By GARY J. GROMAN
a.k.a. The Ole Seagull
Branson, Missouri offers a variety of entertainment that is just about unequalled at any other destination city in the world, but its 100 plus live shows are its entertainment heart beat. During 2009 Branson will be celebrating over 50 years of live music and entertainment shows.
The celebration got under way when the “Hot Winter Fun” shows” started their 2009 performances. However, “Branson’s 15th Annual Hot Winter Fun Big Show,” (Big Show) will really kick the celebration into gear when some of Branson’s best performers come together in a one of kind show. The fun and excitement will begin at 7:00 p.m. on Monday, February 9, 2009 at the Jim Stafford Theatre.
The Big Show is sponsored the “The League of Branson Theatre Owners & Show Producers” (the League) and is made possible because all the performers donate their time and the show gets great support from the community. Jeannie Horton, the Operations Manager for the Legends In Concert and President of the League points out that the proceeds of the show will all go to help market the Hot Winter Fun and the Branson area.
The Big Show is one of the most unique shows of the year because it provides the audience with the opportunity to see starts and performers from a number of different Branson shows in one action packed evening of entertainment. The Emcee of the Big Show will be Bob Leftridge of the Balknobbers.
Scheduled to perform are Jim Stafford, Legends in Concert, Baldknobbers, Comedy Jamboree, Roy Rogers, Jr. and The High Riders, Tony Roi’s Elvis Experience, Riders of the Circle B, Hamner Barber Variety Show, New’s Country, Grand Jubilee, Magnificent Variety Show, Cassandre’ The Voice Of An Angel, Keith "Red" Allen, 50’s At The Hop, and Red Hot & Blue.
The schedule is subject to change.
For further information on the Big Show, to purchase tickets, or for assistance with any Branson travel needs please contact Branson Tourism Center on line or by phone at 800-785-1550. Tickets may also be purchased directed through the Jim Stafford Theatre.
