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Emergency Appeal:

Help Us Replace Our Broken HVAC Units

 

At the Branson Regional Arts Council, our stage is more than a place for performances, it’s a hub for creativity, learning, and community connection.

From our energetic kids’ programs to the beloved productions that bring neighbors together, we’re proud to be a space where everyone can experience the magic of live theatre.

It is with a heavy heart that we acknowledge the recent closure of another community theater in our area due to financial constraints. Given no funding from the city and limited grants, we must implore our community to assist us. Ticket sales alone are insufficient to sustain the theater’s operations.

Right now, we’re facing a challenge: our HVAC system has broken down, and replacing it is essential to keep our theatre safe and comfortable for our young performers, volunteers, and audiences.

We’re raising $60,000 to replace our HVAC units, and we need your help to:

  • Ensure a cool, safe space for our children’s theatre workshops and rehearsals.
  • Keep our community performances enjoyable for all, even in the summer heat.
  • Help us continue offering affordable arts programming to families in our area.

Ways to help:
– Make a donation — every gift helps us reach our goal.
– Share our campaign with friends and family.
– Sponsor a unit or contribute toward installation costs.

Let’s keep the curtain rising and the theatre thriving — for our kids, our community, and the joy of the arts.

With gratitude,
BRAC Board of Directors & Luke Menard BRAC Executive Director
info@bransonarts.org

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⭐ Annual Sponsor Spotlight: GIVE 5

At the Branson Regional Arts Council, we know that strong arts organizations are built on more than creativity alone — they are sustained by people who are willing to give their time, talents, and heart to the community. That’s why we are grateful for the work of GIVE 5, an organization dedicated to connecting experience with purpose.

Serving Taney and Stone Counties, GIVE 5 is a unique civic‑matchmaking program that introduces retired and nearly retired adults to meaningful volunteer opportunities with local nonprofit organizations. Through guided classes, nonprofit site visits, and thoughtful conversation, participants gain a behind‑the‑scenes look at the needs of our community and the many organizations working to meet them.

What makes GIVE 5 especially impactful is its intentional approach. Participants are not simply asked to volunteer — they are given the opportunity to explore where their skills, interests, and life experience can make the greatest difference. Graduates of the program are encouraged to “give five” hours per month, and many go on to serve far beyond that initial commitment, becoming long‑term volunteers, advocates, and community leaders.

For organizations like the Branson Regional Arts Council, this kind of thoughtful volunteer engagement is invaluable. The arts thrive when passionate, informed community members step forward to support performances, exhibitions, education programs, and behind‑the‑scenes operations. GIVE 5 helps cultivate exactly that kind of involvement — connecting people who want to serve with organizations that rely on committed volunteers to fulfill their mission.

Locally, GIVE 5 is facilitated through Our Lady of the Lake Catholic Church in Branson, bringing together community partners, nonprofit leaders, and participants in a welcoming and supportive environment. The relationships formed through the program extend well beyond the classroom, strengthening connections across our nonprofit community and creating lasting impact throughout the region.

As an Annual Sponsor, GIVE 5 plays an important role in supporting the nonprofit ecosystem that allows arts and cultural organizations to flourish. We are thankful for their commitment to service, connection, and community — and for the many GIVE 5 graduates who continue to give back in ways both seen and unseen.

To learn more about GIVE 5 or upcoming classes, visit https://www.ollbranson.com/give5

🎭☀️ NOW ON SALE — 2026 BRAC Summer Youth Institute Programs! ☀️🎭

Registration is officially OPEN for all 2026 Summer Youth Institute productions at the beautiful Historic Owen Theatre.  Spots are limited!
Choose your program below and click the link under each show to register for that specific group. No auditions or prior experience required.

💲 $300 per student (3-week session)
💳 Card payments +$10 convenience fee (Total $310)
✅ Includes classes, performances, personal script, and logo t-shirt
🎓 Limited scholarships available

🎩 Ages 6–12

Disney’s Alice in Wonderland JR
📅 May 26 – June 11, 2026
Directors: Lara Menard & Cherie Stanley     Music Director: Lizzy Hinton

👉 REGISTER HERE:  Alice in Wonderland Jr. Registration

 

 

🏀 Ages 13–18

Disney’s High School Musical 2 JR
📅 May 26 – June 11, 2026
Directors: Kyle & Kellsey Bradley      Music Director: Julie Brinkman

👉 REGISTER HERE:  High School Musical 2 Jr. Registration

 

 

❤️ Ages 6–13

Annie JR
📅 June 18 – July 10, 2026
Director: Nicole Horton      Music Director: Lizzy Hinton

👉 REGISTER HERE: Annie Jr. Registration 

 

 

 

⭐ These programs fill quickly every year.  Secure your spot today and get ready for an unforgettable summer on stage!

