News and Events
Sunday, June 28, 2026 at 4:00pm
at Legacy Bible Church,
13490 Howe Rd, Fishers, IN
Julie Lyn Barber will sing the Sandy Patti version of "The Star-Spangled Banner" with the White River Symphony and join the White River Symphony Chorale singing "What Price Freedom" in this celebration of the country's 250 years as a nation.
Wednesday, July 22, 2026 7:30pm
Hoagy Carmichael and Cole Porter tell their own stories through their music in this 6-person concert revue. Julie Lyn will embody members of Hoagy's family as well as Carole Lombard and Gertrude Lawrence crooning tunes like, "I Get Along Without You Very Well," "Lazybones," and "It's Alright with Me" in this one-night-only event from Actors Theatre of Indiana.
Fun Home
Sept 17, 18, 24, 25 at 7:30pm
Sept 20, 27 at 2pm;
Sept 19, 26 at 4pm
In Shelton Auditorium, located on Butler University's South Campus.
Julie Lyn will play Alison in this Tony-winning musical based on the graphic memoir by Alison Bechdel.
Purdue University Fort Wayne, Williams Theatre
Devil Boys from Beyond
Sept. 25, 26, Oct. 1, 2, 3, 2026 at 8pm;
Sept. 27 at 2pm with a Talk-Back after
Dr. Barber will provide intimacy choreography for this rollicking sci-fi campy comedy presented by the Purdue University Fort Wayne Department of Theatre. The production is directed by Austin Rausch and features PFW students and crew.
Purdue University Fort Wayne, Williams Theatre
The Lightning Thief: The Percy Jackson Musical
Nov. 13, 14, 19, 20, 21 2026 at 8pm;
Nov. 15 at 2pm
Dr. Barber will direct this Purdue University Fort Wayne Theatre Mainstage Production with music direction by Matthew Giallongo. An adaptation of the Rick Ridden novel about the coming-of-age adventure undertaken by son of Poseidon seeking Zeus's stolen lightning bolt with his friends Annabeth and Grover, set in today's U.S.A. Book by Joe Tracy and music & lyrics by Rob Rokicki.
The Charles Nelson Reilly Prize
Dr. Barber was awarded 2nd place (a tie) in The American Prize - The 2025 Charles Nelson Reilly Prize for her direction of Hot 'n' Cole: A Cole Porter Celebration in the 23-24 Purdue University Fort Wayne Theatre Department Season of Shows. The production was music directed by Rolin Mains, choreographed by Brittney Coughlin, and featured a cast and crew of PFW students, and professional local musicians.
Zion Lutheran Church, Fort Wayne, IN
Consolations and Praise: Protestant Reflections of the Heart
THIS EVENT IS PAST
April 22, 2026 7:30pm
Dr. Julie Lyn Barber, soprano will sing with the Kekionga Early Music Collective in a free concert celebrating music of the German Baroque under the direction of Dr. John Romey, viola da gamba with countertenor, Dr. William Sauerland, harpsichordist, Andrew Danielson, and baroque violinist, Emily Thompson.
Purdue University Fort Wayne, Williams Theatre
The Spitfire Grill
THIS EVENT IS PAST
Apr. 17, 18, 23, 24, 25, 2026 at 8pm;
Apr. 19 at 2pm
Dr. Barber will direct this Purdue University Fort Wayne Theatre Mainstage Production with music direction by Rolin Mains. This is heartwarming story, with a folk-inflected score about perseverance and redemption in a small Wisconsin town. Book by James Valcq and lyrics and book by Fred Alley.
All Out for Christmas
THIS EVENT IS PAST
March 14, 2026 at 2:00pm
Julie Lyn will play Lil, half of the song-writing team of Lil & Alvie in this staged reading of a new musical by David Little. Originating as a radio play, the piece, set in post-WWII America imagines a star returning to her Indiana small town to help save the local radio station. The Lab Series is a partnership with Actors Theatre of Indiana and the Carmel Clay Public Library. This reading is free and open to the public and is followed by a Q&A Session where your participation is welcome!
