Jim Barber

I spent one year at SD School of Mines & Tech getting my basics, then transferred to the U of M in Minneapolis to complete my BA degree in Broadcasting & Theater Arts. Traveled a couple of years performing USO shows, then after graduation moved to Nashville, TN to perform at Opryland. I married Diane Wallahan (RC Stephens High 1980) in 1985 and in 1986 we moved to Bucks County, Pennsylvania. Lots of travel as an entertainer, earned a BS degree in Multimedia at the Art Institute of Philadelphia and in 1999 we moved to Branson, Missouri where I continue to perform and work as a marketing consultant for the area. Since April 2018 I serve as the Executive Director of the Branson Regional Arts Council. BransonArts.org

So many great memories from band trips and drama competitions, to being part of the "Cobbler Capers" school talent shows and theater productions.

My favorite teachers: Dale Green (Theater), Jack Knowles (Band), and Ken Knapp (Math). They all went beyond the norm to make sure their students received the best education possible.