Cathy Rigby in her roll as Peter Pan.*
Please Note this article is from 2010 and is here for archival purposes only.
“On a daily basis, Branson has an amazing number of attractions and fun things for kids and families to do” said Paul Miller, General Manager of the Branson Tourism Center. In terms of Branson’s normal attractions and activities for kids and families there is everything from its lakes and all they offer; to the international award winning 1880s theme park Silver Dollar City; two million gallons of cooling wet fun offered by White Water with its seven story “Kalani Tower” multiple lane water slide; golf, miniature golf, go karts, water boats and just about every other fun thing imaginable from zip lines to bungee jumping.
Miller said, “KidsFest, one of the biggest festivals of the year for Silver Dollar City is currently going on and will run until August 8.” In addition to the rides, shows, crafts and everything else there is to do at Silver Dollar City there are additional KidsFest activities and entertainment such as the magic of Peter Gossamer, Sponge Bob, VeggieTales stunt dogs and much more. “The plate of fun in Branson is so overflowing it’s hard to imagine being able to fit anything else on it,” he said, “but sprinkle it with a little pixie dust and anything is possible.”
“What goes better with pixie dust than the adventures of the boy who can magically fly and never grows old?” Miller asks. The story of Peter Pan has been told in many ways since the Scottish novelist J. M. Barrie created him and holds a special fascination for children of all ages. The presentation of “Peter Pan,” staring Kathy Rigby, opening for a limited engagement in Branson on July 6 and running through August 15 is a world class production filled with excitement, beautiful sets and action as she flies above the stage, takes the audience into the magical world of Peter Pan and shares not only the magical pixie dust, but the joy, adventure and magic of Peter Pan..
Miller believes that Peter Pan provides a wonderful entertainment experience for families to share together and points out the show received excellent reviews during its 2009 engagement. One reviewer, in a review entitled “Peter Pan..What a Show!!” posted on the “Show Forum” of 1Branson.Com said, “I ventured into Neverland last night and came home changed forever OK, that may be a bit of a stretch, but we did have to comb the pixy dust out of our hair. Peter Pan is everything you would expect from a professional Broadway production. Fantastic performances from the entire cast, great set work, superb special effects including flying like you’ll never see anywhere else…. it’s a definite 5 Star production”
Miller continues, “July is one of the most popular times of the year in Branson for families.” He suggests making advance reservations for Peter Pan and lodging to insure not only availability, but the best seats and accommodations. He recommends contacting the Branson Tourism Center, one of Branson’s largest and most trusted vacation planning services by calling either their toll free number 1-800-785-1550 or through their website www.BransonTourismCenter.com.
* Photo courtesy of McCoyRigby.com