Daniel O'Donnel will be performing in Branson Nov. 2 through Nov. 24
With Daniel O’Donnell returning to Branson November 2 through 24, a story entitled “The open but inscrutable showman,” by Keith Duggan, appearing on line October 31 at www.IrishTimes.com would be good reading for O’Donnell fans. From its take on his delivery when he sang “Whatever Happened To Old Fashioned Love?” to the type of audience he attracts, this piece provides some unique and interesting information about the man and his career.
It’s a detailed piece that covers the “Kincasslagh man” from the start of his career in 1983 and performances at The Squirrel Bar in the Barras to his stardom and eventual appearances in Branson, Missouri “the live music show capital of the world.” Among other things, the article provides insightful information about O’Donnell’s initial start in Branson, meeting Garth Brooks early in his career and his thoughts on a performance of Johnny and June Carter Cash he saw while he was in Branson.
Duggan has a neat style of writing that will hold the interest of the reader. Diehard O’Donnell fans should enjoy it and it would be an excellent primer for those planning on seeing O’Donnell perform in Branson.
Article Excerpts:
And he has subtly moved from being Margo’s younger brother, Wee Daniel, to one of the music scene’s great survivors. He has done this without once altering his sound, his message or his haircut. He has done this by standing serenely in the wake of a critical reception that has ranged from good-humoured parody to more vicious dismissal.
Then hundreds and finally thousands of Daniel acolytes came running from the prairie towns to Branson, as helpless to his charms as the women who flock to see him in Ireland and England. Now, he can sell out the big venues in Branson in advance and a television show over there is the next logical move for him. He tours for six months and spends the other six …
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Paul Miller, General Manager, Branson Tourism Center (BTC), one of Branson’s largest and most respected vacation planning services and sellers of Branson show and attraction tickets and lodging said, “O’Donnell’s performances are one of the hottest tickets in Branson.” Paul also points out that O’Donnell’s performance dates cover “Veterans Homecoming Week” and the start of “Ozark Mountain Christmas,” the busiest season in Branson and recommends early reservations for not only O’Donnell’s show but other Branson shows and lodging. BTC can be reached by calling 800-785-1550 or through its website www.BransonTourismCenter.com.
