Meet the Cast

Mike Bishop — emcee, vocals, producer

Mike has entertained since his early teens. Growing up in northeast Arkansas not far from Memphis, he was influenced by country, rock n roll, blues and gospel music. He moved to the Ozarks just after high school and began working as an entertainer at Dogpatch USA theme park near Harrison. From there he has spent the last 32 years entertaining people on vacation in the Ozarks, as well as on the road, having performed in 43 states. Most of Mike's road years consisted of touring with the MIKE BISHOP & SWEET N' SASSY SHOW, which featured his lovely wife Dale, and their high energy showband.

Dale Bishop  — vocalist

Dale was born in Oklahoma City then lived in Texas before her family moved to Arkansas in her pre-teens. She performed at Dogpatch USA theme park, and later with the Ozark Opry show in Osage Beach, Missouri before starting a long career with husband Mike. After some time off, she's back on the stage and loving every minute of it! Dale is also responsible for theater merchandising and costuming of the show.

Scott Dewbre — comedy, saxophone, guitar, vocals

Scott performed with the Single Tree Band out of Oklahoma for sixteen years. During that time they opened for, or performed with 75 major acts; won the Oklahoma Wrangler Country Showdown in 1985; placed 4th nationally out of 151,000 acts; and sang on two charted billboard records. He spent 6 years with the Ozark Mountain Hoedown in Eureka Springs and worked with the Mike Bishop & Sweet n Sassy show for three years. He is very proud of his 7 children and all of his grandchildren.

Kenneth "Buster" Sharp — guitar, bass, steel guitar, vocals

Buster has had a colorful career having performed with many country artists. He's our band leader at the theater and also sings with our gospel pre-show. You might have seen Buster performing in Branson, with a recording act or here at the theater over the past several seasons. He's a very positive guy who is a real asset to the band.

Acra Turner — piano and vocals

Acra, a name from the Bible, exemplifies our newest performer's upbringing and his gospel roots. Born and raised in Richmond, Virginia, Acra excelled in sports, played college football and basketball, and later coached basketball. He has always loved to play piano and sing in church. His love of the Lord and his fellow man comes through with every note and we feel blessed to have such a fine musician and gentleman in the group.

John Walter Morrison — drums, guitar, vocals

Walt is a great addition to the show. Before coming to the Pine Mountain Theater, Walt performed at several venues in Branson, Missouri, including the Dixie Stampede. He is a solid drummer, a great feature vocalist and harmony singer. He lives in Branson now where he has performed at several venues including the Dixie Stampede. Walt entertained our troops in Korea, Japan, Germany, Greenland, Iceland, Norway, Turkey, Spain Greece, and Saudi Arabia.

Gary Welch— vocalist, guitar, banjo, bass

Gary – a southern gentleman with roots in Texas, Louisiana, and Arkansas – first met Mike and Dale while auditioning for them in the late 70's. Now, after spending many years touring the country with entertainers such as Danny Davis and the Nashville Brass, and performing at venues in Branson, Missouri, he has joined the Pine Mountain cast as a vocalist and musician, playing guitar, banjo, and bass.