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August 28, 2012

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Local Singer/Actress Diane Barber Lands Lead Role
In Tracy J Trost’s Theatre Production of A Christmas Snow
Playing At The Starlite Theatre This November

Branson, MO ~ Branson-based, Diane Barber will play Kathleen alongside award-winning actor Muse Watson in Tracy J Trost’s theatre production of A Christmas Snow, which runs November 1-December 8 at the Starlite Theatre in Branson, MO.

Barber has a long history of leading roles in musicals and plays around the country, as well as film, television, voice over and singing credits. Her vocal and theatre credits include, Maria in The Sound of Music, Mabel in Pirates of Penzance and Bonnie Boylan in Annie, and she has appeared in productions with Richard Wright, Susan Powell and Larry Gatlin. Locally, Barber was in last year’s TLC production of Hello, Dolly and is a featured vocalist in the Hamner Barber Theater production, The Wings of Christmas, along with her husband, ventriloquist Jim Barber and their 11-year-old daughter, Jessica. Playing Kathleen in this production adds even more variety to her success as an actress.

“It isn’t often that you have the opportunity to perform a role that demonstrates such a spirit filled message of learning true forgiveness” states Barber. “Tracy Trost has taken a relatable story line and has artfully woven this path of forgiveness, based on Biblical principles. I am honored to join this Christmas production starring Muse Watson. I know each audience member will experience the ebb and flow of emotions in this theatrical journey and leave the theater with a joyous sense of Christmas magic.”

A Christmas Snow LIVE is a theatrical production adapted from the award-winning inspirational film, A Christmas Snow, brought to the stage by award-winning director Tracy J Trost and bestselling author Jim Stovall, author of the A Christmas Snow novel. For more information visit www.AChristmasSnow.com

About the Starlite Theatre: The 880-seat Starlite Theatre is conveniently located on Highway 76 near the Titanic and features Branson’s only five-story glass atrium with 19,560 feet of glass. Inside, Starlite’s state-of-the-art stage is the perfect venue for some of Branson’s most popular and interactive shows. For ticket information call the Starlite Theater at 866-991-1982 or visit www.StarliteTheatre.com

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The Starlite Theatre Releases Calendar For Fall Concert Series Stars From “Larry’s Country Diner” and “Country’s Family Reunion”

BRANSON, MO – The Starlite Theatre has announced additional acts for the highly-anticipated fall concert series Stars From “Larry’s Country Diner” and “Country’s Family Reunion.” The concert series features country music superstars who have appeared on the popular RFD-TV programs hosted by Larry Black. The current schedule is as follows:

Gene Watson and Moe Bandy: September 4, 5 and 6.
Dailey and Vincent with Jimmy Fortune: September 7, 8 and 9.
T. Graham Brown and Johnny Lee: September 11, 12 and 13.
Wilson Fairchild and Ed Bruce: September 14, 15 and 16.
Leona Williams: September 18, 19 and 20.
Buddy Jewell: September 21, 22 and 23.
Mandy Barnett with “Nadine” from Larry’s Country Diner: September 28, 29 and 30.
Suzy Bogguss and Daryle Singletary: October 2, 3 and 4.
Ronny Robbins and Robyn Young: October 5, 6 and 7.
Joey and Rory with “Nadine” from Larry’s Country Diner: October 12, 13 and 14.
Rhonda Vincent and Billy Dean: October 16, 17 and 18.
Linda Davis and Con Hunley: October 19, 20 and 21.

Tickets for all shows are available at www.starlitetheatre.com or 866-991-8445. Additional acts will be announced soon.

Additional information for performers can be found on the following websites:
www.genewatsonmusic.com
www.moebandy.com
www.facebook.com/MoeBandyMusic
www.myspace.com/thedaileyvincentband
www.jimmyfortune.com
www.tgrahambrown.com
www.johnnyleefanclub.com
www.wilsonfairchild.com
www.edbrucemusic.com
www.leonawilliams.com
www.buddyjewell.com
www.mandybarnett.com
www.darylesingletary.net
www.suzybogguss.com
www.cfrcruise.com/artists/ronny-robbins/
www.robyn-young.com
www.joeyandrory.com
www.billydean.com
www.rhondavincent.com
www.lindadavis.com
www.conhunley.com

The Texas Tenors will also be performing September 12-16, September 25-30, October 2-4 and October 9-21. Purchase any adult ticket for Stars From “Larry’s Country Diner” and “Country’s Family Reunion show and receive an adult ticket for The Texas Tenors for 50% off. Contact box office for details 866-991-8445.

