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Grand Jubilee Show

8-2-06: We just saw the Grand Jubilee for the 5th time in two years and we are considering buying the season pass next year. This is

a MUST on each of our Branson trips. We return to Branson time and time again just to see the Grand Jubilee. Trey, Mark, Matt, & Scott - New South are GREAT! I love to hear them sing. A talented group of guys. The Grand Band is the best in Branson (what a talented group of musicians!) and Todd and Kayli, Mike and Jim Dandy all add to a GREAT show! These guys aren't just great performers they are also great people. We enjoy visiting with the guys during intermissions. From Country to rock to Gospel to comedy - this show has it all! We tell everyone about the Grand Jubilee.

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Toni C
Shepherd, TX.
Grand Jubilee
New South
Recommendation: Yes
Ratings: 5 of 5
November 08, 2005
05:06 AM

We visited the show on 9/29/05,we loved it. These guys are awesome! I bought the gospel CD by New South and it is a must have for gospel music fans! The song Jesus Laughing is my favorite. Trey Wilson has an awesome voice, maybe because he is from Texas.....God's country.

Denise A
Chaffee MO
Grand Jubilee
Recommendation: Yes
Ratings: 5 of 5
October 29, 2005
09:18 AM

A must see show in Branson!! In November we will see the Grand Jubilee for the 3rd time this year! It's been the best show we've ever seen each time. My 10 year old daughter just loves New South! We tell everyone visiting Branson to see the Grand Jubilee!!!!!!!

Grand Jubilee

I’ve seen this show several times now and each time its fresh and new. I really appreciate the up tempo music because I am in my 30’s, and I really appreciate the newer song selections. However, at the same time I see older and younger viewers enjoying themselves just as much. Terry Sanders “Homer Lee” is truly an Branson Institution in himself. His comedy embodies much of why Branson is a national tourist destination. Combining these great talents on one stage is a great benefit to Branson’s visitors. -Brian

Jan Z
Nixa, Mo.
Grand Jubilee
Recommendation: Yes
Ratings: 5 of 5
August 29, 2005
05:30 AM

Grand Jubilee at the Grand Country Mall is one of my favorite places. New South Singing Group, Diana Ponder, Todd Bradshaw and Comedian Terry Sanders as Homerlee. Love all the characters of Homerlee, especially Gma Beulah and Yellow Polka Dot Bikini. This is a great family show with great seating in the theater and very accessible for handicap people. I also like Grand County's other shows Comedy Jamboree and Buck Trent. Grand Country Mall is a great place to spend time at, with places to shop and eat. I would rate their shows as the best performance with the most costume changes. I have gotten to know many of the performers and enjoy talking with them and most of the staff is very friendly.

M. A.
Branson, Missouri
Branson Show: Grand Jubilee
Recommendation: Yes
Ratings: 5
Date: May 18, 2004
Time: 9:27 PM

So you've come to Branson and want to see a show, Well, here is just one that you'll want to go. The Grand Jubilee on Highway 76,
It's music, fun and a little comedy mix.
The country and gospel sound makes you tap your feet, And the knee-slapping comedy that you just can't beat.

You'll laugh so hard that you'll want to cry,
Heartwarming songs that will make you just sigh. There's impressions of stars that we all know, And plenty of autographs after the show.
The setting is very casual, so come as you are,
You can eat a quick bite, it's not very far.
There's plenty of parking and bathrooms are clean.
Comfortable seating and lights that will gleam.
Both shopping and restaurants are all very near,
Just follow 76 and it will lead you right here.

K. L.
St. Charles, Mo
Branson Show: Grand Jubilee
Recommendation: Yes
Ratings: 5 of 5
Date: May 18, 2004
Time: 7:29 PM

We went Friday night 5/14/04 to the 8:00 show. The theater is small and intimate. The show was very high energy with a costume change after every number. The quartet New South has a great sound and the variety of music they did had something for everybody. The husband and wife duets of Jimmy and Diana Ponder were special because you could almost feel the spark of love between the two. This is a show I will definitely see again and again.

It had something for everybody. The comedian Homer Lee did the pre-show and had all the kids in the audience cracking up. His bits in the show are a riot! At intermission and after the show the performers encourage everybody to stop and talk with them and are very friendly. I would encourage everybody to see this show, as it is an under-rated gem in Branson.

Dara L
Okemah, Oklahoma
Grand Jubilee
Recommendation: Yes
Ratings: 5 of 5
September 30, 2005
11:09 AM

My family and I go to Branson every summer, and the Grand Jubilee is one of the shows that we have to see. The wonderful harmonizing of the New South Quartet to the most amazingly funny comedian Terry Sanders, makes this show
a must see. All the performers are down to earth, and very kind. It's truly a family oriented show, and if you like Country, Classic Country and Oldies type music, this is the one for you. I strongly recommend this show
to everyone.

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MB
Morisset, NSW Australia
Grand Jubilee
Recommendation: Yes
Ratings: 5 of 5
August 31, 2005
01:09 AM

We have visited Branson for seven years or more, mainly performing at 'Worldfest ' at Silver Dollar City. I first saw the Grand Jubilee Show in 2000 and loved it, it had such a variety of Comedy, music styles and professionalism.
I have visited many Branson shows and enjoyed them all but I think the Grand Jubilee show catered for all tastes. I recommend to any Aussies I know who are going on holiday to the states to visit Branson and also among other shows I recommend this show above others.

