Branson Entertainment Network announces the launch of a brand new television production, The Circle B Variety Show.

The 30 minute live-to-tape show will feature members of the Horn family, the Riders of the Circle B and a special guest each week. It will be filled with songs, jokes and interviews similar to the old variety shows of the past.

“The show is about bringing wholesome entertainment back to television,” says Musical Director Michael Horn.

The Circle B Variety Show will be video recorded at the Circle B Theater just off the Branson 76 strip at 200 JoJess Parkway and is free to the public. Doors open at 10:30 am every Friday in May and the second two Fridays in June.

You can see The Circle B Variety Show on demand on several web-cast related Branson websites including www.bransonnetwork.com. The show will make its debut on May 13th with special guests Jim Barber and John and Sara Tweed.

More and more producers are flocking to the new world of online broadcasting due to the high cost of production and declining viewership of traditional television media. This show will bring a worldwide audience to Branson and show the travelers of the world why we are known as the Live Entertainment Capitol of the World.

For more information or to reserve your seat for the studio audience, please call the Circle B box office at (417) 336-1828 or 1-800-678-6179.

Related Branson Webcast Interview: Michel & Christi Horn

The Art of Ventriloquism Finding New Popularity

Widely referred to as the “Live Music Show Capital of the World,” the phenomenal vacation destination of Branson, Missouri is usually associated with the dozens of quaint theater venues around the town offering a wide variety of production shows featuring great music of every style.  Whether you prefer Country Western, Broadway, Jazz, Rock & Roll,  Motown, Native American, or even Celtic Rock… Branson has a diverse line-up of live entertainment that appeals to all ages and taste in music.

Among the diverse musical options in Branson, is another form of live entertainment that is experiencing a huge resurgence of popularity across the country… the ancient Art of Ventriloquism.

Branson is home to three of the Country’s most unique comedians who have not only perfected the vocal techniques of ventriloquism, but developed and honed their skills to a point where they have achieved wide recognition for their contributions to the craft. You won’t believe your ears or eyes when you experience the live comedy performances of all three… Jim Barber, Todd Oliver and Patty Davidson.

Ventriloquist – Jim Barber

Co-star of the Hamner Barber Variety Show, comedian and vocalist Jim Barber entertains Branson audiences nightly along with his partners,  award-winning illusionists, Dave and Denise Hamner.  Their popular variety show celebrates it’s 8th Season in 2011 at the Hamner Barber Theater on Shepherd of the Hills Expressway.  Jim is not only known for his original comedy routines and one-of-a-kind puppet characters, but his vocal abilities as a singer have earned him accolades as well.

His most famous act is titled “Barber & Seville” (Jim plays the part of the little Dummy) and has been featured on every major television network in programs hosted by David Letterman, Matt Lauer, Vicki Lawrence, Jerry Lewis and many others.  Other original characters include a hilarious baby in a bag and a singing Chihuahua dog named Chico Pete.  Jim’s trademark “Ventriloquist Karaoke” also brings unsuspecting members from the audience in on the act, which leaves everyone talking… and singing!

Jim first came to Branson in 1994 as the featured comedian in the Glen Campbell Goodtime Show and later went on to appear in other Branson production shows before developing his own show with The Hamners in 2004. He has performed in every State in the Nation for nearly 2000 colleges and universities as well as in over a dozen foreign countries for the USO.   He is also a popular act for corporate events and convention groups when not appearing in Branson.  The Hamner Barber Variety Show is a must-see for anyone who loves comedy, magic, music, dance, and especially great ventriloquism performed by a master of the craft.

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The Branson Lakes Area Chamber of Commerce and Convention & Visitors Bureau is hosting it’s annual Branson Business Expo on Tuesday, August 3rd from 9:00am to 5:00pm at the Chateau On The Lake Resort and Convention Center.

The Branson Area Business Expo is an excellent way for business owners to demonstrate their services while making new and lasting contacts.

Unlike expos in other areas, the Branson Area Business Expo affords business owners the opportunity to personally talk with visitors in their booths. Instead of collecting a stack of business cards… they will instead be building relationships.

With the challenging economic climate we all face today… these relationships turn into long-term and valuable business contacts!

Meet Business & Community Leaders in FREE “Ask Series”

A unique feature of the Branson Business Expo is the free “Ask Series” featuring local Branson area business and community leaders.  The informative question and answer sessions will be moderated by local entertainer and business owner Jim Barber.

“Ask Series” Schedule

10am-11am
“Ask the City of Branson”
Featuring Mayor Raeanne Presley, City Administrator Dean Kruithof and Economic Development Director Garrett Anderson. Attendees will have the opportunity to submit questions for the panel, and the moderator will direct the discussion.

11am-12pm
“Ask James Little”
“How to Get the Most Out of ExploreBranson.com for Your Business,” followed by a Q & A session on all things internet.  Hosted by James Little, Director of Web Services, Branson/Lakes Area Chamber of Commerce and Convention & Visitors Bureau

1pm-2pm
“Ask Jack Herschend & Friends”
*Featuring Mr. Herschend, co-founder of Herschend Family Entertainment, Smith Brookhart and Mark Trimble.

Attendees will have the opportunity to submit questions for the panel, and the moderator Jim Barber will direct the discussion.

For information or to reserve space,

contact Ladona Johnson at 417-334-4084 ext. 314

Visit: BransonBusinessExpo.com

or email: ljohnson@bransoncvb.com