Sticks And Stones…

People are calling us names, and it’s not always Hamner Barber.   We don’t really mind however, because we are glad that people are talking about our Branson show.  However you spell it… our name means Fun Family Entertainment!

As we enter into the middle of our 7th successful season in Branson, the mispellings and pronunciations are fewer and farther between, yet they do continue to pop up both online and in person.  The name we hear most often is “Hanna Barbera” and they always wonder if Yogi Bear or the Flintstones will come walking out on stage.  Other names include “Hamer and Barber,” “Hammer Barber,” “Hammer Bobber,” “Hamner Baker,” and “Hammer Barker.“ 

Just in case you didn’t make the connection, our name comes from the combination of the last names of our featured, headline performers: Dave & Denise Hamner and Jim Barber.

If you are visiting Branson, Missouri and were really looking forward to seeing the “Hanna Barbera Show,” we recommend you pack up the kids and head over to Yogi Bear’s Jellystone Park™ … formerly Shoals Bend RV Resort just minutes from downtown Branson!  It’s a great place to camp out in your RV or rent one of their cozy cabins.  Then, of course, head over to the Hamner Barber Theater so the kids (and the adults) can enjoy all the amazing magic, comedy, tropical birds, dancers and fun of the one and only “Hamner Barber Variety Show.“

We received this recording today on our comment line from US Navy Reserve Captain (Retired) Gary Stoffels who attended the Hamner Barber Variety Show this week. We appreciate his comments and are honored that he thought so highly of our show, especially our magical tribute to Veterans. We are very proud of all of our Veterans who gave of themselves so that we can afford the Freedoms we enjoy as Americans.  Thank you Gary for your heartfelt comments!

We’d love to hear from you as well… please call our comment line at 1-417-429-2711 and let us know what you thought of our theater, shows or your Branson vacation in general.

(An Australian Greeting)

G’day cobber! According to Joe Bloggs, the Hamner Barber Theater is a real hum dinger! You bet your boots you’ll be happy as Larry when you bring your little Vegemites to see our shows. Come over ‘ere and ‘ave an optic at magic, comedy, music and dance. We may not be true blue Aussie’s, but between you, me and the gatepost… the good oil says we’re bonzer for the sheilas, blokes and ankle biters to boot. Our morning show Ricky Boen and Texas Mud is a rip snorter. Their Texas Swing is grouse. Dig a hole and bury me, it just doesn’t get better than this! The magical comedy of the Hamner Barber Variety Show will give you a stunned mullet while you go off like a Chinese New Year. You’ll see flying cockies as the Hamners produce coins and cards flat out like a lizard drinking. Funny man Jim Barber has a few Kangaroos loose in the top paddock, but he’s a gun at the art of ventriloquism, ridgie didge. So don’t dilly-dally. Get on the dog and bone and give us a yap at 888-335-2080 for cheap. Will you love us heaps? Does Jack Newton swim in circles? We’ll see you ‘round like a risole, but until then have a gander at our website: www.HamnerBarber.com. Thank you friend!

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(An American Translation)

Magical Parrots & A Talking Mutt at the Hamner Barber Theater

The Hamners Magical Birds with Jim Barber & Chico Pete

From the moment the curtain opens on the Hamner Barber Variety Show, the audience is transported to a magical world where beautiful tropical birds appear seemingly out of nowhere, flying over the heads of the astonished audience.

With all the action, one would think an umbrella would be in order, but fortunately that isn’t the case.  Famed Illusionists The Hamners have worked diligently with their friendly flock of magical birds to ensure that an accidental blessing from above doesn’t befall an audience member.

Master Ventriloquist Jim Barber’s canine sidekick Chico Pete is another story all-together.  While he’s fairly confined to Jim himself, Chico often let’s loose with hilarious songs and frisky humor that may leave the audience rolling in the aisles.

That’s just the tip of the iceberg of incredible family entertainment awaiting you at the Hamner Barber Variety Show.  There are amazing original illusions galore that you won’t find in any other magic show in the World.  Jim Barber’s unique puppet characters and multi-octave singing voice will even have the audience becoming part of this fun Branson show.

Individually, The Hamners and Jim Barber have headlined their acts in such mecca’s of entertainment as Las Vegas, Laughlin, Reno, Atlantic City, Atlantis Resort, and even Hollywood’s Famed Magic Castle to name a few.  Together, they combine two amazing variety acts into one incredible show that can only be seen at the Hamner Barber Theater in Branson, Missouri.

By the way, the theater gift shop carries a wide array of magic tricks, photos, dvd videos, quality jewelry, and just in case… umbrellas too!

PERFORMANCE SCHEDULE

Hamner Barber Variety Show February – December 2010

2010 BOX OFFICE RATES Adult (18+) $ 29.50 Teen (13-17) $ 16.50 Child (4-12) $ 8.50 Infant (0-3) FREE 11.6% sales tax additional

A Top Ten Show Recommendation for a March Spring Break in Branson!

Spring break in Branson is one of the most popular activities for school kids and their families to experience together while traveling on vacation. March is one of the busiest months of the year for a Spring break getaway and Branson, Missouri is without a doubt the most family friendly vacation destination in the country.  Whether you go to school in Missouri, Oklahoma, Arkansas, Kansas, Illinois, Iowa, Nebraska, Minnesota or anywhere else… you will find your best family vacation destination is Branson, Missouri.

