Performing Arts - VT Statewide

Theater, dance, music and comedy all express Vermont’s local characters

Except for the northern city of Burlington, VT, on Lake Champlain, and the capitol of Montpelier, VT, Vermont is a state of towns, and most of those have a lively sense of their own place, character, and history. This famous individuality comes through with zest in the performing arts, at theaters, concert halls, and clubs in every corner of the state. Summer theater really pops at many companies, like the Dorset Theater Festival, performing a variety of live plays in a warm, barn-like building. Other crackerjack companies include Vermont Stage in Burlington, Lost Nation Theater in Montpelier, Weston Playhouse, and too many more to name here. Summer is when the Vermont Symphony Orchestra hits the road, performing at many towns, in an annual tradition that draws sophisticated audiences. Other places – Marlboro, VT is a famous example -- host multi-day chamber music festivals. Dance companies are active with highly anticipated performances, at places like Catamount Arts in St. Johnsbury, VT and Vergennes Opera House. Let’s agree that nobody wants to indulge in highbrow art all the time. Really fun local clubs and historic theaters, like the Latchis Theater in Brattleboro, VT, bring national-caliber pop music along with comedy and other special events. Throughout the state, children’s theater and entertainment is widespread.