REVIEW: “The Great Emu War” at the Goodspeed’s Terris Theatre

by Suzanne Wells, Special to Berkshire on Stage The Goodspeed‘s Terris Theatre presents “The Great Emu War,” a farcical story from the point of view of the Emus. Based on a true story, the “Great Emu War” of 1932 saw a flock of 20,000 towering, long-legged emus migrate into Western…

Goodspeed Musicals Announces Casting for “The Great Emu War”

Don’t Miss a New EMUsical Comedy! EAST HADDAM, Conn. (Sept. 9, 2025) – Goodspeed Musicals proudly announces the cast for The Great Emu War, a new musical based on a true story of Australian farmers declaring war on emus. The Great Emu War will run from Oct. 3 – Oct. 26 at Goodspeed’s Terris Theatre…

REVIEW: Irving Berlin’s “White Christmas” at the Berkshire Theatre Group

by Jeannie Marlin Woods If you are looking for a night out to immerse yourself in the Christmas spirit, Irving Berlin’s White Christmas, the Musical is sure to do just that. The Berkshire Theatre Group has just the ticket—a sweet and nostalgic, toe-tapping, all-around fun night at the theatre. There…

REVIEW: “The Importance of Being Earnest” at the Berkshire Theatre Group

by Macey Levin One of the theatre’s classic satires is Oscar Wilde’s 1895 The Importance of Being Earnest, the subtitle being “A Trivial Comedy for Serious People.”  It aims for the British upper class’s “rules” for marriage, and their narcissistic vision of social distinctions and life styles. Berkshire Theatre Group has…

Berkshire Theatre Group Announces 2021 Season

Pittsfield, MA – Berkshire Theatre Group (BTG) and Kate Maguire (Artistic Director, CEO) are thrilled to announce immersive outdoor experiences for summer 2021, with a casting sneak-peek. BTG will be releasing a complete season cast announcement at a later date. Berkshire Theatre Group will work in adherence with government guidelines…

REVIEW: “The Skin of Our Teeth” at the Berkshire Theatre Group

by Macey Levin Through history humanity has escaped extinction numerous times but total destruction is still a distinct possibility.  There was, of course, the flood that Noah and his ark overcame after forty-something days.  The Black Plague.  The atomic bombs that closed World War Two, and today who knows what…