Lakes Region Summer Theatre Still Going Strong

Dan Roach and Amy Prothro in “It Had to be You” at The Barnstormers Theatre.

Although it’s almost time for “back to school,” there’s still a lot of summer still left to enjoy. Summer theatre is a long-standing tradition in the area, and our local Lakes Region playhouses are ending the season in style with top-quality performances that are sure to keep you warm well into fall!

Founded in 1931 by Francis Cleveland, The Barnstormers in Tamworth is one of the longest-running professional summer theatres in the country. The Barnstormers is now one of three Equity theatres in New Hampshire and is the only theatre in the world that maintains the summer theatre tradition of eight plays in eight weeks. During July and August, the theatre features plays that are considered the “gems of American and British theatre.” This weekend, guests can catch the final performances of the madcap comedy, It Had To Be You, which runs until August 18. Next week is the last show of the season—Larry Shue’s The Foreigner, running August 21-25. “The Foreigner is an amazing play that incorporates comedy, drama, farce and a hint of darkness,” says Artistic Director Bob Shea. Read the rest of this entry »

The Barnstormers Theatre will present Meredith Village Savings Bank their ‘Business for the Arts Award 2009′

At their 2009 Gala and Auction, Barnstormers Theatre will present the ‘Business for the Arts Award 2009′ to Meredith Village Savings Bank for their generous support of the arts and other nonprofit organizations in our community.  Meredith Village Savings Bank will be recognized for business leadership in the arts and culture, which are vital to a strong economy and vibrant and healthy community.  This year, the Barnstormers Theatre will be holding their Gala and Auction at the Chase House Flagship Room at the Inns & Spa at Mill Falls on Sunday August 16th, at 5:00 pm.   It is expected to be a rollicking, romping, brigadoon bash filled wtih live entertainment, cocktails, hors d’oeuvres, silent auction and live auction.  If you would like to join Barnstormers Theatre on this festive occasion, tickets are $35.00 each, or two for $60.00.  For more information and tickets visit their website at

www.barnstormerstheatre.org or call 603.323.8500.

The Barnstormers Theatre is located in the center of picturesque Tamworth Village in east central New Hampshire.  Built in the 1820s as a store, the building was remodeled as a theatre in 1936.  Following renovation in 1998-1999, it became a year-round facility.  With a 28-foot proscenium stage, the auditorium has 282 comfortable seats in orchestra and balcony, air-conditioning, and superb acoustics.