Pittsfield, MA – It may be summer in the Berkshires, but at Berkshire Theatre Group (BTG), we’re already dreaming of snowflakes, sleigh bells and sugarplum dreams. In true “Christmas in July” fashion, we’re unwrapping our entire lineup of magical holiday programming—filled with music, laughter, community and timeless tradition.
This December, BTG’s stages will once again sparkle with festive cheer, heartwarming stories and unforgettable performances. From jazz nights and high-flying dogs to a rock opera and the return of Scrooge himself, there’s something for everyone—whether you’re a lifelong local or visiting for the holidays.
At the Unicorn Theatre
A Christmas Carol
by Charles Dickens
adapted by Eric Hill
on The Larry Vaber Stage
at The Unicorn Theatre
Previews: Thursday, December 4 at 7pm
Opening: Friday, December 5 at 7pm
Sensory Friendly: Wednesday, December 10 at 6pm
Closing: Sunday, December 21 at 5pm
Tickets: Adult $56; Child (Ages 16 and under) $30
Tickets: Sensory Friendly $15
Gather your loved ones and join us for one of Berkshire County’s most cherished holiday traditions—A Christmas Carol, the timeless tale that continues to warm hearts and inspire audiences of all ages.
Step into the magic of Victorian England as Charles Dickens’ legendary story comes to life on stage in a dazzling production filled with festive carols, unforgettable characters and the spirit of the season. Follow the transformation of the cold-hearted Ebenezer Scrooge as he is visited by four mysterious spirits who guide him through his past, present and future—revealing hard truths, forgotten joys and the hope for redemption.
Overflowing with theatrical wonder, live music and a message that resonates as deeply today as it did in Dickens’ time, this classic holiday journey is the perfect way to celebrate the season with family and friends. Whether it’s your first visit or a treasured annual tradition, A Christmas Carol promises an uplifting and joyous experience that will stay with you long after the final curtain.
Performance Dates:
Thursday, December 4 at 7pm (Preview)
Friday, December 5 at 7pm (Opening)
Saturday, December 6 at 2pm
Saturday, December 6 at 7pm
Sunday, December 7 at 12pm
Sunday, December 7 at 5pm
Tuesday, December 9 at 10am (Student Matinee)
Wednesday, December 10 at 6pm (Sensory Friendly)
Thursday, December 11 at 7pm (snow date for student matinee)
Friday, December 12 at 7pm
Saturday, December 13 at 2pm
Saturday, December 13 at 7pm
Sunday, December 14 at 12pm
Sunday, December 14 at 5pm
Tuesday, December 16 at 10am (Student Matinee)
Wednesday, December 17 at 7pm
Thursday, December 18 at 7pm (snow date for student matinee)
Friday, December 19 at 7pm
Saturday, December 20 at 2pm
Saturday, December 20 at 7pm
Sunday, December 21 at 12pm
Sunday, December 21 at 5pm (Closing)
Holiday Events at the Colonial
An Evening of Holiday Jazz with Tim Jones
at The Colonial Theatre in The Garage
Saturday, December 13 at 7:30pm
Tickets: $20
Celebrate the season with Berkshire Theatre Group at An Evening of Holiday Jazz with Tim Jones, an intimate and spirited concert at The Garage. Join BTG alum Tim Jones and a stellar lineup of the Berkshires’ finest jazz musicians as they bring beloved holiday classics to life in a warm, close-up setting.
In the true spirit of the holidays, a portion of the evening’s proceeds will benefit BTG PLAYS!, our year-round education program. Guests are also invited to take part in a Toys for Tots drive by bringing a new, unwrapped toy for children ages newborn to 14.
Join us for a festive night of music, giving and community cheer!
Mutts Gone Nuts: Santa Paws
at The Colonial Theatre
Sunday, December 14 at 2pm
Tickets: Adult $30, Child $15
Back at The Colonial Theatre this holiday season!
Get ready for a tail-wagging, laugh-out-loud holiday treat for the whole family! Mutts Gone Nuts: Santa Paws returns to The Colonial Theatre with more mayhem, more mischief and even more four-legged fun. This festive canine spectacular stars an all-rescue cast of outrageously talented pups in a high-energy show packed with jaw-dropping tricks, belly laughs and heartwarming moments.
This year’s all-star lineup features the highest-jumping dog in the universe, a six-pound Pomeranian Pikachu mix with a big personality and a lovable crew of once-discarded dogs who now steal the spotlight with flips, skips, prances and surprises at every turn.
Set to classic holiday tunes and brimming with good cheer, Santa Paws is a joyous celebration of second chances, seasonal spirit and sheer puppy power. Don’t miss the show the Washington Post hails as a “must-see”—it’s guaranteed to be the Best in Show this holiday season!
