Pine Mountain Jamboree

Pine Mountain Jamboree Show in Eureka Springs -- As the sun goes down, the lights come up on the finest group of entertainers found anywhere - at the Pine Mountain Jamboree! Enjoy top 40 and classic country hits, nostalgic rock 'n roll favorites, bluegrass, gospel and patriotic music. And the laughs never stop because there's all kinds of crazy family fun.

Come to Eureka Springs and enjoy this show at the first nightly family theater show of its kind in Arkansas and still one of the Ozarks top family attractions.

The Show

Plan now to join us for an evening of great family fun...It's guaranteed to be the HIGHLIGHT of your Eureka Springs visit. Mike Bishop, your host, has been a popular entertainer in the Ozarks and at venues all over the United States for over 25 years. Scott Dewbre truly is the funniest guy in town. Add in the rest of the cast, and you're in for a real treat!

The show is complimented by a superb sound system and the lighting and special effects are spectacular. The show begins at 8:00 p.m., but come early and enjoy - FREE - the southern gospel sounds of "Good News," nightly at 7:30 pm. There's also all-you-can-eat Pine Mountain Popcorn...also FREE!

The Theater

The Pine Mountain Jamboree country music and comedy theater in Eureka Springs, Arkansas has been entertaining families on vacation in the Ozarks for 32 years. It was the first nightly family theater show of its kind in Arkansas and remains one of the Ozarks top family attractions. This is a beautiful, comfortable 680-seat theater with a spacious lobby, snack bar and gift shop.

The Cast

MIKE BISHOP - (Emcee, Vocals, Producer)
Mike has entertained since his early teens. Growing up in northeast Arkansas not far from Memphis, he was influenced by country, rock n roll, blues and gospel music. He moved to the Ozarks just after high school and began working as an entertainer at Dogpatch USA theme park near Harrison. From there he has spent the last 32 years entertaining people on vacation in the Ozarks, as well as on the road, having performed in 43 states. Most of this time was spent performing on stage with his lovely wife Dale Bishop, who is not on stage this season, but is very much involved in the production and preparation of the show and theater operation.

SCOTT DEWBRE - (Comedy, Saxophone, Guitar, Vocals)
Scott performed with the Single Tree Band out of Oklahoma for sixteen years. During that time they opened for, or performed with 75 major acts; won the Oklahoma Wrangler Country Showdown in 1985; placed 4th nationally out of 151,000 acts; and sang on two charted billboard records. He spent 6 years with the Ozark Mountain Hoedown in Eureka Springs and worked with the Mike Bishop & Sweet n Sassy show for three years. This is his first season with the Jamboree. He is very proud of his 7 children and 15 grandchildren.

LEAH WOOLSEY STANE - (Vocalist)
Leah comes to us from Ozark, Arkansas. She is a 2005 graduate from Arkansas Tech University in Russellville, Arkansas where she received a BA in speech comunication. She performed with the University Choir while attending college. While new to the Jamboree stage she has much performing experience. She toured Europe in 2000 with the United States Youth Ensemble. She was in the top ten in the 2002 Arkansas Idol competition.

KENNETH "BUSTER" SHARP - (Guitar, Bass, Steel Guitar, Vocals)
Buster has had a colorful career having performed with many country artists. He's our band leader at the Jamboree and also sings with our gospel pre-show. You might have seen Buster performing in Branson, with a recording act or here at the Jamboree over the past several seasons. He's a very positive guy who is a real asset to the band.

JIMMY GYLES - (Fiddle, Guitar, Mandolin, Banjo)
Jimmy, originally from Tahlequah, Oklahoma, is one of the most gifted musicians in the Ozarks. He has won many contests on fiddle, guitar and mandolin including the national flat top pickin' championship and national mandolin championship in Winfield, Kansas. He has performed at prestigious venues and events such as the White House for President Jimmy Carter, Bob Hope Celebrity Charities, the Boyd Group in Las Vegas, the Alabama theater in Myrtle Beach, and the Roy Clark theater in Branson.

BARRY JOHNSON - (Bass Guitar, Vocals)
Barry is a native of Wisconsin but has been in the Ozarks so long now, he calls it home. He has worked not only as a bass player and singer with groups and entertainers, but as a sound man as well. He has been performing recently with Jeannie Kendall of the Kendalls, before joining the Jamboree.

KEVIN CLARK - (Keyboards, Vocals)
Kevin is a native of northwest Arkansas and has been playing with bands in this region since he was 15. He has performed with many country artists and "Eldora" a contemporary christian group. He is also a writer and has five contemporary gospel songs published. Kevin is a strong addition to the show and to the gospel pre-show new this season.

WALT MORRISON - (Drums, Guitar, Vocals)
Walt is a great addition to the show. He is a solid drummer, a great feature vocalist and harmony singer. He lives in Branson now where he has performed at several venues including the Dixie Stampede. Walt entertained our troops in Korea, Japan, Germany, Greenland, Iceland, Norway, Turkey, Spain Greece, and Saudi Arabia.

What Folks Are Saying About Pine Mountain Jamboree

"Our bus group from Canada saw your show on May 7th. We all enjoyed it so much, and agreed it was one of the best shows we saw during our stay in Branson. James, the fiddler-violinist, was a stand-out, and #1 in our books. Thanks again for an enjoyable evening." ? Shirley Reynolds, St. Catharines, Ontario

"This is the best show I have ever seen!!! I've been going to the hoedown for a while now and when Mike and Scott moved to the Pine Mountain Jamboree, I just had to go!! It is now my favorite show in Eureka Springs!!! I'll probably be coming back a.s.a.p.!!! Ya'll rock keep it up!!!!" ? Manda Swain, Bidville, Arkansas

"My family has been enjoying the Pine Mountain Jamboree for more than 20 years. I would love to hear what has become of the Drennon family. We will continue to see the show when we are in the area. We plan to be there in April. We like Mike Bishop & thank he is a great MC." ? Buddy Bills

"My husband and I recently saw your show and loved it. I especially loved the fiddle player, he is so versatile, playing classical and bluegrass like he did, and I also enjoyed the gospel before show. We visit Eureka Springs at least once or twice a year, and we will definitely see your show again." ? Sherrie Landreth, California, Missouri

"We attended your show opening night this season [2006] and loved it! We now have season tickets and are looking forward to returning." ? Larry Riedel, Springdale, Arkansas

"The Pine Mountain Jamboree entertained my kids for years on vacation, and now my grandkids...wonderful show!" ? Jackson Family, Texas

"Mike Bishop, we've seen your show for years..love it!" ? Bill & Lily-Keokuk, Iowa

"Wonderful musicians, lots of fun...where do you get all the crazy ideas?"

Children under 12 are free. Hotel pick-up or drop-off is NOT included. Please reserve online, or call us toll-free at 800-719-2175.