Michael Jackson Week Set for Branson and Myrtle Beach

This coming June both the Branson and Myrtle Beach Legends In Concert locations will celebrate the music of Michael Jackson. Both venues have a full slate of activities planned for their respective weeks.

Legends In Concert Branson’s celebrates the King of Pop’s music from June 19th to June 25th and will include events such as “THIS IS IT” movie nights on the Legends stage, Master Dance Classes with Michael Jackson tribute J Lucas, authentic Michael Jackson memorabilia from the Dick Clark Collection, and more. Make your plans to attend Legends In Concert in Branson for what is destined to be a memorable week honoring the music of the “gloved one”. This week will feature performances by world-renowned Michael Jackson tribute artist, J Lucas. J Lucas will also be appearing on several select dates throughout the summer.

Myrtle Beach’s week-long ode to the Music of Michael Jackson will kick-off on June 21st. The theatre will feature one of the world’s leading Michael Jackson tribute artists, William Hall, performing nightly from June 14th through June 26th as well as a full slate of activities centered around the music of Michael Jackson. The gift shop will also have several new Michael Jackson items on-hand. The week dedicated to MJ will wrap-up on Saturday June 26th but the fun doesn’t end there with Damian Brantley appearing as Michael Jackson all month-long during July at Legends in Myrtle Beach!

We invite you to visit the Branson and Myrtle Beach special event pages for details as they become available.

Myrtle Beach venue opens 2010 season winning Distinguished Best of Grand Strand Award!

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2010 is starting out with a bang for Legends In Concert!  Legends In Concert’s Myrtle Beach location was named 2009′s  Best Live Music Venue – Best of The Grand Strand by NBC’s WMBF viewers. On January 20th, Rod Stewart tribute, Rob Caudill, and Garth Brooks tribute, Steve Fairchild were interviewed at the theatre by WMBF about the highly coveted award and a look forward to the coming year.

Legends In Concert garnered this distinguished award by beating out some admirable competition. The Surfside Beach location is celebrating it’s 15th Anniversary on the Grand Strand and opens it’s 2010 season on February 12th with tributes to George Strait, The Temptations, Marilyn Monroe, Rod Stewart, and Elvis Presley. Also planned for the upcoming season are tributes to Martina McBride, Michael Jackson, Conway Twitty, Kenny Rogers, and more. Check out the Myrtle Beach page frequently for updates to our ever-changing line-up throughout the year.

In addition to the normal rotation of the world’s best tribute acts, the South Carolina location will host it’s 3rd Annual Ultimate Elvis Tribute Artist Preliminary Contest on March 20th at 7:00pm. The past two Ultimate Elvis Tribute contests held at this venue have performed to sold-out crowds. Get your tickets now. ULTIMATE ELVIS TRIBUTE ARTIST CONTEST TICKETS.

Again, Congratulations to the Myrtle Beach location on winning such a highly-esteemed honor! 2010 is sure to be a thoroughly entertaining year in Myrtle Beach with major stage renovations underway and a year-round line-up of the world’s most renowned tribute acts.

Legends in Myrtle Beach Joins Forces with Toys for Tots This Holiday Season!

Legends In Concert in Myrtle Beach has once again joined forces with the Marine Toys For Tots Foundation to assist in bringing holiday cheer to less fortunate children in Horry County, SC.

After a wildly successful partnership with Toys for Tots in 2008, Legends In Concert will again serve as a drop off location for new, unwrapped toys that will go directly to needy children in the Grand Strand area. The theater in Surfside Beach will be offering a generous Buy One Get One Free VIP seat ticket offer to everyone who donates an unwrapped toy valued at $10 or more to this year’s Toys for Tots drive. To receive the Buy One Get One Free VIP seat offer, guests should mention the Toys For Tots promotion at the time of purchase and submit a toy valued at $10 or greater when picking up tickets. *This promotion is valid for the the entire week of performances from 12/7/09 through 12/12/09. Tickets are on sale now. VIP tickets are $39.95 for adults. For reservations, show times and more information, call (800) 960-7469 or (843) 238-7827.

“We are excited to have Legends in Concert back again this year, helping brighten the holidays for needy local children. Not only do they run a great “must see” show, but their fantastic offer demonstrates just how dedicated they are to spreading the Christmas spirit and helping the community!” said Mike Zemke, Co-Coordinator of Toys for Tots in Horry County.

