Branson Missouri News & Info : Kirby VanBurch

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)

Branson's Kirby VanBurch is Amazing Magician

Ashley — Thu, 18 Oct 2007 20:28:00 GMT

The Kirby VanBurch show in Branson, Missouri combines family fun, great illusions and beautiful animals for an all-around unique family show. Recently, I went to see Kirby VanBurch perform his popular magic show at the Kirby VanBurch Theater and was genuinely impressed by the magic tricks performed. The show jumped right into the action, with the tricks starting the minute the lights went down. Kirby began with illusions centered on making things disappear. Everything...(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)

Magician Kirby VanBurch receives Merlin Award

Ashley — Wed, 28 Mar 2007 15:46:00 GMT

Bambi VanBurch is awarded the coveted Merlin Award as Female Magician of the Year 2007 and Kirby VanBurch is awarded the coveted Merlin Award as The Entertainer of the Year 2007 by the International Magicians Society, the Largest Magic Organization in the World, as recorded in the Guinness World Records, with over 37,000 members worldwide. Bambi and Kirby VanBurch join previous winners Penn and Teller, David Copperfield, Siegfried & Roy, Doug Henning, and Harry Blackstone as recipients of the...(read more)

Branson Shows Honored by 417 Magazine

Ashley — Fri, 02 Mar 2007 17:44:00 GMT

417 Magazine, a magazine centered on covering the arts, events, dining, entertainment, home and anything related to quality of life in Springfield and Branson, Missouri, recently announced it’s “Best of 417.” The “Best of 417” awards the top restaurants, shops, shows and more and are voted on by those who call 417-land home. Kirby VanBurch won the Best Branson Show honor. His show features Kirbam the white tiger and other exotic animals such as a lion. The two runners-up...(read more)

Places to Stay in Branson, MO

Ashley — Wed, 09 Aug 2006 16:12:00 GMT

The natural beauty of Branson, Missouri is one of the top reasons visitors come here each year. The rolling hills of the Ozark Mountains combined with the rich valleys and three wonderful lakes the area provides is an attractive quality in any vacation destination. Branson is able to blend these natural elements with some of the best shows, shopping and attractions you’ll find anywhere! Of course, when you visit Branson for shows like Shoji Tabuchi, Kirby VanBurch, Pierce Arrow...(read more)

Things To Do In Branson

Ashley — Tue, 25 Jul 2006 17:06:00 GMT

Branson, Missouri is a wonderful destination in the scenic Ozark Mountain area. It provides the relaxing, peaceful setting of rolling hills and beautiful lakes in the midst of great entertainment, shopping and dining. The atmosphere and small town charm of Branson is also a part of the appeal. When you combine all that Branson has to offer, it’s easy to see why it’s a top rated vacation destination. While visiting the area, guests are always impressed by all the...(read more)

Lion Cub New Addition to Kirby VanBurch Show

Ashley — Wed, 19 Jul 2006 14:54:00 GMT

Merlin the Magnificent won’t be wowing the crowds at Kirby VanBurch Theater in Branson anytime soon, but the 20-pound bundle of fur is quickly winning the hearts of his rescuers. The theater acquired the lion cub two weeks ago from the recently closed Exotic Animal Paradise in Springfield. “He’s like a big puppy,” said Chisai Childs, spokeswoman for the theater. “You can tell he’s going to be huge with those big paws.” Merlin won’t actively participate in the show...(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)