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Haygoods celebrate 30 years with area appreciation
By K.D. MICHAELS, Staff Writer One of Branson’s most popular shows continues to take their show to new levels. The Haygoods is the most talked-about show in Branson. Made up of five brothers and their sister, the Haygoods have enjoyed 30 years of performing together in Branson and have become the longest running, most successful First Generation show in Branson. The Haygoods 2022 show is bigger and better than ever, to include a fantastically redesigned show opening, with new laser-lighting and an amazing curtain drop. “A new country set has been added. Banjo Boy has new antics and toys he drives around. Brand new songs have been added to the acoustic projection set, the tap number has been reworked with even more pyro and stunts. Catherine has a new quick-change dress act, where she plays every instrument on the stage,” explained Timothy Haygood. Additionally, Catherine, the beautiful face amongst a bevy of brothers, has a new harp solo in the show. Timothy continued, “The movie medley songs are new, along with crazy new stunts, the flying robot segment has been reworked, the finale is new and much more!” In addition to the many changes fans will notice, many of the most
popular show features will remain. Repeat show-goers will be thrilled to hear that Michael will continue to fly upside down while playing guitar, and other show stoppers such as the upside down tapping, the show’s acapella set and patriotic finale will remain. Said Timothy, “We work on the show all year round and constantly put in new segments, special effects, technology and music. This year’s show is the culmination of 30 years in showbiz experience and is the pinnacle of The Haygoods show development. We feel like this show is the best we’ve ever created, by far.” The Haygoods make their home at the Clay Cooper Theater. The top-notch venue is a perfect fit for the Haygoods, and they couldn’t be more grateful. “Clay and Tina Cooper run a very tight ship, and we are so honored to be at the Clay Cooper Theatre,” noted Timothy. “It is a state-of-the-art facili-
ty with the best location in town! Clay and Tina are very honorable business folks, and we plan to stay at their theatre for as long as we can. We love it!” The Haygoods’ regular season shows are Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday 7:30 p.m., with added shows during the Christmas season. The talented siblings are gearing up for their Fall Area Appreciation Shows, set for August 16-27 and September 6-10 at 7:30 p.m., and September 4 at 2 p.m. Area appreciation admission is only $12 per person plus tax for residents of Taney, Stone and surrounding counties, with a valid ID. For more information, visit their website, thehaygoods.com/area, or for reservations call the box office at 417-339-4663. Said Timothy, “We would like to thank the locals for all the support. Can you believe we are celebrating 30 years! We are a true, Branson Ozark Mountain born and bred success story, and for that we are so grateful and humbled!”
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The Haygoods at Silver Dollar City in 1993 (left to right): Matthew, 6; Michael, 8; Shawn, 10; Catherine, 3; Dominic, 12; Timothy, 17; Aaron, 1; Patrick, 14. (via thehaygoods.com)