Purdue University Fort Wayne, Williams Theatre
Taming of the Shrew: The March for the Vote
THIS EVENT IS PAST
Feb. 20, 21, 26, 27, 28 at 8pm
Feb. 22 at 2pm
Dr. Barber will provide musical direction for this Purdue University Fort Wayne Theatre Mainstage Production, directed by John O'Connell. Originally conceived and directed by Barbara Gaines. Written and adapted by Ron West. A 1919 women's social club is rehearsing The Taming of the Shrew in Chicago while the fight for suffrage is intruding on their rehearsals and their concept of their place in history.
Holiday Pops
THIS EVENT IS PAST.
December 18, 19, 20, 2025 at 7:30pm
December 20, 21 at 2:00pm
Julie Lyn will share the stage with Sameer Patel, conductor Bryonha Marie Parham, vocalist Fort Wayne Philharmonic Chorale, Benjamin Rivera, director Fort Wayne Philharmonic Chorus Fort Wayne Children’s Choir, Jonathan Busarow, director in this celebration of cherished melodies in the joyous spirit of the season.
Allen County Public Library, Fort Wayne, IN
Mestizo Baroque: Music at the Edges of Empire
THIS EVENT IS PAST.
November 16, 2025 at 1:00pm
Dr. Julie Lyn Barber, soprano will sing with the Kekionga Early Music Collective in a free concert celebrating Latine music under the direction of Dr. John Romey, viola da gamba with countertenor, Dr. William Sauerland, harpsichordist, Andrew Danielson, baroque violinists, Jason Thompson and Emily Thompson, and baroque guitarist, Brian Kay.
Rhinehart Recital Hall, PFW, Fort Wayne, IN
An American Soldier's Tale: Histoire du Soldat
THIS EVENT IS PAST
November 2, 2025 at 7pm
Dr. Barber will read the role of the Red Cross Nurse in this presentation of the Kurt Vonnegut translation/adaptation of Stravinsky's chamber suite, Histoire du Soldat conducted by Dr. Daniel Tembras.
The Studio Theatre at Allied Solutions Centre
Young Frankenstein
THIS EVENT IS PAST
October 24 - November 9, 2025
Julie Lyn will play the role of Frau Blücher in Actors Theatre of Indiana's production of Young Frankenstein. Mel Brook's hilarious musical take on the classic horror story, combining zany antics, a witty script, and high energy comedic performances for one unforgettable adventure.
Turbulent Architect
(artwork by Marlowe Shane) Julie Lyn Barber will debut her new solo show at the Guelph Fringe Festival, in Guelph, Ontario with of Main Street Artists. Performed on the treaty lands and territory of the Mississaugas of the Credit First Nation of the Anishinaabek Peoples.
Musical Theatre Educators Association
Summer Symposium Online
THIS EVENT IS PAST.
Dr. Barber will serve as a panelist with other members of MTEA-Acting on Monday July 14 7:30-9:0 CDT for Actor Training in Higher Education in Musical Theatre Programs: How does it work? This event is free and open to the public.
Madwomen's (Late Nite) Cabaret
THIS EVENT IS PAST.
July 11, 12, 18, 19, 20, 2025 at 7:30pm. Dr. Barber's hysterical musical featuring mad, misunderstood and maligned women from history, myth and imagination will enjoy another production this summer at at The Marshal J. Gardner Center for the Arts in Gary, Indiana!
D.I.Y. Playwriting Workshop
THIS EVENT IS PAST.
July 12, 2025 at 2:00pm
Julie Lyn will join Darrin Murrell, Judy Fitzgerald and Eric Olsen as one of the actors in a staged reading of plays being written as part of this three - day workshop. A partnership with American Lives Theatre and Carmel Clay Public Library. This reading is free and includes a Q&A
Titanic The Musical
THIS EVENT IS PAST.
