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Branson: Hamners’ Unbelievable Variety Show Entry Ticket

4.4 · 2 reviews 2 hours From $48 Staged by Hamners' Variety Theater · Bookable on GetYourGuide
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The most startling moment comes from Denise Hamner’s spike illusion, in which she is suspended 15 feet above a table of deadly spikes. That risky image tells you what kind of evening this is: fast, theatrical, and built around one big stage surprise after another.

I like the wide mix of acts, from Jeff Brandt’s singing impressions and Tamra Tinoco’s strong vocals to Brittney Marie’s aerial work and Anthony Soumiatin’s Cyr Wheel routine. I also like the clear family focus, with comedy, music, dance, magic, and acrobatics sharing one two-hour program. The possible drawback is that the variety-show format may feel less focused than a single-style concert or magic performance.

Key points at a glance

  • A dramatic opening: The show begins with a Grand Illusion number that sets an ambitious tone.
  • A high-risk magic centerpiece: Denise Hamner is suspended 15 feet above a table of spikes.
  • Several kinds of music: Jeff Brandt provides singing impressions, while Tamra Tinoco handles powerful vocal numbers.
  • Big movement on stage: Ken Brown and Star Brokate bring dramatic dance, with aerial work from Brittney Marie.
  • A distinctive acrobatic act: Anthony Soumiatin performs with the Cyr Wheel, a large metal ring used for rolling acrobatics.
  • A patriotic finish: The program closes with a patriotic finale rather than simply ending after the last specialty act.

A two-hour Branson show with many moving parts

Branson: Hamners' Unbelievable Variety Show Entry Ticket - A two-hour Branson show with many moving parts

Hamners’ Unbelievable is designed as a full evening of stage entertainment, not a narrow magic presentation. You get comedy, singing, dance, illusion, aerial performance, and acrobatics in one ticket.

That variety is useful if you are planning a Branson night for people with different tastes. One person may come for the magic, another for the vocal numbers, and someone else may be waiting for the aerial or Cyr Wheel act. The show keeps changing its form, so you are not asked to follow one performer or one musical style for the entire two hours.

The performers are identified by name, which helps you understand the structure of the production. Dave and Denise Hamner provide the illusion work. Jeff Brandt is the singing impressionist, Tamra Tinoco supplies the major vocal presence, and dancers Ken Brown and Star Brokate add movement. Brittney Marie handles aerial work, while Anthony Soumiatin brings the Cyr Wheel.

A verified booking rated the performance 5 out of 5 and called it top notch. The overall score is 4.4 from two reviews, so the sample is small, but the praise lines up with the show’s main strength: it aims for a polished, full-scale variety production rather than a small stand-up comedy night.

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The Grand Illusion opening sets the pace

Branson: Hamners' Unbelievable Variety Show Entry Ticket - The Grand Illusion opening sets the pace

The program opens with a Grand Illusion number. That matters because an opening act has to explain the show quickly, and this one signals that Hamners’ Unbelievable is going for large visual effects from the start.

You can expect the opening to establish the magic side of the evening before the program moves into its other styles. It is a useful beginning for an audience that wants the sense of occasion associated with a theater production.

I would not book this expecting a quiet introduction or a slow build through one story. The concept is immediate spectacle. You are there for acts that can change the mood quickly, moving from illusion to music, dance, or physical performance.

Dave and Denise Hamner provide the magic

Branson: Hamners' Unbelievable Variety Show Entry Ticket - Dave and Denise Hamner provide the magic

Dave and Denise Hamner are the show’s master illusionists, and their work forms one of its clearest anchors. The production includes mind-bending illusions rather than only small card tricks or close-up magic.

The most dramatic example is the act in which Denise is suspended 15 feet above a table of deadly spikes. That description gives you a good sense of the scale. This is staged danger and theatrical suspense, built for an audience watching from the seats rather than a private magic demonstration.

The Hamners’ contribution should suit you if you enjoy the mystery of trying to work out how an illusion happens. It also gives the show a visual center that can appeal to children and adults alike, though younger children may find the spike imagery intense.