Questions? Contact the Branson Regional Arts Council for details at Info@Bransonarts.org or call the box office at 417-336-4255

🎭☀️ BRAC Summer Youth Institute 2026 — Registration Goes On Sale Wednesday! ☀️🎭

This is your official announcement that Branson Regional Arts Council Summer Youth Institute registration will open ONLINE this Wednesday, February 25, 2026 at 10:00 AM.

Join us this summer at the beautiful Historic Owen Theatre for one of the most exciting youth theatre experiences in the region.  Open to performers of all experience levels. NO auditions or prior experience required!

💲 Cost: $300 per student for the full 3-week session
💳 Card payments include a $10 convenience fee (Total: $310)
✅ Includes all classes, public performances, a personal script, and official logo t-shirt
🎓 Limited scholarships available


🌟 First Summer Institute

📅 May 26 – June 11, 2026
(Age determined as of May 28, 2026)

🎩 Group 1 — Ages 6–12

Disney’s Alice in Wonderland JR
Directors: Lara Menard & Cherie Stanley
🕗 Classes: Mon–Fri, 8:00 AM – 11:30 AM

🎟️ Performances:
• Thu, June 11 — 7:00 PM
• Fri, June 12 — 2:00 PM
• Sat, June 13 — 10:00 AM
• Sun, June 14 — 2:00 PM


🏀 Group 2 — Ages 13–18

Disney’s High School Musical 2 JR
Directors: Kyle & Kellsey Bradley
🕛 Classes: Mon–Fri, 12:00 PM – 3:30 PM

🎟️ Performances:
• Fri, June 12 — 7:00 PM
• Sat, June 13 — 2:00 PM & 7:00 PM
• Sun, June 14 — 7:00 PM

Additional production team to be announced.


🌟 Second Summer Institute

📅 June 18 – July 10, 2026
(Age determined as of June 18, 2026)

❤️ Ages 6–13

Annie JR
Director: Nicole Horton
🕗 Classes: Mon–Fri, 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM
🚫 No class on July 3

🎟️ Performances:
• Fri, July 10 — 7:00 PM
• Sat, July 11 — 2:00 PM & 7:00 PM
• Sun, July 12 — 7:00 PM

Additional production team to be announced.


⭐ Spots are limited and these programs fill quickly each year.  Be ready to register when it opens Wednesday morning! 🎶✨

🎭 Announcing BRAC’s 2026 Youth Summer Institute Productions! 🎭

The Branson Regional Arts Council is excited to unveil our three incredible Youth Summer Institute productions for 2026! This summer is going to be filled with unforgettable stage experiences for young performers of all ages.

🌟 High School Musical 2

Ages 13–18
Summer Institute: May 26 – June 11, 2026
Performances: June 11 – June 14, 2026


🐰 Alice in Wonderland Jr.

Ages 6–12
Summer Institute: May 26 – June 11, 2026
Performances: June 11 – June 14, 2026


☀️ Annie Jr.

Ages 6–13
Summer Institute: June 18 – July 10, 2026
Performances: July 10 – July 12, 2026


🎟 Registration is coming soon!
Stay tuned for an announcement on when registration will officially open.

Follow our BRAC Facebook page and visit BransonArts.org for the latest updates and registration details.

We can’t wait to welcome the next generation of performers to the stage at BRAC in 2026!

🎭 Special Abilities Showcase – Auditions Announcement 🎶

The Historic Owen Theatre is seeking talented performers on the Autism Spectrum, with Down Syndrome, and other developmental disabilities who have a passion for the performing arts! If you love singing, acting, dancing, playing an instrument, or showcasing any other special talent, we would love for you to be part of our Special Abilities Showcase

Click Here for all the Auditions Details

Audition Details:    📅 February 7    ⏰ 1:00–4:00 PM   📍 Historic Owen Theatre

Come share your talent, creativity, and joy on stage in a supportive and inclusive environment.

We can’t wait to see what makes you shine! ✨

🎭 2026 Season Passes Are Here! 🎭

Experience the best of live theatre with a 2026 Season Pass from Branson Regional Arts Council! With one convenient pass, you’ll enjoy all five of our remaining Mainstage productions in 2026, plus exclusive benefits designed to make your theatre experience effortless and rewarding.

Click Here to purchase season pass👉 Tickets.BransonArts.org/season

Season Pass will include:  Murder on the Orient Express, Diary of a Wimpy Kid, Grease, Charlie and The Chocolate Factory, Christmas Belles

Summer Theatre Youth Institute Productions TBA.  Announcement coming very soon!