Legends In Concert shares Mike’s enthusiasm. “We are extremely pleased to be able to extend this generous offer to our guests for such a worthy and uplifting cause.” said Legends In Concert Regional General Manager, Chris Beattie. “Working alongside Mr. Zemke has been an absolute pleasure. Last year our guests’ generosity was an overwhelming success, and we hope to bring more smiles to hundreds of less-fortunate children again this season.”

Legends In Concert’s Kirsten Glenn (Marketing Coordinator) and Robbie Howard (Frank Sinatra tribute) appeared on WMBF -Myrtle Beach on Thursday December 3rd, 2009 to discuss this great cause.

Legends set to wow Foxwoods audiences with holiday show

Legends In Concert, the world’s greatest live tribute show, brings their signature holiday show to North America’s largest casino. After a wildly successful summer at Foxwoods, Legends will return with a crowd pleasing holiday line-up beginning November 27th.

Foxwood’s casino-goers will be delighted by two holiday icons, Bing Crosby and Elvis Presley and fans will be enamored by two different shades of Christmas. Bing’s “White Christmas” and Elvis’ “Blue Christmas” are two of the most recognizable holiday anthems that are guaranteed to have Foxwood’s audiences reveling in holiday memories.

This may quite possibly be the most intriguing holiday line-up that On Stage Entertainment’s Legends In Concert has ever produced on one stage. Aside from the obvious holiday staples, Bing and Elvis, Legends presents the undeniable harmonies of the Temptations coupled with the worldwide appeal of Sammy Davis, Jr. and Liza Minnelli.

Foxwood’s visitors could not ask for more talent and holiday cheer in one single production! Five of the world’s top requested tribute acts backed by a collection of the best musicians, dancers, and singers that the tribute industry has to offer.

In addition to such a memorable holiday line-up, Legends and Foxwoods are offering guests phenomenal savings packages including $69.99 per couple for Dinner at the Festival Buffet and the Legends Holiday Show or $149.99 per couple for a one night stay, dinner at Festival Buffet and the Legends Holiday Show.

If you demand the best in entertainment, dining, and gaming for your dollar then Foxwoods and Legends In Concert is your first and only choice in the northeast! Close out 2009 with lasting memories! To purchase your tickets today click here

The Inside Scoop on 2009 Ultimate Elvis Tribute Artist Top 3 finalist, Kevin Mills

Fresh off his admirable 3rd place finish at the Ultimate Elvis Tribute Artist Contest in Memphis, Kevin Mills took a few moments out of his busy nightly routine to sit down and answer a few spur of the moment questions for us at our Myrtle Beach Legends In Concert location.kevin-mills

  1. What is your favorite memory to date performing as an Elvis Tribute Artist?

“It was performing at the 2009 Ultimate Elvis Tribute Artist Contest in Memphis and Placing Third in the world, It was an honor to win such a prestigious award.”

 2. If you could be a tribute to any other act beside Elvis who would  it be and why? 

“I haven’t thought much about that because my main focus is the art of doing Elvis.  Although, I really enjoy Johnny Cash. If I had the chance I would choose Johnny Cash because its easy for me to mimic his voice. I’ll occasionally perform an impromptu Cash song in my set.”

  3. What is your personal record for most scarves tossed into the crowd in one evening, where & when ?

 ”Oh! (laughs) Taj Mahal in Atlantic City NJ in 1997, I think it was around 30!! The ladies just wouldn’t stop coming to the stage, but I was ready for them.”

4. How many jumpsuits do you accidentally rip yearly?

 ”They all have there moments.”

5. More on the jumpsuits… How many different jumpsuits have you owned since becoming an ETA and what is the most you have ever spent on a jumpsuit?

“I currently own 8 jumpsuits and the most expensive is the ALOHA suit which cost $3500.00!”

 6. Beside yourself of course, what other Elvis Tribute Artist’s do you consider to be in the top 5 in the United States?

“I really enjoy Shawn Klush, Ryan Pelton, Donnie Edwards, Leo Days and Tony Roi”

 7. What are your favorite pro sports teams? If you could play one sport professionally, which one it be and why?

 ” That’s easy, Baseball. My favorite team is the Philadelphia Phillies. I always played ball as a kid in south Philly growing up, actually it was stick ball but my dream as a kid was to play first base for the Phillies.”

 8. What is the weirdest encounter you’ve ever had with an adoring female fan?

“I would have to say the time one women actually leaped on the stage to get a scarf. (laughing) I mean she was at my knees begging for one. I thought that was funny, but sweet.”

 9. If you weren’t an Elvis Tribute Artist, what would you be your profession? 

 ”I love to cook and I was in the restaurant business for 12 years, I would love to be a chef.”

