NEW FOR 2009

BART ROCKETT & TAYLOR REED

Two of Branson’s premiere headliners have joined forces for the 2009 season. Bart Rockett and Taylor Reed have entertained millions around the world. Don’t miss this magical extravaganza featuring the World’s Largest Touring Illusion. This “MUST SEE” show guarantees “MORE MAGIC FOR YOUR MONEY”.

Performing at the 50’s At The Hop Theatre in The Shoppes at Branson Meadows.

CALL FOR RESERVATION 417-335-5300

FREE Sneek Preview of Johnny Roger’s “Buddy and Beyond” this Friday 13 at 7:30PM. www.buddyandbeyond.com

(Branson, MO 02/09) The Haygoods, known for their high-energy show, are focusing their energy towards a new project, the opening of the family’s very own theater, set for March 3rd. The New Americana Theater, located in the middle of Branson’s famous 76 strip, will feature state-of-the-art sound and effects, a spacious lobby, and a gourmet deli for guests to enjoy. The New Americana Theatre will house four new shows for the 2009 season: The Haygoods, Tony Roi ~ The Elvis Experience, Red, Hot and Blue, and the brand new production Cassandre’ The Voice of an Angel.

The Americana Theatre was purchased by The Haygoods in May 2008. With that purchase they became the youngest family to own a theatre on the Branson strip. It has undergone half a million dollars in renovations and has an entirely new look for its opening on March 3rd. An exciting addition to the theater is a gourmet deli shop for people to stop in and enjoy.

“This project has been enormous endeavor for our family. We knew it would be a lot of work but it is something that we all wanted and we were willing to work hard for,” said Timothy Haygood. The Haygoods arrived in Branson, MO in 1993 with nothing but their instruments and started performing at Silver Dollar City. “Silver Dollar City was great for us, it helped us grow as musicians and gave us the courage to take our show out into Branson,” Tim Haygood stated.

The Haygoods are the headlining show in The New Americana Theatre. This talented, energetic, and award-winning family has been performing in Branson for 18 years. The musical entertainment group, consisting of seven brothers and one sister, has performed over 10,000 shows for more than 4 million people during their Branson career.

Cassandre’ The Voice of an Angel is an ALL NEW show for 2009 and features Cassandre’ Faimon-Haygood, wife of Timothy Haygood, singing time honored classics and contemporary hits all backed by a live 8 piece orchestra. Cassandre has been featured in Silver Dollar City’s® productions of For the Glory®, Dicken’s Christmas Carol®, and Headin’ West® for the last 9 years. Now, she steps into the heart of Branson to entertain concertgoers with pop, Broadway, classical, and gospel songs.

Other shows showcased at The New Americana Theatre are: Tony Roi: The Elvis Experience Live in Concert and Red, Hot & Blue! Tony Roi has been voted entertainer of the year for 6 years in a row and his Elvis Experience has taken Branson by storm. In its 12th season, Red, Hot and Blue has been awarded Best Morning Show, Best Costumes, Best Vocal & Dance Group and the show features songs from the 40’s, 50’s, 60’s and 70’s.

The New Americana Theatre runs shows March 3 – December 31. For more information about the theatre, show schedules, and tickets call 417-339-4663. Information is also available at www.theamericanatheatre.com

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“The Magnificent Variety Show!”

Celebrating SEVEN Amazing Decades of Blockbuster Hits! NOW at The OSMONDS Theatre!!!

