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Come From Away

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About Gilliam Stage At Barter Theatre

Welcome to Gilliam Stage, Barter Theatre’s main proscenium auditorium in the heart of Abingdon, Virginia. With a total seating count, Gilliam Stage anchors a rich program of regional theatre, classics, and contemporary productions. The venue sits across Main Street from the Smith Theatre, Barter’s smaller thrust/stadium-style venue, creating a dynamic duo of intimate and grand stage experiences under one historic roof.

Barter Theatre is proud to be designated the State Theatre of Virginia and hosts a range of events such as the Appalachian Festival of Plays and Playwrights. The current season includes titles like Come From Away, delivering a memorable live theatre experience just steps from downtown Abingdon’s dining and lodging options.

Whether you’re planning a night out, securing a group outing, or coordinating transport for a larger party, we’ve got you covered with easy ticket access, reliable information, and helpful local recommendations.

Getting to Gilliam Stage is straightforward. Park in Barter’s lot on Main Street across from the Gilliam Stage and use the Partington Place entrance. Street parking on Main Street and Valley Street is also available. For group visits or big show nights, our Box Office can arrange shuttle or group transport as needed. If you’re staying overnight, The Martha Washington Inn sits directly across Main Street from Barter Theatre, offering convenient lodging just steps from the stage door.

Plan your visit around the venue’s notable programming and the local dining scene. For the full Barter experience, check out the Smith Theatre across Main Street for a varied schedule and intimate performances.

Follow Barter Theatre's official channels for the latest event updates and social posts:

Barter Theatre Official Website: bartertheatre.com
Barter Theatre on Facebook: facebook.com/BarterTheatre
Barter Theatre on Instagram: instagram.com/bartertheatre

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Seating, Parking & Venue Information

Gilliam Stage capacity: 505 seats (216 balcony).
Smith Theatre capacity: 167 seats.
Addresses: Gilliam Stage — 127 West Main Street, Abingdon, VA 24210; Smith Theatre — 110 West Main Street, Abingdon, VA 24210.
Venue layout: Gilliam Stage is Barter’s main proscenium auditorium; Smith Theatre across Main Street is a smaller thrust/stadium-style venue.
Parking: Barter’s lot on Main Street across from Gilliam Stage; Partington Place entrance; street parking on Main Street and Valley Street.
Transit: Bus loading/unloading in front of Smith Theatre; group transport arrangements via Box Office.
Nearby hotels: The Martha Washington Inn is directly across Main Street from Barter Theatre.
Notable events: Appalachian Festival of Plays and Playwrights; Barter is designated the State Theatre of Virginia; current season includes titles like Come From Away; Smith Theatre was renamed in 2019.
COVID-era note: 2020–2021 performances were staged at the Moonlite Theatre as a temporary venue.