Branson Missouri News & Info : Presleys' Country Jubilee

Celebrate the Holiday Season with an Ozark Mountain Christmas

Ashley — Tue, 30 Oct 2007 15:11:00 GMT

Do you find yourself asking, "Whatever happened to a traditional family Christmas?" Come to Branson, Missouri, and celebrate the true meaning of the Christmas season. Nationally recognized by newspapers and travel associations as one of the top Christmas destinations in the nation, America's Live Entertainment Capital is all aglow in the spirit of the season. It all begins on November 1! With lots of star-filled Christmas shows, the famous 76 Strip and a glittering array of animated lighting displays...(read more)

The Shepherd of the Hills has lured visitors for over 100 years

Ashley — Tue, 04 Sep 2007 19:34:00 GMT

Twilight settles over the mountains. Whippoorwills serenade the end of day. Theatergoers settle into their seats for an under-the-stars production of the timeless tale The Shepherd of the Hills. Mother Nature helps set the stage for what is billed as the world's longest-running outdoor drama. On a set the size of a football field, visitors see knockdown, drag-out fights, a blazing fire, a shootout, a mirthful hoedown (in which audience members are invited to participate) and mystery, love and drama...(read more)

Getaway for Labor Day in Branson, MO

Ashley — Tue, 28 Aug 2007 17:03:00 GMT

An escape to Branson, Missouri is the perfect way to celebrate the Labor Day holiday. With many Branson shows and Branson attractions at your fingertips, you’ll have little worries when it comes to what you’ll do in Branson. There are also several great outdoor activities in Branson that are still available due to the seasonably warm weather Branson has in September. The Dixie Stampede is a family favorite and is a must see for anyone with an eye for showmanship and a...(read more)

Summer Sizzles in Branson

Ashley — Tue, 03 Jul 2007 18:00:00 GMT

Branson, Missouri is the perfect place to escape to for summer fun. This live entertainment capital is known for its great shows, but there are plenty of things to do in Branson, Missouri! The summer only adds to these great opportunities, because visitors can take advantage of the wonderful outdoor recreation found in the beautiful Ozarks. Many families, couples and retirees travel to Branson each summer for a vacation that includes a little bit of everything. Branson’s...(read more)

Branson's Shepherd of the Hills celebrates Centennial

Ashley — Wed, 27 Jun 2007 21:25:00 GMT

The Shepherd of the Hills Historic Homestead and Old Mill Theatre in Branson will celebrate the centennial anniversary of the 1907 publication of the literary phenomenon, Harold Bell Wright’s, “The Shepherd of the Hills,” on July 6-8, 2007. The three day celebration, that is open to the public, will be attended by a host a dignitaries including Missouri’s lieutenant governor. A search is on for the thousands of cast members who have been in the outdoor drama over the past 48 years so that they may...(read more)

Doug Gabriel Joins the Branson Brothers

Ashley — Fri, 04 May 2007 18:54:00 GMT

The Branson Brothers Show has announced some new and exciting additions to their cast for the 2007 season. The phenomenal Doug Gabriel has joined the show, and two longtime Branson comedians will keep the audience in tears this year. The Branson Brothers said Gabriel, a 7 time male vocalist of the year winner, brings to the stage his awesome voice and energetic showmanship. Dog Gabriel has had the number one morning show in Branson for years. He will continue to perform...(read more)

The Presleys Celebrate 40 years in Branson

Ashley — Wed, 02 May 2007 22:13:00 GMT

Presleys’ Country Jubilee celebrates its 40th birthday in the Live Music Capital with an action-packed lineup for fans both old and new. This season in Branson, Presleys’ is hosting a year long show celebration full of all-time country favorites, hot country hits, southern gospel quartet, and hilarious comedy. After four decades in the first theater on the Branson Strip, and numerous awards, and accolades by national media, the show remains loyal to its country music and comedy roots. The show stars...(read more)

Branson Entertainment hits a High Note

Ashley — Wed, 11 Apr 2007 16:13:00 GMT

If there is an afterlife for country music singers, it must look something like this: a spacious auditorium, climate-controlled and spotless. Each of its upholstered seats has an unimpeded view of the stage, which is wide and deep enough for a singer and a full complement of musicians, as well as two statuesque backup singers in spangled gowns, and a white-lacquered piano. The country music singer -- in this case, Mickey Gilley -- is equally refined, in glossy cowboy boots and a suit discreetly studded...(read more)

Branson unveils biggest Christmas Celebration Ever!

