by Jess Hoffman Harbinger Theater brings yet another regional premier to the New York Capital District with Mrs. Packard at The Albany Barn. Mrs. Packard tells the story of the real life Elizabeth Packard, who was sent to an insane asylum by her husband for disagreements over religion. The ensuing…
Commissioned and co-commissioned works will premiere December 2023 through February 2024 in New York City and online Projects include augmented reality 3D video livestream, a human/robot duet, and a motion-capture video installation December 8, 2023 (BECKET, Mass.) — Jacob’s Pillow is excited to share new opportunities this winter for dance…
by Jess Hoffman Far too many theaters for my taste tend to offer feel-good, holiday-themed, peppermint and sugar-cookie flavored entertainment this time of year. So I am very pleased to announce that Albany Civic Theater, at least, has opted to instead present for their December show a play about hardy…
Reflecting its growth as a regional creative hub serving the Hudson Valley, Berkshires and Litchfield County, Ancram Opera House is taking on the new name of Ancram Center for the Arts. The announcement was made November 25 by Ancram Opera House Co-Directors Paul Ricciardi and Jeffrey Mousseau and Board President…
by Roseann Cane The jubilation of the audience at the Capital Repertory Theatre’s Million Dollar Quartet opening night was unmistakable. From the beginning of the show, the hoots, hollers, and foot stomping rose steadily, and by the show’s end, the crowd, roaring with such delight that they overwhelmed the music,…
Pittsfield, MA – Berkshire Theatre Group (BTG) and Kate Maguire (Artistic Director, CEO) are thrilled to announce the return of its cherished tradition, A Christmas Carol by Charles Dickens, adapted by Eric Hill and directed by Eric Hill and David Adkins. This heartwarming production, which last graced The Unicorn Theatre…
(Pittsfield, MA – November 29, 2023) – Alan Paul, artistic director of Barrington Stage Company (BSC), is pleased to announce initial productions for the 2024 season, which will also mark BSC’s 30th anniversary. BSC will produce the Tony Award-winning musical La Cage aux Folles, and the Tony Award and Pulitzer Prize-winning musical, Next to Normal,…
Among the most famous works by Irish author C.S. Lewis is The Chronicles of Narnia, the classic allegorical fantasy series for children that appeals to all ages. First published in 1950, the series begins with The Lion, The Witch and The Wardrobe. The Sharon Playhouse will debut Don Quinn’s play…
LENOX, Mass. – Acclaimed audiobook narrator Alison Larkin will read from Pride and Prejudice and lead a 45-minute discussion at Shakespeare & Company on Saturday, Dec. 16 at 5 p.m. – Pride and Prejudice: Then & Now, centered on Austen’s most famous characters and the parallels with how we live – and love –…
7th Annual Great Greenfield DinoFest Continues to Explore Local History & Deep Time Piti Theatre & PVMA keep engaging all ages with our region’s stories @ the 7th Annual Great Great Greenfield DinoFest on Saturday, Dec. 16: Blending local history and performance, DinoFest 2023 features Piti’s “The Princes of Deerfield” screening & reception…
Theater Between AddressesTo Serve The Hive AuditionsDecember 15 at 6:00 PMEvent location will be sent to the auditioners The world is no longer plentiful, and the hive is growing restless. If the divine right of queens is no longer enough to keep the hive secure, how do they survive starvation?…
CitySpaceFalling in Love During a Pandemic, and Waking Up in RealityFriday, December 22 and Saturday, December 23 at 6:00 PM43 Main Street, Easthampton, MA 01027 “Falling in Love During a Pandemic, and Waking Up in Reality” is a story of one woman’s journey through love during a Global Pandemic. In…
Pioneer Valley Performing Arts Public Charter SchoolPVPA Presents: TartuffeDecember 15 and 16 at 7:00 PM15 Mulligan Drive, South Hadley, MA The Pioneer Valley Performing Arts (PVPA) Charter Public School Theatre Department is pleased to present Tartuffe. Moliere’s classic French farce sees the conman Tartuffe worm his way into the good…