June 20 and 21, 2025 at 7:30pm
Julie Lyn will play the role of Alice Beane/Woman 1 in the Actors Theatre of Indiana production of Titanic, the Musical, Ensemble Edition. This epic event will be at the Carmel Palladium, a collaboration with the Carmel Symphony Orchestra and Indianapolis Arts Chorale. Directed by Michael Platt and Music Directed by Ginger Stoltz.
A Courtesan, A Nun & A Court Musician
Dr. Julie Lyn Barber, soprano will sing the celebrated Lagrime mie by Barbara Strozzi and solo cantata, Esther by Elisabeth Jacquet de la Guerre under the direction of Dr. John Romey, viola da gamba. Also performing: Andrew Danielson, harpsichord, Emily Thompson & Jason Thompson, baroque violins on a sonata composed by Italian nun, Isabella Leonarda.
Purdue University Fort Wayne, Williams Theatre
John Proctor is the Villain
THIS EVENT IS PAST.
Performances: February 21-23, 27, 28, March 1
Julie Lyn will be the assistant Intimacy Choreographer for this PFW Theatre MainStage Production in the Spring of 2025. This is a powerful piece that has been widely produced on college campuses and will see its Broadway debut in Spring 2025.
Whodunit...The Musical
THIS EVENT IS PAST.
Performances: January 31-February 16, 2025
Dr. Barber will direct this mysterious, hilarious, musical romp for Actors Theatre of Indiana's 20th Anniversary season at the Studio Theatre at the Center for The Performing Arts, Carmel, Indiana.
Holiday Pops
THIS EVENT IS PAST.
Performances: December 19-22, 2024
Step into the enchanting world of the Fort Wayne Philharmonic’s Holiday Pops performances, where cherished traditions and festive melodies come together to usher in the joyous spirit of the season. Under the direction of conductor Andrew Constantine, with Ann Hampton Callaway.
Purdue University Fort Wayne Theatre
Cabaret Nov 15-23, 2024
THIS EVENT IS PAST.
Dr. Barber will direct the oft-reimagined classic Broadway musical that is not just about a moment in history but a cautionary tale for us all to notice when the creep of fascism threatens to destroy any potential for achieving a free, inclusive creative and community. Performances are at Williams Theatre on the Purdue Fort Wayne Campus. Click the Image for tickets.
Hot Jazz Family Band Dec. 7, 2024 5pm
THIS EVENT IS PAST.
Enjoy hot jazz and holiday tunes performed "front porch" style from the 1920s and 30s with Julie Lyn singing, accompanied by keys, ukelele, percussion and washtub bass.This performance will also feature the debut of the Minnetrista Ball Jar Orchestra. Not to be missed!
Wendy Carson,
Plays with John and Wendy
“Julie Lyn Barber embodies women as diverse as Typhoid Mary, Amelia Earhart, and Mary Stuart but she really stands out as Sybil singing "I Am My Own Best Friend.""
Ethel Winslow,
The Weekly View
" Barber's singing is spectacular."
Laurence Brown,
Nuvo
Julie Lyn Barber is clearly a highly gifted artist. Indeed, her portrayal of various influential female leaders through history - including Cleopatra, Indira Gandhi, Margaret Thatcher and Hillary herself - displays an extraordinary accent range as well as obvious singing prowess.
Lisa Gauthier Michison, Nuvo
Whodunit...The Musical...an audaciously campy theatrical experience that blends elements of an old-fashioned murder mystery with the exuberant, over-the-top energy seen in musical parodies like “Reefer Madness.” ...The enthusiastic Actors Theatre of Indiana cast happily chomps away at the scenery while also upholding solid musical numbers that help propel the narrative forward. Each embraces the eccentricities of their role under the astute direction of Julie Lyn Barber.
Daniel Shock,
A Seat on the Aisle, Hamilton County Reporter
...director Julie Lyn Barber assembled a Cracker Jack cast, production staff, and musicians to wring every last drop of entertainment from the material. With such standout performances and clever production choices, Whodunit … The Musical was undeniably a crowd-pleaser.