Branson's Buck Trent Show a Country Music Tradition

The Buck Trent Show in Branson, Missouri celebrates country classics during its two hour production. Mr. Banjo, Buck Trent, is a veteran performer who has taken the stage with Roy Clark and Porter Wagoner, to name a few. His morning show, which is in its 18th year, features country music and good natured humor that keeps the show sailing smoothly.

The show has two really great fiddle players, Melody & Bruce, who really light up the stage during performances of “Orange Blossom Special” & “Howdy Neighbor.” Their lead singer, Kenny Parrott, has an amazing voice that really shines on renditions of “Ring of Fire” & “Hello Darlin’,” while Buck Trent & Melody celebrate the golden age of country music with a duet of “Last Thing on my Mind.” Melody has a great country voice and her performances of Dolly Parton hits, including “Jolene” & “Coat of Many Colors” lets her showcase her skills in great fashion.

The Branson Buck Trent Morning Show performs a country version of Dr. Zhivago’s “Lara’s Theme” that highlights the wonderful instrumental skills of the performers in the Buck Trent Show, as does a rendition of “In the Mood” on Steel Guitar. Jonathan, their piano & saxophone player, performed “Yakety Sax” to great applause, and the song made me feel like I was on an episode of The Benny Hill Show. The entire group performs on a gospel medley, which includes favorites like “This Old House,” “May the Circle be Unbroken,” & “I’ll Fly Away.”

I went to the show during the month of November, so there was also a 30 minute segment dedicated to Christmas music – country style! My favorite performances from this segment included “Silent Night” & “We Three Kings.”

Celebrating Christmas at Branson's Dino Christmas Show Provides Meaningful Message

The Dino Christmas Show in Branson, Missouri is an all out Christmas Extravaganza featuring elaborate sets & costumes that rival Broadway productions. The theme for this year’s production is “Somewhere in Christmas Time Where Dreams Come True,” and it takes guests on a whirlwind trip through celebrations throughout the world, while also showcasing universal elements of Christmas. The opening scene of the show features “We Need a Little Christmas” while dancers prance around the set of glowing presents, a giant Christmas tree and fireplace. Dino’s Austrian crystal piano is the centerpiece of the set, and Dino gracefully plays all of the holiday hits throughout the 2 ½ hour show. There are segments showcasing Ireland, Greece, Spain, Vienna, Russia and of course, the Ozarks!

The entire show is a highlight, but I found the Music Box segment to be especially beautiful, as Dino played “Lara’s Theme” from the movie Dr. Zhivago, and Cheryl, his wife, twirled in a cloud of smoke as if she was a girl from a music box. Christmas in Vienna was another favorite, as the entire stage is transformed into a costume ball, complete with stunning ball gowns worn by the cast of dancers. Dino plays “My Favorite Things” as little toy soldiers dance, ballerina’s prance, and the sugar plum fairy performs.

The second half of the show is magical, as Dino & his piano float in air with a haze of clouds beneath them. A winter wonderland scene soon lights up the stage and “Sleigh Ride” is merrily performed by the entire cast. “Birthday of a King” brought the reason of the season to the forefront of the production as golden angel wings flanked the stage. The breathtaking grand finale combined the talents of Cheryl & Dino as “Silent Night” filled the auditorium, and a manger scene occupied the stage. As the song progressed, flying angels appeared on the stage, as did a larger scene of Mary, Joseph & Jesus on the day he was born, Christmas.

The Branson Dino Christmas Show is a magnificent production suited for anyone in the Christmas spirit!

Branson's Bayside at Still Waters Resort the Perfect Escape

The Bayside at Still Waters Condominium Resort in Branson, Missouri is a beautiful property located on Table Rock Lake, with Silver Dollar City just two miles away. There are a lot of on-site amenities at Bayside at Still Waters Resort, which makes it a place where you can both stay and play. The three pools made it easy to dive into some fun, especially the one with the Zoom the Flume water slide, while the Island Oasis area featured a zero entry pool, plenty of lounging area for soaking up the sun, and a 15ft swim through waterfall. There is also a greenhouse at the Island Oasis area, as well as a 20 person Jacuzzi. Other amenities at Bayside at Still Waters Resort include FREE Paddleboats, Kayaks & bicycles, as well as a Marina with boat docks, launching area and swimming platforms where you can also rent boats & jet skis. And if that isn’t enough to keep you busy, the sand volleyball area, hiking trails, playground and game room with pool table should do the trick.

The condos at Branson’s Bayside at Still Waters Resort are nice to say the least, and many rooms feature lake views. They come in 1, 2, or 3 bedroom varieties, but the décor remains the same with a tropical theme found throughout. They are in the process of renovating, as they do every couple of years, and the new style reflects a modern theme. Many of the units come with fireplaces, and the master suite’s bath is equipped with a two person Jacuzzi, some of which have a lake view. The units all feature full kitchens and washer/dryers.

This resort is a great place to stay while you visit Branson, Missouri. It is especially suited for families.