Garon Brett Returns From Two Year Mission In Bogota, Colombia
Branson entertainer returns from two year LDS mission

On Thursday, August 30th, 2012 Branson, Missouri entertainer Garon Brett of The Bretts Show will return home from Bogota, Colombia where he has been serving a mission for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints for two years. “We have missed him a lot.” says Tom Brett, father of the family, “But we have been extremely blessed by his serving a mission. So much that I’m a little nervous to have him come back,” jokes Tom.
Missions are anything but rosy though. “We have definitely worried about him being down there. Colombia isn’t known for being a safe place. Garon has been robbed twice that we know of, but happily hasn’t been hurt. Apparently, that is a normal part of life.” These two years have not only been challenging for Garon, but for the whole family as they have had to learn to adapt and fill in. “Without having Garon we’ve definitely been pushed to become better performers individually,” says Tom. The improvement has certainly been noted, as currently, The Bretts Show has been nominated as Branson’s Best Show by BransonShowAwards.com the last two years, a first ever for The Bretts!
Tom, Andrea, and Brydon will be leaving on the 23rd, and will fly down to Bogota to pick Garon up. They’re spending a day with Garon in his missionary duties. Then he will be released from his duties, and the four of them will travel around Colombia as Garon takes them on a tour of his missionary experience. The Bretts will perform twice while in Colombia – once in the city of Bogota, and another in Ibague. They return on August 30th.
Garon will be back in the show permanently within a few weeks of returning. His being back with The Bretts will add many elements to their already powerful show. For example, Garon is a phenomenal songwriter (NSAI Co-Grand Champion Song Writer 2011), he adds to the youth factor in the show, he adds another set of hands off stage and in the office, his mission has added maturity and experience that will be helpful in the show, and lastly Brydon and Garon have long been planning some new and exciting things that they will be releasing in the near future. In addition to working in The Bretts Show, Garon plans to continue pursuing a degree in Music Media.

More info about The Bretts visit: www.brettfamily.com or www.youtube.com/TheBrettFamily
Information Contact: Joshua Hall 417-336-4222 ext. 3059 or [email protected]

Branson Country USA with Special Guest Tonya & Tammy – The Stutterettes, Kari Garrison – August 24, 2012

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

The Starlite Theatre in Branson, Missouri is proud to announce the addition of country music stars T. Graham Brown and Johnny Lee to the fall concert series “Stars From Larry’s Country Diner and Country’s Family Reunion.”

T. Graham Brown and Johnny Lee will kick off the second week of the series which features legends of country music that have appeared on the popular RFD-TV programs “Larry’s Country Diner” and “Country’s Family Reunion, both hosted by radio and television legend Larry Black. The pair will perform at 8pm on September 11 and 12, and at 3pm on September 13.

T. Graham Brown has charted more than twenty singles on the Billboard Hot Country Songs chart including three number one hits: “Hell and High Water,” “Don’t Go To Strangers” and “Darlene.” He has eight other top ten hits from his thirteen studio albums.

Johnny Lee’s 1980 hit “Lookin’ For Love” from the Urban Cowboy soundtrack topped the country charts for three weeks and hit number two on the pop charts. Lee has had four number one country songs in addition to “Lookin For Love”: “One in a Million,” “Bet Your Heart On Me,” “The Yellow Rose,” and “You Could Have Heard a Heartbreak.” He has a total of twelve top-ten hits.

Starlite Theatre Managing Partner John Ghirardelli: “We are thrilled to add these two legends of country music to our fall concert series. Artists of this stature are a compliment to the Branson music scene and their presence is in line with our goal of presenting the best live entertainment in Branson.”

The Starlite Theatre is located on the world-famous Branson Strip. Tickets are available now at www.starlitetheatre.com or by calling the box office 866-991-8445.

Branson, Mo…CAM’s Gospel Sing-Off fundraiser, scheduled for 2 PM Sunday, September 2nd at Sight & Sound Theatres in Branson, will feature a panel of six celebrity judges to evaluate the 10 competing finalists. Two of the judges have been on the other side of the judging table when competing on America’s Got Talent – Michael Cole of Voices of Glory and Ben Dutton of The Duttons.

Michael Cole

Michael Cole, who will also be opening the Sing Off with his brother and sister in a guest appearance by Voices of Glory, is a graduate of Branson High, attended Jim Bakker’s Master’s Media Production Program, and is currently pursuing a degree in music production. He and his siblings placed fifth in America’s Got Talent.

Ben Dutton

Ben Dutton is the principal cellist for the Duttons, as well as a highly skilled mandolin and fiddle player, vocalist, dancer, and comedian. Most recently Ben is has gained some notoriety as his identical twin cousin Julio in the Dutton shows. The Dutton Family opened the very first Gospel Sing-Off in 2009 and was a Top 10 Finalist in America’s Got Talent.

