March 5, 2010 (Branson, Missouri) - The Baldknobbers began the family entertainment phenomenon in 1959, when the four Mabe brothers began entertaining fisherman on the downtown Branson lakefront. Today, over fifty years later, the second and third generations of the Mabe family continue that family tradition of combining your favorite country classics, with hot-new country hits and hilarious country comedy into a fast paced show. It's the songs you know and comedy everyone (even the kids) can relate to.

The Mabe brothers adopted the name of an old Ozarks vigilante group that held their meetings on a treeless hilltop or "bald knob". So when the Mabe brothers started Branson's first show, it was just natural to take a regional name.

Second generation and producer, Tim Mabe, known to many as Droopy Drawers, Jr., says, "My dad and uncles founded the hillbilly humor of the Baldknobbers on the adage of the city slicker who comes to town to take advantage of the old hillbilly. And the hillbilly always gets the last laugh. The jokes are different but over 50 years later, it still holds true."

Tim goes on to say, "We are one of the few shows that do an all new show each year. That means all new comedy, new music and even new costumes. And our show is completely live with some of the best singers and musicians in the country."

"The Baldknobbers show is entirely a group effort. Every cast member gets to put their stamp on our new show each year. The Baldknobbers don't have a star, the show is our star," Tim said.

Second generation Baldknobber and bandleader Brent Mabe says, "All of us play at least a couple of instruments and almost all of us sing---yep even the comedians. It is a pleasure to work with such a great group of professionals, but more than that we have lots of fun. We all love what we do and even if you're not related to us, you're still family!"

Longtime Baldknobbers' fans and new fans alike appreciate the Baldknobbers' family traditions. It's the great music and side-splitting comedy that have made this show popular from generation to generation. Come celebrate over 50 years of family fun with The Baldknobbers Jamboree!

The Baldknobbers Jamboree Show-"The Show That Started It All"-is located on the famed 76 Country Music Boulevard in Branson, Missouri, with performances Monday through Saturday at 8 PM beginning in March and running through mid-December. For tickets and to confirm show times and dates go to www.Baldknobbers.com or call toll free 800-998-8908.

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March 1, 2010 (Branson, Missouri) - Friday night the curtain goes up on the 51st year of the show that started it all in Branson, The Baldknobbers.

Tim Mabe, the show's producer and comedian "Droopy Drawers, Jr." anchors the funniest comedy team in Branson of Stub Meadows and Hargus Marcel.

"We have added three new faces to the Baldknobbers stage. With the addition of Megan, Dean and Robbie to our already talented cast, this year's show will be lots of fun!"

New to the Baldknobbers stage is female vocalist, Megan McCombs, originally from Pella, Iowa, on steel guitar and dobro is Dean Holman and on drums is Robbie Blackwood. Go to The Cast page at Baldknobbers.com and find out more.

Tim goes on to say, "We are one of the few shows that do an all new show each year. That means all new comedy, new music and even new costumes. And our show is completely live with some of the best singers and musicians in the country."

Brothers Bill, Jim, Lyle and Bob Mabe began Branson's first live entertainment show in 1959 by mixing gospel, country, and blue-grass music with zany comedy. The original Baldknobbers Jamboree created the prototype for shows in what has become the live entertainment capital of the world.

Now over fifty years later, the Mabe Family continues their family legacy of great country music and hilarious comedy as the 2nd & 3rd generations carry on the family tradition of great country music and hilarious comedy. Six members of the Mabe family are joined by eleven other dynamic singers, musicians, comedians, and entertainers who perform your favorite Country Classics, Hot-New Country Hits, and Lots Side-Splitting Comedy. Life Magazine said, "Branson is the Baldknobbers!"

The Baldknobbers Jamboree Show is located on the famed 76 Country Music Boulevard in Branson, Missouri, with performances Monday through Saturday at 8 PM. For tickets call 800-998-8908 or www.Baldknobbers.com

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(June 22, 2009) Branson, MO - The Baldknobbers Jamboree, , was recognized on Saturday June 20, 2009 for founding the Live Music Show Industry in Branson, Missouri at a celebration for their 50th Anniversary. The Mabe family and the cast of the Baldknobbers was joined Branson entertainers, dignitaries and friends during the Baldknobbers Jamboree Show.

“I am honored that so many of our neighbors and friends joined us for this celebration! When the Mabe family started the Baldknobbers 50 years ago, we really had no idea where Branson would be today. The Baldknobbers have entertained millions of people and to be entertaining guests 50 years later, I am extremely proud of my family,” said Katie Mabe, owner and co-founder.

Missouri Governor Jay Nixon through a Governor’s proclamation pronounced “the Baldknobbers’ tradition of country music and comedy has provided family oriented entertainment that has drawn audiences from all over the world.”

Honored guests spoke and presented the Baldknobbers with several awards.

Missouri Senator Jack Goodman presented the Baldknobbers and the Mabe family a Missouri Senate Resolution for “Honoring the strong legacy and heritage of professional entertainment, wholesome entertainment and good family entertainment that the Baldknobbers started and continued to provide in Southwest Missouri.”

Missouri State Representative Dennis Wood presented the Baldknobbers with a Missouri House Resolution and added, “Family is what it’s all about in Branson. When you talk about family you’ve got to talk about the Mabes. What you have done and what you have preserved here will be cherished forever.”

“It is pleasure to congratulate you all (the Baldknobbers) on 50 years of continued entertainment,” said, Bob Smith III, Interim Director of Missouri Division of Tourism.

Branson Mayor, Raeanne Presley, declared June 20, 2009 Baldknobbers Day.

Join the Mabe family and the entire cast of the Baldknobbers for the year-long 50th Anniversary celebration in 2009. The Baldknobbers Jamboree Show—“The Show That Started It All”—is located on the famed 76 Country Music Boulevard in Branson, Missouri, with performances Monday through Saturday at 8 PM.

For tickets call 800-998-8908 or www.Baldknobbers.com

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By Heather Berry
RURALMISSOURI.ORG



It’s 7 p.m. and the Mabe (rhymes with “babe”) family and other cast members begin to
mosey into their dressing rooms to prepare for the show. Laughter and conversation
quickly fill the air and no one seems the least bit stressed by the fact the curtain will go up in less than an hour. Other than tuning their instruments, there’s no need for practice, as most of the cast has been performing together for years.

The door to one dressing room stands open. While you might think this room, where two
comedians warm up, would be the loudest room in the place, it’s surprisingly void of...(Click Here to Read More)

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