Hooray for Hollywood!

Opens TONIGHT! Fri. March 1, 2013 at 8pm

It’s the all singing, all dancing Movie Musical Hooray for Hollywood!

Featuring the most famous song and dance moments of the last 50 years of movie history- recreated live on stage at the King’s Castle Theatre.

Join us as we take you on a nostalgic journey through the most popular movie musicals of the last 50 years. You will see film clips of your favorite movies, and then watch the action unfold, live on stage, as our wonderful cast of singers and dancers perform the greatest song and dance from the greatest movies- live in concert.

With the magic of today’s’ technology, King’s Castle Theatre will make you feel as if you are a part of that magical movie scene.

Produced by the award winning production team that brought

Spirit of the Dance and Broadway! The Star-Spangled Celebration to Branson-

Hooray for Hollywood! Is the number one must see show.

Featuring highlights from famous movies, from Singin’ in the Rain, Grease, Titanic to Disney’s “The Lion King”, this all new, all singing and dancing production will thrill and excite you as your favorite movie moments actually come to life before your eyes!

Hooray for Hollywood!

Now that’s Entertainment!

King’s Castle Theatre is also home of the amazing harmonies of The Twelve Irish Tenors,

New Jersey Nights, the music of Frankie Valli & the Four Seasons, New for 2013

Dancing Queen, the music of ABBA as well as many other 70’s hits and the most festive musical holiday production of Christmas In Hollywood!

King’s Castle Theatre

2701 W 76 Country Blvd

Branson, MO 65616

www.kingscastletheatre.com

King’s Castle Theatre has an exciting anouncement regarding our Tribute to the Four Seasons & Beach Boys Show.      

Owner Producer Mr. David King once again wows audiences with his latest production New Jersey Nights! Jetting around the globe and selling out theaters from Reno to 14 select venues in England, Monaco, Myrtle Beach, Niagara Falls just to name a few!

New Jersey Nights, takes a nostalgic trip down memory lane to celebrate the hit songs of Frankie Valli & the Four Seasons, whose fascinating story unfolds in our production style journey through history.

The hit songs of this amazing group are the stars of the show.  Audiences everywhere simply love the music and sing along to the hits they know so well! This show delivers first class musical arrangements, perfect harmonies, authentic costumes and custom sets.  Combine that with all the Four Seasons greatest hits, including: Sherry, Rag Doll, My Eyes Adored You, Can’t Take My Eyes Off You, Big Girls Don’t Cry, Walk Like A Man, Oh What a Night and you are guaranteed a show you will never forget!

It is with all this we say goodbye to America’s first, best Rock Band – our tribute to The Beach Boys. We enjoyed and were honored to share their music with our customers in 2012 yet know this modification will be appreciated for many years to come.

King’s Castle Theatre is also home of the amazing harmonies of The Twelve Irish Tenors, and Hooray for Hollywood!  New in 2013-ABBA’s Greatest Hits Dancing Queen and the most festive musical holiday production of Christmas in Hollywood!

King’s Castle Theatre

www.Kingscastletheatre.com

Due to overwhelming popularity The King’s Castle Theatre has added shows for the Irish Tenors!

The dates are as follows: 12/26, 12/27, 12/28, 12/29 & 12/30 all at 3PM

Captivating audiences of all ages, the overnight blockbuster hit, The Irish Tenors continue to deliver the greatest voices ever assembled on stage!  These handsome, incredibly talented, harmonizing young men showcase their amazing harmonies while performing a large variety of the greatest music of the 20^th Century.  With a touch of Irish charm, this masterpiece showcases their unbelievable vocals and choreography to a cleverly constructed selection of Irish folk, Opera, Pop, Swing, Jazz and Gospel. They deliver hit after hit, including favorites such as; “Danny Boy”, “Hey Jude”, “I Believe” and new for 2013 “Drift Away”, “I Will Always Love You”, “A show stopping Les Miserable medley” and many more.

