New Tricks For Branson Mainstay - Kirby VanBurch's Branson Show

Tyler Francke for the Branson Tri-Lakes News

The man known as the “Prince of Magic” has some new tricks up his sleeve in this year’s show, including a couple of acts, that while impressive, could actually not be called “magic” at all.

Kirby VanBurch said he generally tries to change about a quarter of his show every season, both to stay competitive and keep his repeat guests entertained.

Shortly after greeting a young fan and his father backstage, VanBurch said, “They’ve seen me three years in a row. I try to stay updated for these kids who come back every year.”

He said the theme of his 2011 show is based on wishing, à la Aladdin and his magic lamp. The production starts off with a bang, literally, as a “genie” flies out of a larger-than-life lamp and darts around the stage.

After settling down a bit, she welcomes the audience with VanBurch’s new theme song, an adaptation of “Arabian Nights” from Disney’s “Aladdin.” Read the rest of the story here: http://bransontrilakesnews.com/entertainment/article_0990934a-88a0-11e0-8be7-001cc4c002e0.html