Ashley — Mon, 23 Oct 2006 18:59:00 GMT

Branson, Missouri just keeps growing. Already recognized by national publications and travel associations as a premier place to celebrate the Christmas holidays, America’s hometown entertainment capital is aglow with the spirit of the season, unveiling its biggest Christmas ever. The World’s Largest Titanic Museum Attraction, the trendy Branson Landing shopping-and-dining waterfront destination, Dick Clark’s American Bandstand Theater, the Music of Mannheim Steamroller and more will celebrate...(read more)

The Branson Jubilee Returns

Ashley — Fri, 01 Sep 2006 17:49:00 GMT

Branson Jubilee, the family-friendly television series which is bringing variety back to television, will begin airing on KOZK Saturday, August 19th at 6 PM. It will also premier on KOZJ in Joplin, Missouri at the same time. It has been running on Northern Missouri’s KMOS station since July 8th. The series airs on PBS Nationally and is currently carried by over 100 stations from Alaska to Florida. Debra Lowther, Executive Producer, said, “We are extremely enthused by the...(read more)

The Ozarks are alive with Music

Ashley — Fri, 25 Aug 2006 18:58:00 GMT

The low buzz of conversations surrounds theater patrons who are settling into cushioned seats. Softened musical scores float above the whispers into the audience. Lights dim, curtain up, it’s show time at the Mansion America Theater in Branson, Mo. The cast for The Promise bounds onto the stage.Broadway— and a little bit of every other musical style— has come to the Ozarks. Fans of country, rock, blues, folk, Broadway and classical music have something to enjoy here, almost year-round. Makes sense,...(read more)

Family Fun in Branson, Missouri

Ashley — Thu, 06 Jul 2006 20:30:00 GMT

Whether searching through a cave, diving into the water at a water park or sinking a line and fishing hook, Branson provides the ideal spot for a fun-filled family vacation. More than ever, families are selecting Branson as their vacation destination for much the same reason seven million others do—Branson provides a unique combination of exciting shows, attractions and shopping areas along with natural features such as lakes, caves and nature trails. And, while summer is the time...(read more)

Branson Offers Cross-Generational Fun

Ashley — Wed, 08 Mar 2006 00:13:00 GMT

Families searching for a summer vacation destination can find world-class live entertainment, international award-winning theme parks, lake recreation and outlet shopping all within a day’s drive of one third of the country’s population. Branson, Missouri, is a top 20 overnight family vacation destination where hospitality, tradition and time-honored family values are observed 365 days a year. Branson is a great place for families to visit because it’s a place where families produce many of the...(read more)

Holiday Spirit Alive in Branson

Ashley — Sun, 02 Oct 2005 19:33:00 GMT

Holiday cheer and world-class live entertainment combine for an unforgettable 2005 Ozark Mountain Christmas season in Branson, Missouri. Recognized recently as a Top 100 Event in North America by a leading travel industry organization, Ozark Mountain Christmas, celebrated Nov. 1 through Jan. 1, 2006, transforms America’s live entertainment capital into a holiday oasis for the entire family. Visitors to Branson can enjoy Christmas-themed, star-studded production shows, millions of holiday lights,...(read more)

Branson's Variety Keeps Visitors Coming Back

Ashley — Wed, 14 Jul 2004 22:04:00 GMT

Seven million tourists visit Branson each year, making this tiny town in the Ozarks (population 6,500) one of the top 20 overnight leisure destinations in the country. Just as astounding as Branson's ability to attract so many people is its success in bringing them back: 80 percent of Branson's guests are repeat visitors. So what's the big draw? While Branson does have theme parks and outlet malls, a whopping 86 percent of visitors say their No. 1 vacation activity here is seeing a live show. ...(read more)