Mount Pleasant Winery – Open Full Time! We have opened again full-time, 7 days a week, from 11 am – 6 pm. We continue to provide live music on Saturdays from 4 – 6 pm.

Sons of Britches

This Saturday, the 22nd, enjoy the bluegrass/comedy of The Sons of Britches, along with an invitation to the Branson Arts Council Art Open House featuring the White River Art Alliance, also from 4 – 6 pm. This is a great opportunity to meet these young and upcoming artists, Aaron Murphee, Christina Mutchler, Chante Payne and Seth Murphee. Enjoy refreshments provided by the BAC along with wine tasting for $5.00, or you may purchase wine by the glass, or by the bottle to be enjoyed at the winery! It’s a great time to come out and support our local musicians and artists! We’ll see you Saturday!

Mount Pleasant Winery
3125 Green Mtn. Drive
417-336-9463

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.

Clint Black to Appear at the Oak Ridge Boys Theatre Oct 24th & 25th, 2014

Clint Black has long been heralded as one of County music’s brightest stars. His many talents have taken him even further, as Black has transcended genres to become one of the most successful artists in all the music industry. To date, Black has written, recorded and released more than 100 songs, a benchmark in any artist’s career. An astounding one-third of these songs eligible for major single release also achieved hit song status at Country radio, while more than 20 million of his albums have been sold worldwide. While it’s well-known that Black is an accomplished singer and guitarist, people may be surprised to learn that he is also proficient on drums and the harmonica.
In 1989, Black released his critically acclaimed fan favorite and triple platinum Killin’ Time marking a shift in the industry with traditional country sounds. CMT list this album as one of the 100th Greatest Albums in Country Music.

Clint black proves that on stage or appearing in such shows as the Celebrity Apprentice, he is a class act and a must see while you are in Branson.

www.OakRidgeBoysTheatre.com

Ripley’s Believe It or Not! celebrates World Sword Swallower’s Day on Saturday, February 22 with FREE sword swallowing demonstrations.

In Branson, Sandra Kallich, know as “Bob Zilla” will demonstrate her sword swallowing skills at a free performance at Ripley’s Branson Odditorium, located at 3326 West Highway 76. The show will start at 2:00 p.m. with an official “swallow” at 2:22:14 p.m. to coincide with the 2/22/14 date.

The sword swallowing performances are FREE. Visitors who want to tour the Odditorium will need to purchase tickets.

BRANSON, MO—January 2014 Andy Williams Moon River Theatre is proud to announce the addition of the Lennon Sisters to their October star studded line-up! The Lennon Sisters will be performing October 20th through 22nd and 27th through 29th at 8 PM.
The Lennon Sisters are an American Institution, first introduced to the country by Lawrence Welk. Glamorous, yet unpretentious; Sophisticated, yet down to earth; Famous, yet approachable. No wonder America Loves the Lennon Sisters…they are the girls next door. For 13 years on the Lawrence Welk Show, Dianne, Peggy, Kathy and Janet charmed the nation with their sweet-voiced harmonies. They were dubbed “America’s Sweethearts of Song”. They have sung for seven Presidents, performed with nearly every major star in Hollywood, and were welcomed into millions of homes across America every Saturday night. The girls were awarded their own Star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, and they were inducted into the National Vocal Group Hall of Fame. When Dianne and Peggy retired, their younger sister Mimi joined them in 1999. The Lennon Sisters have been known for such hits as “Tonight, You Belong to Me, and Sad Movies (Make Me Cry).” During the 60s and 70s, the Lennon Sisters appeared on the Andy Williams Television Show many times, and worked for many years with him in Las Vegas at Caesars Palace. They continue to bring their gift of music to our stage. For a performance filled with their unmistakable harmonies, video highlights of their fabulous career (which will surely bring back warm memories), funny stories that will bring some laughs, and three special little guests, Janet’s granddaughters, don’t miss The Lennon Sisters show this October at The Andy Williams Moon River Theatre
Tickets for The Lennon Sisters are available at the box office by calling 800-MOON-094 (800-666-6094) Visit our website at andywilliams.com. Tickets also available for all of our other GREAT shows in 2014!
• Illusionist Rick Thomas March 28th through October 4th
• The 3 Red Neck Tenors May 2nd through December 6th
• Entertainment Legends, The Lettermen October 7th through October 18th
• The Osmonds American Jukebox Show October 23rd through 25th and 30th through 31st
• The Andy Williams Christmas Show Starring The Osmonds and The Lennon Sisters November 1st through December 6th
• Daniel O’Donnell November 1st through November 22nd
• Sha Na Na Rockin’ Christmas November 24th through December 6th

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.

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Jenn Evans
2500 W Hwy 76
Branson, MO 65616
417-334-1800

Illusionist Rick Thomas brings his amazing magic to
The Andy Williams Moon River Theatre
March through October

BRANSON, MO—January 2014

World-renowned Illusionist Rick Thomas has been delighting Las Vegas audiences and wowing critics for 15 years. He has also completed five world tours covering over 50 countries. Critics call it the perfect show for the entire family! Rick Thomas now proudly brings to Branson the most successful family show in Las Vegas history.

High honors include the coveted “Magician of the Year” by the Academy of Magical Arts and “Stage Magician of the Year” by the World Magic Awards. Thomas has also been featured on numerous national television specials including the NBC specials “The World’s Greatest Magic” and his own specials on ABC that aired throughout Asia.

Thomas performs the most intriguing and innovative grand illusions in the world with a style unlike any other magical entertainer. His stage presence is unmatched as he weaves magic, music and dance into a seamless spectacle. The slick showmanship of Rick Thomas is a riveting visual delight and he is a triumph of personality and presentation!

Thomas’ theatrical background includes ballroom dancing, a fact that accounts for the graceful movements of this tall (6’4″) magician on stage. At the tender age of five Rick began teaming with his sister, Tamara, in ballroom dance competitions. Their natural abilities, along with hard work, earned them the title of Amateur United States Ballroom Dancing Champions while in their teens.

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It was during his ballroom dancing competition travels that Thomas first saw the Tropicana Resort & Casino in Las Vegas and vowed to one day perform at the hotel. Not only did Thomas headline at the Tropicana for 8 years, he continued his success at the Planet Hollywood Casino, and the Sahara Casino to name a few. Rick Thomas now tours the world and will be joining us in Branson March 28 through October 4, 2014!

“Rick Thomas is going to be an amazing addition to the Andy Williams Moon River Theatre,” said Jimmy Osmond. “The Andy Williams Theatre is built on an incredible history of fabulous entertainment and Rick Thomas is a renowned Las Vegas Iconic entertainer who will be performing the finest magical entertainment in the world. Audiences in Branson will be talking about this show for years to come.”

An extraordinary Las Vegas show now here in Branson for all of us to enjoy!

Tickets for Rick Thomas 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.