When it comes to sustaining artistic growth, Barter Theatre in Abingdon, Virginia has been avoiding burnout consistently while outperforming most regional theatres of its kind. Being located in the south comes with its own brand of challenges, but under Richard Rose, the artistic director for over 27 years the theater was led through artistic vision and controversy focused on the quality of the art and the experience of the audience and impact on the community. Richard Rose reveals insider information on the mindset required to survive decades of change and obstacles.

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