, returns with a new name and several new surprises including the return of the famous Russian Dancing Bears and a delicious dinner menu. Now, Yakov’s Dinner Adventure returns for its 3rd season continuing the same highly praised production spectacular that has thrilled audiences, young and old, only bigger and better this year! Yakov’s Dinner Adventure follows it’s circus tradition and is committed to the performing arts making this their must see hallmark show! The Russian Dancing Bears kick off the 3rd season opening night on March 16th and will appear for only 26 weeks.

This year a delicious new menu has been added that will cater to both adults and children.

Call the Yakov Theatre box office @ 417-336-3838 for show and ticket information.
Or visit www.Yakov.com for calendar and menu items.

Media Contact: Rhonda Boudreaux
Yakov Smirnoff
913-780-4035
[email protected]

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Clay Cooper celebrates his 25th year performing in Branson, Missouri, the Entertainment Capital of the World! He and his cast of Clay Cooper’s Country Music Express have put together an all new variety show for 2011 filled with singin’, dancin’, gun-slingin’, rope-twirlin’, and good, clean comedy like you’ve never seen before! 22 veteran cast members join Clay in this high energy performance, guaranteeing fun for all ages! It’s more than COUNTRY!
Clay came to Branson in 1986 with a kid’s band known as the Texas Goldminors. Once he came to Branson, he never turned back, knowing that he had a love for playing bass and singing great country music. He performed with many Branson shows in the area, but most people remember him for his outstanding performance as bass player and host for Country Tonite where he performed for 9 years, 1994-2003.
Clay Cooper’s Country Music Express was developed in 2005 as a morning show at the Caravelle Theatre. Clay’s show consisted of twelve cast members, all being entertainers he or his wife had worked with in previous shows. He moved to his own theater, Clay Cooper Theatre, in 2007 and then again moved in 2010 to a much larger venue, right on famous Highway 76. This was an exciting move for the show, giving their guests more seating, dining opportunities, and a bigger and better production.
This year, Clay shares the stage with an even larger cast! His show consists of nine diverse dancers, who perform all styles of dance; a six piece live band known as the best band in town; New Yorker, trick-ropin’, gun-slingin’, Johnny Lonestar; the incredible percussive, comedic duo, Buckets ‘n’ Boards; Branson’s number one comedian, Matt Gumm; special guest appearances by sixteen year old, Cassidy and two year old, Caden Cooper; the up and coming comedian, seven year old Colt Cooper; and of course, CLAY!
Many people love to see Clay perform and often ask why he didn’t try for Nashville as a famous country artist. Clay has been very blessed, working in the entertainment business while still spending quality time with his wife and kids. No record deal is more special than that! As Clay celebrates his 25th anniversary, he continues to perform with a personable style, meeting and greeting his guests and laughing with them throughout his performance. Come see for yourself! Enjoy Clay and his cast anytime! Check him out on Facebook or on his website www.claycoopertheatre.com.

On April 12, 2011 Entertainer Bill Chrastil will open his second year in Branson, performing his show “The Bill Chrastil Show” at The Hall of Fame Theatre at the Branson Mall Entertainment Complex in Branson Missouri.

The Hall of Fame Theatre is located at the Branson Mall Entertainment Complex, 2206 W Hwy 76, next to Wal-Mart.

Bill will perform at 1 p.m. Tuesday-Saturday.

Chrastil’s energetic tributes include Neil Diamond, Tom Jones, Jerry Lee Lewis, Willie Nelson, Roy Orbison, Alabama and Elvis, Country, Gospel, Classic Rock, 50/60’s and his own music.

An accomplished instrumentalist Bill plays guitar, bass guitar, drums, piano and the harmonica.

During 2010, Bill received awards for :
Best 2010 Gospel CD
Best 2010 Impressionist
First Number 1 Song on the Top 20 List on Radio Station KBRS for his original song: “Lady Turn The Light Out.”
Bill was also the third most requested artist on BransonRadio.com.

Bill’s website is www.billchrastil.com

For questions or reservations please call the Branson Mall Entertainment Complex’s Box Office at (417)334-5412.