“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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By: Katie Birenboim One of the highlights of looking back into the BTG archives in advance of our centennial is getting to see not only original artifacts/documents/photos from the theatre’s … Read On
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Did you know that Elsa and Anna were originally not going to be sisters in Frozen? In the original concept of the film, Anna was a peasant girl who journeyed to Arendelle to ask the evil Ice Queen Elsa to freeze her broken heart. ❄️❤️
Stay tuned for more fun facts before BTG`s production of Frozen JR., running from April 19-21 at the Colonial, and get your tickets today at berkshiretheatre.org!
Apr 15
Did you know that the opening song "Do You Want to Build a Snowman?" was almost cut from the movie Frozen? Repeatedly taken out and put back in, the song made it into the final cut becoming one of the most iconic songs of the film. ☃❄
Stay tuned for more fun facts before BTG`s production of Frozen JR., running from April 19-21 at the Colonial, and get your tickets today at berkshiretheatre.org!
Apr 13
With tech week fast approaching, the mighty Disney`s Frozen JR cast of over 50 is hard at work in bringing the enchanting story of sisters Anna and Elsa to the Colonial next weekend, April 19-21. ❄☃
Orchestra seats are limited, so get your tickets today at berkshiretheatre.org!
(Photos by Caelan Carlough)
Apr 12
Terry A La Berry, renowned drummer for folk legend Arlo Guthrie, is BACK at The Garage in the Colonial this Saturday, April 13 at 12pm to bring another FREE, unforgettable musical experience! ✨🎸
Get your tickets today at berkshiretheatre.org to be a part of this fun music-making opportunity for for the whole family!
Apr 12
As preparation for our upcoming summer season is in full swing for all of us at BTG, we eagerly look forward to the captivating stories taking center stage this year and to welcoming patrons from Berkshire County and beyond to our celebrated stages. Click the link in our bio to explore each summer production coming this summer, narrated by Artistic Director & CEO, Kate Maguire.
To purchase tickets for our 2024 Season shows, visit berkshiretheatre.org, and we`ll see you in the theatre!
Apr 4
Mark your calendars for April 19-21, as over 50 elementary, middle and high school students from Berkshire County and beyond take center stage in the timeless story of sisters Elsa and Anna in Disney’s Frozen JR! ❄️
Prepare to be transported into the magical land of Arendelle by grabbing your tickets at berkshiretheatre.org today. ☃️
Apr 3
On May 26 at the Colonial, celebrate the legacy of Henry Mancini with Jukebox Saturday Night!
Audiences will be treated to iconic tunes spanning from Mancini`s early collaborations with the Glenn Miller Orchestra to tunes from timeless TV and film classics like Peter Gunn, Breakfast at Tiffany’s and The Pink Panther.
Grab your tickets today at berkshiretheatre.org
Mar 30
Spots are still open for BTG PLAYS! Summertime Classes for all aspiring actors in Grades 1-8! In these extended day classes, students will participate in a variety of theatre games and activities and will rehearse and perform a short play. ☀️✨
To register for classes, please contact Allison Rachele Bayles at allison@berkshiretheatre.org or visit the link in our bio for more information.
Mar 29
🎵 All in all, it`s just another brick in the wall 🎶 Brick by brick, our staff is working hard building our wall for Pink Floyd`s The Wall, set to tower over the Colonial stage May 31 and June 1.
To experience an unforgettable night of music and storytelling directed by Greg Santos, director of our 2023 production of Million Dollar Quartet, visit berkshiretheatre.org today!
(Photos by Tor Krautter (@rev_tor))
Mar 29
NEW! The Berkshire Eagle (@berkshireeagle) and BTG present a dazzling contemporary circus theater show, NECCA`s (@neccacircus) Circus Springboard: What To Do If Your Balloon Pops, unfolding the extraordinary journey of our protagonist, Kato, through astonishing aerial and acrobatic acts.
Purchase tickets today at berkshiretheatre.org and step right up to witness this touching, family-friendly celebration of resilience, self-discovery and the transformative power of the human spirit.
Mar 22
Friday, April 5, dive into an unparalleled musical journey with River of Dreams, New York and New England’s ultimate tribute to Billy Joel! Guided by the remarkable lead singer and classically trained pianist, John Cozolino, the band brings to life an unforgettable evening filled with all the songs audiences crave, including “Piano Man,” “Scenes From an Italian Restaurant,” “Pressure,” “Only the Good Die Young” and “Allentown.”
Don’t miss the chance to witness this incredible homage to Billy Joel, so grab your tickets today at berkshiretheatre.org!
Mar 21
Happy St. Patrick`s Day! 🍀
Today, BTG would like to highlight our fall production of The Weir, written by Irish playwright Conor McPherson. The Weir is an unforgettable exploration of human connection, the echoes of personal haunting, and the mystical allure of Ireland’s folklore.
This fall, join us in continuing the celebration of Irish culture by purchasing tickets today at berkshiretheatre.org!
Mar 17
The party doesn`t end with the Eras Tour! Join us at the Colonial on May 24 for our Tay Tay Dance Party, featuring and a dazzling display of synchronized lasers and lights fit for Taylor Swift herself.
Grab your friends and get your tickets today at berkshiretheatre.org and prepared to be bejeweled and enchanted!
Mar 17
JUST ANNOUNCED! In collaboration with Roundabout Theatre Company (@roundaboutnyc), join us on March 24 at the Unicorn for a staged reading of Dirty Laundry! A play about the absurdity and messiness of life and death, Dirty Laundry explores the complicated feelings of grief, love, loss, anger and lust.
Time is limited, so grab your tickets at berkshiretheatre.org today!
Mar 12
BTG would like to give a big thank you to Mary Pope Osborne and Will Osborne for attending our performance of Magic Tree House Merlin Missions: Winter of the Ice Wizard at Muddy Brook Regional Elementary School this past Friday, March 1, to the kick off Read Across America Day! We are so grateful to have their never-ending support and kindness. ❤️
(Photos by Allison Rachele Bayles)
Mar 12
Starting with Eva Le Gallienne, who in 1928 starred in The Playhouse`s first production, The Cradle Song, many women in the theatre community have helped push BTG to great heights and continue to do so today.
So today, on International Women`s Day, BTG is reflecting on all of the many incredible women who have worked with, and continue to support BTG. We are incredibly lucky and grateful for every single one of them.
Mar 9
Looking for a FREE, unforgettable musical experience for the whole family? ✨🎸
Terry A La Berry, the renowned drummer for folk legend Arlo Guthrie, is BACK at the Garage in the Colonial Theatre! You won’t want to miss out on this fun opportunity to be part of extraordinary music-making magic, so get your tickets today at berkshiretheatre.org!
Mar 8
EBT Card to Culture is a collaboration between the Mass Cultural Council and the Executive Office of Health and Human Services’ Department of Transitional Assistance. Offer includes: Two tickets to any BTG Sunset Cinema performance at the rate of $5.00 each vehicle. All additional fees are also waived. In addition, two tickets to any BTG 2020 summer produced show at the rate of $0.00 each. These tickets are subject to availability as seating is limited. All additional fees are also waived.