The magic is not the entire program. That is a benefit if you want variety, but a limitation if you are buying a ticket mainly for a long, detailed magic set. The evening shares its time with singers, dancers, comedy, aerial work, and acrobatics.

Jeff Brandt and Tamra Tinoco shift the mood

Branson: Hamners' Unbelievable Variety Show Entry Ticket - Jeff Brandt and Tamra Tinoco shift the mood

Jeff Brandt performs as a singing impressionist. His role adds a comic and musical angle, since the appeal comes from recognizing familiar vocal styles while watching them performed as part of a stage act.

This kind of number can work well in a mixed-age group. It gives the audience a break from the physical tension of the illusions and keeps the show from becoming a straight magic program.

Tamra Tinoco brings powerful vocals to the production. Her part gives the evening a more direct concert feel, especially for people who prefer a strong singer to a specialty act.

I like this pairing because the two performers serve different purposes. Brandt adds personality and imitation, while Tinoco adds vocal force. If your group has someone who is less interested in magic, the musical sections give that person a reason to stay engaged.

The supplied details do not identify every song or vocal impression, so I would avoid arriving with a fixed expectation about a particular artist or number. Think of these performers as part of a broad stage package.

Ken Brown and Star Brokate bring the dance

Ken Brown and Star Brokate are the show’s featured dancers. Their contribution is described through dramatic dance moves, which suggests a visual section built around motion, presentation, and stage energy rather than a simple musical interlude.

Dance is especially useful in a variety show because it changes the way you watch the stage. Magic asks you to track a trick. Singing asks you to listen. Dance brings your attention to bodies, timing, and movement across the performance space.

For you, that means the show has visual interest even when no illusion is taking place. The dancers also help connect the different parts of the evening, giving the program a polished entertainment feel.

Still, the available information does not give a specific dance style, theme, or story. If you are looking for a dedicated ballet, ballroom, or modern dance performance, this ticket may not be the right match. The dance is one part of a larger variety bill.

Aerial work and the Cyr Wheel add physical risk

Branson: Hamners' Unbelievable Variety Show Entry Ticket - Aerial work and the Cyr Wheel add physical risk

Brittney Marie performs aerial acts, bringing height and controlled movement into the show. Aerial work gives a variety production a different kind of suspense from magic. Instead of wondering how an object disappears, you watch a performer manage balance, strength, and space above the stage.

Anthony Soumiatin performs with the Cyr Wheel. This is a large metal ring used for rolling, spinning, and acrobatic movement. It is a distinctive act, and it gives the show something that you will not find in a standard concert or comedy program.

These specialty numbers are valuable because they widen the show’s range. You are not simply moving from one singer to the next. The program keeps changing its physical language, from vocal performance to dance, then to aerial work or rolling acrobatics.

There is also a practical consideration. Audiences differ in how they respond to acts involving height, speed, or apparent risk. If someone in your group prefers gentle music and conversation, the aerial and Cyr Wheel portions may be less appealing. If your group likes stage skill and physical spectacle, they are likely to be among the more memorable parts.

Comedy keeps the spectacle from feeling too heavy

Branson: Hamners' Unbelievable Variety Show Entry Ticket - Comedy keeps the spectacle from feeling too heavy

Comedy is listed as one of the show’s main ingredients. That may sound like a small detail beside the illusion work and acrobatics, but it serves an important purpose.

A program filled with suspense and athletic performance could become intense. Comic moments give you a reset between the more dramatic acts. They also make the evening easier for a mixed group, since not everyone wants continuous high-stakes spectacle.

The available information does not identify a separate comedian or describe a particular comedy routine. I would therefore treat comedy as part of the show’s overall rhythm rather than expect a dedicated stand-up set.

That distinction matters when you compare tickets. If your main goal is stand-up comedy, you may want a comedy-focused show instead. If you like humor woven into a broader production, the balance should make sense.

The patriotic finale gives the night a clear ending

Branson: Hamners' Unbelievable Variety Show Entry Ticket - The patriotic finale gives the night a clear ending

The performance closes with a patriotic finale. This gives the program a planned emotional finish rather than a simple final bow after the last individual act.

