Something's New in Branson, Missouri, For 2010

Actually, a lot of things are new in Branson for 2010. Let's talk about what's fresh in Branson.

During April and May, you can See the World in Branson. This is a new annual event that showcases all the food, entertainment and attractions that have made Branson such a popular destination for visitors from around the globe. In fact, Branson really is an international event, with something Chinese, Japanese, Samoan, Russian and, of course, American to enjoy.

At the Andy Williams Moon River Theatre, you can see Andy perform during the fall and at Christmas. But there's more. Bill Haley's Original Comets will pair up with Paul Revere and the Raiders for a show.

The Dutton Family Theatre will play host to The Cat's Pajamas, a voice quartet that is reputed to have revolutionized a capella performance. They've performed around the world. Tenor George Dyer will also have a new show. Bluegrass music will come to the Dutton with the Redhead Express.

More than 50 performers will show their martial arts skills at The Legend of Kung Fu. The show combines martial arts and acrobatics. The group has already appeared more than 3,000 times in China, Canada, England and Australia. The show is set for May at The White House Theatre.

Over at the Oak Ridge Boys Theatre, you'll find the Gatlin Brothers and Debby Boone. Neal McCoy and Buck Trent will be at the Clay Cooper Theatre.

Yakov's Moscow Circus will kick off at Yakov's Theatre, where Andrei the Clown, Irina Markova and her dogs and cats, Marina the Ballerina and Anthony Soumiatin, the national unicycling champion, will act out their variety of silliness. The exciting acrobatics of Cirque Montage will come to the Starlite Theatre.

Silver Dollar City will unveil its new Tom and Huck's Riverblast raft ride. The Welk Resort will introduce The Splash-A-Torium, a water attraction. The Branson Scenic Railway will feature The Polar Express for kids at Christmastime.

At the White River Comedy Club, look for stand-up comics. They're not just amateurs, either. Some have appeared on David Letterman, Jay Leno, HBO, Showtime, Comedy Central and Last Comic Standing.

There's more to list and more to come. It looks like a great year in and around Branson. It's time to make your reservations!