One of the reasons Branson, Missouri has become known as the Live Entertainment Capital of the World is the fabulous family-friendly shows located all throughout the city. In addition to music and variety shows, comedy shows are fast becoming the must-see shows in Branson. To help you better understand which comedy shows are best suited for you and your family, here are a few shows you might consider.
- Pierce Arrow
Over 3 million people have seen a Pierce Arrow show, and now Branson is getting in on the act. The famous singing quartet and comic brilliantly combines song with comedy for a uniquely fun experience! Funny guy James Sibley's credits include writing for Saturday Night Live and My Name Is Earl. Meanwhile, the singing foursome have opened for Sarah Palin, George W. Bush, and appeared on the Bob & Tom Show. Tickets are from $35 - 37.
- Comedy Hypnosis Dinner Show
Jecobie Roberts brings her big personality to this dinner show where audience members can offer themselves up to participate in the action. With a quick wit, there's nothing getting past her, especially if she hypnotizes you to sleep! You'll be left astounded and maybe even a little confused. But if there's one thing you won't be, it's hungry. Dinner starts at 6:30, and the show starts at 7:30.
- Comedy Jamboree
Get ready for some fun comedy the whole family can enjoy as comedians Applejack, Harley Worthit and Stretch McCord lead the Comedy Jamboree. In addition to hilarious comedy skits, Comedy Jamboree features some of today’s best country music and clogging. The show is performed daily at 3:00 p.m., January through December at Branson’s Grand Country Music Hall. Adult tickets are $32, while children 4 to 17 are $15. Family passes are available for $65.
- C.J. Newsom's Classic Country & Comedy
Frequent visitors to Branson may have wondered what happened to Patsy Cline and Friends. Well, now it's be reestablished as C.J. Newsom's Classic Country & Comedy! Join C.J.'s band, the Re-Cliners (a Patsy Cline cover band...get it?), as well as funnyman Terry Sanders for a night of foot-stomping, clapping along to the beat, and holding your side stitches from laughter. Shows are at 7:30 and tickets are $39.50 for adults and $25 from teens 13-17. Children under 12 are free.
- Yakov in Branson
Enjoy an evening with one of the world’s most popular and most loved comedians Yakov Smirnoff. During this show, you’ll experience a full night of laughter and patriotism with Yakov’s unique style of comedy. The show runs Tuesday through Sundays and is dark on Mondays. Showtime is 4:30 p.m. Tickets start at $40.