Branson’s MAGNIFICENT Music Machine is driven by the power house vocals of Joe and Tamra Tinoco. They also introduce their beautiful and talented 4 year old daughter Talya!
The MAGNIFICENT cast presents an Incredible Rapid-Fire review of the Greatest Hits ever recorded! An unforgettable splash of dazzling dancing and sensational singing, seasoned with the exciting sounds of Branson’s Best Live Band!
It’s YOUR music! More than 75 of your favorites from the 1940’s through Today!! Swing, Rock & Roll, Country, Pop, Latin, Broadway, Gospel, and always an Unforgettable Patriotic Salute! More than 300 costume changes make this the FASTEST MOVING SHOW in Branson!
IT’S FUN FOR ALL AGES – GUARANTEED!!!
Remember – The MAGNIFICENT VARIETY SHOW makes Christmas the Most Wonderful Time of the Year with their enchanting Christmas Spectacular!
Whet your appetite? … To make your visit even better – You can add a delicious dinner!! They offer a Delicious Dinner Combo inside The Osmonds Theatre!
Make Your Reservations NOW!
LIMITED SEATING!!
Tickets are Going FAST!!!
The Magnificent Dinner consists of Sirloin Tips and Chicken, Baked Potato, Fresh Green Beans, Hot Fresh Rolls, a Crisp Dinner Salad, and Dessert, along with Ice Tea and Coffee.
Add the “Magnificent Variety Show” to your list of “MUST SEE” shows in Branson … Now at The Osmonds Theatre! 3216 W. Hwy. 76 “Across from Titanic on 76 Strip”

2009 Ticket Prices:
Adult Ticket (Show Only) – $29.95
Adult Ticket (Show/Dinner Combo – add *$9.95) – $39.90
Children (11 years old and under- Show Only) – FREE
Children (11 years old and under – Show/Dinner Combo) – *$7.00
* With purchase of a full price adult ticket, no other discounts or offers apply

Box Office Reservations: 417-336-6100
Group Reservations: 417-230-9636
Magnificent Variety Admin. Office: 417-336-6161
Marketing/Media Contact: Tammy Felton 417-766-9502

Visit the web site for more information!!!
www.magnificentvariety.com

Master impressionist, Tim Rowland is back in the Branson karaoke scene after starring in the stage production called “An evening with Elvis”, a one man show in which Tim played the King of Rock and from his early years at Sun records to the Comeback special in 68′ to his final days in the jumpsuits. The show was met with rave reviews for Tim’s performance in the world famous “Gene Williams theatre” on 76′ Country Blvd!
Now, Tim will be performing his impressions/Karaoke show at both the Lakeside pub on Indian Point rd. (formerly called Killarney’s) 7pm on Saturday nights and Waxy O’Shea’s at the Branson Landing at 9pm on Friday nights!
Tim is the absolute “King Of Karaoke” and you’ll know exactly why once you’ve been to one of his shows! The best Karaoke equipment combined with Tim’s fantastic impersonations of 200 famous celebrities will be the greatest time you’ll ever have! So come on out and join in the fun!

As he moves into his eighth year of taping the Lucas Oil Products sponsored Gene Williams Country Music Television Show live in Branson, Mo., Gene Williams is moving his show to the 50’s at the Hop Theatre beginning with the Sunday, Feb. 15 taping.

The move also marks Williams’ celebration of more than a half century of working in country music – his first job was on KWAM radio as a disk jockey – and more than four decades of country music television – he blazed a trail in country music television beginning in the late 1960s on KAIT-TV in Jonesboro, Ark., and KARK-TV in Little Rock.

“I’m looking forward to being in one of the newest and nicest theatres in Branson. I am looking forward to a long relationship at this new, state-of-the-art theatre,” said Williams.

The 50’s at the Hop Theatre is located in the Branson Meadows Mall, 4230 N. Gretna Rd., 417-335-5300.

As part of the celebration an extended list of door prizes will be given away on Feb. 15. The first 50 will receive dinners at the world’s largest Golden Corral in Branson and the next 200 families will receive Lucas Oil caps. Doors open at 1 p.m. for the first taping of three shows at 2 p.m. Following the tapings, everyone upon exiting the theatre will be given an apple courtesy of the Black Apple Man from Leslie, Ark.

Williams is the star, producer and creator of his weekly television show that is seen across the nation and into Canada and Puerto Rico in more than 90 markets and broadcast to more than 60 million households. Williams will announce the addition of 22 more stations soon.

In addition to Feb. 15, shows are taped approximately every third Sunday. Set on the schedule are March 8 and 29, April 19, May 10 and 17, June 14, July 12, Aug. 2 and 16, and Sept. 13.

