Abingdon, VA Events: Theatre at Barter Theatre

Abingdon's calendar is dominated by theatre, with our listings tracking 168 shows across just three venues — nearly all of it staged by the Barter Theatre, the State Theatre of Virginia.

The Gilliam Stage at Barter Theatre carries most of the season, with the more intimate Smith Theatre at Barter Theatre hosting the rest. The Southwest Virginia Higher Education Center fills out the occasional non-theatre event.

Founded in 1933 and still operating on its original "barter for admission" name, Barter Theatre has launched the careers of actors including Gregory Peck and Patricia Neal — a genuinely historic stop for anyone touring Southwest Virginia's Appalachian theatre scene.

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