2005 Awards Shows Pictures Part 2

Take a look at the pictures of the 2005 Branson Critic Awards.  We have the Stars receiving their awards on film.  See parts of the show , along with pictures of family and friends.

It was such a pleasure to see Terry Wayne Sanders win the 2005 Branson Critic Best Comedian Award.  The entire audience (over 300 people) at Grand Jubilee, gave a 2 minute standing ovation for the 27 year Branson Entertainment Veteran.  It was more than clear that not only did they adamantly agree he should have won, but in fact he was greatly loved and appreciated in this family community.  Bravo Terry!

Here are some pics of the quartet New South and Terry doing his many characters:

Heath Hawkins is being introduced to the stage by a Star from the New South, and then presents the award.

Heath, Terry's family and I, take pictures together.

Terry Sanders: Best Comedian

Wednesday, November 23, 2005. The 76 Music Hall Theatre hosted the presentation for the 2005 Branson Critic Best Comedian Award. A good crowd was in attendance at The 76 Music Hall that evening. There was a mix of regular show attendees as well as many family and friends who were there specifically to see Terry Sanders receive his award.

Terry Sanders currently performs as Homer Lee and many other hilarious characters twice daily in the Grand Jubilee. He has a following of faithful fans who know him from all the shows he has been in, from Silver Dollar City and even The Vacation Channel.

Here is what some of his fans had to say about him at www.BransonCritic.org:

“The comedian Homer Lee did the pre-show and had all the kids in the audience cracking up. His bits in the show are a riot!”

A fan from Australia wrote, “The comedy of ' Homer Lee ' has to be seen to be believed and I can see why this performer, Terry Sanders has been picked for awards, he tickles the funny bone. Aussies love to relax and enjoy themselves when they go out for the evening and Homer Lee certainly helps.”

Finally a fan from Chaffee, MO wrote, “Terry Sanders as “Homer Lee” is truly a Branson institution in himself. His comedy embodies much of why Branson is a national tourist destination.”  (the fans went nuts, and stood for 2 minutes)

Branson Critic Online could not agree more with the fans. These awards truly are from the fans. On behalf of the editors and owners and fans, (Heath Hawkins presented the 2005 Branson Critic Best Comedian Award to Terry Sanders). He was very humbled to receive the recognition. Congratulations Terry!

-Heath Hawkins, Senior Editor

Here is the official response from Terry Sanders about the award show

Dear friends,

Words can never truly say 'thank you' enough for making this award come true for me! After 26 years here in Branson, MO. to be recognized for my hard work means so much to me.

I was speechless when I held this award in my own hands & the response from the audience said it all!

Of course, I thank my family first, Dede, Austin, & Evan. My dad, Frank, aunt Loana & uncle Jack, & my grandma Jewell for being there for me on this special occasion. All of my friends at the Grand Jubilee & they know who they are, they mean so much to me too.

There are so many friends who could not be there but, I felt them in spirit!

Looking out into the audience I saw so many faces that I have known since I started in 1980 & for them to still be there supporting like they always have brought tears to my eyes.

I want to thank Heath Hawkins for his support & Doug Holland for this award & for their kind words during this presentation.

God bless you all & know in your hearts how much I truly love you all & wish you only as much happiness as I feel right now! Always, -Terry 'Homer Lee' Sanders
 

The Hamner Barber Variety Show is hilarious and mysterious at the same time.  Jim Barber's comedy and his talent as a ventriloquist had me crying with laughter and the magic of Dave Hamner was awesome.  Congratulations to this duo and the rest of the cast for winning the 2005 Branson Critic Editor's Choice Award. 

Heath Hawkins presents the award to Dave Hamner and Jim Barber.  Third photo from the left are the entertainers and their wives.  The last photo is with Heath and myself. 

Hamner Barber Variety Show: Editor’s Choice Award

Wednesday, November 23, 2005. The Hamner Barber Variety Theatre hosted the presentation for the 2005 Branson Critic Editor’s Choice Award. A big crowd was there to see the show that evening. There was a mix of regular show attendees as well as fans that were there to see the Hamners and Jim Barber receive their award.

The Hamner Barber Variety Show is performed twice daily at the Hamner Barber Theatre. They have performed around the world and in various venues throughout Branson. They have been in their own theatre for the past two seasons.

Here is what some fans had to say about the show at www.BransonCritic.org:

Chris, from Branson said, “The Hamners put on a fantastic show. Their birds are so beautiful and as they fly over the audience you feel like you are a part of their flight. Jim Barber's comedy is so funny you will laugh till you wet yourself. Good clean fun and extremely entertaining. Most important, they entertain straight from the heart.”

Linda from Texas said, “This is an awesome show!!! If you are wondering what magic show to see, this is it!! The beautiful birds, the funny humor of Jim Barber! Our whole family was so entertained. Even our grandchildren, who are 4 yrs old and 2 yrs old, were never restless thru this entire show! They loved it.”

A fan from Missouri had this to say, “I really did not know what to expect when I arrived that the Hamner Barber Theatre. What I found was an amazing evening of fun. The magic was breathtaking the ventriloquism was side splitting funny. If you find yourself trying to decide on one more show, choose the Hamner and Barber Variety Show. That is one decision you can’t go wrong with.”

Branson Critic Online could not agree more with the fans. On behalf of the editors and owners and fans, (Heath Hawkins presented the 2005 Branson Critic Editor’s Choice Award to the Hamner Barber Variety Show). They were very grateful to receive the award. Congratulations guys!

-Heath Hawkins, Senior Editor

Official response from Jim and Dave about the Branson Critic Award

"Dear Heath, thank you and Branson Critic for honoring the Hamner Barber
Variety Show with this years "Critics Choice" award. In our theater
lobby, we proudly display the special plaque you presented us with
onstage.