Archive for the ‘Branson Legends In Concert’ Category

Big Hearts in Branson

Thursday, May 7th, 2009

Today’s fast-paced world is so busy that it seems we barely have enough time for ourselves. Nonetheless, some Legends Branson employees have found the time to open their hearts to others.

Peg and Jamie

Jamie and Peg

Peg Lindsay, who has been a beloved usher at Legends for many years, also volunteers at Skaggs Community Hospital. Every Tuesday she transports people to their same-day surgeries. She also volunteers in one of the many Methodist Thrift Shops in the area and remains very active in her church community. At 85 years old, Lindsay is truly living life to the fullest. Despite her busy schedule, she always has a smile on her face.

Another person sure to greet you with a smile is Jamie Curry. Curry, one of our fabulous Legends dancers, has recently become a volunteer with Skaggs Hospice and devotes his Thursday and Friday mornings to his hospice patients. He visits them in their homes to share lunch, life stories and lots of love and laughter. Jamie has even brought special gifts to his hospice patients (sometimes as simple as a chocolate malt!) and invited their families to come see Legends In Concert to lift their spirits. It is such a great feeling to know that our show is reaching out to those in the community whose hearts are so heavy.

We applaud Jamie and Peg for their commitment to serve the community and are truly proud that they are a part of the Legends family here in Branson.

Al Roker Rocks Branson!

Monday, May 4th, 2009

The Today Show - Al Roker

At 6:00 a.m. on Friday, April 24, many Branson residents were either still asleep or just beginning their morning.  But dancers Stephanie Drey, Jamie Curry and singer/dancer Darcy Jones grabbed some Starbucks and headed to the Branson Landing.  Normally such an early hour is unheard of for these entertainers but this particular morning was very special as Al Roker, weather anchor for the Today show on NBC, was preparing for a live broadcast from Branson, Missouri.

Roker began his day at the Branson Landing to meet and greet area residents and entertainers.  Branson personalities including the Lennon Sisters, Mickey Gilley, Andy Williams and Yakov Smirnoff provided performances and interviews.  A large number of area residents and entertainers showed up with signs and crazy attire hoping to have their fifteen seconds of fame.  Despite the large crowds, Roker was very down to earth and dealt well with all of his fans ( one of which was Stephanie Drey, who even got a photo with him!).

The whole event was a great way to bring the community together.  Drey, Jones and Curry even connected with some tourists who were standing nearby.  The couples bought breakfast for the three of them in thanks for their warmth and hospitality, and later came to see the Legends In Concert show.

After the matinee that day, Blues Brothers Bucky Heard and Justin Clark buzzed across town in the Bluesmobile to do a televised presentation for the Great American Pie Contest.  It was a much anticipated moment as Heard and Clark took the stage, (sunglasses, briefcase and all,), and announced the semi-finalists.

Legends in Concert is very excited to have been a part of such a fun and unique event and would like to thank Al Roker and the Today show for bringing such a wonderful experiences to the Branson area.

Elvis Tribute Artists Travel the Globe for Contest

Thursday, April 30th, 2009

Legends In Concert hosted the 3rd annual Branson Elvis Festival and Ultimate Elvis Tribute Artist Contest at Dick Clark’s American Bandstand Theater on April 17-19.  The contest was presented by Legends In Concert and sanctioned by Elvis Presley Enterprises, Inc.  Contestants included Randy Love, Mark Anthony, Brad Boice, Thomas Murphy, Frank Werth, E.J. Sharp, Andy Ash, Erock, Matt Joyce, Ted Torres, Bobby Simkins, Caleb Brown, Victor Trevino, Jr. (pictured below), Chris Wright, Gino Monopoli, and Danny Minze.  Third place and $200 was awarded to Mark Anthony from Adelaide, Australia.  Second place and $300 went to Gino Monopoli from Toronto, Canada.  The winner of $1,000 and the opportunity to compete in the finals during Elvis week in Memphis was Victor Trevino, Jr. from Denton, Texas.

 The Elvis Festival included some new and exciting events this year, such as an Elvis Meet and Greet Dinner at Dick Clark’s Grill and Elvis Karaoke at Club 57.  There was a showing of “Speedway,” starring Elvis Presley and Nancy Sinatra , on the Legends In Concert stage. A few contestants performed at the Grand Old Gospel Hour on Sunday morning .  Our Elvis Vendor Village was a huge hit and included items ranging from Swarovski studded Elvis robes to a new line of Sun Records merchandise now available in the gift shop.  Congratulations to all of the Ultimate Elvis Tribute Artist Contest winners and best of luck to Victor Trevino, Jr.(pictured below) as he moves on to compete in Memphis.  A huge thanks to all who made this amazing event possible!

Victor Trevino, Jr.

Victor Trevino, Jr.

 

 

Branson Turns Up The Heat This Summer

Wednesday, April 29th, 2009

Stacey Whitton-Summers as Gretchen Wilson

Stacey Whitton-Summers as Gretchen Wilson

 

            Things are heating up at Legends Branson as summer is just around the corner.  On May 21,  Branson will welcome their sensational summer line-up including Gretchen Wilson,  Marilyn Monroe, The Temptations, The Blues Brothers and Elvis.  The Temptations bring such soulful harmonies and exciting energy to the Branson stage; their performances are sure to bring the house down!  The crowd will be having a “heat wave” as Stacey Whitton performs her sultry and witty Marilyn Monroe.  Whitton will also be making her debut as Gretchen Wilson, performing two different acts in one show!  You had better be “here for the party” this summer as Marilyn, Gretchen and The Temptations turn up the heat!

 

 

 

Fairchild Family Update

Thursday, October 9th, 2008

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Hello All,

 

I want to give everyone an update regarding the fire and tell you all how much my family appreciates your concerns, kind words, prayers, emails, flowers, cards, and help through this horrible ordeal!  We truly feel loved and KNOW that this is our home!!

 

As of yesterday afternoon, we learned that SLED and the fire investigators found NO evidence of foul play and looks as if it was an accident.  Permits have been issued to begin the rebuild of both the ice cream store and the beachwear store.  Demolition of what’s left of the building begins on Monday.

 

The builder is confident that we will be able to reopen in time for the 2009 season.  We are excited and frantically working on floor plans so we can get the ball rolling.  I want to emphasize that we are all doing well and are excited about the NEW Painter’s Ice Cream.  Yes, it was very painful watching our business go up in flames, but that was only a building and no one was injured.  We will be better than ever once the doors open for business.

 

Thanks again for everything that you all have done for us.  Your prayers have been very soothing to us. 

 

From my family to yours,

God Bless all,

Steve Fairchild

 

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Fairchild Family

Friday, October 3rd, 2008

I originally was going to post the Legends In Concert Operation Baking Gals Team members.  Gals, please forgive me and I am sure you will agree.  I am delaying this to dedicate today’s blog to Steve Fairchild & Family.  We are honored to have this very talented and dedicated gentleman as part of our cast with his tribute to “Garth Brooks”. More importantly we value his genuine love and concern for his family, friends, community and strangers.  It does not stop with Steve, as his wife Anne and daughters Tiffany, Savannah and Madison also touch so many in a unique and spirited way. The Fairchild family experienced a devastating tragedy today, as their family business was destroyed by fire.  We are grateful that there were no injuries but saddened by their “loss” of which represented a true American Family Business with values and genuine customer satisfaction.  Painter’s Ice Cream and the Fairchild Family will move forward and we are here to support them in any way we can.  Our hearts, hands and prayers are here for you.

C. Beattie for The Legends In Concert Family


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