Shows

Each year we present a series of live theatrical productions in South Paris, Maine. These shows give local audiences the opportunity to experience the magic of performance and to celebrate the adventurous artists who share their work with the public in our intimate, historic venue.

Pay-What-You-Can Tickets

This year, tickets to nearly all of our shows are pay-what-you-can, starting at $5.

If you are able, we recommend you pay $20 per ticket. But we want as many people—along with their friends and family—to see a show this summer. This initiative is made possible in part by a gift from the Maine Community Foundation.

Our 2024 line-up is below! Click on the “Tickets” button to purchase tickets via Humanitix.

Our 2024 Season

The Early Evening Show

Saturday, June 1 at 7:30 PM
Mike Miclon

Hosted by Mike Miclon

Join the thousands of people who have enjoyed Maine’s longest-running variety show, featuring longtime fan favorites and surprise guests!

Cold, Cold Night Burlesque with Ragtime Rebellion (18+)

Saturday, June 8 at 7:30 PM
Cold, Cold Night Burlesque

Heat up your summer with this spectacle of scintillating skills, musical thrills, and good old-fashioned show business.

This show is for people over the age of eighteen.

My Pathetic Career

Saturday, June 15 at 7:30 PM
Robert Post on the road. Photo: George C. Anderson

Directed by Robert Post

Watch this funny, moving, and brand new documentary film, directed by longtime Barn favorite.

The Malaga Ship: A Story of Maine and the Middle Passage

Saturday, June 22 at 7:30 PM

Created and performed by Antonio Rocha

Witness a renowned storyteller unfurl the true, heartbreaking tale of a slave ship as it is built in Maine and travels the Middle Passage. 

Dreamcatcher

Saturday, June 29 at 7:30 PM

Created and performed by Leland Faulkner

Experience traditional Native American wonder tales and magical adventures told with an original and personal perspective by one of the Barn’s former artistic directors.

The Early Evening Show

Saturday, July 6 at 7:30 PM
Mike Miclon

Hosted by Mike Miclon

Join the thousands of people who have enjoyed Maine’s longest-running variety show, featuring longtime fan favorites and surprise guests!

Vulture Sister Song

Saturday, July 13 at 7:30 PM

Created and performed by Ellen Smith Ahern, Pete Dybdahl, Jacob Elias, Kate Elias, and Josina Guess

Celebrate the wonders of nature with this vibrant production that brings together dance, storytelling, music, and sculpture.

To Bee or Not to Bee

Saturday, July 27 at 2:00 PM

A Piti Théâtre production, created and performed by Jonathan Mirin and Godeliève Richard

Be inspired by the magic of honeybees in this production for young audiences—a matinee the whole family can enjoy!

A Nerdy Gay Juggling Show

Saturday August 10 at 7:30 PM

Created and performed by Jacob D’Eustachio

Go on a journey of queer joy, self-discovery, and juggling.

The Spectacular

Saturday, August 17 at 7:30 PM
Thom Wall performing at the 50th Anniversary Spectacular in 2022

Celebrate the Barn at our annual variety show and fundraiser, honoring Davis Robinson

Tickets to this event are $25 and help sustain our work.

The Early Evening Show

Saturday, August 24 at 7:30 PM

Hosted by Mike Miclon

Join the thousands of people who have enjoyed Maine’s longest-running variety show, featuring longtime fan favorites and surprise guests!

An Evening with Maine Inside Out

Saturday, September 7 at 7:30 PM

Learn more about the inspiring work of this Lewiston-based nonprofit.

This event is free to attend, but reservations are recommended.

Ha Ha da Vinci

Saturday, September 14 at 7:30 PM
Phina Pipia

Created and performed by Phina Pipia

Prepare to be surprised and delighted during this light-hearted, talent-rich theatrical and musical experience.

The Gawler Family Band

Saturday, October 5 at 7:30 PM
The Gawler Family Band

Featuring the Gawler Family Band

Find joy with this fun-loving, fiddling family band playing original songs and traditional music.

The Early Evening Show

Saturday, October 12 at 7:30 PM
Mike Miclon

Hosted by Mike Miclon

Join the thousands of people who have enjoyed Maine’s longest-running variety show, featuring longtime fan favorites and surprise guests!