~ Showboat Branson Belle ~ 20th Anniversary Limited Engagement ~ Presenting the BIGGEST CAST Ever in...CELEBRATE!

The much-anticipated announcement of the 2015 show for the Showboat Branson Belle includes the biggest cast and show ever in the ship’s two-decade history of sailing Table Rock Lake. In honor of this timeline distinction, the cast and crew are preparing to feature a 20th Anniversary Limited Engagement show with new acts and returning favorites in CELEBRATE!  The stage of the authentic 1880s-style paddlewheeler will come dynamically to life through live music and more than a dozen performers presenting an eclectic array of entertainment from rhythmic dance to America’s long-time favorite vocal performances, from fresh and contemporary to musical classics.

The new show CELEBRATE!, featuring four complete acts, will be presented onboard America’s Most Entertaining Dinner Cruise beginning March 7, 2015 at 4:00 p.m. Most cruises in March are scheduled for a 4:00 p.m. launch. Some weekends in March offer a 12:00 p.m. and a 4:00 p.m. cruise. The Showboat Branson Belle maintains a more extensive schedule April through December. Check www.ShowboatBransonBelle.com for definite departures. 

First in the lineup of CELEBRATE! will be the all-new four-man dance troupe, The Rhythmics! presenting contemporary dance and bold footwork, billed as “The Fastest Feet West of the Mississippi.” Additionally featured will be one of Branson’s own, the beautiful Cassandré Faimon-Haygood, who has become a star on Branson stages, known for a voice pitch-perfect and powerful.

The ShowMen return with each of their five members bringing his own big personality, vocal talent and dancing abilities. The lineup is topped off with the returning Christopher James, one of the funniest, most memorable comedian magician emcees in Branson’s history. The cast is accompanied by the live band, The Rockin’ Dockers.

Starting May 23 on Memorial Day Weekend, a second cast will present the noon and Sunday CELEBRATE! Cruises, starring the world’s only aerial violinist, multi-talented Janice Martin. Classically trained and remarkably gifted as a musician equally skilled in piano, violin, and vocals, Janice combines gymnastics and aerial dance into her one-of-a-kind performance.

Janice will be joined by a new funnyman, the world-traveled ventriloquist Phil Hughes. Returning will be the clever magician and emcee Aaron Radatz and the live band, The Castaways.

The 700-passenger Showboat Branson Belle is the largest ship known to be built on an American land-locked lake. The football field-sized vessel was launched in April 1995 from the shoreline shipyard at White River Landing, located on the 800-mile shoreline of Table Rock Lake. Of historical significance, and in respect to the environment, her launching into the water was accomplished through the use of biodegradable bananas, rather than harmful lubricants.

The Showboat Branson Belle is a Silver Dollar City Attraction, part of America’s largest family-owned theme park corporation, Herschend Family Entertainment Corporation.

Tickets go on sale January 26.  
Information: www.ShowboatBransonBelle.com 
or  800-775-BOAT (2628).

Shake Off the Winter Blues... at Legends in Concert

On February 6, 2015, Legends in Concert kicks off their 2015 season in Branson, featuring stars of yesterday and today, including Kenny Chesney, Lionel Richie, Ann Margret, Bette Midler and Elvis.

Todd Bradshaw as Kenny Chesney returns to the Branson stage performing crowd pleasing hits such as "When the Sun Goes Down," "No Shoes, No Shirt, No Problem," and "Had Me From Hello."

"All Night Long," "I'm Easy," and "Brick House” are sure to have audiences "Dancing on the Ceiling" with the songs of Lionel Richie performed by Dave Lawrence.

Spring fever is in the air, warming us up with hits from Ann Margret, performed by Lori Russo. You'll hear "Rescue Me," "Gotta Lotta Living to Do," "Fever," and more.

Jennica McCleary pays tribute to the early years of Bette Midler. "In the Mood", "Mr. Sandman" and "Chapel of Love" are some fan favorites from “The Divine Miss M.”

Dust off your "Blue Suede Shoes" …because there's gonna be a whole lotta shakin' going on! Elvis has entered the building and will be performing "Jail House Rock," "If I Can Dream," the ever popular "jam session," and other favorites from The King of Rock and Roll.

These legendary artists will be performing on the Branson stage at the iconic Dick Clark's American Bandstand Theater from February 6th through May 19th. Show times are 3 and 8 p.m. For more information, call 417-335-STAR or visit www.legendsinconcert.com. 

About Legends in Concert
Celebrating its 30th year, “Legends in Concert” is a live musical celebration featuring the world’s greatest celebrity tribute artists. The production is owned and operated by Las Vegas-based On Stage Entertainment, Inc. Widely recognized in the entertainment industry as the original celebrity tribute show, “Legends in Concert” currently operates numerous fixed-base touring, national touring, and limited-term and private engagements throughout the world. In addition to Branson, "Legends" is presented year-round in numerous cities including Myrtle Beach, SC, Las Vegas, NV, Atlantic City, NJ, Foxwoods, CT, Waikiki, HI, and on the high seas onboard the Norwegian EPIC.
 

LEGENDS in Concert ~ Schedule for 2015

SPRING  (Feb. 6 - May 19) 

Ann Margret, Kenny Chesney, Lionel Richie, Bette Midler, and Elvis 

SUMMER  (May 21 – Sept 8)

Adele, Michael Jackson, Brooks and Dunn (May 21-July 31st), George Strait (8/1 - 9/7), The Blues Brothers™, Taylor Swift (June and July) and Elvis

FALL  (Sept. 10 - Oct. 31) 

Jerry Lee Lewis, Aretha Franklin, Patsy Cline, The Blues Brothers™ and Elvis

CHRISTMAS  (Nov. 1 – Jan. 2)  

Barry Manilow, Whitney Houston, Kenny Chesney, The Blues Brothers™ and Elvis  

Legends in Concert is located in the iconic Dick Clark American Bandstand Theater on Branson’s famous Highway 76 Strip. Dick Clark Productions displays memorabilia unavailable for viewing at any other locations.

Legends’ guests can enjoy dinner and cocktail service provided by Dick Clark’s American Bandstand Grill in the VIP overlook while enjoying the show. Show times are 3 and  8 p.m. For more information, call 417-335-STAR or visit www.legendsinconcert.com.