A patriotic ending can be especially appealing if you enjoy traditional Branson entertainment and large, audience-facing finales. It also helps make the show feel like a complete evening, with an opening, a series of specialty sections, and a closing number that gathers the production’s energy.

You should know what kind of ending to expect before booking. This is not presented as an abstract theater piece or a stripped-down concert. The finale is designed to be direct and ceremonial.

Some people will find that satisfying. Others may prefer a show that ends with its strongest magic trick or a purely musical number. The patriotic finish is part of Hamners’ style, so it is worth considering if your preferences are more modern or less traditional.

How the $48 ticket fits the value

The listed price is $48 per person for about two hours. That works out to roughly $24 per hour, before considering the range of performers included in the program.

I find the price easier to justify if you want one ticket covering several entertainment styles. You are not paying for only a singer or only a magic act. The ticket includes the Hamners’ illusions, Brandt’s singing impressions, Tinoco’s vocals, dance, aerial performance, Cyr Wheel acrobatics, comedy, and a patriotic finale.

The value is less clear if you are interested in only one act. Someone booking specifically for the Hamners’ magic may prefer a longer magic presentation, if one is available elsewhere. Likewise, someone mainly interested in music may not want to pay for the acrobatics and illusions.

For families and mixed groups, the variety is the main financial advantage. One ticket can cover different interests without arranging separate activities. The two-hour length also fits neatly into an evening plan, though no meal or transportation is included.

Timing, ticket pickup, and access

The show lasts two hours, and starting times vary, so check the available performance time when you choose your date. You receive your tickets at the theater’s ticket window, making that the key arrival point.

The experience is wheelchair accessible. If accessibility is important for your plans, that is a useful feature to confirm when booking, even though the available information does not specify seating details.

You can cancel up to 24 hours before the activity for a full refund. You can also reserve now and pay later, which helps if you are building a Branson schedule before every detail is fixed.

The ticket covers entry to Hamners’ Unbelievable Variety Show. It does not include transportation, meals, or other activities, so plan those separately.

Who will enjoy Hamners’ Unbelievable most

I would recommend this show to you if you want a classic Branson theater night with several types of entertainment in one place. It fits families, couples, and groups that do not all agree on what they want to see.

It is also a good choice if you like stage illusion with visible risk and movement. The suspended spike act, aerial work, and Cyr Wheel performance give the evening more physical drama than a standard singer-led variety show.

You may want to choose another performance if you prefer a single artistic focus. A dedicated concert will give you more music. A pure magic show will give you more time with one illusionist. A stand-up performance will offer more comedy.

The show’s family-friendly label is helpful, but it does not mean every moment will feel gentle. The spike illusion and aerial acts use suspense and apparent danger as part of their appeal. Consider the comfort level of younger children before booking.

Should you book this Branson show?

Book Hamners’ Unbelievable if you want a well-rounded two-hour production and value the chance to see magic, singing, dance, comedy, and specialty acts under one ticket. The strongest reasons to go are the Hamners’ large illusions, the unusual Cyr Wheel act, and the mix of performers that keeps the evening moving.

Think twice if you want a focused concert, a long magic lecture-style performance, or a comedy-only night. At $48, the ticket makes the most sense when you plan to enjoy the whole variety package, not just one section.

For a first Branson evening or a group with mixed tastes, I would put this on the shortlist. The top-notch assessment attached to the performance fits its central promise: a polished night of traditional stage entertainment with enough magic and acrobatics to keep it from feeling ordinary.

FAQ

How long is Hamners’ Unbelievable Variety Show?

The show lasts two hours.

How much does admission cost?

The listed price is $48 per person.

Where do I get my tickets?

Go to the theater’s ticket window to receive your tickets.

Is the show wheelchair accessible?

Yes, the activity is wheelchair accessible.

Can I cancel my booking for a refund?

Yes. You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.

Can I reserve now and pay later?

Yes. The booking option allows you to reserve your place and pay nothing today.

Who performs in the show?

Dave and Denise Hamner perform the illusions. Jeff Brandt is the singing impressionist, Tamra Tinoco provides vocals, Ken Brown and Star Brokate perform dance, Brittney Marie performs aerial acts, and Anthony Soumiatin performs with the Cyr Wheel.

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