Yakov and Al Roker visit about Branson!

Yakov appears on the Today Show with Al Roker!

Dino's Christmas Show

Dino's Christmas Show will appear at Yakov's Theatre beginning November 2 and run through December 12.

"Party with The Stars" Saturday, October 3, 2009

Branson Community Celebrates 50 Years of Live Music Shows

Branson, MO – (Friday, September 18, 2009) – Saturday, October 3, 2009, will be the night to “Party with The Stars”. The party begins at 9:00pm at the Chateau on the Lake Resort. The League of Branson Theatre Owners & Show Producers (The Branson Show League) and Branson.com invite the public and everyone who lives and/or works in Taney or Stone County to join us as we “Celebrate 50 Years of Live Music Shows”…and the people who made it all possible!

Jeanie Horton, Legends In Concert General Manager and President of the Branson Show League said, “This is a party for all of us…from the show that started it all to the housekeeping staff that makes sure our visitors have a comfortable stay. It’s more than just celebrating 50 years of shows; it’s about celebrating the people who really make Branson what it is.” For complete details go to www.PartyWithTheStars.com.

Cindy Merry, Marketing Team Chair for the Branson Show League said, “We’re inviting everyone who has worked to keep the hospitality and rich traditions of Ozark Mountain Country thriving and who’ve made Branson, Missouri the ‘Live Music Show Capital of the World’ to join us for a night of fun. This is your night to shine.”

Party events include live band, hors d’oeuvres, red carpet event hosted by Branson’s own Joan Rivers (aka Terry Sanders), silent auction, wall of fame, special presentations, appearances from Branson favorites, cash beverage bar, and games including Branson-style Karaoke, Dance Contest, Guitar Hero competitions, and more. “We’re all planning on kicking back and enjoying a party where we can have fun with each other. We’ve got a live band and a dance floor, so plan on kicking up your heels,” says Michael Horn, Circle B Show and Branson Show League board member.

Jim Barber, Hamner Barber Theatre and Branson Show League board member adds, “We really want to say how great it is that Branson.com stepped up as a sponsor of this event. They really understand how important our community is to the success of the tourism industry and what a milestone it has been for Branson to have presented live music shows for over 50 years!”

Dawn Easton, God and Country Theater, adds, “Everyone attending the party will get a chance to do the red carpet walk, so come prepare to have your picture taken, be on video, and hobnob with your fellow stars.”

In order to cover the costs for the party there will be an admission price. For those living and/or working in Taney or Stone County a party ticket is $15 at the door. HOWEVER you can purchase your tickets now from Branson.com for only $9.95 per person. (General admission is $29.99). With your ticket you’ll receive a special Party with The Stars Souvenir Book along with a great evening of Ozarks fun! Purchase your tickets by going to http://www.PartyWithTheStars.com

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About The League of Branson Theatre Owners and Show Producers (The Branson Show League)The Branson Show League works to increase the success and well-being of the theatrical industry in the “Live Music Show Capital of the World”, Branson, Missouri. With over 100 live shows featuring music, comedy, magic, dancing, acrobats, theatrical plays, and more, the diversity and variety of choices of live shows make Branson a unique and fun-filled family vacation destination. The Branson Show League strives to increase interest in Branson shows and show attendance, increase profitability for the Branson show community, and to promote communications between shows, as well as throughout the Branson community.

Go to http://www.PartyWithTheStars.com

The League of Branson Theatre Owners & Show Producers Announce 3rd Annual "Spotlight On Vendors" Trade Show

Branson, MO – (Friday, September 4, 2009) – Decision makers from Branson’s tourism industry will want to attend The League of Branson Theatre Owners and Show Producers’ (The Branson Show League) 3rd Annual Business Trade Show on Tuesday, September 15, 2009, from 10:00am to 5:00pm at the Chateau on the Lake Resort and Conference Center in Branson, Missouri. The annual “Spotlight On Vendors” Trade Show features services, products, and goods that are vital to the theater industry, as well as to the entire tourism focused community.