The Wizards of Winter
at The Colonial Theatre
Saturday, December 20 at 7:30pm
Tickets: $59
Celebrate the season with a spectacular holiday rock opera that will leave you filled with wonder and cheer! Returning for their third year at The Colonial Theatre, The Wizards of Winter will light up the stage with The Christmas Dream—a theatrical musical journey that blends the excitement of rock with the heart of the holidays.
Featuring former members of legendary rock bands including The Trans-Siberian Orchestra, Def Leppard, Rainbow, Alice Cooper, Blue Öyster Cult and Trixter, alongside seasoned Broadway and theater veterans, this 11-piece ensemble delivers a powerhouse performance like no other. With soaring vocal harmonies, electrifying guitar solos, precision strings, thunderous percussion and dazzling keyboard work, The Wizards of Winter perform music from their albums The Christmas Dream, The Magic of Winter and their self-titled debut—interwoven with a heartwarming story in search of the true meaning of Christmas.
From symphonic rock and powerful ballads to festive fun and a surprise visit from Mrs. Claus, this high-energy, family-friendly production is an unforgettable way to welcome the holiday season.
New Year’s Eve with Max Creek
at The Colonial Theatre
Wednesday, December 31 from 8:30pm–12:30am
Tickets: General Admission: Advance $35; Day of Show $39
Ring in the New Year with a Berkshire Tradition!
Back by popular demand for a third unforgettable year, Max Creek returns to The Colonial Theatre this New Year’s Eve! A beloved staple of the Northeast music scene for over five decades, Max Creek defies categorization—fusing rock, country, reggae, soul, jazz and calypso into a sound that’s entirely their own. Joyful, dynamic and endlessly engaging, their performances are more than concerts—they’re celebrations.
With a catalog of more than 200 songs and a reputation for crafting epic, free-flowing sets on the fly, Max Creek invites audiences into an experience that’s spontaneous, heartfelt and alive with connection. Expect everything from soulful ballads to deep jams, raucous rockers and crowd sing-alongs—all delivered with signature Creek warmth and energy.
The core trio—guitarist Scott Murawski, keyboardist Mark Mercier and bassist John Rider—have been playing together since the mid-1970s, now joined by powerhouse rhythm section Bill Carbone and Jamemurrell Stanley. Together, they create a musical family whose sense of camaraderie radiates from the stage and draws in generations of fans. It’s not unusual to see longtime “Creek Freeks” dancing beside their grown kids—or grandkids.
In a world where longevity is often tied to stardom, Max Creek has done things differently. They’ve been big, small and everything in between—but always authentic. They didn’t follow trends—they followed the music. And in doing so, they’ve built something enduring, joyful and completely unique.
Join us for a New Year’s Eve celebration filled with music, community and decades of Creek magic. There’s no better way to welcome 2026 than with a band that’s been bringing the party—and the heart—for more than 50 years.
Give the Gift of Theatre
BTG’s holiday programming offers the perfect opportunity to create new memories with the people you love. Whether you’re looking for classic storytelling, high-energy music or family-friendly fun, there’s no better place to celebrate the season than on our stages.
Tickets are on sale Friday, July 11—so go ahead, be a little merry in July. We’ll see you this December with sleigh bells on.
All plays, schedules, casting and prices are subject to change. To purchase tickets, visit www.BerkshireTheatreGroup.org or contact our box office by calling 413-997-4444.
The box office is open Tuesday through Saturday 12pm to 5pm or on any performance day from 12pm until curtain.
BTG’s Pittsfield Campus is located at 111 South Street, (The Colonial Theatre) Pittsfield, MA.
BTG’s Stockbridge Campus is located at 6 East Street, (The Unicorn Theatre) Stockbridge, MA.
Season Discounts & Ticket Information
BTGY (Young Adult)
Young adults between the ages of 18 and 30 can purchase one ticket to any BTG produced show for $30 (fees included). This offer is available by phone or in person only. Additionally, one BTG presented show ticket may be purchased for 10% off the single ticket price (rental events not included).
EBT Card to Culture Program
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
Massachusetts Teachers Association
Massachusetts Teachers Association (MTA) members are eligible for a discount of 20% off orders to any BTG show. Education is a core value of BTG, and we appreciate those who are doing the work in our community. To redeem this discount, mention it while ordering over the phone at 413-997-4444, or in person at our box office.
AAA
AAA members are eligible for 10% off on orders to any BTG show. To redeem this discount, mention it while ordering over the phone at 413-997-4444, or in person at our box office.
