The Triplex Cinema: Bring Back the Movies Holiday Edition| 08:07AM / Tuesday, December 12, 2023 | |
 GREAT BARRINGTON, Mass. — The Triplex Cinema, Inc. announced that it will mount a new holiday version of its fundraiser "Bring Back the Movies" on Saturday, Dec. 16. The Triplex's "Bring Back the Movies" events offer live readings of scenes from iconic movies or the plays on which they're based. The Holiday Edition will include scenes from both old favorites, such as "It's a Wonderful Life" and "A Christmas Carol," as well as newer classics, such as "Home Alone," "Love Actually" and "Elf." As in the earlier August edition of "Bring Back the Movies," these scenes will be >> Read More |
Great Barrington Public Theater Winter, Spring Schedule | 03:41PM / Wednesday, December 06, 2023 | |
 GREAT BARRINGTON, Mass. Great Barrington Public Theater (GBPT) plans busy winter and spring, with free readings of new plays from Berkshire Voices, and a series of live, sit-down conversations with theater influencers. "We focus on new work, and audiences let us know that their love of theater on stage as well as behind the scenes is more than a summer fling," Great Barrington Public's Artistic Director Jim Frangione said. "We're are definitely not hibernating. We have a packed few months coming up, with free readings of new plays now in development with Berkshire Voices, and a "Conversation With" series, evenings of lively and illuminating >> Read More |
Simon's Rock Presents Annual Dance Concert| 08:00AM / Tuesday, December 05, 2023 | |
 GREAT BARRINGTON, Mass. — Bard College at Simon's Rock's Dance Program will present their annual fall Dance Concert this year on Friday, Dec. 8 and Saturday, Dec. 9. Both performances start at 7 p.m. The choreography presented in the dance concert comes from the minds of Simon's Rock's students and faculty. This annual concert will feature a number of group and solo performances choreographed and rehearsed over the 2023 fall semester by Simon's Rock students. The Simon's Rock Dance Program and Concert is directed by Kati Garcia-Renart, Assistant Professor of Dance. This event is free and open to the public. Seats are first >> Read More |
'Slow Dancing' Opens at the Hillman Jackson Gallery| 12:04PM / Monday, December 04, 2023 | |
 GREAT BARRINGTON, Mass. — In his exhibit titled "Slow Dancing," John Musall, long-time faculty in design for theater, will exhibit paintings of dancers at Bard College at Simon's Rock. John Musall, faculty in design for theater at Simon's Rock, will exhibit a collection of paintings of dancers entitled "Slow Dancing" in the Hillman Jackson Gallery at the Daniel Arts Center on campus. This exhibit opened November 30, 2023, and will run through January 22, 2024. This exhibit is free and open to the public Monday through Friday, 9:00 a.m. - 8 p.m., Saturdays, 12:00 - 8 p.m., and Sundays, 2:00 - 8:00 p.m. Artist John Musall >> Read More |
Mahaiwe Announces 'Waitress: The Musical' in HD| 08:00AM / Monday, December 04, 2023 | |
 GREAT BARRINGTON, Mass. — The Mahaiwe Performing Arts Center will present "Waitress: The Musical," an HD broadcast, on Sunday, Dec. 10 at 1 p.m. According to a press release: "Waitress: The Musical" brings the Tony-nominated, Broadway phenomenon to the big screen. Featuring composer-lyricist Sara Bareilles as Jenna Hunterson, a waitress and expert pie maker stuck in a small town and a loveless marriage. When a baking contest in a nearby county offers her a chance at escape, Jenna fights to reclaim a long-forgotten part of herself. Through the support of her fellow waitresses and an unexpected romance, Jenna begins to find the courage to take a >> Read More |
Simon's Rock to Host Annual Craft Fair| 03:18PM / Tuesday, November 28, 2023 | |
 GREAT BARRINGTON, Mass. — The Employee Enrichment Activities Committee (EEAC) at Simon's Rock will host their Annual Simon's Rock Arts and Craft Fair on Dec. 1 in the Daniel Arts Center on campus from 2 - 6 p.m. The Craft Fair will feature arts and crafts for sale from Simon's Rock students, faculty, and staff. This festive fair is an excellent opportunity to get to know the Simon's Rock community and to purchase unique, handmade holiday gifts. >> Read More |
The Berkshire Bach Society Messiah Sing-along| 08:27AM / Tuesday, November 21, 2023 | |
 GREAT BARRINGTON, Mass. — The Berkshire Bach Society holds its Messiah Sing-along on Saturday, Nov. 25, 2023, 4pm, at the First Congregational Church in Great Barrington. Choral conductor James Bagwell leads The Berkshire Bach Players and invites everyone to raise their voice in popular choruses from Handel's oratorio Messiah, including Hallelujah! Bring your own score, buy or borrow one from Berkshire Bach, and start the holiday season with this joyous annual tradition. Non-singers welcome to cheer on the performers. >> Read More |
Great Barrington Utility Boxes Get Graphic Facelift| 04:30PM / Saturday, November 18, 2023 | |
 GREAT BARRINGTON, Mass. — Historic scenes and personalities of Great Barrington are now displayed on electric Utility Boxes in the downtown area. These decorative additions to the otherwise drab utility boxes were a project of the town's Historic District Commission. The boxes are found mostly on sidewalk locations from Domaney's Liquors to the Big Y plaza. The project was spearheaded by Historic District Commission Vice Chair Jim Mercer and executed by Franklin Marvel of Cyanta Studios in Boston. Images used were sourced from the Great Barrington Historical Society's archives. Featured on the boxes are poet William Cullen Bryant, >> Read More |
Winterlights Returns to Naumkeag | 08:00AM / Friday, November 17, 2023 | |
 STOCKBRIDGE, Mass. — The event known as Winterlights will have three Trustees of Reservations' properties awash in holiday light displays starting Nov. 24. Tickets are now available to purchase online. This year, Winterlights returns to Stevens-Coolidge House and Gardens in North Andover, Naumkeag in Stockbridge, and the Eleanor Cabot Bradley Estate in Canton. The immersive holiday light displays also feature festive music and seasonal treats. In 2020, Winterlights was named a top 10 Public Holiday Light Display in the country by USA TODAY's 10Best Readers' Choice Awards. Winterlights landed at number six on the list, which includes holiday >> Read More |
Harpsichord Festival Part II| 04:00PM / Thursday, November 09, 2023 | |
 GREAT BARRINGTON, Mass. — The Berkshire Bach Society continues its 34th season on Sunday, Nov. 12, 4pm, with the second concert in its Harpsichord Festival—The Ensemble Harpsichord with Elliot Figg and Caitlyn Koester. The duo plays works by scions of the dominant keyboard dynasties in the Baroque era, J.S. & W.F. Bach and Louis & François Couperin. The event is a preview of the concert they will present on Nov. 30 at St. Malachy's Church in New York City, sponsored by Gotham Early Music Scene, Inc. "We're delighted to welcome two new harpsichordists to the Berkshire Bach family," said Terrill McDade, Interim >> Read More |
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