Monthly Archives: April 2010
Darlingside at Rebel Sound Records, Pittsfield
New music comes in many forms, and string-rock quintet Darlingside (featuring a cello & violin!) has the sound that spans the ages. They will return returned to the Room at Rebel Sound Records , April 30 at 7pm with Awkward
Darlingside at Rebel Sound Records, Pittsfield
New music comes in many forms, and string-rock quintet Darlingside (featuring a cello & violin!) has the sound that spans the ages. They will return returned to the Room at Rebel Sound Records , April 30 at 7pm with Awkward
Mass MoCA Announces a Summer of Music and Art
Not one, but two music festivals will take place at Mass MoCA in North Adams during summer 2010. Plus several new art exhibits including the works of actor Leonard Nimoy. Anticipation is building. With many events leading up to it,
Mass MoCA Announces a Summer of Music and Art
Not one, but two music festivals will take place at Mass MoCA in North Adams during summer 2010. Plus several new art exhibits including the works of actor Leonard Nimoy. Anticipation is building. With many events leading up to it,
National Endowment Announces $260,000 in Berkshire Grants
The latest round of funding announced by the National Endowment for the Arts includes seven Berkshire cultural organizations. They will receive a total of $260,000. in much needed support to supplement, strengthen and continue their educational and artistic programs. National
National Endowment Announces $260,000 in Berkshire Grants
The latest round of funding announced by the National Endowment for the Arts includes seven Berkshire cultural organizations. They will receive a total of $260,000. in much needed support to supplement, strengthen and continue their educational and artistic programs. National
Swinging Big Band Dance Party May 1
Dancing to a live big band is a rare treat in these parts, and when the event includes dance instructors, contests and the Williams College Jazz Ensemble, how can you say no? Add in the fact that it is absolutely
Swinging Big Band Dance Party May 1
Dancing to a live big band is a rare treat in these parts, and when the event includes dance instructors, contests and the Williams College Jazz Ensemble, how can you say no? Add in the fact that it is absolutely
Berkshire Spotlight – Boyd, Gatton, Alcombright, Fitzpatrick, more
A night out at The Boys in the Band – BSC Artistic Director Julianne Boyd with Matthew Lopez, playwright of the Stage 2 opener “The Whipping Man” (left) and “The Whipping Man” director and long-time BSC favorite, Chris Innvar (right).
Berkshire Spotlight – Boyd, Gatton, Alcombright, Fitzpatrick, more
A night out at The Boys in the Band – BSC Artistic Director Julianne Boyd with Matthew Lopez, playwright of the Stage 2 opener “The Whipping Man” (left) and “The Whipping Man” director and long-time BSC favorite, Chris Innvar (right).
May begins with “100 Years of Broadway” at the Colonial Theatre
Neil Berg has been packaging shows for fundraisers and corporate clients for a long time, and knows what it takes to make an audience happy. His touring show, 100 Years of Broadway is more a pop fest than a recreation
May begins with “100 Years of Broadway” at the Colonial Theatre
Neil Berg has been packaging shows for fundraisers and corporate clients for a long time, and knows what it takes to make an audience happy. His touring show, 100 Years of Broadway is more a pop fest than a recreation
Requiem for the Video Store. Now what?
Driving around the Berkshires this week it became clear that renting videos from a store is a dying business. The once mighty chains, from Blockbuster to Movie Gallery and Hollywood are in the process of shuttering the last of their
Requiem for the Video Store. Now what?
Driving around the Berkshires this week it became clear that renting videos from a store is a dying business. The once mighty chains, from Blockbuster to Movie Gallery and Hollywood are in the process of shuttering the last of their
More Events to Note for April 23-29
In Pittsfield Friday-Sunday: Berkshire Community College Players present “Oh Dad Poor Mamma’s Hung You in the Closet and I’m Feelin’ So Sad” Enjoy a weekend of laughter as the BCC Players presents Arthur L. Kopit’s “Oh Dad Poor Mamma’s Hung You in
More Events to Note for April 23-29
In Pittsfield Friday-Sunday: Berkshire Community College Players present “Oh Dad Poor Mamma’s Hung You in the Closet and I’m Feelin’ So Sad” Enjoy a weekend of laughter as the BCC Players presents Arthur L. Kopit’s “Oh Dad Poor Mamma’s Hung You in
Mass Cultural Council budget slashed again
The House Ways & Means Committee released a proposed budget for the coming fiscal year that calls for $9.1 million in arts and cultural funding through the Massachusetts Cultural Council (MCC). This recommendation would represent a cut of approximately $600,000
Mass Cultural Council budget slashed again
The House Ways & Means Committee released a proposed budget for the coming fiscal year that calls for $9.1 million in arts and cultural funding through the Massachusetts Cultural Council (MCC). This recommendation would represent a cut of approximately $600,000
Pittsfield’s “The Big Read” is a “Big Deal” this weekend and next
Berkshire Museum and the City of Pittsfield will host a night of Vietnamese culture at the Berkshire Museum. This event is in conjunction with Pittsfield’s Big Read project.