Full Event Calendar of 2025 Shows (in Calendar Order)
Berkshire Theatre Group Presents The Berkeley Repertory Theatre Production of Out of Character at The Unicorn Theatre ● Through Saturday, July 26 ● Tickets: $90 Premium & $75 Standard
A Workshop with Reading Performances of Three-Part Invention at The Unicorn Theatre ● Thursday July 10 & Friday July 11 at 2pm ● Tickets: $40, General Admission
The Third Annual David Grover Scholarship Concert “Here We Go Around Again” at Balderdash Cellars, 81 State Rd, Richmond MA ● Friday, July 18 at 5:30pm ● Tickets: $40 in Advance; Limited Tickets At the Door: $45
The Mousetrap at The Colonial Theatre ● Thursday, July 24 through Sunday, August 17 ● Tickets: Preview: $60; $115 Premium, $90 Preferred & $75 Standard; $38 Teen
Dying is No Excuse at The Unicorn Theatre ● Thursday, August 7 through Saturday, August 30 ● Tickets: Preview: $65; $99 Premium & $75 Standard
Back to The Garden 1969 at The Colonial Theatre ● Friday, August 22 at 7:30pm ● Tickets: $30
Kids Concerts with Terry A La Berry at The Garage (at The Colonial Theatre) ● Saturday, September 13 at 12pm ● Tickets: FREE
Rhapsody: The Music of Queen at The Colonial Theatre ● Saturday, September 13 at 7:30pm ● Tickets: $30
Metamorphoses at The Unicorn Theatre ● Thursday, September 25 through Sunday, October 26 ● Tickets: Preview: $50; $75 Premium & $60 Standard
Adam Ezra Group at The Colonial Theatre ● Friday, September 26 at 7:30pm ● Tickets: Advance: $30; Day of Show: $35
Satisfaction: The International Rolling Stones Tribute Show at The Colonial Theatre ● Saturday, September 27 at 7:30pm ● Tickets: $30
The Eagles Experience at The Colonial Theatre ● Saturday, October 4 at 7:30pm ● Tickets: $30
Kids Concerts with Terry A La Berry at The Garage (at The Colonial Theatre) ● Saturday, October 11 at 12pm ● Tickets: FREE
The Vagabond Ball Featuring Bella’s Bartok, The Slambovian Circus of Dreams & The Picky Bastards at The Colonial Theatre ● Friday, October 17 at 7:30pm ● Tickets: Advance $30; Date of Show $35
Yesterday Once More: A Tribute to The Carpenters at The Colonial Theatre ● Saturday, October 18 at 7:30pm ● Tickets: $30
Green River: The Ultimate Creedence Clearwater Revival Tribute Show at The Colonial Theatre ● Saturday, November 1 at 7:30pm ● Tickets: $30
Kids Concerts with Terry A La Berry at The Garage (at The Colonial Theatre) ● Saturday, November 8 at 12pm ● Tickets: FREE
Strange Magic NY: The ELO Experience at The Colonial Theatre ● Saturday, November 8 at 7:30pm ● Tickets: $30
Albert Cummings at The Colonial Theatre ● Friday, November 14 at 7:30pm ● Tickets: $30
Harvest & Rust: A Neil Young Experience–Celebrating Neil Young’s 80th Birthday at The Colonial Theatre ● Saturday, November 22 at 7:30pm ● Tickets: $30
Orleans at The Colonial Theatre ● Saturday, November 29 at 7:30pm ● Tickets: Standard: $49; Premium: $65
A Christmas Carol at The Unicorn Theatre ● Thursday, December 4 through Sunday, December 21 ● Tickets: Adult $56; Child (Ages 16 and under) $30
An Evening of Holiday Jazz with Tim Jones at The Garage (at The Colonial Theatre) ● Saturday, December 13 at 7:30pm ● Tickets: $20
Kids Concerts with Terry A La Berry at The Garage (at The Colonial Theatre) ● Saturday, December 13 at 12pm ● Tickets: FREE
Mutts Gone Nuts: Santa Paws at The Colonial Theatre ● Sunday, December 14 at 2pm ● Tickets: Adults: $30, Kids: $15
The Wizards of Winter at The Colonial Theatre ● Saturday, December 20 at 7:30pm ● Tickets: $59
New Year’s Eve with Max Creek at The Colonial Theatre ● Wednesday, December 31 from 8:30pm–12:30am ● Tickets: General Admission: Advance $35; Day of Show $39
About Berkshire Theatre Group
The Colonial Theatre, founded in 1903, and Berkshire Theatre Festival, founded in 1928, are two of the oldest cultural organizations in the Berkshires. In 2010, under the leadership of Artistic Director and CEO Kate Maguire, the two organizations merged to form Berkshire Theatre Group (BTG). Berkshire Theatre Group’s mission is to support wide ranging artistic exploration and acclaimed performances in theatre, dance, music and entertainment. Every year, BTG produces and presents performances to over 68,000 attendees and, through our Educational Program, serves over 10,000 Berkshire County school children annually. In July 2020, Berkshire Theatre was the first company in the United States to earn approval from Actors’ Equity Association to produce a musical (Godspell) in the wake of the COVID-19 Pandemic. In 2028, Berkshire Theatre Group will celebrate 100 years of theatre.