“Everyone in the theater world is watching. What we have is a small production, of a 50 year old musical, under a tent, in a rural corner of western Massachusetts. But I think it’s meaningful. It’s a group of actors. It’s a theater. Showing us a way to make art, to see art — for now. And it’s succeeding.”
-Michael Paulson, The New York Times
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On July 19, join us at Balderdash Cellars for The Second Annual David Grover Scholarship Event “Here We Go Around Again”, an unforgettable evening of live music and entertainment honoring the legacy of the late David Grover, a dedicated supporter of BTG’s educational initiatives.
This evening of heartfelt music and celebration will feature Michael Fabrizio, and special guests Broadway performer and BTG Alum Michael Wartella, Artistic Associate of Education and David’s beloved wife Kathy Jo Grover and members of the Berkshire Theatre Group Youth Chorus. All proceeds directly benefit BTG PLAYS! year-round education programs and summer camps, ensuring that the arts continue to thrive in our region.
Tickets are limited, so grab yours today at berkshiretheatre.org
Jul 6
The Jewish Plays Project is thrilled to announce that The Last Yiddish Speaker by Deborah Zoe Laufer has won the 13th National Jewish Playwriting Contest, which will be featured in a workshop during the Festival of New Jewish Plays at the Colonial!
A magical-realist dystopia set in a fictional future in which the insurrection was successful, an ancient Yiddish-speaking woman is deposited on Hannah and Paul`s doorstep, where they have to choose whether to hide her or save themselves.
Get your tickets today at berkshiretheatre.org
Jun 26
From June 28-July 28, BTG will be showcasing Sharing Our Cultures, an AIRY Art Show, at the Colonial Theatre. All art pieces in the show are created by teens and young adults from the Arts in Recovery for Youth (AIRY) program, an arts based youth suicide prevention program in downtown Pittsfield run by Founder and Art Therapist Marney Schorr.
Inspired by the art of other cultures, Sharing Our Cultures features masks and scrolls in the style of Japanese and Mexican Folk art, paintings and wall hangings in the style of African art, origami miniatures, clay works, inks on yupo paper, and a variety of paintings, including a four foot group mural. The Opening reception is Friday, June 28 from 5pm to 7pm. To learn more about AIRY, please visit www.airyedu.com.
Jun 24
"David Auburn, faced with the question [of] how can you approach, in this day and age, an antique three-act play with 28 roles, most of them white men, answered it brilliantly. The cross-casting, not only color and gender-blind but conscious, made the play and its themes so much richer, thicker and compelling. And turning the nowadays-awkward three-act structure into a conceptual positive was a stroke of genius. An old chestnut becomes a golden apple. Plus, the cast is so strong, old and new faces alike, and the stage energy is terrific." - Chris Rohman, retired theatre critic from Valley Advocate
Don`t delay, so get your tickets today at berkshiretheatre.org!
(Photos by David Dashiell)
Jun 22
Linda Gehringer was not only a truly great actor, but she was always the center of calm and joy in the room. She was an amazing talent and beautiful person who performed in several of BTG`s productions, including The Batting Cage (1999), I Saw My Neighbor on the Train and I Didn`t Even Smile (2015) and Cat on a Hot Tin Roof (2016). We are saddened by this loss, and will always remember her spirit.
Jun 21
This past Saturday, BTG celebrated the opening of Abe Lincoln in Illinois, running now through July 14 at the Unicorn. We are beyond proud of the work that our joyful, talented cast and crew have put in bringing the story of such a legendary American figure to life on the Unicorn stage 🎩
(Photos by Caelan Carlough)
Jun 19
BTG is going solar! ☀️ Recently, Solect Energy has been hard at work installing new solar panels on the Colonial`s roof, a project that was largely funded by a combination of a state grant from MCC/CFF, plus green energy tax credits from the Inflation Reduction Act. Financing was facilitated by Common Capital — a local Community Development Finance Organization (CDFO).
Jun 17
Abe Lincoln in Illinois, written by Robert E. Sherwood and directed by Associate Artistic Director David Auburn, is opening this Saturday at The Unicorn Theatre! 🎩
Don`t miss the chance to witness the evolution of one of America’s most iconic figures! Preview performances and opening night are already SOLD OUT, so get your tickets now at berkshiretheatre.org.
(Photos by David Dashiell)
Jun 14
BTG had the unique, wonderful opportunity to present Pink Floyd`s The Wall this past weekend on the Colonial stage, and we are still blown away by the amount of dedication and talent that went into this theatrical concert experience. A special thank you to Mike Wartella (@mikewartella), Greg Santos (@gcsnyc), Beyond the Wall, all of our audience members and every individual behind the scenes that helped make this magical experience a reality! 🎵🎶
(Photos by Caelan Carlough)
Jun 6
The EBT Card to Culture program in partnership with the Mass Cultural Council and the Executive Office of Health and Human Services’ Department of Transitional Assistance, is available to anyone with EBT, WIC, or ConnectorCare Insurance. This offer includes four tickets for performances or events at The Colonial Theatre and two tickets for performances at The Unicorn Theatre per household at the rate of $5 each. All additional fees are waived. Tickets are subject to availability as seating is limited. This offer is available by phone or in person only.
