You’ll sing along to classic 80s hits in Branson’s Americana Theatre, laugh with locals on the dance floor, and pick up your tickets right at the box office. Expect a lively crowd, throwback tunes performed live, and moments that might surprise you with nostalgia or laughter.
“You remember this one?” That’s what the guy next to me asked as the first notes of ‘Don’t Stop Believin’’ started up. I laughed, because honestly, who doesn’t? We’d barely sat down at the Americana Theatre in Branson before everyone was already humming along. The lights were bright but not blinding, and you could smell popcorn somewhere behind us — not sure if that was from the lobby or just my brain mixing memories with music.
The cast looked like they were having as much fun as we were. Our usher, Carla, told us she’d seen the show three times and still danced every time “Footloose” came on. She was right. When they opened up the dance floor, people actually got up — even the shy ones. I tried to pull off some kind of moonwalk (it did not go well), but nobody cared. There’s something about hearing those 80s hits live that makes you forget how old your knees are.
I didn’t expect to get a little choked up when they played “Every Breath You Take.” Maybe it was the way everyone sang along — all ages, all accents — or maybe it was just being surrounded by strangers who suddenly felt familiar for a couple hours. The show moved fast; one minute you’re clapping for Bon Jovi, next you’re laughing at someone’s big hair wig in the crowd. It wasn’t perfect — sometimes the sound got a bit loud — but honestly that just made it feel more real.
Yes, all areas and surfaces at Americana Theatre are wheelchair accessible.
Yes, service animals are permitted inside Americana Theatre.
Yes, infants and small children can attend and use a pram or stroller.
Your tickets will be held at the theater box office for collection on show day.
Yes, there is a dance floor open for guests throughout the show.
Yes, specialized infant seats are available at Americana Theatre.
Yes, children must be accompanied by an adult during the show.
Your evening includes your reserved seat at Americana Theatre for Awesome 80’s in Branson, access to an open dance floor during the performance, plus all taxes and handling fees covered—just pick up your tickets right at the box office when you arrive.
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