Smoke on the Mountain

Laughter rolls in like the morning fog in the Branson's IMAX Entertainment Complex. Smoke on the Mountain, conceived by Alan Bailey and written by Connie Ray, is a magnificent blend of story and song. Originally produced by the McCarter Theatre Company of Princeton, New Jersey, Smoke on the Mountain ran twice to thunderous applause at off-Broadway’s Lamb’s Theatre in New York City. It has now become one of the most produced shows in the country. This smash hit is the dazzling jewel of Branson Shows and the Little Opry Theatre!

Smoke on the Mountain will take you back to a simpler time, 1938, where your group becomes the congregation of the Mount Pleasant Church. You are invited to their “first-ever Saturday Night Sing,” where Pastor Oglethorpe is bound and determined to move his flock into the “modern world.”

You’ll be thrilled to hear the Sanders family renditions of some of the best old gospel tunes ever written, like “Church in the Wildwood,” “Wonderful Time Up There,” “I’ll Fly Away,” as well as some you may have never heard before. “Vocal performances are outstanding- clear, rich in a perfect harmony…” says Rene Ray of the Shepherd of the Hills Gazette.

The cast is simply spectacular and consists of some of the most talented folks in town! Vera, the Bible quoting, hymn belting, matriarch of the Sanders family, is played by Angel O’Brien, who also produces and directs the show. A native of St. Louis, O’Brien, a well-known actress and jazz singer, was led by God to bring this show to Branson in 1998. She is joined by husband, Burl, and their twins, Denise and Dennis with their laugh-a-second antics. Eldest daughter, June Sanders “doesn’t sing, she signs.” Folks say it’s the best show in Branson!

Smoke on the Mountain is not all laughs, however. There are many poignant messages and moving moments in the show, one of which is beautifully delivered by David Perkins, as the wayward Uncle Stanley. He’ll play your heart string and his guitar strings like no other.

Country music superstar Mel Tillis says “I believe Smoke on the Mountain is the finest collection of great old time gospel music combined with hilarious comedy that you will find anywhere!”

2008 Ticket Prices: Adult $24.09 Plus Tax
Children 12 & Under Free

Tues - Sat 8:00 PM

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