Enjoy the mesmerizing sounds of The Irish Tenors performing at

The King’s Castle Theatre

Updated 3/4/2013

Direct From Monaco……….

THE KING’S CASTLE THEATRE

 is proud to announce the addition of

Yet another fabulous production created by our own David King:

DANCING QUEEN: ABBA’S GREATEST HITS

Touring since 2009 in places such as Monaco, Las Vegas, Reno & Niagara, Dancing Queen is now proud to call Branson its home.  ABBA fans won’t want to miss “Dancing Queen” at the King’s Castle Theatre!  This show pays tribute to the group in a show stopping musical extravaganza featuring singers and dancers performing those groovy 70’s tunes!  Our cast will outshine even the best songs from the 70’s  in this slick sparkling show.  The entire cast knows how to party 70’s style, in a psychedelic kaleidoscope of color, they bring classic hits to life from ABBA favorites like “Waterloo” & “The Winner Takes All” as well as other 70’s classics such as “YMCA” & “In The Navy”, an upbeat medley including “Respect” & “Mustang Sally” and a rip-roaring Motown section featuring, among others, “Dancing in the Streets”, “Ain’t No Mountain High Enough” and “Shout”.

King’s Castle Theatre is set to have a hit 2013 lineup including The Twelve Irish Tenors, Hooray for Hollywood, The Official Tribute to the Four Seasons and The Beach Boys, & Dancing Queen will lead the season February-October.    Followed by Christmas in Hollywood, The Twelve Irish Tenors Holiday Show &  The Official Tribute to the Four Seasons and Beach Boys Christmas show during Ozark Mountain Christmas November – December 2013.

King’s Castle Theatre

www.KingsCastleTheatre.com

In an evening honoring the best Advertising in the Ozarks, Branson-based production company, jackson+appleton, won multiple honors for their video and commercial work at the 34th Annual ADDY® Awards in Springfield, Missouri.

The ADDY Awards are hosted by the AAF of the Ozarks, an affiliate of the American Advertising Federation. Annually, the American Advertising Federation conducts the world’s largest advertising competition through its 200 member advertising clubs. The local awards are entered and attended by Advertising Agencies, Television Stations and Production Companies from Southwest Missouri and Northern Arkansas.

jackson+appleton’s, Robin Jackson, was honored with the evening’s most prestigious award, The Silver Medalist. The Silver Medalist is a Lifetime Achievement Award honoring contributions to the advancement of the Advertising Industry, contributions to one’s company and community and overall Creative Ability. A Producer/ Writer/ Director, Jackson co-founded jackson+appleton in 2008, after perfecting her craft for more than a decade at Branson’s Vacation Channel and TVC Productions.

Additionally, jackson+appleton took home a record 6 GOLD ADDY Awards and 6 SILVER ADDY Awards.

A web video and radio commercial campaign for The Joint & Spine Center at Skaggs Regional Medical Center (now CoxHealth Branson) won two GOLD ADDY Awards.

White River Valley Electric Cooperative was a double winner for the evening. Their Annual Meeting Video received a GOLD ADDY and their commercial “It’s What We Do Every Day” took home a SILVER ADDY.

A commercial for Sight & Sound Theatre’s “Joseph” won a GOLD ADDY in the Advertising for the Arts Category.

A commercial promoting Silver Dollar City’s Branson Attractions won a GOLD ADDY.

A Documentary for Omaha , Nebraska, based Vetter Foundation was honored with a GOLD ADDY in the Public Service Presentation Category.

In the Video Sales Presentation category, jackson+appleton brought home two SILVER ADDY Awards for a promotional video for College of the Ozarks’ “Faith, Hope & Hard Work U” and for Silver Dollar City’s Branson Attractions Corporate Video.

A commercial campaign entitled “My Bank” won a SILVER ADDY for Ozark Mountain Bank.

