About Us
Welcome to the magic that is Barter Theatre. Our passion can be felt in two unique venues of live performance:
- -Barter Theatre, able to accommodate 506 patrons, is a grand theatre full of rich history and home to incredible productions.
- -Barter Stage II, set inside a historical building across the street from Barter Theatre, Barter Stage II is a more intimate setting with 167 seats around a thrust stage...where the action is up close and personal.
Famous Alumni
Our Alums :
- Patricia Neal
- Ernest Borgnine
- Ned Beatty
- Gregory Peck
- ....many more
See a list of our famous alums >
History
From 1933 patrons trading produce for admission into the theatre, Barter Theatre has a unique 75 year history.
Hearing Loop Assistance
A hearing loop has ben installed to assist those with hearing devices equipped with Telecoils.
Employment
Want to join the Barter Theatre Family?
Find out about volunteer and employment opportunities at Barter >
Barter Staff
Find out more about...
Richard Rose, Barter's Producing Artistic Director
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Frequently Asked Questions
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Box Office Hours
- Monday—Saturday
- 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.
- 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.
- Sunday
- 1 p.m. – 5 p.m.
- 1 p.m. – 5 p.m.
*HOURS ARE EXTENEDED FOR EVENING PERFORMANCES
Getting Here
Barter Theatre Address:
127 West Main Street, Abingdon, VA 24210
Barter Theatre Policies
Learn more about our theatre policies that include: Physically challenged accessibility, Assistance for hearing impaired patrons, Camera restrictions, Smoking policy, Late seating policy, Child policies ... learn more >