With over 100 shows and attractions to choose from, there is something for everyone to enjoy.  One of the most popular of the best shows in Branson for families is the Hamner Barber Variety Show featuring incredible magic illusions of The Hamner’s, the wacky comedy of ventriloquist and singer Jim Barber, and a talented troupe of amazing dancers.  This show is a hit with kids of all ages, from 2 to 92.

The Hamner Barber Theater offers plenty of safe, level-parking so access to and from the theater is easier and safer than many of the steep and slippery parking lots around town.  With over 600 seats in the intimate theater, even the largest groups and family reunions can sit together and enjoy the Branson show.

The Hamner Barber Concession Stand is stocked with all of your favorite candies and sodas, and many have said that it has the best tasting popcorn in all of Branson.  Kids love the Dip N’ Dots Ice Cream, Nachos, and Jumbo Dill Pickles, just to mention a few of the items available.  This year the theater is offering a one-of-a-kind 32 once Hamner Barber Souvenir Soda Cup that is dishwasher safe.  Take it home after the show and use it again and again.

The Hamner Barber Gift Shop carries an assortment of great magic tricks that will amaze friends, cute and cuddly hand puppets, DVD videos and audio CD’s as well as a large assortment of beautiful jewelry, purses, scarves, and more for Mom and Grandma.

When you make your Branson Spring Break plans, be sure to include the Hamner Barber Variety Show on your itinerary.  Thousands of students from across the country have experienced the magic, comedy, music and dance at the Hamner Barber Theater, and come back year after year with their families during their school break in the Spring and also during their summer vacations to Branson.

The educational and inspirational multimedia tribute to American Veterans is an important history lesson with a spectacular magical twist.  The family friendly comedy, award-winning original magic illusions, music and dance of our multi-talented cast will entertain every member of your family.  Come see for yourself or purchase tickets safely and securely online now by visiting our Hamner Barber Ticket Sales page.

In celebration of the sixth season of the Hamner Barber Theater, The Wings of Christmas, opens on November 1, 2009.

This will be the biggest version of the show yet with new illusions and a special tribute to all of our beloved American Veterans.

Make plans now, to join us in Branson during Ozark Mountain Christmas!

A BRANSON HOLIDAY FAVORITE (Nov through mid-Dec)

The Hamner Barber Theater invites you to experience the magic of “The Wings of Christmas,” our original holiday production that will amaze and inspire you at the same time.

The first half features the best of our award winning Hamner Barber Variety Show, featuring the incredible illusions of The Hamners, as seen on NBC’s “World’s Greatest Magic” and other TV specials. Co-star Jim Barber will have you rolling in the aisles with his inventive comedy ventriloquism. Jim has been featured on many television programs including, CBS’s “Late Show with David Letterman.”

The second half is pure imagination and whimsical fun. As the curtain opens on the second half, the audience is transported through the magic of multimedia to an animated world of childhood Christmas memories. The entire cast performs favorite cartoon classics from A Charlie Brown’s Christmas, Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer and The Grinch Who Stole Christmas. Jim Barber as “The Grinch” is engaging and creative as he dances in and out of a video screen while singing the holiday classic from the film of the same name.

The Hamners rekindle fond memories of early Christmas presents as they magically produce some magical toys that when combined with Dave Hamner’s imagination, become real and bigger than life.

Santa & Mrs. Claus Sing a Holiday Classic with a Twist!

Music is the thread that weaves this production together. Featured are the beautiful vocals of both Dave Hamner and Jim Barber. Also featured is Jim’s talented wife Diane Barber. The Barber’s magically appear and serenade each other with a cleverly revised version of “Baby It’s Cold Outside.” A terrific troupe of singing dancers rounds out the cast.

The spectacular finale will bring you to your feet with applause, featuring our theme song written by T.J. Kuenster especially for this production. T.J. has been the musical conductor for Country Music Hall of Famer, Glen Campbell for over 30 years. He has also written musical scores for many animated feature films including “All Dogs Go To Heaven” and “Rock-A-Doodle”. His original score, “Wings of Christmas” is the perfect piece to conclude this spectacular production.

The entire cast joins Dave Hamner and Jim Barber onstage as a large flock of beautiful birds appear flying to center stage over the heads of the amazed audience. Many folks may not appreciate the intense training that it took for this spectacular fly-in, but they are stunned and delighted at the shear beauty and the power of the experience.

SPECIAL ADDITION TO THE SHOW
The most popular additional to the Hamner Barber show this year has been a magical, multimedia tribute to veterans and active military.  This will certainly be a highlight of the show for years to come. Having been in production for over two years, the new segment includes rare and exclusive video, stirring vocals and dance with a spectacular, never-before-seen, magical illusion.

This November and December, please join us for the Hamner Barber Theater’s production of “The Wings of Christmas.”

One of Branson’s best kept secrets, is the incredible “Party With The Stars,” sponsored by Branson.com and the League of Branson Theatre Owners and Show Producers.

The public is encouraged to attend, but the real stars of the event will be our local Branson area residents who have supported tourism and the theater industry for so long. This year, the Live Music Show Capital of the World is celebrating 50 years of providing the BEST in live entertainment to millions of visitors from around the globe.

The fun takes place on Saturday evening, October 3rd at the beautiful Chateau On The Lake. Dave Hamner and Jim Barber will be attending, along with dozens of other celebrity entertainers and personalities from across the Ozarks. If you are in the area, DO NOT MISS this fun event full of entertainment and surprises galore!

The tickets are priced very affordable so that everyone can attend.

For more information visit PartyWithTheStars.com today!