Pittsfield’s “The Big Read” is a “Big Deal” this weekend and next
Berkshire Museum and the City of Pittsfield will host a night of Vietnamese culture at the Berkshire Museum. This event is in conjunction with Pittsfield’s Big Read project.
Barrington Stage Reveals 2010 Casting Details
Julianne Boyd, Artistic Director, and Richard M. Parison, Jr., Producing Director, have announced the balance of the major casting for the 2010 summer season at Barrington Stage Company.
Barrington Stage Reveals 2010 Casting Details
Julianne Boyd, Artistic Director, and Richard M. Parison, Jr., Producing Director, have announced the balance of the major casting for the 2010 summer season at Barrington Stage Company.
Controversy won’t derail final NYSTI “Orphan Train” performances
The Orphan Train is one of the coming weekend’s best bets. The production is first class, with a superb five piece group accompanying the music, and a brilliant set that utilizes projections and a serrated screen in most novel ways.
Controversy won’t derail final NYSTI “Orphan Train” performances
The Orphan Train is one of the coming weekend’s best bets. The production is first class, with a superb five piece group accompanying the music, and a brilliant set that utilizes projections and a serrated screen in most novel ways.
Will’s 446th Birthday Bash April 23 at Shakespeare and Company
It’s a triple decker celebration as Shakespeare & Company marks the Bard’s 446th birthday party with a performance, a book launch and, of course a party complete with cake.
Will’s 446th Birthday Bash April 23 at Shakespeare and Company
It’s a triple decker celebration as Shakespeare & Company marks the Bard’s 446th birthday party with a performance, a book launch and, of course a party complete with cake.
“Death Trip: Iggy Pop and Rock Performance” at Williams
The real story behind rock stars is always more interesting than the manufactured ones. A rare opportunity to look behind the legend of Iggy Pop.
“Death Trip: Iggy Pop and Rock Performance” at Williams
The real story behind rock stars is always more interesting than the manufactured ones. A rare opportunity to look behind the legend of Iggy Pop.
Bill T. Jones to get Jacob’s Pillow Award at June 19 Gala
Bill T. Jones has been named the recipient of the Jacob’s Pillow Dance Award for 2010. The acclaimed choreographer is co-founder, and artistic director of Bill T. Jones/Arnie Zane Dance Company, a Tony Award winner for Spring Awakening, and director of the current Broadway hit FELA!
Bill T. Jones to get Jacob’s Pillow Award at June 19 Gala
Bill T. Jones has been named the recipient of the Jacob’s Pillow Dance Award for 2010. The acclaimed choreographer is co-founder, and artistic director of Bill T. Jones/Arnie Zane Dance Company, a Tony Award winner for Spring Awakening, and director of the current Broadway hit FELA!
“Dolly West’s Kitchen” to open at Mill City in North Adams
The revelations, twists and turns that this play incorporates is what makes it worth seeing.
“Dolly West’s Kitchen” to open at Mill City in North Adams
The revelations, twists and turns that this play incorporates is what makes it worth seeing.
Sarah Vowell Slept Here, Will Tell All at Colonial April 23
Sarah Vowell is a gifted raconteur known for her blazing badinage. Imagine Erma Bombeck and Art Buchwald with a bit of Ripley’s Believe it or Not and you have a good idea of the promising evening that awaits.
Sarah Vowell Slept Here, Will Tell All at Colonial April 23
Sarah Vowell is a gifted raconteur known for her blazing badinage. Imagine Erma Bombeck and Art Buchwald with a bit of Ripley’s Believe it or Not and you have a good idea of the promising evening that awaits.
First Levine, Now Ozawa Cancels Tanglewood Appearances
It seems the aging world of classical music is having its casualties. Conductor Seiji Ozawa who was Music Director of the Boston Symphony Orchestra before James Levine, has cancelled his Summer engagements. This is due to his recovery from esophagealcancer .
First Levine, Now Ozawa Cancels Tanglewood Appearances
It seems the aging world of classical music is having its casualties. Conductor Seiji Ozawa who was Music Director of the Boston Symphony Orchestra before James Levine, has cancelled his Summer engagements. This is due to his recovery from esophagealcancer .