Finally, two internet marketing videos for The Bob Nichols Company won SILVER ADDY Awards for The Sky Surfer and Adventure Ziplines of Branson.

Owned by Robin Jackson and Nicholas Appleton, jackson+appleton is a full service production company serving Branson and beyond. Winning videos projects may be viewed at www.youtube.com/jacksonappleton.

Mount Pleasant Winery – Opens Full Time!  We will open again full-time, 7 days a week, this Thursday, February 7^th and thru March 10^th will be open from 10:00 am – 6:00 pm.  Our extended hours will begin March 11^th.

We will continue to provide live music for your enjoyment on Saturday evenings from 3:00 – 5:00 pm.  Help us welcome vocalist Kenny Parrot this Saturday, February 9^th.  Remember that our area appreciation continues thru the end of March so come in with your ID and receive 30% discount off your purchases (some restrictions apply).

3125 Green Mtn. Drive
417-336-9463.

February will be month of saying thank you to active duty military and veterans.

(Branson, MO)  The Branson Mill Craft Village will celebrate the men and women who have protected our freedoms by hosting Valentines for Vets during the month of February.

“We are inviting anyone who wants to say thank you to a veteran or active duty military member to come into the Branson Mill during February and write a note that we will then send out,” said Branson Mill General Manager, Myranda Zimmerebner.

An original watercolor painting created by Branson Mill demonstrating crafter, Amy Callaway, has been transformed into the postcard that will be sent to service men and women as well as veterans.  In March all the postcard messages will be sent to a hospital for wounded soldiers in Kuwait, the front lines in Iraq and domestic VA hospitals.

“Also during the month of February the Branson Mill will be taking nominations for a veteran or active duty member of the military to win a weekend in Branson,” said Zimmerebner.  “We have great partners:  Legends In Concert, Extreme Thrill Park, Golden Corral and Branson Best Properties.  Together, a fun getaway is being awarded.”

From February 1^st through the 28^th anyone can go to the Branson Mill Craft Village Facebook page to make a nomination.  The Branson Mill crafters will then vote on the posts and award one winner a weekend for two in Branson.  The winner will be announced on Facebook March 2^nd.

“Our Veteran’s Appreciation month will conclude with a big event,” Zimmerebner said.  “Friday, February 22^nd a restored Huey 369 Vietnam Era helicopter will land in our parking lot for the afternoon.  The helicopter will be flying in from Peru, Indiana on its way to Las Vegas.  Branson is one of four stops during its journey.  While at the Branson Mill it will be available for the public to get up close and hear stories about the importance of the American Huey to the Vietnam War.”

The American Huey 369 Organization is behind this landing.  They are building awareness for an American Huey museum in Indiana and the restoration of more Hueys in the future.  Branson is the first public stop on the trip from Indiana to Nevada.  The helicopter will make two refueling stops before reaching Branson.  Updates will be made on the Branson Mill Craft Village Facebook page on more exact landing times.  It is expected to land in Branson around 5pm on February 22^nd.

Details for February events to celebrate veterans and active duty members of the military can be found at www.bransonmill.com or facebook.com/bransonmill.

 About the Branson Mill Craft Village:

 The Branson Mill Craft Village, located at 3300 North Gretna Road in Branson, Missouri, is a specialty retail shopping center and working craft village combined. The heart of the Branson Mill is a working Craft Village of 40,000 square feet devoted to craftsmen demonstrating their skills in leather carving, wood carving, pottery, loom weaving, pen and ink drawings, wood turned pens made with exotic woods, custom embroidery, mosaic art, hand- made musical instruments and much more. In addition to these fine artists demonstrating their skills, there are 150 showrooms of upscale home furnishings, accessories and crafts, with many one-of-a-kind items and best of all it is open to the public at no charge. The Branson Mill Craft Village is open seven days a week.

