Based on information in a Silver Dollar City press release and web site as edited and modified by the author.

 

Silver Dollar City

New this year will be the World E-Motion show, a blend of acrobatics, gymnastics, folk dance and classical dance movements. The Eurhythmics dancers perform with precision and agility, using colorful ribbons, scarves and masks in this exciting art form from the culture-rich Balkan country.

World-Fest will also have a new show in the Echo Hollow Amphitheatre, five days a week, featuring the high-flying stunts of the Kenya Safari Acrobats. Performing amazing acts of strength and agility, this troupe of a dozen acrobats entertains with their cultural acrobatic style popular throughout Africa. From the limbo to human pyramids to flying stunts on a 12-foot pole, these athletes showcase their skills in this upbeat show.

World-Fest's most popular show ever, "Rhythmdance," returns in an all new production of as "Rhythmdance Too." It's a thunderous display of legendary Irish dancing with the precision and lightning-quick heel clicks that made Irish dance a worldwide phenomenon. Rhythmdance Too features champion Irish dancers and American cloggers in a rousing energetic performance that audience love.

World-Fest features hundred of performers from around the world presenting the music, dance, costumes, crafts, and culture of their native lands.  International acts and shows such as the "Russian Academia Brass Band," the "Shanghai Circus Acrobats" from China, the "Italian Flag Throwers," and the steel band from Trinidad are just a small part of why "World-Fest" is as one of the top festivals in the world.

What would a festival be without food? Festival foods from around the world will be featured throughout Silver Dollar City during the Festival. In addition, "World's Fare," a pavilion of international specialties will feature international entrees such as Jamaican Ribs, coconut shrimp, Irish lamb stew, Greek pies, and Mexican fajitas. What's a meal without desert, how about a selection of international deserts including dark chocolate French chambray cake or Italian tiramisu with layers of chocolate, espresso and mascarpone cheese?

World-Fest activities are in addition to shows, crafts, and park activitites.  Silver Dollar City, located near Branson, Missouri, is open Wednesdays through Sundays during World-Fest, 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., and 9:30 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. on Saturdays.

For ticket information or purchase call 1-800-451-3791 or, for on-line service, click here. Information is also available at www.silverdollarcity.com.