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

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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.

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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.

Legends in Concert, The World’s Greatest Live Tribute Show, at Dick Clark’s American Bandstand Theater, announces area appreciation to our friends and families who live or work in Stone or Taney County. Tickets will be $5.00 plus tax on February 15, 16 & 17th. Come see Jerry Lee Lewis, Diana Ross, Brooks & Dunn, The Blues Brothers™ and Elvis in one incredible theatrical production including the Legends in Concert band and fabulous singers and dancers. Enjoy an amazing tribute to the American country duo, Brooks & Dunn; experience the energy of “The Killer”, Jerry Lee Lewis; enjoy the stunning songs of award winning vocalist, Diana Ross; clap along with the crazy antics of The Blues Brothers™; and “Shake, Rattle & Roll” with Elvis Presley!

Don’t miss this spectacular spring line-up during our area appreciation on February 15, 16 & 17th! Proof of residency or employment required at time of purchase. Tickets available day of show only and can be purchased at the Legends Box Office.

For more information, call 417-335-STAR or visit www.legendsinconcert.com.

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.

Legends in Concert announces their spectacular spring line-up of stars! Starting February 7th, see tribute performances to Jerry Lee Lewis, Diana Ross, Brooks & Dunn, The Blues Brothers™ and Elvis Presley. This incredible cast, backed by the beautiful Legends dancers and fabulous Legends band, is sure to rock the house at Dick Clark’s American Bandstand Theater! For the first time ever, two legendary entertainers will come together to create an amazing tribute to the American country duo, Brooks & Dunn. Doug Brewin, who has performed on the Branson stage as Alan Jackson, and Larry Turner, who has previously portrayed George Strait, will make their debut as Brooks & Dunn at Dick Clark’s American Bandstand Theater this spring. Experience the energy of “The Killer”, Jerry Lee Lewis; enjoy the stunning songs of award winning vocalist, Diana Ross; clap along with the crazy antics of The Blues Brothers™; and “Shake, Rattle & Roll” with Elvis Presley! For tickets, call 417-335 STAR or visit www.legendsinconcert.com.

(Branson, Missouri) – Tony Orlando, in his 20th and final season in Branson, brings his incomparable energy and talent to the Welk Resort Theatre with his acclaimed Christmas show, Tony Orlando’s Great American Christmas! From November 5 through November 30, in a 20 show limited engagement, Tony will sing all of your holiday favorites and will also include his greatest hits from over 50 years in show business; “Candida”, “Knock Three Times”, “Tie a Yellow Ribbon”, “Sweet Gypsy Rose” and more. Then, Santa pays a visit and Tony and Santa honor the true meaning of Christmas. It’s a Branson must see and a perennial family favorite!
Tony has announced that this will be his final Christmas season in Branson. “Branson is my home and I love being part of the community. After 20 years, I just feel it is time to take The Great American Christmas Show out to America”, says Orlando. Tony will continue his touring schedule with appearances at Performing Arts Centers and Casinos throughout the USA and Canada. “We are so excited and proud to have had such a legendary entertainer in our theatre for Christmas,” says Dathan Atchison, General Manager of Welk Resort Branson. “There is no one like Tony!”
In 1973, he recorded “Tie A Yellow Ribbon ‘Round The Ole Oak Tree.” The song was number one for the year, became Orlando’s theme song and grew into an American anthem of hope and homecoming, reunion and renewal. November 11th at 2pm, Tony will also host his 20th Yellow Ribbon Salute To Veterans, a star studded salute, free to all military past and present.
Tony Orlando
Tony Orlando remains one of America’s best-loved personalities. No entertainer can move and excite an audience like Tony Orlando. Tony brings to the stage a warmth and an exhilarating energy which is electric. From million selling records (five number one hits), a popular television series, (Tony Orlando and Dawn Variety Show), movies and Broadway (Barnum and Smokey Joe’s Café), Tony Orlando has conquered every facet of show business. He has been a recipient of three American Music Awards, and a People’s Choice Award and has performed for five U. S. Presidents. For his outstanding achievements to the entertainment industry, Tony was awarded a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame in 1990. He is a popular headliner in Las Vegas, Atlantic City, Reno, Biloxi and Laughlin. He maintains a touring schedule with appearances at Performing Arts Centers around the country. Tony has also been named Branson’s Entertainer and Vocalist of the Year.
The Tony Orlando’s Great American Christmas schedule covers 4 weeks and a limited engagement of 20 shows; November 5th through November 30th, with shows at 8pm. Prices range from $45.08 (including tax) to $39.50 (including tax) and $19.75 (including tax) for children and are available by phone at 800-505-9355 or on-line at WelkBranson.com

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.