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GUIDE TO STUDENT PERFORMANCE &EDUCATIONAL ACTIVITIES

800.214.3661 | ExploreBranson.com

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#1 Hits of the 60’sand 50’s too!

Amber Campbell 417-339-1968 877-339-1960

amcamproductions@yahoo.com “Triple Threat” Clinic - Students learn portions of the show and are given professional audition experience. Instrumental Clinic - Students learn 60’s TV themes and perform in a preshow. It’s a fun educational experience directed by industry professionals.

70’s Music Celebration Starring Barry Williams

Joe Modglin 417-33BARRY joe@70smusiccelebration.comwww.70smusiccelebration.com

Students will be able to perform before a live audience on the same stage as Barry Williams (AKA Greg Brady). Clinics and Educational programs available with Barry Williams.

Branson ZiplineCanopy Tours atWolfe Creek Preserve

Russ Rosencrans 417-561-0699 800-422-0076

groupsales@bransonzipline.comwww.BransonZipline.com

Authenitic World Class Eco-Adventure. Guided tours include Ecological Topographical, Historical, and Cultural info. Zipline & Hiking tours. Private meeting space.

Butterfly Palace Brittney Smith 417-332-2231 brittney@thebutterflypalace.comwww.thebutterflypalace.com

Experience over 1,000 live tropical butterflies at Branson’s only indoor Rainforest! Don’t forget the living rainforest science center, Emerald Forest Mirror Maze, Great Banyan tree and Educational videos! Open year round 9am - 5pm daily.

Christmas on the Trail Chuckwagon Dinner Show

Kelly Holman 417-332-4971800-653-6288

kholman@theshepherdofthehills.comwww.rounduponthetrail.com

This group of musicians has over 200 combined years of studio, performing, and touring years and can teach a clinic like no other. Learn the art of chuckwagon cooking and western artistry.

Clay Cooper Theatre Pat Veach or Jocelyn Case

417-337-7123 888-222-8910

groups2@claycoopertheatre.comwww.claycoopertheatre.com

Our incredible entertainers provide a hands-on experience customized to the area of expertise your students require in theatre. Student groups also have the opportunity to perform as our opening act!

Dixie StampedeDinner Attraction

Jennifer Brazeale 417-337-7974800-520-5101

jenniferb@dixiestampede.comhttp://branson.dixiestampede.com/group_information.php

Dolly Parton’s Dixie Stampede Dinner and Show is a top venue for student dance troupes, band and choral groups that seek performance opportunities before live audiences on Dolly’s stage “in the round”.

Grand Country Resort Heleena Campbell

417-336-1975888-506-6283

heleena@grandcountry.comwww.grandcountry.com

At Grand Country Resort we offer custom packages for student groups. We include clinicals on your choice of subjects including dance, instrumental, vocal, performance, auditioning, and/or theatre auditioning.

Hamners’ Unbelievable Variety Show

Vance Hebblethwaite

417-334-4363 888-335-2080

sales@HamnersUnbelievable.comwww.HamnersUnbelievable.com

Magic, Music and Dance. We offer Clinics, pre-show performance, and an Educational Veterans Tribute.

“it” starring the Hughes Brothers & Family

Lena Hughes 417-334-0076800-422-0076

lenahughes@hughes-brothers.comwww.itBranson.com

“it” offers an interactive, creative musical experience with a number written just for students to perform with the cast…also an exploration of the music world with seasoned entertainers their own age.

Kayak Branson Carla Wright 417-336-2811 info@kayakbranson.comwww.kayakbranson.com

How about a little adventure today, paddling down Lake Taneycomo or on Table Rock Lake with experienced, informative guides? Have fun while learning some facts about the lakes’ ecosystem!

King’s Castle Theatre Lisa Martin 417-336-7910 888-462-7267

lisasalesbvt@aol.comwww.kingscastletheatre.com

We offer pre-show opportunities and clinics for all of our productions.

Legends In Concert Jennifer Rodgers 417-335-STAR800-374-SHOW

jrodgers@legendsinconcert.comwww.legendsinconcert.com

Come be a star on our stage! Unique performances and educational opportunities are available.

Magnificent 7 Show Vance Hebblethwaite

417-334-4363 888-335-2080

sales@HamnersUnbelievable.comwww.mag7show.com

Music, Dance & Comedy from over 7 decades. We offer Clinics and pre-show performances.

