JOPLIN, MO | MAY 5, 2026 | by Tracy Irwin  

Don’t miss this spectacular event showcasing an emerging national talent coming to Branson, Missouri, this fall!

In their much-anticipated first live performance, rising Christian rock artist Robert Peterson and The Crusade will be featured in concert at the Hughes Brothers Theatre on Saturday, October 3, 2026, at 8:00 PM.

Located on the famous Branson Strip at 3425 West 76 Country Blvd., the venue offers an intimate setting for this milestone event. Tickets are $50 for adults and $15 for children ages 12 and under. Tickets can be purchased by calling 1-800-422-0076, 417-334-0076, or online at https://hughesentertainmentinc.com/robert-peterson-and-the-crusade/

“The Hughes Brothers Theatre has a fantastic reputation for its award-winning, family-friendly entertainment, and we are excited to bring our original rock music to this iconic Branson stage," states frontman Robert Peterson. "The concert promises a high-energy, guitar-driven experience that blends classic rock nostalgia with modern indie and alternative sensibilities.”

Based out of Joplin, Missouri, Robert Peterson and The Crusade have forged an innovative mix of classic and modern alternative style rock. In less than two years, they have established a powerful international presence, generating thousands of streams across more than 100 countries. Performing in support of their debut album, Change Coming On, the band will showcase hit tracks like "Sometime," "Of All The World," and "Baa Baa The Black Sheep," which have already landed on a variety of Top 30 independent singles charts.

More than just a band, The Crusade represents an inspired vision brought to life—a musical force sharing a deeply positive message with all who have ears to hear.