Billy Dean

Country artist Billy Dean will be adding acting to his resume this winter, as he takes on the lead role in the critically-acclaimed Broadway-style Christmas production, "The Toy Shoppe."

The Starlite Theatre in Branson, MO recently announced the addition of the new Christmas show to its roster. The Toy Shoppe starring Billy Dean kicks off on Friday, November 1st and will continue through Saturday, December 21st. The original music and story were written and arranged by Country music icon Kenny Rogers. Dean will take on the role of Toy Shoppe owner Hank Longley, normally played by Rogers. Kenny personally chose Billy to be his successor.

"I'm over the top about getting to play Hank Longley in 'The Toy Shoppe,'" said Dean. "This is normally Kenny's role so I've got some big shoes to fill. But I promise to give it my all and make Kenny proud! This is such a great Christmas story for the kids and the whole family. I've already teared up a time or two while reading over my lines. November can't come soon enough!"

Tickets are available now through the Starlite Theatre website www.starlitetheatre.com or by phoning the box office at (866) 991-8445.

By Misti Douglas

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