As one of the Master of Ceremonies for the show, Stockdill is in charge of just about everything�from establishing a strong connection with the audience and performing musical numbers, to calling equestrian competitions and rounding up the grand finale.

The search began back in early January when more than 100 people auditioned for the part. Four finalists were selected, one of which was Stockdill. She has now completed three months of intensive training to make sure that she is prepared to handle the leading role in Orlando.

Stockdill is an entertainment veteran. During the past 15 years she has worked in just about every arena from radio, TV, studio and print to cruise lines and theme parks. She has appeared in live shows at Walt Disney World, Tokyo Disneyland, Islands of Adventure, Busch Gardens and Opryland USA. One of her career highlights was working with Donald O�Connor in Damn Yankees at the Showboat Dinner Theater in St. Petersburg, Florida.

�Kim has been receiving rave reviews in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee,� said Ken McCabe, Corporate Director of Entertainment for Dixie Stampede. �The audiences just adore her. We are thrilled to have her joining our team in Orlando. With her unique blend of strength and charm, she will add a new dimension to the show.�

Stockdill is equally excited about the opportunity to work with Dixie Stampede. �I�ve got big shoes to fill and have had to learn everything�from songs and dance steps, to how to ride a horse. Working with this group has been an incredible experience for me and I�m quite confident it�s time for a show like this in Orlando.�

Dolly Parton�s Dixie Stampede Dinner & Show � Orlando, is a Dollywood Production. �Orlando�s Most Fun Place to Eat,� will open June 19, 2003. The general admission price � $43.99 for adults and $28.99 for children ages 3 to 11, plus sales tax � includes the Carriage Room show, the main show and a fabulous four-course feast. The new $28 million, 128,000 square-foot facility is conveniently located in the heart of Central Florida�s tourist sector, between Walt Disney World Resort and Universal Orlando (see map) just off Interstate 4. For more information call Dixie Stampede at (407) 238-4455, toll-free (866) 443-4943 or visit www.dixiestampede.com.

For more information contact:
John Stine
Dolly Parton�s Dixie Stampede Dinner & Show, Orlando
407-238-2777; johnst@dixietn.com

Suzanne McGovern
Yesawich, Pepperdine, Brown & Russell Public Relations
407-838-1802; suzanne_mcgovern@ypbr.com

Allison Pope
Yesawich, Pepperdine, Brown & Russell Public Relations
(407) 838-1719; allison_pope@ypbr.com