“Branson Gives BIG,” is an event to raise money for families who were recently devastated by tornados and floods in the Midwest. Produced by the management, staff and entertainers of the Branson Star Theatre, proceeds from the event will go directly to the Red Cross Disaster Relief Fund.

The fun begins on Saturday, July 26, 2008 at 11:00am with a parking lot party at the Branson Star Theatre. Activities include free outside entertainment, “Dollar Dogs,” vendors, inflatables, games and prizes.

At 3:00pm, the Branson Gives BIG Benefit Show will be held inside the theatre with an all-star cast featuring many of Branson’s top entertainers such as The Lennon Sisters, Jim Stafford, Gail Lennon, Jim Barber & Dave Hamner, The Hughes Brothers, Doug Gabriel, Delena Ditto, David Lomoscola, The Branson Divas, Red-Kneckers, and cast members of “Breaking Up Is Hard To Do.”

Tickets for the benefit show are $20.oo and can be purchased at the Branson Star Theatre box office at 417-334-7131 or online at ticketmaster.com.

Angela Walker, one of the event organizers commented, “Let’s face it; the people who have been affected by these floods in the Midwest are our neighbors and our customers. I have lived in Branson for over 20 years and have not seen such devastation as I have seen in the last few weeks. As a community, Branson is always willing to help in a crisis, and our neighbors need us now. I challenge everyone in Branson to show your neighbors what all of us here already know, BRANSON GIVES BIG!”

Additional information on the event can be found here.

Related Websites: Branson Star Theatre, American Red Cross

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Branson entertainers, Dave Hamner and Jim Barber will be among the panel of judges for the 2008 American Kids National Finals at the Baldknobber’s Theater in Branson, July 14 - 18.  Young entertainers from across the Midwest will compete for thousands of dollars in cash in prizes and the hopes of winning the title of Performer of the Year.

Founded 26 years ago by Dr. Dale Smith, the not-for-profit American Kids, Inc. has given thousands of talented kids from across the country performance opportunities that not only help them develop as performers, but as well rounded individuals.  Several alumni kids have gone on to forge successful careers in Branson, New York, and Nashville including Blake Shelton, Kristin Chenowith and Bryan White.

Other notable judges on the panel for the 2008 National Finals include Tyree McLyn, casting producer for “America’s Got Talent;” Jason Pritchett, 2007 “America’s Got Talent” finalist; Barbara Fairchild, Grammy nominated singer and performer; Jason Yeager, 2008 American Idol finalist; Casey Ellison and Cole Currier from the Pierce Arrow Show; Opera sensation, Merideth Mizell; Gary Paxton, Grammy winner song writer, and Louise Harrison, sister of Beatles George Harrison and developer of the Liverpool Legends.

On Tuesday, July 15th some of the national finalists will be showcased in a pre-show at the Hamner Barber Theater at approximately 7:10pm, with additional showcases at various other theaters throughout the week.

Related Websites: AmericanKids.com

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The April 2008 edition of 417 Magazine (Springfield, MO)includes a full-page feature story about BransonWebcast.com!

In her informative article The New Variety Show, freelance writer Jill Turner Finney interviewed the hosts regarding the technical aspects of creating their unique webcast and focuses on how they are bringing additional Branson exposure to a global audience.

It is a very positive and well written review that highlights the success of both Jim Barber and Dave Hamner and explains how they are able to maintain a very busy schedule of nightly performances, managing their own theater, and producing a weekly webcast show for the masses.

Visit the 417 Magazine website link below to subscribe or purchase an individual copy of the publication.

Related Websites: 417 Magazine Online, Digital Download Version of 417 Magazine

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As they begin their 5th successful season of the Hamner Barber Variety Show, Jim Barber and Dave Hamner announce the launch of their latest marketing project, BransonWebcast.com.  Together, Hamner and Barber will host an ongoing series of audio and video interviews featuring many outstanding Branson celebrities, movers and shakers, and “just plain folk.”  The webcast is produced in association with Branson.com with the first official interview to be released on New Years Day.

“We are excited to interview Bucky and AJ Heard as our first guests on the webcast,” stated Dave Hamner.  “Bucky is currently featured in a new production called “The Entertainers” at the Andy Williams theater and has been an outstanding Branson entertainer whose talents go far beyond his incredible singing abilities.”  Bucky’s wife AJ also discusses her career over the years as a dancer, singer and choreographer in some of Branson’s finest productions.  “AJ has an exciting announcement for folks who may not have seen her in awhile… actually, two exciting announcements,” added Jim Barber.

The show hosts look forward to many new additions to the webcast in the coming weeks, and will be scheduling interviews after the holidays subside.  Interested parties who would like to appear as guests are invited to contact the producers by visiting the BransonWebcast.com site.  “This has been an extremely busy year for us all,” stated Barber, “but we are very enthusiastic about adding this project to our schedule. It’s a refreshing way to promote Branson artists to a global audience in a way that print ads, tv spots or radio commercials just can’t do.
As each new episode is uploaded to their server, it will be archived in an easy to search database so that visitors far into the future have an opportunity to enjoy their favorite Branson celebrities, and meet many new undiscovered personalities in the Branson area.  The site will also feature occasional news articles and stories of interest to Branson visitors.  Visitors may subscribe to the webcasts by e-mail or via an RSS reader.  A commenting and rating system has also been implemented to give visitors a fun way to interact and share their thoughts about the interviews online.

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THIS EVENT IS OVER - TICKETS NO LONGER AVAILABLE

For the first time ever, show lovers from across America have an opportunity to view 10 of their favorite Branson shows for only $100.00! Sponsored by the League of Branson Theater Owners and Show Producers, the Springtastic Show Spree runs April 21st - April 27th, 2008. For more information, visit ShowsInBranson.com. If the groovy guy in the video looks familiar… you’re right. It’s our co-host Jim Barber!

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