For Immediate Release

Contact: Tammy Johnson
Branson Tourism Center
417.334.4400
[email protected]

Branson Business Receives International Competition Award Presented in Mexico

Branson, MO – Branson Tourism Center’s Graphics Department was recently recognized when their Main Street Lake Cruises brochure was named a first-place Regional Winner in the International Association of Professional Brochure Distributors 2013 International Best Brochure Competition.

From a possible field of more than 19,000 brochures representing the Association membership, entries were narrowed down to a list of 73 in Mexico City. These nominated brochures were then evaluated through competitive comparisons using specific criteria.

The attractive, user-friendly brochure contained the most useful information about the yacht cruise, dining, and marina operation, while showcasing the natural beauty and wildlife of the Branson area; wildlife that includes American Bald Eagles.

Main Street Lake Cruises is conveniently located at Branson Landing adjacent to historic downtown Branson, Missouri. They offer a variety of lake cruises for groups or individuals, including romantic Dinner Cruises, beautiful Sunset Cruises, historic Sightseeing Tours, as well as Holiday Cruises and Special Events like the popular Cruise with the Stars.

For more information or to schedule a cruise, please visit www.mainstreetlakecruises.com or call
877-38BOATS (2-6287).

For more information on services provided by Branson Tourism Center, visit www.BransonTourismCenter.com or call 800-990-2024.

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Popular veteran Broadway, Disney, Las Vegas entertainer RON SANTULLI begins performing 3 days a week on Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays from 8:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. at GRANDMA RUTH’S (located across from the Stone Hill Winery) at 607 State Hwy 165 (Gretna Rd) #4, Branson, MO 65616.

Known as “THE BRANSON CROONER”, Ron sings a wide range of songs made popular by such artists as Frank Sinatra and Dean Martin but don’t be surprised if you hear a little Gaga or Katy Perry as well.

For 3 years he performed here at The Night Light Christian Nightclub and last season was TODD OLIVER’S MC for 6 weeks.

Other performers at GRANDMA RUTH’S include bluegrass favorites SONS OF BRITCHES and Cowboy Performer JOHN FULLERTON. For more info, call (417) 231-5900 or visit Grandma Ruth’s Facebook Page.

Returning for a second season at the King’s Castle Theatre, we would like to invite all to join us as we open our 2014 season with Dancing Queen on February 13, 2014 at 8pm!

Also returning for its third season is New Jersey Nights! The music of Frankie Valli & the Four Seasons. Opening night is February 20, 2014 at 8pm.

New to King’s Castle Theatre: Dublin’s Irish Tenors & The Celtic Ladies! Two superb Irish groups together in one magical concert. Join us on February 27, 2014 at 8pm as we open for their first performance of 2014.

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

2500 W Hwy 76
Branson, MO 65616
417-334-1800

“New Faces in Branson, Entertainment Legends
The Lettermen Call Andy Williams Moon River Theatre Home”

BRANSON, MO—January 2014

The harmonious voices of The Lettermen first hit the music charts in 1961 with the megahit, The Way You Look Tonight.
The soft, romantic ballad shot to No. 13 on the Billboard chart. The group’s second single that year did even better. When I Fall in Love hit No. 7, establishing the trio as the most romantic singing group of the 1960s and they became one of the top college concert attractions of the decade.
The Lettermen have been recording and performing continuously for over Fifty years and will be appearing at 8 p.m., Tuesday through Saturday, October 7 through 18 at The Andy Williams Moon River Theatre.
The current group consists of Tony Butala, the group’s founding original member, Donovan Tea, an accomplished singer and songwriter who has been an important member of the group for over thirty years, and Bobby Poynton, who first joined in 1989 and has recently returned.
The trio has produced more than 70 albums eighteen certified gold worldwide, four of them being The Lettermen…And Live (1967), Goin’ Out of My Head (1968), Best of the Lettermen (1969) and Hurt So Bad (1970).
Among the group’s more recent albums are “The Lettermen Greatest Movie Hits”, “The Lettermen Best Of Broadway” and “The Lettermen Live In The Philippines”.
The Lettermen have performed at more than 10,000 sold-out shows. Their tours abroad have included visits to Japan, the Philippines, Thailand, Singapore, Hong Kong, France, Mexico and Saudi Arabia.
The group also toured with George Burns, Jack Benny, Bob Hope and Bill Cosby. Butala estimates that they made over 200 appearances on television shows such as Dick Clark’s American Bandstand and on variety shows with Johnny Carson, Mike Douglas, Merv Griffin and others.
Tickets for The Lettermen are available at the box office by calling 800-MOON-094.

The Keeter Center Presents
“Etiquette Class”
Children between the ages of 8-14 years old,
will learn basic etiquette rules:
How to sit and eat at the table, how to set the table, how to shake hands and introduce themselves, how to dress, and other important etiquette facts. This is a great learning experience for children to develop themselves into fine young men and women.

Join us for “Afternoon Tea” from 1:00 pm to 3:00 PM on Saturday, February 15, 2014. We will have sandwiches, pastries, fruit bread, scones, and tea. We also will have a truffle making demonstration that you will not want to miss. What a great Valentine gift this would make. Please see flyer below for details. Call for reservations and more details at 417-690-2122.

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Afternoon Tea Flyer

Please join us for another “Farm to Fork” cooking class with our own Chef Robert Stricklin on Saturday, February 8, 2014. What a Great Valentine gift this would make. Please see flyer for details. Call for reservations and more details at 417-690-2122.

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Farm to Fork Flyer

THE BRETTS SONG OF CHRISTMAS SHOW AREA APPRECIATION – November 25-30 (No show Thanksgiving day). $5 plus tax and fees for residents and employees of Stone and Taney county. With proof of residency or employment. Subject to availability. Call 417-336-3100 to reserve your tickets today!

The Bretts SONG OF CHRISTMAS Show Description – Bring in the holidays with America’s favorite Christmas show, featuring traditional favorites, heartwarming holiday fun, and The Bretts widely acclaimed Christmas patriotic tribute, “I’ll Be Home for Christmas.” If you listen to all kinds of music and enjoy the Christmas season, then you will love The Bretts SONG OF CHRISTMAS Show in Branson (Voted Branson’s Best Christmas Show by BransonBloggers.com). This is such phenomenal entertainment; you cannot afford to miss it!

National Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day, is a day to remember and honor all those who died in the attack on Pearl Harbor on December 7, 1941. At 7:55am around 200 Japanese aircraft crews attacked Pearl Harbor, Hawaii, leaving nearly 3,000 dead. The US Pacific Fleet that was anchored there was nearly destroyed along with 200 US aircraft on the ground destroyed. This attack on Pearl Harbor caused the US to enter into World War II, declared by President Franklin D. Roosevelt and approved by Congress on Dec 8, 1941. The flag of the United States in flown at half-staff until sunset in honor of the fallen patriots.

Branson will hold a special ceremony to commemorate “The day that will live in infamy”. The ceremony will begin promptly at 10:15 am at Main Street Lake Cruises at the Branson Landing. We will honor and remember the fallen with a prayer, the ringing of a bell, and laying of a wreath in the water of Lake Taneycomo. This is a FREE event and the public is welcome. Guests are encouraged to park in the Belk’s parking lot area. A free shuttle will be available to escort you to the event.