About the show
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24 years ago, the Welk Group presented its producers with a unique challenge - how do you capture the essence of an entire decade in just two hours? The result of that challenge became #1 Hits of the 60's, the ultimate decade show in Branson, MO.
#1 Hits of the 60’s touches on over 115 songs from the great artists of the 50’s, 60’s and 70’s. Elvis Presley, The Beach Boys, The Supremes, The Beatles, Carole King, ABBA, The Carpenter’s, The Bee Gees… the list goes on and on. Add over 100 costume changes, fun video, a talented cast of 7 and live band and you’ve got the recipe for the show dubbed “The Most Fun You’ll Have In Branson!"
But the thing that really distinguishes #1 Hits of the 60's from any other show is that each and every performer on stage is passionate -about the fact that the unforgettable music and its connection to the audience is what's important.
Every day we're asked "How do you have all that energy on stage?" That's easy - it's not work! Whether it's our interactive game ("Was It The 50's or 60’s?"), the high school dance segment (where we take our audience back to their youthful school days), or the moment where you get to stand up and do all those crazy dances with the cast, we get to have fun and "go on vacation" with hundreds of visitors a day during our show. And our favorite part? That's easy too - it's that moment in the lobby after the show when all our new friends exit smiling and talking about all the memories we brought back... It's the best job in Branson!
Meet the cast
Matt Muhoberac
Matt grew up in a family of professional musicians in Los Angeles, CA. His credits as a composer/arranger/singer/musician include TV shows like General Hospital, NBC Sports and Friends, commercials for major advertisers like McDonald's, Budweiser, and Chevrolet, and animated series including The Addams Family, Power Puff Girls, Life with Louie and Bill Cosby's "Fatherhood". He moved to Branson 20 years ago to raise his 3-year-old daughter and has never looked back. Twenty-some years ago he was a founding member of #1 Hits of the 60's, where he met the lovely lady that is now his wife, Amber Campbell.
Amber Campbell
Amber is a native of LaRussell, MO and a graduate of Southwest Baptist University where she earned a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Theatre, with a Music Minor. Amber has loved getting to perform and raise her beautiful daughter Jade in the Branson community. She has been a featured vocalist and MC for several Branson shows over the years. Amber was named “Entertainer of the Year” by The Branson Terry Music Awards in 2022, but she says her most rewarding experience has been owning, producing, and performing with her husband Matt Muhoberac in #1 Hits of the 60’s!
Kelly Parrish
Kelly Parrish has been with #1 Hits of the 60’s since 2015. She comes from a small farm town outside of Peoria, IL. At a young age, she began her career in the TV and film industry in Chicago. She has worked alongside many celebrities, including Oprah Winfrey. After graduating from Lincoln College, she made her way to Branson to perform with Jimmy Osmond in his American Jukebox show. Kelly says she has enjoyed making Branson her home as she and her husband, Steve, raise two sons.
Michael Jason Frost
Michael Jason Frost has been with the show since 2016. He grew up in Rogersville, TN, not too far from Pigeon Forge, where he went on to spend several years as a performer. Michael and his wife and daughter moved to Branson in 2014. He has since appeared in several shows in Branson. Michael was named “Male Entertainer of the Year” in 2019 by the Branson Show Awards, and also “Male Vocalist of the Year” in 2022 by the Branson Terry Music Awards. He holds a bachelor degree in organizational management from East Tennessee State University. He enjoys singing with his family as “The Frosts.”
Josh Carroll
Josh Carroll joined the show in 2016. He was born and raised in the small farm town of Odin, IL. It was in this southern IL town that Josh cut his teeth in the music industry. Coming from a large family of performers, Josh carried on the tradition and moved to Branson, MO in 2001 where he was cast in the Magnificent Country show at the White House Theater as a male lead and featured guitarist. He later went on to become the lead Guitarist for the Magnificent America Show at the White House Theater as well as a featured performer in the Magnificent Seven show.