This business trade show is a great opportunity to review a wide range of products. Exhibitors, from small to large companies, are participating. Branson.com and Branson Tourism Center are signature sponsors of The Branson Show League Vendor Fair. Over 50 booths provide an eclectic mix of services and products.

Participating vendors currently include:
•Branson Tourism Center •Branson.com •Mountain Valley Water •Branson/Lakes Area Chamber •CenturyTel •DermaHealth Laser & Skin Care Clinic •TravelHost •Ticketmaster •Selby Publishing Company •Phil Erb Concessions •KOAM-TV Joplin •Creative Printing & Design •Springfield Grocer •Associated Industries of Missouri (AIM and Financial Associates) •Branson Vacation Magazine •KHOZ Radio •Springfield Blueprint & Nimlok Exhibits •The Vacation Channel •A&J Printing •The UPS Store - Branson •Springfield NewsLeader •PepsiAmericas •Branson TV & On Media •NUVOX •Showtime Catering •Direct To You DAZZLEWEAR •Dale Nelson Trading Co. •Native Signs •VIP Book/Graphix Café •Branson Tri-Lakes News •Sunny Day Guide •National Audio Company •ProAudio.com •D.L. Media •DeLong Plumbing, Heating & Air Conditioning •Hillyard-Branson •Branson ETC •DaZZee Intergrations •Bott Radio Network •Blue Water Designs •Table Rock Lake Area Chamber •Harrison Daily Times •Digital Medium •The Branson Show League •Jack’s Shoe Repair •Insight Solutions •Bright Commercial Lighting •Ozark Mountain Newspapers •Digital LunchBox •Service Master Restoration & Construction •North American Property Maintenance, LLC

The quality and variety of Branson’s live music shows and family entertainment productions bring tens of thousands of new and repeat visitors to Branson each year, pumping big money into the local economy. As member theatres celebrate their more than 50 years of success, those businesses working with the show industry know first hand the partnerships necessary for the local economy to thrive and the buying power the show industry represents.

Buyers from tourism related business are invited to attend this one day event. Please pre-register by sending an e-mail with your name, company you represent, and your position to Director@ShowsInBranson.com.
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About The League of Branson Theatre Owners and Show Producers (The Branson Show League)
The Branson Show League works to increase the success and well-being of the theatrical industry in the “Live Music Show Capital of the World”, Branson, Missouri. With over 100 live shows featuring music, comedy, magic, dancing, acrobats, theatrical plays, and more, the diversity and variety of choices of live shows make Branson a unique and fun-filled family vacation destination. The Branson Show League strives to increase interest in Branson shows and show attendance, increase profitability for the Branson show community, and to promote communications between shows, as well as throughout the Branson community.

Branson MO: Shoji Tabuchi Theatre's Restrooms Voted Nation's

Branson, Missouri Theatre Wins 8th Annual CINTAS contest

CINCINNATI, OH – The finest restrooms in America are in the Shoji Tabuchi Theatre in Branson, Missouri - says the Internet public who cast online ballots in the 8th annual “America’s Best Restroom” contest presented by Cincinnati-based Cintas Corporation (Nasdaq: CTAS), a leading provider of restroom hygiene products and services. CLICK HERE to download high-resolution images of the winner. For pictures click here: http://www.bestrestroom.com

The 2009 contest attracted nominations from a wide cross-section of businesses, including restaurants, hotels and several theatres. Ten finalists were selected based on exceptional hygiene, style and open access to the public.

“This contest is meant to be fun, but there’s also an important message, which is that restroom hygiene matters - for good health and good business," said Cintas Senior Marketing Manager Keith Hartman. "Cintas is proud to honor the Shoji Tabuchi Theatre, and we congratulate all of our participants this year."

