Located in the southwestern corner of Missouri, Branson welcomes millions of visitors each year who can enjoy the beauty of the Ozark Mountains and the dizzying array of world-class entertainment.
“The key factor to Branson’s popularity with group visitors is the wide variety of live entertainment available throughout the year,” says Lenni Neimeyer, director of group sales for the Branson/Lakes Area CVB. “Our stages showcase the ’50s, ’60s, ’70s, pop, country, gospel, bluegrass, rock ’n’ roll and patriotic music, plus comedy, magic, dance and Broadway-style productions full of special effects, dazzling costumes and so much more.”
The following three NTA members in Branson have a lot to offer for travelers:
Dutton Family Theater Complex
The regular Branson season starts for the Duttons in April and runs through the end of October, then the Ozark Mountain Christmas is staged through the end of the year. Groups have plenty of options to combine with seeing a show, including the theater’s popular Youth to Youth Program for students, especially bands and choirs.
NTA contact: Debbie LeTourneau
Presleys’ Country Jubilee
Coming off a highly successful 50th anniversary year in 2017, Presleys’ Country Jubilee continues to entertain audiences in its 1,500-seat theater. A personal welcome from a member of the Presley family is available for groups, as are special discounts for NTA tour operators and a post-show visit on the motorcoach by one of the performers.
NTA contact: Raeanne Presley
Sight & Sound Theatres
For 2019, this Branson theater is presenting two shows, “Samson,” which will be staged through Oct. 12, and “Miracle of Christmas,” which runs Nov. 2–Dec. 28 and celebrates the most retold Bible story. “A special touch for groups attending a show is an actor-led Behind the Scenes Tour,” says Sight & Sound’s Michael Pitman.
NTA contact: Michael Pitman
Top photo: Sight & Sound Theatre’s “Samson”
Photo by Sight & Sound Theatres
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