The Bretts, Branson’s Best Morning Show (BransonCritic.com & BransonShowAwards.com), is holding an area appreciation week. From November 19th to the 24th, 2012 admission is only $5 plus tax per person for the following 22 counties: Taney, Ozark, Stone, Christian, Barry, Douglas, Greene, Webster, Wright, Lawrence, Jasper, Newton, McDonald (MO). Boone, Newton, Searcy, Marion, Benton, Carroll, Madison, Baxter, Washington (AR). Reserve tickets by calling 417-336-3100. Showtime: 10 a.m. at Dick Clark’s American Bandstand Theater. 1600 W. Hwy 76, Branson, MO 65616. VALID ID REQUIRED.

Tim Zimmerman & the King’s Brass Christmas Concerts will perform at the Hughes Brothers Theatre in Branson, MO. Presenting the “best in Christmas and sacred brass music” during Branson’s Ozark Mountain Christmas celebration, Tim Zimmerman & the King’s Brass perform November 6 through the 16. Show times are 3pm on Tuesdays and Thursdays and at 10am on Wednesdays and Fridays.
For more than twenty years, The King’s Brass have performed over one hundred concerts each season with three trumpets, three trombones, a tuba, keyboards, and percussion. Playing a wide variety of music from Gabrieli to hymn classics, from Handel to jazz spirituals, from Christmas carols to patriotic marches, The King’s Brass uses all corners of the concert hall to lift hearts and spirits in praise. These Christian professionals from across the US have teamed together to perform their original arrangements and provide innovative worship for young and old alike. During their show, they present best loved classic hymns with a contemporary flair. As author Chuck Swindoll says, “Their performance is a delightful blend of tasteful variety, light-hearted fun, and musical excellence.”
Secular and sacred music critics alike applaud their concerts. Concert Director from Boca Raton Bibletown, Donald Hescott adds, “Truly, an unforgettable experience!” Tim Ostrander of the Moody Bible Institute says, “The King’s Brass always presents an exciting and innovative program that is technically superb. They are always on my ‘return’ list!” Tim Zimmerman says, “We’re thrilled to be returning to Branson during Ozark Mountain Christmas. Being on the world famous Hwy 76 at the Hughes Brothers Theatre is an added benefit, especially as the Hughes Brothers Theatre has a reputation for bringing in quality acts and award-winning shows. We think our fans will enjoy the theatre setting and we feel right at home.” Lena Hughes, theatre co-owner and general manager, adds, “This is the type of show we really love to present to Branson visitors. Tim Zimmerman & the King’s Brass are unique and totally different from anything else currently being presented in Branson. We’re also pleased that our Hughes Brothers Christmas Show has added dates this year and will be running through December 30 and that we’ll also have a special New Year’s Eve Show on December 31.”
To purchase tickets to see Tim Zimmerman & the King’s Brass Christmas Concerts, the Hughes Brothers Christmas Show, and it – Celebrates New Year’s Eve Show, call 417-334-0076 or 1-800-422-0076. For more information about all three shows go to HughesBrothersTheatre.com

Tony Roi has returned from his Fall break and kicked off this last part of 2012 with a SOLD-OUT show at the Bull Shoals Performing Arts Center, a 475-seat venue located about 45 minutes east of Harrison.

“It really was a fantastic crowd and venue there in Arkansas! We had such a great time performing for them and getting to meet most of them after the show, was very nice. The town was warm and friendly…truly a joy to perform there”, says Tony.

For more information on Tony, you can sign up for his e-newsletter online at his website (thetonyroi.com) or just text “tonyroi” to 22828 from your phone.

Tony is currently performing at the Caravelle Theatre in Branson and will finish up the 2012 season on Saturday, December 8th at 8:00pm. For tickets, please contact the box office at (417) 334-5100.