The Gene Williams Country Music Television Show is the longest running weekly television show in Branson and was listed as the most popular TV show in national ratings on WNGS Buffalo/Rochester, N.Y., and as a favorite TV show in the national magazine “Maxim.”

Williams and his co-host Katie Lynn interview guests in an up-close-and-personal format and the guests and Katie Lynn perform with Williams’ band, the Country Junction Band. Guests have included Mickey Gilley, the Oak Ridge Boys, Roy Clark, Doug Kershaw, Ed McMahon, Barbara Fairchild, Sons of the Pioneers, the Osmonds, Johnny Cash’s band The Tennessee Three, Helen Cornelius, Leona Williams, Fred Travalena, Charlie Louvin, Narvel Felts, Margo Smith, Mary Lou Turner, Cal Smith, Stonewall Jackson, Norma Jean, Little Jimmy Dickens, Ava Barber, Bill Anderson, Porter Wagoner, Jim Owen, Buck Trent, Johnny Lee, the Blackwoods, Wanda Jackson and Razzy Bailey.

In recognition of Williams’ country music career, he holds an honorary doctorate degree in television and broadcast communications from St. Martins College and has also been honored by the states of Arkansas and Missouri for his work in tourism, entertainment and community.

He recently had a road named after him by his hometown of Dyess, Ark. This followed a 2007 presentation of the key to the city and a historical marker in appreciation for his support to help preserve the town’s history. A historical building there will be used for a museum recognizing the town’s significance and its former residents, Johnny Cash, Tommy Cash and Williams and in 2008 he was the grand marshal for the Christmas parade.

Williams also was presented the key to the city of Horseshoe Bend, Ark., for his work to bring significant country entertainment to the resort community during its early development and April 11 will be celebrated as Gene Williams Day.

Nominated for induction into two halls of fame, the Branson Entertainment Hall of Fame Museum and the Arkansas Entertainers Hall of Fame, Williams has worked with such greats as Johnny Cash, the Carter Family, the Statler Brothers, Carl Perkins, Charlie Walker, Charlie Louvin, Del Reeves, Merle Haggard, Ray Price, Minnie Pearl and Jack Greene.

Williams’ co-host Katie Lynn has received the Branson Entertainment Awards Best Support Vocalist twice for her work in the “Mickey Gilley Show.” She has worked with Gilley for more than eight years and also worked with Jim Owen for seven years. In addition to her singing career, she is a real estate agent.

For more information go to the website genewilliamscountry.com.

American Kids Inc., the nation’s only little league of entertainers, is holding open auditions for the 2009 children’s cast of its patriotic musical Raising America at the Branson Mall Theatre on Jan. 31 (inclement weather date Feb. 7.

Registration, on site, opens at 12:30 p.m. in the theatre’s lobby. Singers, dancers, boys and girls, ages 8-18, are needed.

“The show has more than 25 appearances booked in Branson for 2009. This is a great opportunity for young people to share their talent gifts for the benefit of others as many of the shows are for the nation’s veterans,” said American Kids Inc. Founder Dr. Dale Smith, who along with his wife, Kathy, are rebuilding and managing the cast of singers and dancers. Brandi Ely, an alumna of American Kids Inc., will assist them.

Smith, a retired Air Force Major and a seasoned entertainer, created Raising America as an avenue for young people to develop a personal sense of patriotism and, through this exciting, fast-paced, original music show, share their talents with all types of audiences from veterans groups to mall shoppers.

“We teach patriotism and all that it entails honor, respect, loyalty, commitment, courage, self-discipline and faith,” Smith said. “After seeing a past stage show, a veteran of three tours of conflict came up to the cast and said, ‘You kids were worth all I’ve been through, I served for you.’ The stunned and grateful cast gathered in prayer backstage with an even deeper commitment to show their appreciation to those who have been in military service.”

For more information and pre-registration call Brenda Hoffstatter at the national office at 417-337-8964.

