Join us at Big Cedar Lodge for the Labor Day Picnic on Sunday, September 5th, 2010 from 12:00pm to 6:00pm on the Swimmin’ Hole Lawn. This open event to the public and Big Cedar Lodge guests includes complimentary picnic games and activities such as Sack Races, Water Balloon Toss, Pie Eating Contests, Face Painting and more. Stay until dusk and Big Cedar Lodge will light up the night sky with a spectacular complimentary fireworks display overlooking Table Rock Lake that is sure to be enjoyed by all. For information call 417-339-7107.

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:

VAGABOND PLAYHOUSE CELEBRATES GRAND OPENING WITH AREA APPRECIATION!

BRANSON, MISSOURI/ The Vagabond Playhouse- the professional theatre venue of the Vagabond Stage Company- is celebrating its grand opening with a full weekend of Area Appreciation performances. The Vagabond Playhouse is Branson’s first professional regional style theatre, producing a season of plays, original works, and other professional theatre. The inaugural show is The Complete Works of William Shakespeare ABRIDGED by Adam Long, Daniel Singer, and Jess Winfield, and will play on Fridays at 8:00PM, Saturdays at 8:00PM, and Sundays at 3:00PM and 8:00PM, beginning August 20th, 2010 and running through the end of October, 2010.

The Complete Works of William Shakespeare ABRIDGED is a bold, irreverent romp through every comedy, history, and tragedy written by William Shakespeare. The show is performed by only three actors- area professionals Michael J. Diprizio, Larry Foster, and Cory Paul Pichoff- who play all of the parodied characters and offer up a farcical feast of inspired lunacy. The Los Angeles Times says “Wildly funny. Masterful!” The Montreal Gazette boasts “One of the funniest shows you are likely to see in your lifetime.” And The Today Show says “If you like Shakespeare, you’ll like this show. If you hate Shakespeare, you’ll love this show!”

The weekend of August 20th, 21st, and 22nd is Area Appreciation, and shows are offered at the discounted rate of only $10 for adult and $5 for children/teenage (ages 3-15) residents of Branson and the surrounding counties in Missouri and Arkansas: including Stone, Taney, Marion, Baxter, Barry, Greene, Christian, Lawrence, Polk, Webster, Carroll and Boone. ID required: Please be prepared to show a Drivers License, pay stub, etc. when purchasing or picking up your tickets at the box office.

The Vagabond Playhouse is located in The Majestic Building at 2849 Gretna Rd, Branson, MO 65616. The box office number is 417-297-0392. Complete information on the Vagabond Stage Company, The Vagabond Playhouse, and current productions can be found at www.vagabondstagecompany.com.

Contact Information:
Vagabond Stage Company
2849 Gretna Rd
Branson, MO 65616
Michael J. DiPrizio, Artistic Director
[email protected]
417-527-0592 (Cell)
417-297-0392 (Box Office)
www.vagabondstagecompany.com
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Area Appreciation Aug 15-31st for residents of Stone & Taney Counties.

3 New Shows – All 100% Live with a Band

Superstars of Country – Live in Concert, Shania Twain, Conway Twitty, Keith Urban, Carrie Underwood, Garth Brooks. Shows at 2:00 & 8:00 Tues-Sun.

The Rat Pack – Live & Swingin’, Dean, Sammy and Frank. Shows at 5:00 Tues-Sun

The Wanda Kay Show – A Tribute to the Nashville Songwirter, has had some of her songs go to #1 in Europe. Shows at 10:00 am Tues-Sat.

All Shows $5.00 plus tax. Everyone is welcome and bring a guest.

Golfer Memorialized with 9th Annual Tournament

Branson, MO (August 12, 2010)-  Registration is now open for a golf tournament benefiting ALS patients at Skaggs Regional Medical Center and CoxHealth.  This is the ninth year for the Julian Golf Tournament, memorializing Jeff Julian, a PGA golfer who lost his three year battle with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, or ALS.  ALS is a progressive neurodegenerative disease that attacks motor neurons in the brain and spinal cord and affects muscle function.

“This tournament has helped hundreds of patients at Skaggs Regional Medical Center,” says Rodney Arnold, Executive Vice President of Skaggs Foundation.  “It’s through the funds raised during this annual event that we’ve been able to provide equipment such as a hydro-lift arm for pool therapy, a balance system, and much more.”

Registrations are being accepted for the four-person scramble held at Ledge Stone Country Club in Branson, Monday, September 20 at 10 a.m.  Team registration is $1,250 and includes a local pro golfer per team, lunch, a swag bag and post tournament happy hour.  Register by calling Bill Hasler at 417-335-7869.  More information regarding the tournament is available at www.thejulian.org.

Founded in 2002, Skaggs Foundation was established to help support Skaggs Regional Medical Center by encouraging and engaging community members in philanthropy.  As today’s healthcare costs continue to climb and our population ages, there are many ways community members can make a huge difference in the lives of those we serve.  Learn more about Skaggs Foundation at www.skaggs.net/skaggsfoundation.

To kick off the football season join the Big Cedar Culinary team in the Ultimate Tailgater Workshop on September 11, 2010. We’ll show you how to take traditional tailgate food to the next level. You’ll receive tips and party planning ideas to make the most out of your tailgating activities.

We’ll start in the morning for a breakfast workshop and move throughout the day exploring main courses, sides and of course some thirst quenching cocktails. We’ll also have some classic and maybe even some new tailgating games to play.

$99/Per Person and space is limited so sign up today to kick off the tailgating season in style. We encourage you to show up sporting your favorite team gear. This event is open to Big Cedar Lodge guests and the General Public. For more information or to sign up for the Ultimate Tailgating workshop call: 1-800-BC LODGE.

