Those trying to break into the Branson entertainment scene just might want to go to the mall, the Branson Mall that is. Branson Mall, the “do it all” mall and the only all indoor, climate controlled mall in Branson, will be hosting the Branson Mallstar Talent Competition starting on Saturday July 16, 2005 beginning at 2 p.m. on its Center Stage.
Mallstar will provide contestants an opportunity to be seen on stage in Branson while competing for a Grand Prize of $2,500. In addition other prizes will be awarded at each competition such as radio and stage appearances and prize packages from various mall merchants.
Except for September, the twice monthly progressive competition will be held through Dec.17 when the Grand Prize of $2,500 will be awarded. Future dates for Mallstar competitions are July 23, Aug. 20 and 27, Oct. 22 and 29 and Nov. 19 and 26.
“Performers of all ages and types, groups and solos, are encouraged to participate using either their own CD background music and/or instruments such as guitar, fiddle and keyboard (no drums). Enrollment is being accepted by fax and in the mall. Forms may be picked up at Radio Shack or Bath Junkie. For complete entry information call 417-337-8964.
Dr. Dale Smith, founder of the non-profit American Kids Inc., will host the competition that has been developed by officials with American Kids and the Branson Mall as a benefit for the group’s scholarship program. American Kids Inc. is the nation’s only little league of entertainers with a two-decade history of successful talent competitions across the country.”
Originally Published In the Branson Courier on July 7, 2005.