Greetings!
The Starlite Theatre and Larry Black continue the fall concert series “Stars of Larry’s Country Diner and Country’s Family Reunion” this week with performances by Linda Davis and T. Graham Brown.
www.starlitetheatre.com
888-991-8445

LINDA DAVIS
The lovely Linda Davis has charted five major-label albums and more than fifteen singles. Her 1993 duet with Reba McEntire “Does He Love You” reached Number One and won both singers the Grammy for Best Country Vocal Collaboration. Other hits include “Some Things Are Meant To Be” and “A Love Story In The Making.”

T. GRAHAM BROWN
Country music legend T. Graham Brown has recorded thirteen albums and charted more than twenty hit singles, including eight Top Tens and three Number Ones: “Hell and High Water,” “Don’t Go To Strangers,” and “Darlene.” Other big hits include “I Tell It Like It Used To Be,” “I Wish I Could Hurt That Way Again,” “Last Resort” and “If You Could Only See Me Now.” T. Graham Brown returns to The Starlite Theatre October 19-20-21 with Linda Davis.

The Starlite Theatre is proud to bring these original artists to Branson’s premier live entertainment destination! Watch for upcoming emails about the return of “A Christmas Snow-Live!” starring Muse Watson (Mike Franks on NCIS), The Texas Tenors Christmas, Joey and Rory’s Farmhouse Christmas (as seen on RFD-TV) and The Bellamy Brothers Tropical Christmas. For tickets and information visit www.starlitetheatre.com or call the box office 866-991-8445.

The Track Family Fun Parks Announces Facility Upgrades for 2013

Branson, MO – October 18, 2012 – The Track Family Fun Parks has begun work on facility upgrades at both their Track 4 and Track 5 locations along Highway 76, which will be completed for the 2013 season.

Construction is underway to replace the Track 4 building (3345 W. 76 Country Blvd.), which was destroyed by the “Leap Year” tornado earlier this year. The new building, located across the parking lot from its previous location and close to the popular Heavy Metal High Rise go-kart track, will be approximately 4,300 square feet and will house a new ticketing area and all-new, state-of-the-art arcade.

“We are very excited about the new building at Track 4 and hope that the changes we are making will enhance our guest experience,” said Craig Wescott, President of The Track Family Fun Parks. “We expect that the new ticketing location will be more convenient for our guests, and we’re certain they are going to enjoy the all-new arcade.”

The Track also plans to build an addition onto Pizza World at the Track 4 facility. This added space will serve as both overflow seating for the restaurant, and as the meeting space for Track birthday parties and other group events. In addition, the Gator Golf mini golf course is getting a facelift.

The Track’s range of family-friendly offerings will expand in 2013 to include the area’s only batting cages. The Track 5 (3525 W. 76 Country Blvd.) facility will house four stations of batting cages that are each equipped to throw four different speeds for both baseball and softball.

“We expect that the batting cages will be a big hit with both locals and tourists alike,” said Wescott. “We hope that they will be a source of fun for people of all ages, and that they will be a great resource for local baseball and softball teams, as well as the hundreds of teams who come to the area annually to participate in the many tournaments hosted in Branson.”

Guests of The Track Family Fun Parks will enjoy all of these facility upgrades during the company’s thirty-third season in Branson. For more information about The Track Family Fun Parks, please visit their website at www.bransontracks.com or call (417) 334-1612.

Greetings!
The Starlite Theatre and Larry Black continue the fall concert series “Stars of Larry’s Country Diner and Country’s Family Reunion” this week with performances by Rhonda Vincent, Billy Dean, Linda Davis and T. Graham Brown.
www.starlitetheatre.com
888-991-8445

RHONDA VINCENT
The Wall Street journal has called Rhonda Vincent “the new Queen of Bluegrass,” and with good reason. RHonda is a six-time IBMA Female Vocalist of the Year (00-06) as well as IBMA Entertainer of the Year (01). She is also five-time SPBGMA Entertainer of the year (02-06). IN addition to recording her own hit albums she has appeared on recordings by Dolly Parton, Alan jackson, Tanya Tucker and Joe Diffie.

