Sounds Of Music Echo From The Hills Of Tennessee (NAPSA)—Wherecan travelers go to find quality entertainment these days? Visitors to the East Tennessee town of Pigeon Forge are treated to outstanding entertainment year after year. Here’s a sample of what visitors can see during a visit to what’s been called the entertainmentcapital of the Southeast. Black Bear Jamboree Dinner & Show presents a music-filled dinner production based ona fictional gathering of bears in the Smoky Mountains and breakfast shows feature the legendary Blackwood Brothers. Classic Country Theater features songs that are the backbone of the country music industry, while matinee performances celebrate the early daysof rock ‘n’roll. The musical/comedy production at The Comedy Barnincludesfireeating jugglers, a troupe of highly trained canines and even a few willing participants from the audience. The award-winning show at Country Tonite Theatre showcases music reflecting today’s country hits and yesterday’s classics. Morning visitors to the theater will be amazed and astounded by the magical show “GrandIllusion.” This year’s production at Dolly Parton’s Dixie Stampede includes the exciting Stampedeof the Buffalo and every performance is accompanied by a tasty fourcourse meal. The Louise Mandrell Theater produces a Broadway-worthy evening show and the vocal group, Integrity, brings its gospel harmonies to the stage weekday mornings and Sundayevenings. Memories Theatre presents the Ultimate Legends Show, featuring a special “Salute to Elvis” and portrayals of other legendary artists including Willie Nelson and Patsy Cline. A memorable way to combine Lee(la. dining and entertainment is with a visit to the Oldies Showplace Dinner Theater, where nostalgic dcor and live music provide a great atmospherefor lunch or dinner. Morning audiences will be treated to the Patty Waszak Show, featuring one woman and 40 musical instruments. Ole Smoky Hoedown features host Billy Baker and a talented cast of musicians. Baker, a member of the International Clown Hall of Fame, brings years of comedic experience to the show. The Smith Family Theater is scheduled for a fall 2004 opening in Pigeon Forge and will feature a mix of country, bluegrass, gospel and comedy. Smoky Mountain Jubilee, Pigeon Forge’s longest-running entertainment venue, is celebrat- ing its 21st season with musical variety and mountain humor. No matter which theater Pigeon Forge visitors chooseto visit, they can be assured of wholesome, family entertainmentsuitable for all ages. Pigeon Forge, Tenn., is located at the foothills of Great Smoky Mountains National Park. The townis filled with theaters, shopping, restaurants and attractions. Information on all of the attractions in Pigeon Forgeis available by calling the Department of Tourism at 1-866-293-4876.