Press Release: Branson MOPS AM

Contact:
Kim Connell
[email protected]
417-334–6818
Branson MOPS AM Registration Event

Branson MOPS AM(Mothers of Preschoolers) is holding their registration event for the 2010-2011 MOPS year on Tuesday, August 24 from 9:15 am to 11:15 am at the Branson Rec Plex pavilion located behind the swimming pool. There will supervision and activities for the kids so moms can fill out their paperwork with free hands. There will also be drinks and snacks provided. Stay for the whole time and enjoy fun and fellowship with other moms or just drop in and fill out paperwork.
MOPS is a not for profit organization that exists to encourage, equip and develop mothers of preschoolers to realize her potential as a woman, mother and leader at home and in the community. Branson MOPS AM meets at the First Baptist Church in Branson on the 2nd and 4th Tuesday of each month (September through May). For more information visit www.bransonmops.org.

Eire and Brimstone: Rock & Roll … With a Celtic Soul!

On Saturday, August 14, Waxy O’Shea’s Irish Pub at Branson Landing will host Branson’s liveliest rock band: Eire & Brimstone!

Eire & Brimstone is made up of several local entertainers, each with some connection to Ireland, Scotland and Wales. None of the band are immigrants, but you don’t have to dig very deep to see the bandmembers’ love of all things Celtic.

“I’m really enjoying getting back to my roots. This band is really pushing me to connect to my Irish heritage.” Says fiddler Bonnie Riley. One may recognize Bonnie from the several professional shows in Branson in which she is featured.

“My Grandfather was quintessential Irish Chicago cop.” Says Dan Richards. Dan also has family ties to Wales. One might remember Dan playing lead guitar for the rowdy Dirty Old Towne band.

“I have red hair—they can’t kick me out!” exclaims Michael Horn, lead vocalist and songwriter for Eire & Brimstone. Michael’s family tree stretches from Ireland across the Irish sea to Scotland.

Eire and Brimstone’s music is a mix of original tunes with Celtic flair, covers of tunes from famous Celtic bands, and traditional pub tunes that you might hear at an Irish pub sessiun. Eire and Brimstone shows usually include some bandmembers wearing kilts. All in attendance are encouraged to raise their glasses for frequent toasts.

Join in the Celtic frivolity at Waxy O’Shea’s on August 14, 2010, playing from 9PM to 1AM.

End of Summer – AREA APPRECIATION!!
Come see what all the hype is about!!! Fun for the whole Family!!
The Magnificent Variety Show is hosting Area Appreciation of their ALL NEW 2010 Production! Now at the Branson Star Theatre (next to Olive Garden on 76 Hwy)

Branson’s Biggest Music Variety Show – Showcasing Fabulous Singing and Dancing from the 1940s to TODAY!!

Tributes to 50s and 60s Rock n’ Roll, Motown, Disco, Country, 40s Big Band Swing, Broadway, Gospel, Pop, and so much More!!!!
The whole Family will LOVE it!!!

NW Arkansas and SW Missouri Residents – Only $7 + tax and KIDS 11 & Under are ALWAYS FREE!!

Aug. 5-13 ~ 8pm ~ Tuesday thru Friday only!!
www.magnificentvariety.com
Call NOW – 417-334-7131 for Reservations and Info

You’re invited to join Big Cedar Lodge at the first annual Big Cedar Cookout on September 18, 2010 from 10:00am-7:00pm as we celebrate the fun of outdoor cooking. Enjoy a full day of tasting great food and learning cooking secrets from local and regional chefs for only $25.00. Professionals and amateurs are invited to compete for the best in seafood, pizza, veggie, BBQ, crowd favorite, and green egg open competitions. 1st, 2nd and 3rd place in each category will receive a prize and a portion of the proceeds from the event will be donated to the American Culinary Federation. For tickets call 1-800-BCLODGE. For information about participation in the competitions or sponsorship opportunities contact Jana Daugherty at 417-339-5029.

Celebrate Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library at “Whoadeo” family fun event on, Saturday, October 9th from 10:00AM to 1:00PM at Dixie Stampede in Branson. The free event is designed to celebrate the joy of reading among families, while children enjoy riding stick horses in rodeo style events.

What’s a “Whoadeo”?
The “Whoadeo” is a stick horse rodeo for kids. It gives them a chance to ride in the Dixie Stampede main arena and showcase their skills including: Barrel Racing, Pole Bending, Obstacle Course, Bucking Horse and Jumping. Children and adults compete on an authentic stick horse as they race around barrels, jump over obstacles or manage to not get “bucked” off their horse. Prizes will be awarded for top times and creative “bucking”.

Also featured during the “Whoadeo” at Dixie Stampede will be kids’ games, face painting, animal exhibitions, as well as giveaways from companies and public agencies that serve families.

About Dixie Stampede
Dolly Parton’s Dixie Stampede is a unique dinner and show experience set in an 35,000-square-foot arena featuring 32 magnificent horses, a stampede of Longhorn steer, trick riders, beautiful music, and audience participation, all showcased in a friendly rivalry between North and South, complemented by a fabulous four-course feast.

Featured at this year’s Dixie Stampede, a new musical-comedy celebration, “Gold Rush Jubilee”, full of twists and surprises sure to keep audiences laughing!

Dixie Stampede Dinner Attractions operate in three popular vacation destinations: Pigeon Forge, Tennessee; Myrtle Beach, South Carolina; and Branson, Missouri. For more information, show times and ticket prices, call 1-800-520-5544 or visit www.dixiestampede.com.