What’s Included with Your 2026 Season Pass:
5 tickets — one ticket to each of our 5 remaining Mainstage productions
Exclusive early access to reserve your seats before tickets go on sale to the public on March 1, 2026
Flexible redemption — use your tickets anytime during the 2026 season
Easy ticket exchanges if your plans change

Please note: Special events are not included and are sold separately or may be available to BRAC Members.

🎟️ Secure your seats and enjoy the season! For full details and to purchase your Season Pass, visit:
👉 Tickets.BransonArts.org/season

Don’t miss a moment of our 2026 season!  Join us for unforgettable performances all year long!

          The Branson Regional Arts Council is proud to announce the cast of the second production of our 2026 season, Agatha Christie’s Murder on the Orient Express.  We are profoundly grateful for the over 30 talented people who came to auditions and only wish we could use more of them to bring this classic story to the stage.
Join us March 13-22 to see the following great performers tell this story of murder and intrigue:
Hercule Poirot – Sean Neil Myers
Constantine Bouc – Mindy Law
Mary Debenham – Annie Henson
Colonel Arbuthnot – Tierce Carmody
Hector MacQueen – Kyle Jacobs
Michel the Conductor – Elijah Lyons
Princess Dragomiroff – Melinda Prince
Greta Ohlsson – Loran Polson
Countess Andrenyi – Maddy Bridges
Mrs. Helen Hubbard – Abby Reeve
Samuel Ratchett – Kyle Denton
Head Waiter – Henry Van Allan
Ensemble Crew – Claire Denton, Philip Schirmer
Congratulations to our cast!  We cannot wait to share this production with our community.

Thank you to all of the student performers who showed up and gave their best at our recent auditions. We truly appreciate the time, preparation, and effort each of you brought to the Historic Owen Theatre. Below is the Spring Semester 2026 cast list for both groups.  Congratulations to all selected members.

Crescendo Troupe – Spring 2026
Adelaide Martin
Emmit Johnson
Gatlin Stuart
Grace Stuart
Henley Rosecrans
Jaselyn Jones
Kate Sutherland
Lillie Ingram
Mia Hatten
Paisley Buttram
Reagan Hoagland
Seth Roland

Staccato Troupe – Spring 2026
Maggie Blackstock
Lee Brown
Abbie Gunzel
Maggie Marks
Tabitha Steinagel
Kelsi Stokes
Zoey Viola
Abigail White
Molly Whitney

Congratulations to all of our Staccato and Crescendo members. We are looking forward to a fantastic Spring 2026 season!

Crescendo and Staccato Audition Announcement!! Auditions will be held on Saturday, January 10, 2026 at the Historic Owen Theatre.

Crescendo Auditions (Ages 7-12) 12pm-1pm

Staccato Auditions (Ages 13-18) 2pm-4pm

BRAC’s STACCATO AUDITION INFO: We are seeking a select number of students ages 13-18 for this Spring’s Staccato troupe!
We are pleased to welcome Kristin Cartwright as our new vocal instructor. Our new choreographer will be announced at a later date.
Auditions will be held:
● Saturday, January 10, 2026 from 2pm-4pm.
● Historic Owen Theatre (205 S Commercial St, Branson, MO 65616)
AUDITION REQUIREMENTS (NEW/RETURNING*)
*Returning members are being asked to “audition” so that the new production team will be able to meet you and see what you’re able to do as well. Your membership in Staccato is not in jeopardy! We just want to get to know you!
1. SING: Please come prepared to sing a 60 second cut of a song in a musical theatre style. There will be a bluetooth speaker and aux cable provided to play the accompaniment track from your device. We will also vocalize each singer’s range.
2. READ: We will be providing short scenes to cold read. It’s not memorized and allows the production team to hear acting choices and see chemistry when reading opposite another person. Loosen up, have fun, and make some daring choices!
3. DANCE: You will be taught a short dance combination so that we can determine skill level and ability. Please wear jazz shoes or sneakers as well as comfortable clothing.
Staccato Class Schedule (Saturdays 9:00am-12:00pm)
* Note: There may be make-up days or extra rehearsals added if needed.
● January: 17, 24, 31
● February: 7, 14, 21, 28
● March: 7**, 14, 28 (March 21 is Spring Break)
● April: 4**
Dress/Tech: TBA
**9:00a – 2:00p combined with Crescendo
Spring Showcase: Friday, April 10, 7 pm & Saturday, April 11, 2 pm
Tuition & Fees (if selected):
● $250 per semester ($50 registration fee + $200 tuition)
*Limited Scholarships available