 10. To date, at which Legends In Concert venue have you had the most fun?

“I really enjoyed my stay here in Myrtle Beach because the cast I have worked with are really cool and fun to hang out with, also there is so much to do here in Myrtle. I especially love the beach.”

 11.  Blue Hawaii or Love Me Tender?

 ”Love me Tender….the ladies love it!”

Thank you Kevin!

Kevin was kind enough to honor our interview request moments before going on-stage to belt out “Blue Suede Shoes” to a capacity crowd in Myrtle Beach. Catch Kevin performing nightly in Myrtle Beach until the end of October. Thereafter, he can be seen in the Ultimate Elvis Tribute Artist Tour at Lumiere Place in St. Louis and  the Legends In Concert Holiday Spectacular at Foxwoods Resort Casino in Connecticut.

Ultimate Elvis Contest Wows for 2nd Straight year in Myrtle Beach

Nathan Belt as ElvisFor the second straight year, Elvis fans were completely captivated with over one dozen tributes to the King of Rock-N-Roll at Legends In Concert in Surfside Beach, SC.

This 2009 version of the competition featured contestants from all over the United States. Elvis tributes came from as far west as Texas to bring their special brand of Elvis to the throng of Elvis-hungry fans.

The evening’s festivities were emceed by resident South Strand favorite, Steve Fairchild, who portrays Garth Brooks throughout the country at Legends In Concert venues. Steve opened the one night only engagement with an energized and Garth Brooks-ified version of  Elvis’ “That’s Alright Mama”, immediately drawing the crowd into an Elvis-filled evening.The evening also featured Kevin Mills, who made two special appearances throughout the evening bringing his Elvis magic to the crowd with impeccable versions of ”Polk Salad Annie” and “My Way”.

 The competition opened with the return of last year’s Myrtle Beach contest winner, Michael Sokolik, Jr., who brought local fans to their feet with an energetic & youthful version of Elvis. From there, the night shined on with a dozen more Elvis acts who belted out spirited versions of all of Elvis’ hits from the rare ”Edge of Reality”, to the spiritual ”You Gave Me A Mountain”, and the ever-popular ”Suspicious Minds”.

When the dust settled at the end of round one, only Nathan Belt of Grapevine, Texas, Michael Sokolik, Jr., of Socastee, SC, and Vince King of Pearland, Texas were left standing as the final three. Each of the three then performed two more Elvis hits for the judges. Michael once again took the stage with non-stop movement ala Elvis’ early days and he was followed by Vince King, who provided the crowd with a well-balanced approach to the King of Rock; mixing both melodic vocals and a polished resemblance to Elvis. But the evening belonged to Nathan Belt, who performed third in the final round. Nathan opened his set with a breathtaking rendition of “Hurt” that kept the capacity crowd in awe and resulted in an extended standing ovation. Nathan’s vocals soared to peaks that, at times, seemed almost effortless on his part.  Tonight, Nathan had the complete package; Elvis swagger, towering vocals, and a charm only Elvis himself could exude.

The judges votes were in!  Nathan Belt  (pictured above) saddled in first place followed by fellow Texan, Vince King, who placed a close second. Michael Sokolik, Jr.  rounded out the top three finalists.

As the curtain fell on Myrtle Beach’s second annual Ultimate Elvis Tribute Artist Preliminary round, the entire ensemble of Elvis tributes treated the crowd to one final Elvis anthem, “Viva Las Vegas”. 

Shortly after 11:30pm, all the “Elvi had the left building” , capping off the Fabulous Fifties Festival weekend which is certain to become an enduring tradition along the Grand Strand for years to come. Ultimate Elvis Tribute Artist Preliminary Contestants-Myrtle Beach

Ultimate Elvis Tribute Preliminary Contest & Fabulous Fifties Festival descend on Myrtle Beach!

Kevin Mills as Elvis PresleyGrab your jump suits! The Ultimate Elvis Tribute Contest is making a stop in Myrtle Beach, SC this Saturday July 25th at 8pm. Legends In Concert theatre in Surfside Beach will host a preliminary round of the much-esteemed contest for the second time.

Over a dozen Elvis impersonators will convene to belt out some of Elvis’ most-beloved tunes. This year’s competition is sure to be filled with numerous treats including a special performance by Lake George contest winner and Myrtle Beach’s resident Elvis tribute, Kevin Mills(pictured right), and the return of last year’s Myrtle Beach winner, Michael Sokolik, Jr.

