Land A Spot On The Late Show With David Letterman
Contact:
Lynn Berry
Director of Public Relations
417-243-2137 - office
417-527-5670 - cell
LBerry@BransonCVB.com
Tryouts At Branson Landing On Sat., June 16
BRANSON, MO. – People and their pets can showcase their unusual talents and downright “stupid tricks” at the casting call for a guest appearance on the world-famous “Stupid Human and Stupid Pet Tricks” segment of the LATE SHOW WITH DAVID LETTERMAN. Last year, Branson's own Matt Gumm was featured on the LATE SHOW WITH DAVID LETTERMAN. Matt's now famous rendition of “Musical Air with a Bicycle Pump” made it onto the stage with David Letterman and he played along with Paul Schaffer and the “The World’s Most Dangerous Band” later in the show! Your opportunity to try out will take place on Sat., June 16, from 4:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m.at Branson Landing, located in historic downtown Branson on Lake Taneycomo.
The local communities, and visitors alike, are invited to audition for an opportunity to be selected to display their trick/talent on an upcoming LATE SHOW WITH DAVID LETTERMAN. “I am so grateful to the Branson Chamber/CVB for having David Letterman's crew out to Branson year after year for these auditions,” said Matt Gumm, featured comedian and vocalist in Clay Cooper's Country Music Express show. “I would encourage everyone to come out and audition at Branson Landing. You never know! There is so much talent in Branson and I thoroughly enjoyed being able to represent our town in New York City!”
The selected contestants will be awarded a FREE, all-expense-paid trip to New York City, payment for their appearance on the show and the once-in-a-lifetime chance to perform their act on the famed Ed Sullivan Theater stage before millions of television viewers. This is the fifth year for Letterman tryouts in Branson.
Interested entrants must arrive at the casting call area (located in front of the Branson Landing Fountains) between 4:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m. on Sat., June 16. The casting call is based on a first-come, first-served basis and pre-registration will not guarantee an audition. The last audition will take place promptly at 7:00 p.m. In addition, participants that are auditioning for the “Stupid Pet Tricks” casting call must provide water for their pet and the pet must be under the owner’s control (i.e., leash, crate, etc.) at all times prior to and after the casting call. All performing pets must have proof of current vaccinations. You may visit http://ozarksfirst.com/letterman for the rules, regulations and more information.
Don’t miss your chance to show the world either your or your pet’s special skills as a contender for a prized appearance on the LATE SHOW WITH DAVID LETTERMAN! Who knows, you might just “trick” your way to the BIG APPLE courtesy of KOLR 10, the local CBS affiliate, Branson Landing and the Branson/Lakes Area Chamber of Commerce and CVB.
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Branson, Missouri, nestled in the lakeside beauty of the Ozark Mountains, is America’s affordable, wholesome family entertainment capital that emphasizes fun, comfort and the feeling of being right at home. Featuring an array of live theaters and attraction venues and active recreational pursuits, the community embodies essential American values such as patriotism, faith, courage and generosity of spirit in a warm, inviting atmosphere that is truly genuine and heartfelt. For additional information or to order a free Branson Vacation Guide, call the Branson/Lakes Area Convention & Visitors Bureau at 800-214-3661 or visit the website at www.ExploreBranson.com.
