Shepherd of the Hills Outdoor Drama Tickets in Branson, MO

Thurman Old Mill Theatre5586 W. Hwy 76Branson, MO 65616
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Overview

Experience the nation’s longest-running outdoor drama! Shepherd of the Hills Outdoor Drama is an action-packed live reenactment of Harold Bell Wright’s novel about life in the rugged Ozarks with themes of love, power and hardship. Over 90 actors and live animals perform on a stage the size of a football field. Pre-Show (add-on) includes a BBQ & Bluegrass Bash.

Good To Know

  • A historic live reenactment of Harold Bell Wright's famed novel about life in the rugged Ozarks.
  • Outdoor Drama lasts approx. 2 hours and features over 90 actors, horses, sheep, mules and donkeys.
  • Show is performed outside, so dress accordingly.
  • Enjoy the Outdoor Drama PLUS the BBQ & Bluegrass Bash Pre-Show Dinner for just $20 more.
  • Pre-show dinner is in the Playhouse Dinner Theatre and lasts about 45 minutes.
  • Souvenir pictures are taken before the show.
  • Concessions are available.
  • Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the homestead.

Description

from Shepherd of the Hills Outdoor Drama
At The Shepherd of the Hills Outdoor Theatre, Harold Bell Wright's epic story of love, loss, power, hardship, and the true meaning of life is immortalized. It takes over 80 actors and actresses, 40 horses, a flock of sheep, several guns and rifles, an actual burning log cabin, and a vintage 1908 DeWitt automobile to make the live-action performance the legend that it is today.

Since the first season in 1959-60, the outdoor drama has entertained millions of Branson visitors. People who came to see the show as children come back to bring their own families. The cast members exhibit the loyalty and affection they have for the story itself. Several of them have been in the drama since its inception. The Shepherd of the Hills is not just another Ozarks show - it is the story of the Ozarks.

Join in on the full experience with a pre-show and dinner upgrade. Buck’s BBQ & Bluegrass Bash is the pre-dinner show for the Shepherd of the Hills Outdoor Drama. Enjoy a delicious BBQ meal while the Foggy Minded Fountain Boys play. The BBQ bash is located in the Playhouse Dinner Theatre and the pre-show lasts approximately 45 minutes. The pre-dinner show starts 2 hours before the Outdoor Drama.



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Frequently Asked Questions about Shepherd of the Hills Outdoor Drama

How long is the Shepherd of the Hills Outdoor Drama?

The show is approximately two hours.

Is there a pre-show dinner?

There is a pre-show dinner 2 hours before showtime for an additional $20 - included with the Buck’s BBQ & Bluegrass Bash Pre-Show Dinner ticket. Enjoy a delicious BBQ meal while the Foggy Minded Fountain Boys play. The pre-show lasts approximately 45 minutes.

Will the show be called off if it rains?

The show's director makes the determination when inclement weather threatens the performance. If it becomes necessary to cancel the performance, the decision will likely be made one hour before show time. Guests with tickets can exchange those tickets for another performance or receive a full refund.

Is the drama appropriate for young children?

Shepherd of the Hills Outdoor Drama is popular with families because of the action and live animals.

Are we required to walk from our car to the outdoor theater?

Shepherd of the Hills has jeep-drawn trams that pick visitors up in the parking lots and run directly to the theatre, so minimal walking is involved.

Is there wheelchair access at the theater?

The Outdoor Drama has wheelchair seating. The jeep-drawn trams are equipped with ramps, and our drivers are trained to assist with loading and unloading wheelchairs.

How is the amplification in the theater? Will I be able to hear the actors?

Each of the actors wears a tiny wireless microphone, and the theater has a state-of-the-art sound system so you should be able to clearly hear even the smallest whisper.