Tens of thousands of votes were cast at the program’s web site, which produced the following results:

1. The Shoji Tabuchi Theater, Branson, Missouri (Click Here)
2. The Tremont Plaza Hotel, Baltimore, MD (Click Here)
3. Radio City Music Hall, New York, NY (Click Here)
4. Zeffirino Ristorante, Las Vegas, NV (Click Here)
5. The Drake Hotel, Chicago, Illinois (Click Here)

Among the remaining finalists, those placing in sixth through tenth place are as follows: Macy’s – Union Square in San Francisco, California; The Tampa Theatre in Tampa, Florida; NOVA 535 in St. Petersburg, Florida; The Fox Theatre in Detroit, Michigan and Canlis Restaurant in Seattle, Washington.

The Shoji Tabuchi Theatre received the coveted “America’s Best Restroom” plaque of recognition from Cintas during a special presentation today, and secured its place in the “America’s Best Restroom Hall of Fame” found at www.bestrestroom.com.

“We believe these restrooms are the most elaborate and ornate anywhere,” says Theatre Manager Michael J. Frederick. “Each restroom represents 1,800 square feet of deliberate, one-of-a-kind elegance.”

The Cintas Corporation created the Best Restroom Award in 2001 to honor businesses across the country that maintain exceptional hygiene, with style, in their public restrooms. Previous winners have included restrooms at Notre Dame University; The Grand Casino in Biloxi, Mississippi; Kohler Art Center in Sheboygan, Wisconsin; the Fort Smith, Arkansas Airport; Wendell’s Restaurant in Westerville, Ohio; Jungle Jim’s International Market in Fairfield, Ohio and, in 2008, The Hermitage Hotel in Nashville, Tennessee.

For more information about the Cintas Best Restroom Award VIII and the ten finalists, contact the Survey Editor, David Brandt, at 757-404-2032.

About Cintas Corporation
Headquartered in Cincinnati, Cintas Corporation provides highly specialized services to businesses of all types, predominantly in the United States and Canada. Cintas designs, manufactures and implements corporate identity uniform programs, and provides entrance mats, restroom supplies, promotional products, first aid and safety products, fire protection services and document management services for approximately 800,000 businesses. Cintas is a publicly held company traded over the Nasdaq Global Select Market under the symbol CTAS, and is a Nasdaq-100 company and component of the Standard & Poor's 500 Index. Fortune Magazine has consistently listed Cintas as a "Most Admired Company" in its annual survey for the past nine consecutive years.

Dashing to the shows in Branson Missouri

By Dale Richter
Post-Bulletin, Rochester MN

Last fall, a group from Eastwood's New Horizons Club journeyed to Branson, Mo., the live entertainment capital of the world.

There are 52 state-of-the-art theaters with more than 100 different shows appealing to all ages, with music from nearly every era and style performed by rising young entertainers and legendary stars.

Beginning the first week of November, when we were there, and running through Christmas, the shows devote at least half of each performance to holiday-themed music, sets, costumes and production numbers.

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About the writer
Dale Richter is retired from Mayo Clinic.
Getting there: By motorcoach.
Where he stayed: Radisson Hotel in Branson.
Where to eat: Landry's Seafood House, Tony Z's Italian Restaurant, College of the Ozarks Keeter Central Restaurant, Andy Williams' Moon River Grill, and Hard Luck Cafe.
Travel tip: The dress is very casual.

Neal McCoy in Branson: Enjoying the small stage

By Joshua Clark
Staff Writer

Neal McCoy loves to have fun, and more importantly, he likes his audiences to have fun. Now that he is performing in Branson again, he gets to have a different type of fun.

“When we play festivals and fairs, places like that, it is high intensity, high energy,” McCoy said. “Here, we keep the energy level high, but I get to sing again and do some music we don’t normally get to do.”

There are several differences between McCoy’s regular concerts and his Branson show. He brought in a new band for his tenure in Branson.

“I brought this group in so we could do ‘Fly Me to the Moon’ and ‘Straighten Up and Fly Right,’” McCoy said. “People in town appreciate the variety. Plus, playing festivals and other places, we don’t get to do that a lot.”

Another thing McCoy doesn’t have is a set list.

“You will never see the same show twice because I have never done the same show twice,” McCoy said.
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