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40 WHAT'S UP! JANUARY 16-22, 2022 GRAND JUBILEE, the Grand Country Music Hall's flagship production, celebrates its 20th anniversary season starting Jan. 13 with music, comedy and razzle-dazzle from some of Branson's top talents. Emcees Jim Dandy (Jamie Haage) and Mike Patrick keep the laughs coming and momentum going; harmony-loving quartet New South and powerhouse singer Jackie Brown, backed by the Rhinestone Mafia band, deliver top-40, country, gospel and rock 'n' roll hits from your favorite eras. Shows are Mon-Sat at 7:30pm. THREE GREAT SHOWS AT GRAND COUNTRY MUSIC HALL! BRANSON COUNTRY USA extends Grand Country's reach to fans everywhere with its syndicated radio and TV broadcasts and podcast. Haage and Patrick also cohost this weekly recorded- live show, which features a rotating roster of Branson's finest entertainers and visiting legends from Mickey Gilley to the Oak Ridge Boys, along with weekly regulars Jackie Brown, Melody Hart, New South and the Grand Band. This show is Friday night at 10:30pm. COMEDY JAMBOREE features Applejack and fellow comedians Stretch McCord and Andy Parks, who keep audiences of all ages in stitches when pianist Tracy Heaston, the Jamboree Singers and the award- winning Grand Band aren't knocking their socks off with song- and-dance routines. Country hits, gospel classics, clean comedy and ridiculousness guarantee a great time. You can see this show Mon-Sat at 3pm. For more information on any of these great shows, call 417-335-2484 or visit their website at www.GrandCountry.com. One of the top attractions for families to visit in Branson is WonderWorks. The indoor "edu-tainment" park offers a wide variety of family fun activities that will keep guests learning, laughing, and making memories. Plus, they will be escaping the cold temperatures as they do it. "This winter, indoor fun is what it's all about, which is why WonderWorks just makes sense," says Brenda Dent, General Manager. "We have many interactive exhibits that will keep people entertained for hours." The top five "things to do" at WonderWorks Branson: Space Discovery. This area gives people a chance to learn about space and experience what it's like to train like an astronaut. The zone features a four- person gyroscope, an astronaut space suit, and a Mercury capsule. Physical Challenge. In this zone, guests are amazed by lying on a bed of nails, becoming a human lighting rod and playing virtual sports. The learning and fun are endless in this zone. Meterology and More. Guests can step into the Natural Disaster zone to learn about extreme weather, including the feeling 74-mile-per-hour hurricane winds and the feeling 28-degree water. XD Theater. Unlike regular theaters, this one provides viewers with an adventure like no other. The 3D film has special features, including full-range seating that has vibrations and sensations to take epic movies to the next level. Special Exhibits. WonderWorks Branson has exciting exhibits that are unique to the location. This includes The Branson Experience, the OZART Youth Art Gallery, and an American Pride theater. Each of them capture the essence of the local culture and feature history and input from those who have called Branson home. WonderWorks is located at 2835 W. 76 Country Blvd., Branson, Mo. To learn more about WonderWorks and all the fun they have to offer, visit wonderworksbranson.com or call 417-231-9999. THE BEST OF BRANSON Winter is a great time to stay indoors and have some fun in Branson! BRANSONBULLETIN