| It's been an eventful year at the Barrow-Civic Theatre with a busy schedule of plays, musicals and special acts. To honor the standout performances from community members, the theater has created the Barry Awards. Not named after anyone named Barry, rather it's a fun play on the Barrow. This is the first of what the organizers are hoping becomes a yearly event. Similar to the Emmys and Oscars there are multiple categories with nominees picked by a committee. The categories include Lead Actor and Actress for both plays and musicals, Featured Performers in plays and musicals, Youth Lead Actor and Actress in a Musical, Best Play, Best Musical, Best Youth Musical, Best Costume Design, Best Choreography, Best Director for both plays and musicals, Best Music Direction and Best Musical Ensemble. (See graphics for the list of nominees.) The winners will be determined by a voting committee of audience members who attended all the shows nominated based on box office ticket records kept by the theater. The awards will be announced during a Red Carpet & Black Tie fundraiser at 7 p.m. on January 17, 2026 at the theatre. August Babington will serve as the host for the event, which will also include performances and a sneak peek at next year's schedule. Tickets are $30 and on sale now. We aren't on the voting committee, but we were lucky to take in all the shows. Well except "Who's Holiday", which is on our list for next month. So many memorable moments and performances that we could mention, but don't want to influence any judges decisions. So if seeing this awards announcement has got you feeling reminiscen and you're looking for a remindert, we've got you covered. Below are links to our coverage of all the 2025 shows, listed in the order in which they were performed throughout the year. And if you are struggling to think about a certain show, there are tons of photos to help you remember and relive the great performances and productions. Enjoy!    |     |
Space Cadets
An original youth musical by Emilee Weaver and Aiofe Salusky.
www.8and322.com/eight--322/the-courage-to-create-is-out-of-this-world
www.8and322.com/eight--322/the-courage-to-create-is-out-of-this-world
The Mixed Up Fantasy Musical
A celebration of the 25th Anniversary of Franklin Civic Operetta's Youth Theatre.
www.8and322.com/eight--322/twenty-five-years-of-youth-theater-fun-and-memories
www.8and322.com/eight--322/twenty-five-years-of-youth-theater-fun-and-memories
Rumors
A full length comedy play on the Main Stage.
www.8and322.com/eight--322/rumors-have-it-a-new-barrow-production-opens-friday
www.8and322.com/eight--322/rumors-have-it-a-new-barrow-production-opens-friday
Montey Python's SPAMALOT
A humorous full length musical based on the popular movie Monty Python and the Holy Grail.
www.8and322.com/arts/opening-up-a-can-of-spamalot
www.8and322.com/arts/opening-up-a-can-of-spamalot
Doubt
A small cast play that was performed in the Little Theatre.
www.8and322.com/arts/dont-doubt-this-work-of-art-at-the-barrow-civiclittle-theatre
www.8and322.com/arts/dont-doubt-this-work-of-art-at-the-barrow-civiclittle-theatre
Footloose
A jukebox musical featuring hit songs and a predominately young adult cast.
www.8and322.com/eight--322/gotta-gotta-cut-loose-footloose
www.8and322.com/eight--322/gotta-gotta-cut-loose-footloose
Rabbit Hole
An emotion journey through grief that was performed on the Little Theatre stage.
www.8and322.com/eight--322/rabbit-hole-when-art-helps-us-know-who-we-are
www.8and322.com/eight--322/rabbit-hole-when-art-helps-us-know-who-we-are
Singin' in the Rain
This year's Applefest show was a step back in time to the dawn of "Talkies."
www.8and322.com/eight--322/fnd-yourself-singin-the-last-few-rainy-days-no-why-not-visit-the-barrow-civic-theatre-starting-tonight-to-see-why-you-should
www.8and322.com/eight--322/fnd-yourself-singin-the-last-few-rainy-days-no-why-not-visit-the-barrow-civic-theatre-starting-tonight-to-see-why-you-should
Disney's Frozen Jr.
A youth theatre musical rendition of the hit animated movie.
www.8and322.com/eight--322/frozen-is-a-heartwarming-tale-about-what-love-really-means
www.8and322.com/eight--322/frozen-is-a-heartwarming-tale-about-what-love-really-means
Who's Holiday offers reimagined Cindy Lou and her twisted humor
| Cindy Lou Who is all grown up, a little rough around the edges, and ready to spill the eggnog-soaked tea about what really went down after that fateful Christmas with the Grinch. Equal parts festive and wildly fun. Who's Holiday is the twisted adult comedy you never knew you needed - where holiday cheer comes with a dash of sass, a splash of booze and a lot of heart. Shows will be at 7:30 p.m. on Dec. 11, 12 and 13; and at 2 p.m. on Dec. 13 and 14. Some performances will be in the Little Theatre and others on the Main Stage. Tickets on sale now. |  |
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