The comedy of ' Homer Lee ' has to be seen to be believed and I can see why this performer Terry Sanders has picked up so many awards, he tickles the funny bone and Aussies love to relax and enjoy themselves when they go out for the evening and homer lee certainly helps. The vocal group
New South blew me away, what harmony and style, they appeal to all age groups, although my style is country music I really enjoyed this group.
The show was worth the visits to Branson all by itself.

Review

My mom, son and I took our first vacation to Branson in June of 2005. We were fortunate enough being able to watch nine shows. The New South band was above all, the very best. It was our dream come true to come to Branson and they topped it all off.

It was just the most entertaining show, plus the comedian pulled my mom out of the audience for a scene. It was such a highlight for her as we have been through some tragedies and she had a triple bypass.

We purchased the New South C.D.'s and DVD. My mom and I fight over the c.d.'s because we just can't get enough of their beautiful talent.

We long to come back next year and we both have made a vow to see the New South show at LEAST twice while we are there. We are huge fans of theirs and will be forever.

They make it even better for me as I am losing my hearing, eventually I will be deaf. I love music and for the little time I have left of hearing, I will be listening to their sweet voices as much as possible.

Thank you New South for being part of making our dreams come true and helping us forget about the bad things for a while. One more thing. We have found that if we are having a bad day, all we have to do is play one of their c.d.'s, either the country or the gospel one, and it just helps us relax and face the rest of our day feeling better.

-Tracie B - Alvin, Texas - 03 Aug 2005 - 09:46:15

K.W.
Branson, MO
Branson Show: Grand Jubilee
Recommendation: Yes
Ratings: 5 0f 5
March 25, 2005
10:53 PM

I have attended the Grand Jubilee Several times over the past year. The theater is very intimate and laid back, no matter where you sit it still
feels like you are right in the middle of all the action! Diana and Todd both have such strong vocals and their stage presence is top notch. The
quartet New South is the best in town, they put Pierce Arrow to shame.

Jimmy has a strong tenor, Mark is the lowest bass singer I have ever heard, Dee has a smooth voice, and Trey well he can sing anything on any note! He
is the most talented singer in Branson, not to mention full of energy! The band has to be the best in town as well as the most fun to watch. The
comedy is absolutely great! Especially the denominations skit he has added!

The lights and costume changes are wonderful. I have met all the guys personally and know that the hearts behind each guy is genuine and that
they are sincere in all they say and do. I recommend this show for everyone! It has something that all can enjoy. Whether it is country, gospel, or pop, they have it all at the Grand Jubilee.

R. A. Allen
Washington IA
Branson Show: Grand Jubilee
Recommendation: Yes
Ratings: 5 0f 5
Date: February 22, 2005
Time: 07:45 PM

Over the past four years, I have visited Branson more than 20 times. I've seen just about every show, some several times. One of very favorite shows is Grand Jubilee at Grand Country.

My favorite part of the show is the New South Quartet. These four guys put everything that they can muster into their music. The harmony is some of the best I've ever heard. Mark McCauley's bass voice reverberates as he hits those low notes. Jimmy Ponders tenor voice is very polished and pleasant to listen to. Dee Allen!!!!Wow! His baritone voice is so soothing.

His talent needs to spotlighted more in the show. His personal album "Promised Land" has a version of "Cheatin' Heart" that is fantastic! to listen to. I never cared for that song until I heard his version. I would like to see that song added to their show.

Trey Wilson has a good voice, but he really needs to tone down his performance on stage. It appears to me that he is trying to stand out from the group rather than being part of it.

Their CD entitled "It's a Good Thing" is superb. I would like to see their version of "Roxanne's Bayou" and "It's a Good Thing" added to the show,
also.

Jimmy's wife, Diana also performs in the show, doing a wonderful job. Their duets are terrific! Terry, the comedian is a riot. That guy ain't right. I highly recommend this show!!!!!

Iva W.
Grand Jubilee
Recommendation: Yes
Ratings: 4 of 5
January 03, 2005
3:44 PM

We went to the Grand Jubilee for their New Year's eve show this year. This was our 5th New Year's eve in Branson. I couldn't believe how many more people there were this year then ever before. We always enjoy the New Year's eve shows in Branson. It is fun to dress up, but you can go as casual or elegant as you want.

New South certainly has improved since we heard them last fall. Terry Sanders as Homer Lee, and Cher and many other Characters makes any show a hit. He is fantastic and always so entertaining. We enjoy each of the featured performers they have in the cast. Diane Ponders sang songs that we really enjoyed, showed off her range much better then last year. The first half of the show was from their Christmas show and the 2nd was
from the regular season.

They had a packed house and planned to serve four different lines for the food and drinks. There was just so many rude people in the front of the lines by the time we at the very back of one of the lines got to the table, there was nothing left. Even had to beg for a glass of water as the bottled water was all gone. They did have sparkling grape juice in the party cups, but I must admit I enjoyed it more when one of the shows gave that to us just before midnight to toast in the New Year.

The show began at 9 p.m and was about 50 minutes then they had us stand and started the lines for the food. At about 11:07 the show began again, but it seemed they ran out of show a little before midnight, so they re introduced everyone on the stage. Then the countdown and the balloon drop. I don't think anyone was quite ready to leave. But I know the performers and had a long evening.