2015 BRANSON GUIDE TO STUDENT PERFORMANCE & EDUCATIONAL ACTIVITIES

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National Tiger Sanctuary Abbie Knudsen 417-587-3633 stripes@nationaltigersantuary.orgwww.nationaltigersanctuary.org

National Tiger Sanctuary offers guided, educational tours where you can see the big cats from only 3 feet away! See Tigers, Lions, & Leopards like you’ve never seen them before!

Ride The Ducks Sarah Hammons 417-266-7607 800-335-2279

shammons@bransonducks.comwww.bransonducks.com

This 70 minute Adventure is an Educational, Entertaining and Engaging Break for your students. Branson’s only historical sightseeing tour. Teacher Resource Guide available for pre and post activities.

Ripley’s Believe It Or Not! Odditorium

John DixonAli Snider

417-337-5300 dixon@ripleys.comasnider@ripleys.comwww.ripleys.com/branson

Experience the amazing world of Robert Ripley! Then ask yourself if you “Believe It or Not!” Learn history, geography and science with our scavenger hunts, word searches and biographies.

Roundup on the Trail Chuckwagon Dinner Show

Kelly Holman 417-332-4971800-653-6288

kholman@theshepherdofthehills.comwww.rounduponthetrail.com

This group of musicians has over 200 combined years of studio, performing, and touring years and can teach a clinic like no other. Learn the art of chuckwagon cooking and western artistry.

Shepherd of the Hills Homestead Tour

Kelly Holman 417-332-4971800-653-6288

kholman@theshepherdofthehills.comwww.oldmatt.com

Learn the origin of Branson’s history via jeep-drawn tram on a guided tour. See this 160 acre homestead where Harold Bell Wright penned his best-selling novel, The Shepherd of the Hills.

Shepherd of the Hills Outdoor Drama

Kelly Holman 417-332-4971800-653-6288

kholman@theshepherdofthehills.comwww.oldmatt.com

This outdoor venue offers multiple performance sites. 55 years of entertainment shared through educational clinics. Learn wardrobe, staging fight scenes and how we burn a real log cabin every show.

Showboat Branson Belle Michelle Herzan 417-338-3834800-417-7770

mherzan@silverdollarcity.comwww.showboatbransonbelle.com

Celebrating 20 years of live entertainment…America’s Most Entertaining Dinner Cruise offers educational and performance opportunities with 2 NEW Live Shows, a three-course meal and cruise on beautiful Table Rock Lake!

Sight & Sound Theatres Michael Pitman 800-377-1277 mike.pitman@sight-sound.comwww.sight-sound.com

2015 is your last chance to experience JONAH on stage. An educational “FREE” behind the scenes tour will inspire your students & open their eyes to career opportunity in the arts.

Silver Dollar City Michelle Herzan 417-338-3834 800-417-7770

mherzan@silverdollarcity.comwww.silverdollarcity.com

America’s Best Theme Park creates educational and performance opportunities with over 40 thrilling rides and attractions including NEW Fireman’s Landing, 100 demonstrating craftsmen and 8 festivals, Spring through Christmas!

SIX Tish Knudsen 417-559-9722800-334-1936

tish@thesixshow.comwww.theSIXshow.com

Your “SIXPerience” begins with SIX voices, ZERO Instruments, ALL MUSIC! These SIX remarkable brothers take you on a musical journey with tight harmonies, vocal percussion and rhythmic bass. Add to your “SIXPerience” with optional Performance Opportunities, Q&A, industry education or coaching.

Starlite Theatre Susan Weimar 417-335-6350800-991-1982

sweimar@starlitetheatre.comwww.StarliteTheatre.com

The Starlite Theatre, Branson’s Premier Entertainment Destination, presents The Texas Tenors, Buckets N Boards, Billy Dean and Steel Horses with Jarrett, Paul Harris & The Cleverlys. Performance opportunities available.

The Bretts Show Casey Hall 417-336-4222 Ext. 3058877-252-7388

info@brettfamily.comwww.TheBrettsShow.com

Count on an unforgettable experience for your students at The Bretts Show! You’ll see one of Branson’s greatest musical productions and can do exclusive meet & greet/workshops with the stars of the show.

