Mon Apr 28, 12:01 PM ET

Cast members rehearse a scene in which they debate whether to board a giant replica ark in the new stage show 'Noah - The Musical' at the Sight & Sound Theater in Branson, Mo., Friday, April 25, 2008. Branson tourism leaders are hopeful they can continue their record of outperforming the national tourism industry, despite a downturn in the economy. (AP Photo/Mark Schiefelbein)

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