Mike Williamson
“Big Mike” Williamson grew up in a musical family with deep roots in the Ozarks. Mike learned to play guitar and sing harmony as a young child along with the rest of his brothers and cousins. Later, he picked up other instruments, including trumpet, trombone, euphonium, and tuba. As a teenager, he took up electric and upright bass (his main instruments). He also plays mandolin, ukulele, dulcimer, harmonica, and percussion. Mike studied music at College of the Ozarks, New Mexico State University, and the University of Missouri before becoming a full-time musician.
Dino Phillips
Dino Phillips joined the show in 2016. He comes from St. Louis, MO, and has become known as one of Branson's most sought-after drummers. Dino has played in numerous shows in Branson over the past several years. He has been named "Drummer of the Year" and "Best Drummer" numerous times in the Branson Show Awards, as well as the Branson Terry Music Awards.
James Allen
James is originally from Sydney, Australia where he studied musical theatre at the National Institute of Dramatic Arts. Theatre credits include: Les Miserables, Guys and Dolls, and Jesus Christ Superstar. James traveled the world as a guest entertainer on Princess Cruises for six years before moving to Las Vegas where he was the vocal captain in Donn Arden's Jubilee! He's now a Branson local with his wife and two daughters. James has been seen in many shows here in Branson, and he also produces shows as well.
Jonathan Black
#1 Hits of the 60s welcomed Jonathan Black on saxophone in 2021. Originally from Jasper, Alabama, Jonathan attended Belmont University in Nashville, TN and became a sought-after musician right here in Branson, MO. Over the past few years, may have heard him playing with Clay Cooper, The Baldknobbers, 70s Music Celebration Starring Barry Williams, Buck Trent, and Grand Country,
Brian Ashton Miller
Originally from Charleston, WV, Brian is thrilled to be back grooving with this awesome cast! After graduating from Marshall University, he moved to NYC where he was able to fulfill his dreams in Broadway National Tours of RENT, Grease and Rock of Ages. Since touring, he has been seen in Mamma Mia (Arizona Broadway), Saturday Night Fever (TBTS) and Great American Trailer Park (LTOTS). Fun Fact: He performed alongside Michael Frost at the Miracle Theater (Pigeon Forge TN) in 2007! Other credits include Holland America Cruise Line, American Music Theater, starring beside Adam Lambert in “Debbie…” Brian now lives in the Ozarks with his wife, Kristen, who is a dancer with Clay Coopers Country Express, and his step-daughters, Kylee and Emma.
Chelsie Boyd Odom (Swing)
Originally from Hampton, GA, Chelsie started out as a contemporary christian music artist at age 11. Over the next 7 years, Chelsie released 4 studio albums and performed alongside artists such as Larnell Harris, FFH, Brittany Hargest of Jump5, John Waller, Steve Fee, Kevin Max of DC Talk, and Jamie-Grace. In 2010, she won the award for Best Overall Adult Singer at the AMTC nation wide competition in Orlando, Florida. In 2012, Chelsie moved to Branson, MO with her husband, Stephen. Since then, she has performed in many productions; some of her favorites include Hallmark’s production of Maxine’s Christmas Carol, Comedy Jamboree, Raiding the Country Vault, Smoke on the Mountain, and Million Dollar Quartet. She has been awarded "Female Vocalist of the Year" by the Branson Show Awards in 2019 and "Best Female Vocalist" by the Best of Branson Awards for 2020 and 2021.
Ashley Jo Deaton
Ashley Jo Deaton, originally from Casa Grande, Arizona, grew up heavily involved in theatre and dance within her community. She landed her first professional gig working for the Mouse, entertaining at both Disneyland and Disney World. When Ashley first arrived in Branson 12 years ago, #1 Hits of the 60's graciously gave her the opportunity to start a career and grow as a professional performer. You may have seen her in other shows throughout the years such as "Red, Hot and Blue", "Barry Williams 70's Celebration", and 6 seasons on the Showboat Branson Belle. Ashley and her wonderful husband, Jeremy, have three incredible daughters and are beyond happy to be surrounded by their very loving and supportive family right here in town! Returning to #1 Hits of the 60's is a true blessing and Ashley is very excited to be back with her “groovy” family.