The Duttons Judith Dutton 417-332-2772888-388-8661

judith.dutton@gmail.comwww.theduttons.com

Perform on stage at the Duttons! Home to “America’s Got Talent” finalists, The Dutton Family Theater is the ideal venue for all performance groups. Combos available with The Dutton Inn.

The Haygoods Joe Modglin 417-339-4663 groups@thehaygoods.comwww.thehaygoods.com

Unique performance and educational programs available through Branson On Stage Live! Come and be a star!

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Titanic Museum Attraction Ruthann Crust 417-334-9500800-381-7670

ruthann.crust@titanicattraction.comwww.titanicbranson.com

Your students can perform at the Titanic! Titanic offers student groups an opportunity to perform - Band, Choral and Orchestral performances. An entire music gallery introduces your students to the 8 heroic musicians aboard.

Vigilante Extreme ZipRider Kelly Holman 417-332-4971800-653-6288

kholman@theshepherdofthehills.comwww.oldmatt.com

Learn cartography, trigonometry and physics while traveling at up to 50 mph from the 230’ tall Inspiration Tower. This ZipRider is the tallest in the world.

Welk Theatre Tammy Slentz 417-243-1227 800-808-9355

tslentz@welkgroup.comwww.welkbranson.com

Educational backstage tour showcasing the history and memorabilia of the most successful music show in television history! Pre-show performance opportunities and workshops available.

White Water Michelle Herzan 417-338-3834800-417-7770

mherzan@silverdollarcity.comwww.bransonwhitewater.com

Dive into over 2 Million Gallons of fun and education with the region’s largest selection of water rides and slides…13 acres in all!

STUDENT TRAVEL PACKAGERS/MUSICAL EVENT PLANNERSS.T.P./M.E.P. Contact Phone Email & Website Programs

Branson Country Tours Pam Burke 417-336-2220 800-841-2376

bctours@aol.comwww.bransoncountrytours.com

Call us for Branson hotel and entertainment reservations for your student group. We’ll help you plan enjoyable shows with performing opportunities, educational activities and fun-filled attractions your students will love.

Branson Online Rebecca Lawson 417-693-3337 info@bransononline.comwww.bransononline.com

Branson Online offers pre-designed and customized student group travel packages. Demonstrations, clinics and performance opportunities are available on request. We make your travel Effortless, Efficient, Educational and Entertaining!

Branson On Stage Live! Milita orGreg Hoffman

417-334-5599877-293-1612

greg@bransononstagelive.comwww.bransononstagelive.com

Performances, clinics, festivals, other performance showcase opportunities that create educational and entertaining experiences for a lifetime!

Branson Ticket & Travel Toyea Youngblood

417-335-2707800-432-4202

toyea@bransonticket.com Branson’s array of entertainment, accommodation & logistical demands require the services of a local planner. We customize each itinerary, providing you & your students an exceptional experience in customer care & client satisfaction.

Branson Tourism Center Groups Dept.

Annette Wood 417-334-8325800-268-4014

annettewood@bransontourismcenter.comwww.bransongroups.com

Full Service customized packages  for ALL student groups!  Including personalized clinics and  performance opportunities at many of our amazing theaters with professional entertainers that are not only educational but inspirational!

Ozark CountryVacations, Inc.

Carl Wade 417-335-2332 800-463-4254

bransonvac@aol.comwww.bransonfuntravel.com

Full service Travel & Tour Agency for student groups featuring performance opportunities. Serving student groups for 31 years.

Ozarks’ Kirkwood Tour& Travel

Angie Greeno 417-335-4668 800-848-5432

angie@ozarkskirkwood.comwww.ozarkskirkwood.com

Customized packages for groups of all interests and sizes. We make the itinerary fit the needs and interests of your group: clinics, pre-shows, security, FUN!

2015 BRANSON GUIDE TO STUDENT PERFORMANCE & EDUCATIONAL ACTIVITIES

For a complete list of shows and attractions, visit ExploreBranson.com

TO REQUEST YOUR 2015 STUDENT GROUP TRAVEL SALES KITLenni Neimeyer, CTIS, CSTP, Director of Leisure Group Sales

Branson/Lakes Area CVB | P.O. Box 1897 | Branson, MO 65615 | 800.214.3661417.334.4084 | Fax 417.348.0649 | LNeimeyer@BransonCVB.com | ExploreBranson.com

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