Clay Cooper's Country Express Branson: Live Music & Comedy
A cast of 25 entertainers means the stage never stops moving.
Clay Cooper's Country Express is a live entertainment show in Branson featuring a cast of 25 performers delivering country, rock, gospel and patriotic music alongside dancing and comedy. The show runs about two hours and is family-friendly for all ages. Clay Cooper meets and greets the audience after every performance. In November and December, the show transforms into an Ozark Mountain Christmas Celebration with holiday music and themes in the second half.
Step-by-step itinerary
Enjoy Clay Cooper's Country Express show
- Watch singing and dancing performances
- Experience comedy and visual effects
- Enjoy a variety of music styles
- Meet Clay Cooper after the show
The experience
The stage at Clay Cooper Theatre on Highway 76 stays packed for the full two hours. You'll see singing, dancing, and comedy that shifts between old and new country, rock and roll, gospel, and a salute to American veterans. The visual effects and the sheer number of performers mean there's always something happening: no slow moments, no filler. The show is built for families. Children sit alongside adults without age restrictions, and the material stays clean throughout.
After the curtain drops, Clay Cooper comes out to meet people in the audience. You can shake his hand, take photos, and talk with him one-on-one: that personal touch is something most touring shows don't offer. If you're visiting in November or December, the show shifts gears entirely for the second half: the first part runs through highlights from the regular season, then it becomes an all-Christmas show with seasonal music and décor. That version has become a draw in its own right for holiday travelers.
The theatre is wheelchair accessible, and seating for wheelchairs is available. Let the box office know at booking if you need assistance. Infants can sit on an adult's lap or ride in a stroller. Transportation to the theatre is not included with your ticket, so you'll need to arrange your own way to Highway 76.
What’s included
- Live entertainment from a cast of 25 performers.
- singing, dancing, and comedy.
- country, rock, gospel, and patriotic music.
- visual effects.
- meet-and-greet with Clay Cooper after the show.
- family-friendly content suitable for all ages.
Options for this experience
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Lasts 2h, runs every day except Monday and Saturday at 10:00, 19:30 and 14:00, from US$ 57 per person, with a live guide in English and with free cancellation up to 24 h before.
Prices and times updated 2 days ago
Operated by Clay Coopers Country Express
Is this one for you?Book this show if you want live entertainment that doesn't stop for two hours and a chance to meet the performer afterward. The rotating cast of 25 keeps the energy high and the variety constant, so there's no downtime and no two shows feel exactly the same.
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Top questions
Can children come?
Yes. Ticket types: Youth (13 to 16 years); Child (4 to 12 years); Infant (under 4): free.
What kinds of music does Clay Cooper's Country Express include?
The show covers country, rock and roll, gospel, and patriotic music celebrating American veterans. The mix spans old and new songs, so there's something for different tastes across the two-hour performance.
What happens after the show ends?
Clay Cooper greets the audience after every performance, so you'll have the chance to meet him, take photos, and talk with him in person before you leave the theatre.
Is the Clay Cooper Theatre wheelchair accessible?
Yes, all areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible, and dedicated wheelchair seating is available. Let the box office know at booking if you need wheelchair assistance.
What's different about the show in November and December?
From November through December, Clay Cooper's Country Express becomes an Ozark Mountain Christmas Celebration. The first half features highlights from the regular show, and the second half is entirely Christmas music and holiday-themed entertainment.
Do I need to arrange transportation to the theatre?
Yes, transportation to and from the Clay Cooper Theatre is not included with your ticket. The theatre is located on Highway 76 across from The Titanic Museum, so you'll need to arrange your own ride or drive yourself.
Clay Cooper's Country Express Branson: Live Music & Comedy
2h · EN
from US$ 57 per person