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Experience the Keatings In Concert for Christian Action Ministries Benefit

BransonWebcast — Thu, 13 May 2010 19:04:47 +0000

The Keatings… A Father and Son Musical Experience, announce a very special show to benefit Christian Action Ministries, May 21, 2010, 3:00PM at the Hamner Barber Theater on Shepherd of the Hills Expressway.

The Keatings, came to Branson in 2009 and were immediately touched by the feeling of “community” they found here. In an effort to give back to the community that has made them feel so much a part of it, in such a short time, Ken and Josh are offering a FREE TICKET to their show on Friday, May 21st at 3:00PM to anyone who will bring a donation of canned goods to help supply the food pantry at Christian Action Ministries. Bring your friends, bring your family, bring your neighbors and a few canned goods for each ticket. Let’s make this a real “celebration of community;” helping CAM help those in need. All donations must be made at the theater. For details or to reserve great seats call the box office at Hamner Barber Theater, phone 417-334-4363.

The Keatings take audiences on a musical journey that spans numerous genres including pop, jazz, rock, country, opera, Broadway, standards, and even gospel. Audiences are captivated by the unique combination of powerful voices from a father and his 18 year old son. Recently, The Keatings performed on the Jerry Lewis MDA Telethon and in February, 2010 they made their debut appearance on a world-class Crystal Cruise Lines ship.

Ken Keating is an accomplished vocalist and pianist. Ken was one of the original winners of the Liberace scholarship for both the piano and voice categories in 1981. Ken has been performing since he was a teenager. By the age of 18, he was playing with his show band in lounges around the Las Vegas strip.

Ken has done extensive vocal work with critically acclaimed groups such as the William Hall Master Chorale, the Los Angeles Philharmonic, and the Boston Pops. He has performed in such places as the Hollywood Bowl and the Dorothy Chandler Pavilion, and has worked with celebrities such as Celine Dion, Carol Burnett and Hal Linden.

By the age of 11, was already performing on stage in Las Vegas and developing his craft. In 2005, at the age of 14, Josh auditioned alongside hundreds of other singers ranging in age from 14 to 28 for Andre Agassi’s Grand Slam to Stardom competition. After several rounds of auditions, performances, and eliminations, Josh was selected by a panel of celebrity judges as one of the three chosen singers to be sent to Malibu, CA to meet with Grammy Award winning producer, David Foster.

Josh was invited to perform as a special guest at a charity event in Las Vegas called “An Evening With Tony Bennett And The Stars”. Josh performed along with an array of stars and received a standing ovation started by Mr. Bennett himself.

Hear their music for yourself at ExperienceTheKeatings.com.

Branson Entertainers Raise Funds & Laughter with Branson Gong Show

BransonWebcast — Fri, 19 Feb 2010 17:10:45 +0000

Join Us for an evening of “Funds & Laughter”!

Mark Your Calendars for This Wednesday, February 24th at 6:49PM to attend the First Annual Branson Gong Show at the Legends In Concert Theatre in the Dick Clark’s American Bandstand Complex. Then get ready to laugh your head off while raising funds to help assist our area Senior Citizens who have difficulty getting around town on their own.

There’s never been a show like this in Branson before!

Several highly respected Branson entertainers are volunteering to raise funds for the Branson Senior Center’s Meals-On-Wheels program. Master of Ceremonies for the event is Jim Barber from the Hamner Barber Variety Show.

Celebrity Judges for the event are Jim’s co-star at the Hamner Barber Theater, the amazing Branson illlusionist Dave Hamner, one of the greatest impressionists in the world, Bob Anderson, the beautiful and multi-talented singer, Dalena Ditto, and the incredibly gifted banjo king, Buck Trent.

Under the direction of veteran TV producer Harry Waterson (“Golden Girls,” “Benson,” “Evis: Aloha From Hawaii”) the First Annual Branson Gong Show will feature a dazzling array of amazing and not-so-amazing (but great fun) family friendly acts from across the Ozarks. The performers will be competing for cash prizes and the chance to be the reigning Branson Gong Show Champion.

Tickets prices for adults: $10, kids: $5 and family: $25. There will be giveways and surprises during the show. Cash Prizes for the winning contestants are: 1st Place $500.17, 2nd Place $101 and 3rd Place: $49.99. This promises to be a terrific evening of fun and all for a great cause!

Bob Nichols

Branson Missouri — Mon, 06 Apr 2009 05:01:25 +0000

BransonWebcast Episode #52
Guest: Bob Nichols
“Please welcome the host of Country Tonite, Mr. Bob Nichols!”… That’s what you’ll hear if you are a guest at the Oak Ridge Boys Theatre in Branson. What you may not know is, that in addition to being a hilarious master of ceremonies and entertainer, Bob Nichols is also a business man, event producer, entrepreneur, fund raiser, and supportive husband and father. Bob pioneered the Branson morning show concept in 1991, and this year he and his wife Lana, along with co-producer Gary Bartlett, are presenting the 1st Annual Missouri Wine Festival on April 24-25, 2009 at the beautiful Chateau on the Lake.

Susan Martin

Branson Missouri — Mon, 19 May 2008 05:01:41 +0000

BransonWebcast Episode #17
Guest: Susan Martin

Mountain Country Homes of Hope is a nonprofit, ecumenical Christian ministry building simple, decent, affordable housing in partnership with people in need of adequate shelter.

Through her leadership, Executive Director Susan Martin has made it possible for hundreds of Branson area residents to improve their standard of living and break the cycle of poverty. To date, MCHH has built over 50 new homes for area families living in sub-standard or over-crowded housing.

In this fun and lively conversation, Susan not only shares her passion for helping families, but also reminisces about her career as a young singer in Las Vegas.

Related Websites: Mountain Country Homes of Hope