Barnstormers was founded in 1952 by Mike Spooner, producing 22 plays in parks, schools, and any other venue they could find. In 1961, the group purchased a Church of Christ building at 112 NE Evelyn Avenue in Grants Pass. Since converting the building into a theatre, the Barnstormers have gone on to produce more than 200 plays over its half-century history!

Barnstormers has also produced many one act plays, musical productions, and community youth productions. A volunteer non-profit Oregon corporation, we are delighted to announce that the mortgage was paid off years ago through ticket sales and private donations from loyal patrons. We appreciate your continued support and look forward to 50 more productive years.

Mildred Irene Watt, one of our Founding Members, has written an "Early Barnstormers History." Telling the 54 year Story of the Barnstomers Theatre Company, Mildred also lists the 207 plays, right up through the 2006-2007 Season. This 33-page History is now available at the Historical Society Research Library, corner of 5th and K Streets, for $8.00.

MEMBERSHIP: Contact us for membership information and benefits.

WHAT WE DO

EDUCATION: We strive to provide a clean, fun, safe environment in which to expand our talents. Classes are provided from time to time for everything from stage movement to technical work. We encourage the public to become involved and have many duties for non-actors that require little or no theater knowledge and very little donated time.

THEATRE BUY-OUTS: Any private, public, or charitable organization may buy out our theatre for a sum of $500 for a private performance of a play in progress, on a NON PUBLIC performance date. This is an excellent FUND RAISING program for any group.

THEATRE FOR THE ARTS: Our theatre has been used by traveling troupes, musicians, musical groups and one-person shows. Outside performers and their materials must be reviewed and scheduled by our Artistic Committee.

PERFORMANCE TIMES:
Friday and Saturday.... 8:00 p.m. -- Sunday Matinee.... 2:00 p.m.