This year’s competition will also be accompanied by the 1st Annual Fabulous Fifties Festival; the brainchild of Legends In Concert’s Regional General Manager, Chris Beattie. The festival comes to the area on July 24th and 25th and will feature a charity golf tournament, a Fifties Sock Hop , and a classic car cruise. To kick things off on Friday July 24th, a charity golf tournament is being held at Wachesaw Plantation East, former host of the LPGA and 2007 Grand Strand Course of the year. After the golf tournament, a Fifties sock hop will shake, rattle ,and roll into Studebakers night club in Myrtle Beach.   On the afternoon of Saturday July 25th, over 50 classic automobiles will roll into the Legends In Concert parking lot in Surfside Beach and then cruise to Chick Fil A of Murrells Inlet. The weekend’s festival will culminate with the Ultimate Elvis Tribute Artist Contest at Legends In Concert at 8pm on Saturday evening.

Make your plans to attend all of these fun-filled activities this weekend!

Tickets for the Ultimate Elvis Tribute  Myrtle Beach contest are moving fast so purchase them now by clicking this link ELVIS TRIBUTE TICKETS-MYRTLE BEACH or by calling the ticket office directly at 1-800-960-SHOW.

Legends In Concert opens to a packed house at Foxwoods

Legends In Concert opened to a capacity crowd inside Foxwoods Resort Casino’s Fox Theatre on Tuesday June 2nd.

Rob Caudill as Rod Stewart opened the show and set the tone with his raucous opening set which included the well-known closer, ”Maggie May”, that had an eager and willing audience singing along.

The opening night performance also included spot-on performances from Cher, Tom Jones, Whitney Houston, and Elvis Presley tributes. Cher, portrayed by Sandra Wood, was a crowd-pleaser with a guest participating on a fun-loving rendition of Sonny and Cher’s “I Got You Babe” that had the standing-room only crowd in stitches. Next on was Steve McCoy, who like the real Tom Jones, had ladies swooning in their seats as he ripped through all of Tom Jones’ classics with unfettered passion. Whitney Houston tribute, Jazmine, took the stage next belting out all of Whitney’s greatest hits and ending off with her biggest chart-topper, “I Will Always Love You.”  In fitting Legends In Concert style, the last tribute to take front and center stage for the evening was Leo Days as Elvis Presley. Leo, a semi-finalist in the Ultimate Elvis Tribute Artist Contest, churned out hit after hit from the King of Rock-n-Roll in grand fashion. Leo brought the crowd to their feet on several occasions during his closing set.

The evening concluded with a rousing finale’ followed by a thunderous standing ovation!  Each legend brought a unique excitement to their signature act on this maiden voyage with Foxwoods.  All of these top-notch tributes combined with dazzling  dancers, remarkable backing singers, and a  heavy-hitting, no holds barred rock band made for a classic opening night at our newest venue.

Legends In Concert will be appearing all summer long at Foxwoods Resort Casino in Ledyard, CT.  Click here for show tickets, daily line-ups, show times, and more information.

Legends In Concert opens at Foxwoods Tues. June 2nd!

Legends In Concert, the longest running celebrity tribute show in the world, will be opening at Foxwoods Resort Casino on June 2nd, 2009 and run through September 6th, 2009.

Our summer line-up will include top-notch star tributes from both past and present including Elvis Presley, Justin Timberlake, Whitney Houston, Jay Leno, Michael Jackson, and many more.

Join us for a star-filled summer as we open at the Fox Theatre at Foxwoods Casino Resort, North America’s largest casino,  in just ONE WEEK!

Click here for Legends In Concert tickets at Foxwoods

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Rolling Stones Experience Jolts Myrtle Beach for One Night!

SatisfactionSatisfaction-"Keith Richards"Brash. Undaunted. Unmistakable. Straightfoward rock. You name it! The Rolling Stones Experience, “Satisfaction”, blew the roof off of Legends In Concert in Myrtle Beach Saturday night.

The Ultimate Rolling Stones Experience burned through Rolling Stones hit after hit. The guitar work was technically perfect matching Keith Richards and Ronnie Wood’s style lick for lick. Chris LeGrand, Satisfaction’s lead singer, matched Jagger note for note. The crowd was wowed by a 2nd half acoustic set and the closing song, “Satisfaction”-the band’s namesake, brought the house down.

Myrtle Beach local, Jamie Gainey, commented ” What an uncompromised tribute to one of the world’s greatest rock bands, the Stones!”  He also added that the “impersonations were extremely authentic with all the original flare and moves!”

If you attended tonight’s show, we would love your feedback! Please leave a comment.

More special events to come….check out our Ulimate Elvis Preliminary Contest coming this July!