BILLY DEAN
Florida native Billy Dean has scored four gold albums and more than twenty hit singles including eleven Top Ten hits. He was the 1992 ACM Top New Male Vocalist. His big hits include “Only Here For A Little While,” “Somewhere In My Broken Heart,” “If There Hadn’t Been You,” “Buy Me A Rose” and “Let Them Be Little.” Billy appears with Rhonda Vincent at The Starlite Theatre October 16, 17 and 18.

LINDA DAVIS
The lovely Linda Davis has charted five major-label albums and more than fifteen singles. Her 1993 duet with Reba McEntire “Does He Love You” reached Number One and won both singers the Grammy for Best Country Vocal Collaboration. Other hits include “Some Things Are Meant To Be” and “A Love Story In The Making.”

T. GRAHAM BROWN
Country music legend T. Graham Brown has recorded thirteen albums and charted more than twenty hit singles, including eight Top Tens and three Number Ones: “Hell and High Water,” “Don’t Go To Strangers,” and “Darlene.” Other big hits include “I Tell It Like It Used To Be,” “I Wish I Could Hurt That Way Again,” “Last Resort” and “If You Could Only See Me Now.” T. Graham Brown returns to The Starlite Theatre October 19-20-21 with Linda Davis.

The Starlite Theatre is proud to bring these original artists to Branson’s premier live entertainment destination! Watch for upcoming emails about the return of “A Christmas Snow-Live!” starring Muse Watson (Mike Franks on NCIS), The Texas Tenors Christmas, Joey and Rory’s Farmhouse Christmas (as seen on RFD-TV) and The Bellamy Brothers Tropical Christmas. For tickets and information visit www.starlitetheatre.com or call the box office 866-991-8445.

Branson, MO – Branson’s IMAX Entertainment Complex will kick off “Think Pink”, a fundraiser and series of events in conjunction with the Breast Cancer Foundation of the Ozarks (BCFO), on Saturday, October 20th, 2012 at 12:00 p.m.

“October is National Breast Cancer Awareness Month and in addition to awareness, IMAX wanted to help raise funds that would directly benefit breast cancer survivors of the Ozarks. We’re inviting everyone out to the Complex for a special ‘Pink Ribbon Cutting’ at noon on Saturday,” says Tom Forster, Director of Marketing for Branson’s IMAX Entertainment Complex. “We’ll be debuting our ‘Think Pink – Discounts for Donations’ fundraiser card and be making a few special announcements about an exciting partnership with BCFO.”

Starting on Saturday, visitors of the IMAX Complex will be able to make a $2 donation to BCFO in return for a pink BCFO bracelet and a “Think Pink – Discounts for Donations” fundraiser card allowing the bearer numerous discounts throughout the IMAX Complex and other Branson businesses through November 4th.

The “Think Pink – Discounts for Donations” fundraiser card will include the following discounts:

15% Off Food at:
• McFarlain’s Family Restaurant
• The IMAX Food Court
• Montana Mike’s Steakhouse, 76 & 248 locations
• Florentina’s Ristorante Italiano

15% Off Shopping inside the IMAX Complex at:
• Legacy & Legend Gifts
• The Shadow Box
• Fabulous Finds Jewelry
• Ozark Mountain Clock Shop

Free Small Popcorn with the Purchase of a Drink at:
• The IMAX Concessions
• Branson Meadows Concessions

Buy ONE, Get ONE 1/2 Price on:
• Giant Screen IMAX Adventures
• Live Shows in the Little Opry Theatre

“BCFO is excited to partner with IMAX to reduce the burden of breast cancer on families in the Ozarks,” says Crystal Webster, Executive Director of the Breast Cancer Foundation of the Ozarks. “The proceeds raised will stay in Stone and Taney county to pay household bills for those in treatment for breast cancer and to provide free screening mammograms for the uninsured.”

Breast Cancer Foundation of the Ozarks is a local 501(c) 3 not-for-profit. BCFO is an organization of people reaching out to friends and neighbors who have been affected by breast cancer. BCFO offers personal support and comfort in real and practical ways. For more information regarding BCFO please contact (417) 862-3838 or online at www.bcfo.org.

