Starlite Theater Branson Announces New Line-Up for 2010

The Starlite Theater in Branson, Missouri is welcoming a new line-up to their theater in 2010. Next Level Entertainment, the production company behind Starlite Theater, is expanding the entertainment offerings at the theater by adding a brand new show to the 2010 schedule.

Righteous Brothers’ Bill Medley will be moving his popular show from the Moon River Theater to the Starlite Theater, for a production that will feature his daughter, McKenna Medley and all of Medley’s hit songs. The show will be available May 14 – December 18 in Branson, MO.

Medley is known for his hit songs such as “Soul and Inspiration,” “I’ve Had the Time of My Life,” “Unchained Melody” and “Lovin’ Feeling.” McKenna brings a bluesy feel to her numbers, which showcase the chops that won her 2007 Female Vocalist of the Year in Branson.

The Starlite Theater will continue to be home to The World Famous Platters, who will be celebrating their 14th year in Branson. Their show will be open May 14 – December 18, and will showcase hits like “Only You,” “Smoke Gets in Your Eyes,” “Twilight Time” and “My Prayer.”

Branson visitors will also find the Barbara Fairchild Diner at the Starlite Theater, as well as a Barbara Fairchild Sunday Morning Service that is free of charge.

Cirque Montage, a show that features former Cirque du Soleil performers, will return to Branson after a short limited engagement in the fall of 2009. The will perform at the Starlite Theater from May 14 – September 5, and will return for a holiday engagement from November 2 – December 19. This show is a must see as it features contortionists, break dancing, aerial chiffon twirling, duo strength and more.

Liverpool Legends, which called the Starlite home during the 2009 season, will be moving to the Mansion Theater. The Rankin Brothers, also a Starlite staple during the 2009 season, will be making a new theater announcement soon.

Cirque Montage will be Back in Branson for 2010 Season

Official Press Release from Cirque Imagination:

Cirque Imagination’s “Montage” show, featuring former Cirque du Soleil performers, has announced its plans to postpone the November 29 – December 5 visit previously scheduled at Branson’s Tri-Lakes Center. The group recently decided to relocate to the Starlite Theatre, where the public will have more chances to view its world-renowned talents. “Montage” performances will now span the entire Summer 2010 season, from May 14 through September 5, and following a brief hiatus, will return November 2 through December 19.

Judy Blake, Director of Business Development at Cirque Imagination offered insight on the situation. “We’re hoping Branson’s residents and visitors won’t regard the shift in schedule as an inconvenience, but as a trade-off for something better. With our longer-term commitment in 2010, families will have additional opportunities and increased flexibility for selecting a “Montage” show time that meets the needs of their agendas. Cirque Imagination is devoted to providing our audience with unmatched entertainment, and we will certainly work with current ticket holders to guarantee our postponed arrival won’t deter that from happening.”

Measures in place allow people with tickets or vouchers for the November and December “Montage” performances to save the passes for future admission to one of next year’s shows.

In the meantime, Cirque Imagination continues its journey on the corporate circuit and private sector. The acts it shared with Branson during its September 13-19 stay will be available as contracted entertainment for fundraisers, business events such as tradeshows, and personal celebrations. Talents include hand-balancing, contortion, pole-climbing, aerial chiffon with a 21 foot drop, duo strength, juggling , break dancing, and German wheel, all choreographed to lively, original music.

“As additional stops are made on Cirque Imagination’s national tour, Branson will always remain a favorite we wish to share our world of entertainment with,” Blake added.