Still Waters Resort the Perfect Place to Stay & Play in Branson

The Still Waters Condominium Resort in Branson, Missouri is a beautiful property located on Table Rock Lake, with Silver Dollar City just two miles away. There are a lot of on-site amenities at Still Waters Resort, which makes it a place where you can both stay and play. The three pools made it easy to dive into some fun, especially the one with the Zoom the Flume water slide, while the Island Oasis area featured a zero entry pool, plenty of lounging area for soaking up the sun, and a 15ft swim through waterfall. There is also a greenhouse at the Island Oasis area, as well as a 20 person Jacuzzi. Other amenities at Still Waters Resort include FREE Paddleboats, Kayaks & bicycles, as well as a Marina with boat docks, launching area and swimming platforms where you can also rent boats & jet skis. And if that isn’t enough to keep you busy, the sand volleyball area, hiking trails, playground and game room with pool table should do the trick.

The condos at Branson’s Still Waters Resort are nice to say the least, and many rooms feature lake views. They come in 1, 2, or 3 bedroom varieties, but the décor remains the same with a tropical theme found throughout. They are in the process of renovating, as they do every couple of years, and the new style reflects a modern theme. Many of the units come with fireplaces, and the master suite’s bath is equipped with a two person Jacuzzi, some of which have a lake view. The units all feature full kitchens and washer/dryers.

The Still Waters Resort is a great place to stay while you visit Branson, Missouri. It is especially suited for families.

Settle Inn Resort in Branson a Royal Treat for Guests

The Stone Castle Hotel in Branson, Missouri is a sprawling property spread across three buildings offering 300 rooms. There are two indoor pools on property, both of which are heated and of medium size, as well as a nice game room with seven arcade games and an air hockey table. The Stone Castle Hotel and Conference Center does serve a continental breakfast for guests, and they have two breakfast rooms for use during their busiest times. There is also a gazebo and patio area for guest enjoyment.

The property is “castle-themed” which is portrayed nicely through the decorative details found throughout the property, including the rooms. There is a Victorian flair found in much of the décor, including the paintings in the rooms and the rich green, gold and burgundy colors that are weaved into the color scheme, which add a nice touch. The case goods are also rather nice, and the rooms come standard with a ’27 television. The bathrooms are of regular size, although the vanity area is somewhat small.

During my visit at Branson’s Stone Castle Hotel I found the property to be very inviting with a friendly staff that was attentive and paid close attention to detail. Their location was also a plus, as they are somewhat hidden but also just minutes away from all of Branson’s entertainment. I would recommend this property for tour buses, families and couples.

Branson's Andy Williams Christmas Show is Festive Fun for All

The Andy Williams Christmas Show in Branson, Missouri is a wonderful production emphasizing the importance of this magical holiday. The show began with a flourish of festive favorites like “Joy to the World” & “God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen” played instrumentally, while being flanked by a beautiful stage and set of snow and Christmas trees. Andy Williams welcomed his guests with a rendition of “It’s the Most Wonderful Time of the Year” and made it clear he still has his legendary voice! “The Christmas Song” and “Jingle Bells” are performed to great delight, complete with snowball fights, Technicolor trees and toasty campfires.

Andy has some special guests perform at his show, one of which is Dean Church, a fiddle player who can play backwards, forwards, and behind the back without missing a note. Another are dancers from Russia, who dance wondrously while performing costume tricks that I’m still amazed by! When Andy sings “Momma Kissing Santa Claus,” he even does a little jig with dancing penguins that showed he’s still a kid at heart. One of the funniest segments involved an imagined duets album in which Bob Anderson impersonates Andy’s potential duet partners, including Dean Martin, Sammy Davis Jr., Tony Bennett, Tom Jones and even Andy Williams. Andy shined while singing “Where Do I Begin,” the theme from Love Story and on “Speak Softly, Love” from The Godfather.

“Mary Did You Know?” brought the Christmas theme full circle, highlighting all that we celebrate, before stars fill the auditorium while “Silent Night” & “Ava Maria” is sung. Of course, a night with Andy Williams wouldn’t be complete without hearing “Moon River,” and he chooses this song to bid farewell to his guests.

Branson’s Andy Williams Christmas Show is a can’t miss Branson Christmas show.

Tom Mullica's Red Skelton Tribute in Branson

The Tom Mullica Red Skelton Tribute in Branson, Missouri is a one-man show highlighting vaudeville style comedy throughout the two hour production. Tom Mullica embodies Red Skelton perfectly, mimicking his mannerisms and characteristics to a perfect tee to create a show that many feel is like seeing Red Skelton live in concert. The show begins with lots of jokes, and the jokes keep coming as Mullica transforms into one character after the other. His specialty is pantomime, a skill that is becoming rare, and he delivers lots of laughs while acting as a dad viewing the newborn section of the hospital and as Clem Cladiddlehopper, a country character who is a hoot!

As Mullica recreates Red Skelton’s most memorable characters, including San Fernando Red, a politician, and Cauliflower McPugg, a boxer, he invokes the treasured memories of the past in ways many of today’s comedians fail to do. He both honors and praises comedies past while also bringing it into the present and future. The two segments I found to be most popular were the Guzzler's Gin Routine, which had me laughing so hard I cried, and his famous Freddie the Freeloader bit, which features Mullica in full clown regalia. The most moving portion of the show occurs when patriotism is saluted, with the Pledge of Allegiance explained in a touching and meaningful way.

At the very end of Branson's Red Skelton Tribute show, Tom Mullica as himself tells the story of his relationship with Skelton, and how it changed him immensely. He also greets the fans and visitors he is so proud to perform for.