For more information about Branson’s IMAX Entertainment Complex go online to www.bransonimax.com, for more information about Branson IMAX Events, visit IMAX’s Facebook Events Page!

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Purchase an adult ticket to any Starlite Theatre show and receive a Tanger Club One-Day Shopping
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3115 W Hwy 76 Branson, MO 65616
866-991-8445
www.starlitetheatre.com

Branson Country USA with Special Guest Kathy Eckhert – October 12, 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

Branson, MO ~ Award-winning actor Muse Watson, also known as “Mike Franks” to his thousands of fans, will take the stage at the Starlite Theatre on November 5th to perform an all-inspiring rendition of The Battle Hymn of the Republic, accompanied by the Jerry Ford Big Band Orchestra. As part of the citywide Veterans Day celebrations, the Starlite Theatre will host the USO-canteen-style show, produced by Brenda Meadows, an Army veteran who toured Vietnam in 1968 as an USO performer, and sponsored by Branson Veterans Task Force. Watson will join an all-star lineup in Vets for Vets that will feature many of Branson’s top performers, including Jeanna Kilbane, Army veteran Eddie Stovall and The Platters, award-winning pianist Dino , special guest Eddie Beesley, who lost his legs in 1965 while serving in Chu Lai, Vietnam and many more. Watson’s two brothers served in the Air Force.

This is Watson’s second-year to be in Branson during Veterans week. Last year, Watson spoke at the unveiling ceremony for The Traveling Vietnam Veterans Memorial Wall at The Welk Theatre and dedicated an American flag to the Branson Veteran’s Task Force. Watson will again be riding alongside Branson Veteran’s Task Force Chairman Ernie Bradley in the 79th annual Veterans Day Parade.

“I can’t think of a better way to celebrate Veterans’ week than with the men and women whose sacrifices make it possible for the rest of us to have the freedom to live our lives….. states Watson ——- ”

Vets for Vets producer Brenda Meadows remembers how important these shows were to men and women during active duty.

“Muse has two brothers who served in Vietnam, so he knows how important entertainment from “home” was to them”, states Meadows. “We are so excited about Muse joining us. He’s so talented vocally as well as has a great deal of heart and gratitude for those who served in the U.S. military. We have adopted him as an honorary vet!”

Vets for Vets is free to veterans and immediate family members.
@ The Starlite Theatre on November 5th, 5-7:15pm. For more information call 866-991-1982

Watson will open his second-year engagement at the Starlite Theatre, starring in A Christmas Snow LIVE November 1st through December 8th.

About Muse Watson: Equally comfortable on the theater stage as he is in front of the camera, Muse Watson first gained notice with several strong performances on stage that helped pave the way for a feature film and television career. His diverse roles in Sommersby, Something to Talk About, Assassins, & Rosewood brought him mainstream recognition but it was the villainous “Ben Willis” in the trendy thriller I Know What You Did Last Summer films and From Dusk Till Dawn 2 that propelled him in the limelight as a chameleonic actor. He made equally impressionable appearances in Austin Powers: The Spy Who Shagged Me and Sundance Film-Festival award-winner Songcatcher, challenging himself by playing unique characters. He co-starred with Samuel L. Jackson in the recently released Meeting Evil and in the soon to be released horror film, Compound Fracture, that stars three of that genre’s most iconic characters, Watson (Ben Willis in I Know What You Did Last Summer), Tyler Mane (Michael Myers in Rob Zombie’s Halloween), Derek Mears (Jason Vorhees in Friday the 13th).

Transitioning to the small screen, Watson delivered stellar performances in several made-for-television movies including Blind Vengeance and Justice in a Small Town; and the television series, American Gothic, The Young Indiana Jones Chronicles, Matlock, The Lazarus Man, JAG, Walker Texas Ranger, Ghost Whisperer, CSI, and The Mentalist. Going on to land his most notorious TV roles as “Mike Franks” in the award winning drama NCIS and Charles Westmoreland in the Emmy & Golden Globes nominated & People’s Choice Awards – winner Prison Break. www.MuseWatson.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