Branson Missouri News & Info : Darren Romeo "The Voice of Magic"

Taylor Hicks in Branson

Ashley — Fri, 06 Jul 2007 22:11:00 GMT

The 2006 American Idol, Taylor Hicks, is coming to Branson’s Welk Resort Theatre for one concert on Monday, July 30 at 8 p.m. Hicks charmed America with his soulful voice and rousing delivery of songs such as "Takin' It to the Streets,” to win the title of the fifth-season American Idol. The 29-year-old with salt-and-pepper hair and a legion of fans dubbed the “Soul Patrol” captured the hearts of more than 63.4 million people who voted him the 2006 American Idol. Hicks’ debut single,...(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)

Gatlin Brothers and Pam Tillis announce 2006 Schedule

Ashley — Sat, 07 Jan 2006 16:42:00 GMT

Country music superstar Pam Tillis will perform in April and May at the Welk Resort Theatre and will share the stage with Larry Gatlin & The Gatlin Brothers in September and October 2006. “We’re pleased to present Pam Tillis in our Spring 2006 entertainment schedule along with Darren Romeo and our special event/concert series artists including B.B. King, Ray Price and additional artists which we’ll announce soon,” said Joe Sullivan, Executive Producer of Welk-Sullivan Productions. “The pairing...(read more)

Darren Romeo and Jeff Gordon team up for Grand Illusion

Ashley — Tue, 15 Nov 2005 23:01:00 GMT

Jeff Gordon’s #24 DuPont car made a surprise appearance this morning in Branson with entertainer Darren Romeo. Gordon, one of the best known NASCAR drivers and his famous #24 DuPont car will be virtually appearing and disappearing at the Welk Resort Theatre in Branson next year. A new alliance between Gordon, Darren Romeo and Welk-Sullivan Productions will introduce Branson and Siegfried & Roy present Darren Romeo, the Voice of Magic to a vast, loyal NASCAR fan base (see separate Jeff Gordon...(read more)

Traveling Wall Display, Special Ceremonies for Vets scheduled at Welk Resort

Ashley — Wed, 12 Oct 2005 14:38:00 GMT

The traveling Vietnam Veterans Memorial Wall will be on display at the Welk Resort & Theatre from November 4 to 11 during Branson Veterans Homecoming Week 2005. The outdoor half-size replica display of the famous Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Washington D.C. will be open to the public daily from 8:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. This year’s Traveling Wall Opening Ceremony will be at 10:30 a.m. on Friday, November 4. Larry Gatlin & The Gatlin Brothers, The Lennon Sisters, Darren Romeo, Andrea Brett...(read more)

Darren Romeo Receives Outstanding Achievement Honor

Ashley — Wed, 11 Aug 2004 21:24:00 GMT

Darren Romeo was honored for his exceptional contributions to magic and performance by The Society of American Magicians (S.A.M.) on Wednesday evening at the Welk Resort Theatre in Branson. National President John Apperson presented a S.A.M. Presidential Citation for Outstanding Achievement to Darren Romeo, The Voice of Magic and protègè of Magicians of the Century Siegfried & Roy. The Society of American Magicians is the oldest and most prestigious magical society in the world. Founded on May...(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)