This holiday season, Barter Theatre in Abingdon, Virginia, invites you to explore the magic and warmth of Christmas through three enchanting productions: 'Go Tell It On The Mountain', 'A Christmas Carol', and 'Santa Claus is Coming to Town'. Each performance offers a unique portrayal of holiday traditions and heartfelt storytelling, bringing together the community to celebrate the spirit of the season. With creative works by talented playwrights and composers, these plays promise to deliver joyous experiences filled with memorable characters, compelling narratives, and holiday cheer.

Embrace the Holiday Spirit with Barter Theatre's Spectacular Season

Barter Theatre

Go Tell it on the Mountain

A Christmas Carol

Santa Claus is Coming to Town

**Go Tell It On The Mountain at Barter Theatre**

**Event Overview:**
"Go Tell It On The Mountain," a captivating new play with music, is set to grace the stage of Barter’s Smith Theatre from November 20th to December 22nd. Crafted by Catherine Bush, with vocal arrangements by Eugene Wolf, this production promises to be a heartwarming exploration of the holiday spirit through the lens of ordinary Appalachians.

**Synopsis:**
The play weaves together the stories of individuals from the Appalachian region as they navigate the joys and challenges of the holiday season. From a young girl in Tennessee with dreams of becoming a ballerina in The Nutcracker to a Kentucky father whose sons are embroiled in the Civil War on opposing sides, "Go Tell It On The Mountain" brings to life the true essence of Christmas in the mountains. It's an invitation to create holiday memories that will linger long after the curtain falls.

**Content Advisories:**
Please note that the play includes mild language (ML). For more information on content advisories, attendees are encouraged to inquire further.

**Special Acknowledgments:**
Barter Theatre extends its gratitude for the support received from the Virginia Commission for the Arts, the Virginia General Assembly, and the National Endowment for the Arts, a federal agency. Additional thanks are given to the Town of Abingdon, Washington County, and the Virginia Tourism Corporation for their contributions.

**Venue:**
Smith Theatre, Barter Theatre
The performance is scheduled to run from November 20th to December 22nd, with a total of 46 shows remaining.

**Tickets:**
For those interested in experiencing this unique holiday play, tickets are now available for purchase. Don't miss the opportunity to be part of a memorable celebration of Appalachian culture and holiday traditions.

Join us at Barter Theatre for "Go Tell It On The Mountain" and immerse yourself in the stories and songs that define Christmas in the mountains.

Go Tell it on the Mountain

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