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SCHOOL OF SANTAS

July 16th-19th, 2026

AmericInn & Suites
275 Tanger Blvd
Branson, MO 65616

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Now Reserving Seats for our 2026 Class!

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We are beyond excited to announce that the incredible

Joe Barney

Will Be Our Keynote Instructor

Christmas

Meet Your Instructors!

Only $499.00 Includes School, Food and Branson Quality Entertainment

JOIN US!! CONTACT TAUNYA LAY TODAY!

We make it easy to register for the School of Santas! 
Contact Taunya Lay at Branson Ticket & Travel today at 417-335-2707 or Email her at taunya@bransonticket.com

—your one-stop shop for everything you need for school! From registration to hotel accommodations and even additional show tickets, Taunya has the magic to make it all happen!

Roger Minton Kringle Tracker

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Make holiday magic easier with Kringle Tracker! Roger Minton introduces this powerful, user-friendly CRM designed to streamline your Santa business—managing clients, events, finances, and more—so you can focus on creating unforgettable experiences.

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Steph Jordan Photography

Steph Boys, the creative force behind Steph Jordan Photography, has spent 13 years capturing magical moments, with her work featured in outlets like People Magazine. Voted one of Columbus, Ohio’s top photographers three years running, she specializes in bringing holiday characters to life through powerful imagery. At the School Of Santas, Steph will teach how to shine on camera, collaborate with photographers, and use storytelling and branding to elevate your presence.

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Larry Talbert
Talbert Insurance Services

With 41 years in insurance and 10 years as a performing Santa, Larry blends expertise with enchantment. He’s the creator of “T’was the Night Before Christmas, a Magical Presentation,” which launched a line of magical items to help Santas and Mrs. Clauses captivate audiences—no magician skills required!

At SOS - Gang, Larry will present:

  1. Entertainer insurance essentials—coverage options, costs, and real-life claim scenarios.

  2. Magical tools and tips to enhance your performance and keep the Christmas magic alive.

Get ready for a fun, informative, and magical experience!

Miranda Ritter
Kansas CIty Reindeeer

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Santa’s reindeer train in Kansas City! The reindeer love to go on displays to meet people and are available for social, corporate and Holiday events!

Christmas Presents

Meet Our VENDORS!

Meet  Your Host!

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 I’m thrilled to introduce you to someone who fills every moment with joy and holiday magic—Spangle the Clown! If you haven’t had the pleasure of meeting him yet, get ready for an unforgettable experience that will leave you with a heart full of cheer!

Spangle is not only the incredible host of School of Santa’s but also the driving force behind everything magical about this event. For over 30 years, he’s been spreading laughter and happiness, dedicating his life to making the holidays special for children and families. For the past 8 years, he’s been the mastermind behind School of Santa’s, where the fun never ends! 

n In 2024, Spangle was inducted into the International Santa Claus Hall of Fame!

 

This honor is a testament to the years he’s dedicated to spreading joy and making Christmas brighter for families everywhere.

He’s also the driving force behind the Warm Santa’s Heart by Warming the Hands of Children initiative, where he collects gloves, hats and other warm items to give to children during his free Santa visits in his mobile Santa trailer studio. It’s all about making sure every child feels the warmth of the holiday spirit.

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Through The Years... Years of Fun and Fellowship!

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🎅 Help Fill Our Sleigh at the School of Santas! 🎄🎁

 

We’re collecting mittens, hats, scarves, and gloves to fill our sleigh and spread warmth to those in need! 🧣🧤🧥

How it works:

Bring your donations of winter wear to the School of Santas.

For each donation, you’ll receive one raffle ticket

 (for example, 5 pairs of Gloves +5 Tickets, One Hat +1 Ticket)

Place your raffle ticket in a prize bag for our silent prize raffle!

    What’s a Silent Prize Raffle?
It’s simple! The raffle is silent, meaning you won’t need to be present to win. You just place your raffle ticket in the bag of the prize you'd like to win, and winners will be drawn at random! 🎟️✨

So, bring your donations, get your tickets, and cross your fingers for a chance to win a fantastic prize!

👉 Drop off your items in the Sleigh and help us spread the holiday cheer while you enter to win!

In-House Entertainment Also Included!

Terry Wayne Sanders - A Branson LEGEND!

Rick McEwen- Kenny Rogers Tribute

Rick and Anna Watson- A Garth Tribute

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Meet Your Tuesday Night Live Crew!

🎤🎉 Meet Your Tuesday Night Live Crew! 🎉🎤

Ready for some behind-the-scenes magic? 🎬✨ Come meet the awesome team that makes Tuesday Night Live a blast at the School Of Santas! From running lights and sound to hosting shows and roving reporting, we do it all! 😎

Drop by, say hi, and get to know the crew that keeps the energy high and the laughs rolling! You won’t regret it, and we promise you'll leave with a smile (and maybe even a joke or two)! 😜🙌

See you there—you’ll be glad you did! 😁

MEET THE TEAM

Jessica Rosa
Executive Program Director

Santa Mel
AKA Melissa Rickard
Your Emcee

Santa Scott Seretean

Lead Audio Engineer

(Assistant Grill Master Extraordinaire)

Bob & Carol McMasters
Welcome Hosts
(Bob is also the Grill Master Extraordinaire)

Your Host Spangle!

Georgetta
SPANGLE WRANGLER
(The toughest job of them all!)
&
Mrs. Spangle!

... And A Sleigh-Full of Other Helpers and Volunteers!

Taunya Lay
Event Facilitator 

Roger Minton
IT Advisor to Spangle

Santa Robert Wood

In-House Production Lead

Your AI Elf 
Noe

Your Culinary Team!
Alina, Georgetta, Anna Marie & Kristina

Big Thanks to the Team at AmericInn & Suites!  

Your Emcee,
Santa Mel
AKA Melissa Rickard

Jessica Rosa, Executive Program Director

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Bob and Carol McMasters
Welcome Host
s
(Bob is also the Grill Master Extraordinaire)

 

..And a Sleigh-Full of other Helpers and Volunteers!​

Meet The Team!

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Your Host,
SPANGLE

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Georgetta 
SPANGLE WRANGLER!
The Hardest Job of all
(Mrs. Spangle)

Taunya Lay
Event Facilitator 

Santa Scott Seretean
Lead Audio Engineer 

(Assistant Grill Master Extraordinaire)

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Roger Minton
Information Technology 

Santa Robert Wood
In-House Production Assistant 

Your Culinary Team!
Alina, Georgetta, Anna Marie and Kristina!

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