Monte Schisler

New to the judges table this year is Monte Schisler, the News Director for Earls Family Broadcasting (KOMC/KRZK and KHOZ). After attending School of the Ozarks where he studied speech communications with an emphasis in broadcasting, Monte went on to work as an award-winning journalist at KTTS and KY3 in Springfield, as well as NBC, ESPN, ABC, and the Missouri Radio Network.

Ronnie Page

Continuing his tradition as a judge for all four Sing Offs is Ronnie Page, entertainment editor for the Branson Daily Independent. Ronnie began his musical career with the Oak Ridge Boys in 1956 as their baritone singer and emcee, then spending 22 years with the legendary Chuck Wagon Gang, as well as hosting a Nashville gospel music video show, serving on the Gospel Music Association’s Board of Directors, and was inducted into Nashville’s Gospel Music Association Hall of Fame in 2000.

Jak Knudsen

Returning for a second year is Jak Knudsen, one of the brothers who comprise the extremely popular vocal group SIX, appearing at the Mickey Gilley Theater. Last year SIX was the opening guest act for the Sing Off and is once again one of our Keynote Sponsors for this event.

George Dyer

Returning for a third year is Branson’s top tenor George Dyer, who opened the second annual Sing-Off. Currently performing at the Dutton Theater, George is classically trained in both operatic and musical theater. Over the years, he has performed with the NY Opera at Lincoln Center and been a guest soloist with the Mormon Tabernacle Choir.

Bob Hubbard

Host for the fourth straight year will be the legendary Bob Hubbard of the Jordanaires and Foggy River Boys.

This distinguished judging panel will determine the top three winners from the 10 finalists who will compete in CAM’s 4th Annual Gospel Sing-Off. Branson Tourism Center, another Keynote Sponsor, is primarily responsible for the prize purse of $1,500 to the first place winner, $1,000 for second place, and $500 for the third place finisher. Additionally, Silver Dollar City will provide this year’s winner with three performance slots on Monday, September 3rd during the closing festivities of their Southern Gospel Picnic.

The Gospel Sing-Off is CAM’s annual operational fundraiser to support the CAM Food Pantries in Branson and Forsyth, which is currently providing services to an average of over 1,000 families per month in Taney County.

Tickets for the 2 PM show are a $12 donation for adults, $6 for children 12 and over. Tickets are available at the Sight & Sound lobby box office at 1-800-377-1277, or from Branson Tourism Center at 1-800-785-1550 or by visitng their website at www.bransontourismcenter.com. In order to meet a goal of raising $20,000, CAM needs your help in filling the 2,000 plus seat Sight & Sound Theatre, which has once again donated its facility for the fourth straight year.

Tony Roi’s “Elvis & More” Show is hosting a SKAGGS Regional Medical Center Appreciation next week here in Branson!

All SKAGGS employees get in for FREE, just bring your SRMC employee badge with you and show the ticket agent to get your FREE ticket. It even gets better…bring a friend (non-SRMC employee)…and they get in for only $15!!!

When: Wednesday August 22nd, Thursday August 23rd, and Saturday August 25th.

Time: 8:00pm

Where: The Caravelle Theatre, “On the Strip” at 3446 West 76 Hwy, Branson. Contact the box office at (417) 334-5100 to reserve your seats in advance! Walk-ups are also welcome!

Branson Country USA with Special Guest The Blues Brothers of Legends in Concert – August 17, 2012

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

After 50 plus years of touring, George Jones has decided he is ready to slow down and spend more time with family and friends. George Jones was quoted as saying “It is tough to stop doing what I love, but the time has come”. As a tribute to his loyal fans he wants to tour one more year and let them know, this will be the last.

In 2013, “The Grand Tour” will visit approximately 60 cities, including Branson, MO. George Jones will appear twice at The Mansion Theatre – Friday, October 11 and on Sunday, November 10. George Jones will perform many of his hits such as “White Lightning,” “He Stopped Loving Her Today,” “Who’s Gonna Fill Their Shoes” and “I Don’t Need Your Rockin’ Chair”. Tickets will go on sale in the near future, please check www.TheMansionTheatre.com for up-to-date information. For Group Sales, please contact Amy Leaming at (417) 239-3057.

This year, George Jones will also appear at The Mansion Theatre on Friday, October 12 and Friday, November 9. Great seats are still available, while supplies last. To purchase tickets, call (417) 239-1333 or (866) 707-4100.

George Jones also plans to record a new studio album for the fans, and Dolly Parton has been writing songs for him. At this time, there is no scheduled release date for the album.

On August 21st and 22nd, 2012 The Bretts will be holding their End of Summer Area Appreciation. Tickets are $5 plus tax for residents of Stone or Taney County and their guests (If you bring guests you must call and reserve before picking up your tickets). Must present Valid ID. Call 417-336-3100 Today!!!