Police try to avenge loss to Fire last year

The Branson Police Officers and Firefighters are practicing hard for the fourth annual Guns ‘n Hoses Basketball Game.  This high energy and exciting competition is set for Saturday, February 2 starting at 6:00 p.m. in the Branson High School gymnasium.

Last year the firefighters beat the police officers in a heated shoot out battle as the Guns led almost the entire game with a remarkable comeback from the Hoses to win the game in the last couple of minutes.  The Hoses lead the series 2-1 over the Guns.

All three games in the series have been extremely close in score keeping the crowd on the edge of their seats.  “Obviously the Hoses turned on the heat in last year’s game to pull off a last minute win,” said Branson Fire Chief Ted Martin.  Police Chief Kent Crutcher fired back. “We want the game to be as entertaining and competitive as possible for the fans, so I’ve told my guys to pack a little more heat of their own to pull off a win this year.”

Both teams are pumped up and ready for tipoff.  Half time entertainment will even include a “Free Throw Shootout” between the Chiefs and members of the public can participate in a three point with contest several prizes to be awarded.

There is no cost to the public to view the game, but donations will be accepted.   All proceeds from the game will benefit the Branson Police and Fire Associations, which provide financial aid to the families of police officers and firefighters who become disabled through sickness or job injuries and unable to continue working.  The Association also aids families from the community affected by disasters.

Both Chiefs guarantee the basketball game will be fun, family-oriented, entertaining and played for a worthwhile cause.

Firefighter Tom Shaw drives towards the basket with heavy defense from the Guns.

9-1-1 Communications Officer Ken Watson shoots for two defended by Fire Captain Dave Etz.

Branson Country USA Winter Re-Broadcast Schedule

Branson Country USA is co-hosted by Grand Country nuts, Jamie Haage, as Jim Dandy, and Mike Patrick! With a rotating roster of talent, the show features special guest stars from the rich Branson entertainment industry. From celebrities such as Mickey Gilley and Roy Clark to the up-and-coming stars of tomorrow, the weekly line-up is always a hit!

Audiences also enjoy the incredible voices of Jackie Brown, Melody Hart and the power harmonies of New South, both weekly regulars on the show. The entire show is backed by the dynamic Grand Band.

Recorded LIVE on Friday night at 10:30 PM
This show is broadcast on radio stations around the country.
Airing Saturday nights at 7:00 PM on KRZK – 106.3 in Branson, MO.
And Sunday nights at 9:00 PM. on KHOZ – 102.9 in Harrison, AR.

You can also listen via the internet. www.bransoncountryusa.net
Show airs at 7:00 PM (cst.) – Every Saturday Night

Grand Country Music Hall
1945 W. 76 Country Blvd.
Branson, MO 65616
417-335-2484 – Reservations
417-336-5829 – Fax

Former CIA Agent Jim Olson To Speak At College Of The Ozarks

By:  Turner Brock

Jim Olson, author of Fair Play: The Moral Dilemmas of Spying, is scheduled to speak at College of the Ozarks on January 31, at 7 p.m. in the Jones Auditorium. Olson received a law degree from the University of Iowa and is a senior lecturer at the Bush School of Government and Public service, where he teaches courses on intelligence, national security and international crisis management.

In this patriotic convocation, Mr. Olson will share about his experiences as a CIA agent during the Cold War. He also will talk about the importance of service to one’s country.

He served for over 25 years in the Directorate of Operations of the Central Intelligence Agency, mostly overseas in clandestine operations. In addition to several foreign assignments, he was Chief of Counterintelligence at CIA headquarters in Langley, Virginia. He has been awarded the Intelligence Medal of Merit, the Distinguished Career Intelligence Medal, the Donovan Award, and several Distinguished Service Citations. Olson is the recipient of awards from the Bush School and the Association of Former Students for excellence in teaching.

Students will be allowed priority seating for the event, but remaining seats will be available to the public free of charge.  For more information, please contact Public Relations at 690-2212.