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The 27-year-old American Kids Inc. is the nation’s only ‘little league’ of entertainers celebrating what’s right about America promoting drug-free lifestyles, patriotism and community service. The group’s founder, Dr. Dale Smith, holds a doctorate in administration-education and masters in music education. Young people, ages 3 to high school seniors join American Kids just like adults join a civic club. In the program, they find a peer group all involved in making a difference in the world by using the performing arts as the vehicle. Competition is held on a local to state to national level. Shows range from fairs, festivals and theme parks on a national and international scale to the touring cast of Raising America, a patriotic musical. Members enjoy exposure, growth, character development and opportunity. Because of the experience gained from being on stage, members are better prepared for whatever they choose to do in life. Many members are performing on Broadway and on tour, with Disney and in Branson and Nashville: Kristin Chenoweth, Bryan White, Jarrod Neimann and Blake Shelton are alumni. The group is affiliated with Ed McMahon, Barbara Fairchild, Randy Earhart and Taco Mayo, Steve Weyher and Golden Corral.

Xin Nian Hao! (Translation: Happy New Year!)

(Wednesday, December 31, 2008) After extending their show season to run through all of December, the Acrobats of China featuring the New Shanghai Circus have once again added shows. After their New Year’s Eve Celebration tonight (December 31), the New Shanghai Circus in Branson, Missouri will have shows on January 1, 2009 through January 4, 2009, at 8:00 PM. Mr Lizhi Zhao, owner and CEO of the New Shanghai Circus says, “Xin Nian Hao (Happy New Year)! This is the first time in ten years that the Acrobats of China have stayed in Branson through the American New Year’s Celebration. It’s been a great experience for us. Due to the response from our visitors, we decided that doing shows this weekend would be a great way to complete our season.”

Over 40 Acrobats of China showcase a revolving line-up of internationally award-winning physical performance artists. Currently the New Shanghai Circus is featuring Lei Gu – The Thunder Drums. The Thunder Drums are a dramatic and impressive group that arrived in Branson after performing at the 2008 Olympics. Along with the Thunder Drums visitors will enjoy Aerial Fish Ballet, Martial Arts, Wire Walker, Adagio, Diabolo, Plate Spinning, and more. The Acrobats of China perform at the New Shanghai Theatre in Branson at 645 State Hwy 165.

After completing the added shows on January 4, some of the New Shanghai Circus troupe will be on tour throughout the United States, including Hawaii, and will appear at the Religious Conference Management Association (RCMA) conference representing Branson. The entire troupe will return to Branson to begin shows on March 12, 2009, at 8:00 PM.
For more information or tickets call 417-336-8888 or visit www.AcrobatsOfChina.com.

Media Information:
Cindy Merry, 417-739-4925, [email protected]
Kate Kong, 417-336-8888, [email protected]

Doors open at 8pm
50’s At The Hop Show Starts at 9pm
Intermission will include:
Heavy Hors d’ oeuvres, Scrumptious Desserts, Plenty of Party Favors, Noisemakers, Confetti, and Balloons.
The Best of the 50’s At The Hop Show Continues and at Midnight Experience a 10,000 Balloon Drop and Encore Performance.

Great Family Fun!!!!

Call for Reservations 417-335-5300.

Great New Years Packages Available for Show & Rooms.

8pm Shows December 26th thru January 3rd
CHECK OUT OUR SCHEDULE FOR 2009!!!

Everyone is invited to the Final 4 Shows of #1 Hits of the 60’s for 2008. Dec. 27, 28, 29, 30 at 2:00 pm at the Jim Stafford Theatre. You’ll Hear all the Great Songs of the 60’s, You’ll Hop & Bop to all those Great 60’s Dances, You’ll Sing along with the Beach Boys at the Beach, You’ll Laugh as the Gang Goes to “Inspiration Point”, You’ll Revisit Motown with the Supremes & Temptations. 2009 brings #1 Hits of the 60’s an ALL New Show, ALL New Location, and an ALL New Time. Stone and Taney County residents are FREE with a valid driver’s license.