Teachers & Students
Barter Theatre is committed to educating students of all ages. You can see shows at the theatre or bring shows to your school – either way, you will be opening the door to new worlds you’ve never explored. Not only will our shows change the way you see things, but we have a whole host of educational opportunities that will extend and deepen what you learn from a Barter show.
The Emory & Henry College Theatre Program
(in association with Barter Theatre) takes our educational programing to the next level.
“You help us block out the real world for 2 hours and watch someone else’s… I have laughed, cried, gasped and screamed with each of the actors… You will never know how much of an impact you all have had on my life.” – student
Barter's Educational Mission
- For seventy-five years, Barter has engaged in creative, cutting edge methods to provide its patrons, and the citizens of this region, with entertaining, educational theatre experiences that will positively and permanently benefit their lives.
- Barter Theatre recognizes the powerful impact of theatre arts on education and provides affordable, educational and entertaining programming that meets testing requirements for SOLs and TCAPs as well as the requirements for other states. Barter Theatre’s programs help teachers creatively present information their students are studying as part of their school’s curriculum.
Arts are a meaningful part of every student’s life because they create meaningful and authentic learning experiences.
Emory & Henry College Theatre Association
The Emory & Henry Theatre Department operates in association Barter Theatre, ten minutes away from the E&H campus. This association offers theatre majors opportunities for professional internships, mentoring, workshops, and master classes throughout their college career. Barter staff members regularly serve as adjunct faculty and guest artists in the theatre department. In addition, E&H theatre majors have the opportunity to attend professional rehearsals, participate in “talk backs” with the actors and crew after Barter performances, and serve as understudies in Barter productions.
For More Information:
Visit E&H's Theatre Department
Performances
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Fall & Winter 2009 Barter Players
Fall & Winter 2009 Student Matinees
Spring 2010 Student Matinees
- The Diary of Anne Frank
Spring 2010 Barter Players
- Billy - Goat - Gruff
- Charlotte's Web
Barter Players 2010 Tour
Visit the Players Tour Page to get more details.
Reservations / More Information
Contact our Group Sales Representative at (276) 619-5406 or groupsalesrep@bartertheatre.com
Educational Tools
Barter offers tools to help further engage your students:
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- Study Guides
- (e) L earning Game
- Verizon Distance Learning
- Hands-On Experiences
- Tours
- Talkbacks with the Cast
Student Lunches
- Find out about meals for your student groups at The Barter Café
full menu & more Café details >
Young Playwright's Festival
- Find out about this opportunity for your high school students
Getting Here
Barter Theatre Address:
127 West Main Street, Abingdon, VA 24210
Want More Information?
Teachers... e-mail our Group Sales department for more info
Parents... Click here to sign-up to receive information about programs for young audiences.


