Category Archives: Experimental
WAM Theatre Plans New Dworkin Play, Explores Politics, Arts, Technology in 2012
The spotlight’s on the Women’s Action Movement Theatre in 2012 as they premiere a new play by Susan Dworkin, undertake a 24 Hour theatre project and become resident artists at Pittsfield’s WordxWord Festival. Click photo above for story.
WAM Theatre Plans New Dworkin Play, Explores Politics, Arts, Technology in 2012
The spotlight’s on the Women’s Action Movement Theatre in 2012 as they premiere a new play by Susan Dworkin, undertake a 24 Hour theatre project and become resident artists at Pittsfield’s WordxWord Festival. Click photo above for story.
Inventive Dr. Kaboom! Converts Science into Comedy at the Colonial
Coming to the Colonial for a matinee on Feb. 21, Doktor Kaboom! will keep his pupils and their parents riveted with interest and rolling with laughter. Audience participation makes it fresh and original, too. Click on Herr Doktor for the full story and hilarious video.
Inventive Dr. Kaboom! Converts Science into Comedy at the Colonial
Coming to the Colonial for a matinee on Feb. 21, Doktor Kaboom! will keep his pupils and their parents riveted with interest and rolling with laughter. Audience participation makes it fresh and original, too. Click on Herr Doktor for the full story and hilarious video.
The Incredible 2012 10×10 Winter Festival in Pittsfield
This is the festival with everything. 10-minute Tangos at Pittsfield Bra and Girl, poets at the Y Bar and “Local Ink” at Shawn’s Barber Shop, plus 10 ten-minute plays at Barrington Stage. Ciick on the ten playwrights above to see the complete schedule.
The Incredible 2012 10×10 Winter Festival in Pittsfield
This is the festival with everything. 10-minute Tangos at Pittsfield Bra and Girl, poets at the Y Bar and “Local Ink” at Shawn’s Barber Shop, plus 10 ten-minute plays at Barrington Stage. Ciick on the ten playwrights above to see the complete schedule.
Thrillers, musicals, drama, farce and Dr. Ruth set stage for the Barrington Stage Co. 2012 Season
Barrington Stage Company isn’t resting on its laurels. It has once again shaken up all the theatrical ingredients and come up with a menu of plays and musicals that bodes well for the coming Spring, Summer and Fall. Click on Julianne Boyd above to go to our full preview.
Thrillers, musicals, drama, farce and Dr. Ruth set stage for the Barrington Stage Co. 2012 Season
Barrington Stage Company isn’t resting on its laurels. It has once again shaken up all the theatrical ingredients and come up with a menu of plays and musicals that bodes well for the coming Spring, Summer and Fall. Click on Julianne Boyd above to go to our full preview.
Birth of a Band: Zammuto to debut at Mass MoCA
A hotly anticipated new band, has evolved from The Books. You’re going to hear something truly different and exciting, on February 3 at Mass MoCA. His name is Nick and his band’s name is Zammuto. Click pic for details.
Birth of a Band: Zammuto to debut at Mass MoCA
A hotly anticipated new band, has evolved from The Books. You’re going to hear something truly different and exciting, on February 3 at Mass MoCA. His name is Nick and his band’s name is Zammuto. Click pic for details.
Mass MoCA 2012 Free Day Biggest Museum Celebration to Date
While contemporary art museums are not thought of as fun places to bring kids, on 2012′s “Free Day” at Mass MoCA they have outdone themselves with mermaid parades, elevator music and even free cake. Click on Sol LeWitt’s design above to get the full rundown.
Mass MoCA 2012 Free Day Biggest Museum Celebration to Date
While contemporary art museums are not thought of as fun places to bring kids, on 2012′s “Free Day” at Mass MoCA they have outdone themselves with mermaid parades, elevator music and even free cake. Click on Sol LeWitt’s design above to get the full rundown.
Dance on FIlm: Wim Wenders and “Pina” Event in 3-D from BIFF
Revolutionary and spellbinding. Wim Wenders shot his film in 3D to capture the brilliantly inventive dance world of legendary choreographer Pina Bausch. Click on image for details on a special screening with Ella Baff from Jacob’s Pillow.
Dance on FIlm: Wim Wenders and “Pina” Event in 3-D from BIFF
Revolutionary and spellbinding. Wim Wenders shot his film in 3D to capture the brilliantly inventive dance world of legendary choreographer Pina Bausch. Click on image for details on a special screening with Ella Baff from Jacob’s Pillow.
“10×10 on North” Brings New Color to Midwinter with Ten Hot New Plays
The 10×10 on North festival will enliven downtown Pittsfield during the depth of winter with a dynamic mix of new art, dance, music, theatre, and more, including BSC’s New Play Festival. Click on image above for our report on the plays, actors and directors.
“10×10 on North” Brings New Color to Midwinter with Ten Hot New Plays
The 10×10 on North festival will enliven downtown Pittsfield during the depth of winter with a dynamic mix of new art, dance, music, theatre, and more, including BSC’s New Play Festival. Click on image above for our report on the plays, actors and directors.
Coming to Shakespeare & Company in 2012: Lear, Tempest, Satchmo, Allergist’s Wife, Tartuffe, more
Simotes will direct The Tempest with the incomparable, Academy Award-winning actress Olympia Dukakis as Prospero, debut a new play Satchmo with John Douglas Thompson, plus much more in 2012. Read More…
Coming to Shakespeare & Company in 2012: Lear, Tempest, Satchmo, Allergist’s Wife, Tartuffe, more
Simotes will direct The Tempest with the incomparable, Academy Award-winning actress Olympia Dukakis as Prospero, debut a new play Satchmo with John Douglas Thompson, plus much more in 2012. Read More…
Berkshire Fringe Announces Audacious Potential Expansion in 2012
In an end of the year message to its tickeet buyers and supporters, the Berkshire Fringe revealed a number of major changes in the annual Festival of music, theatre and dance that they produce each year at Bard College, Simon’s
Berkshire Fringe Announces Audacious Potential Expansion in 2012
In an end of the year message to its tickeet buyers and supporters, the Berkshire Fringe revealed a number of major changes in the annual Festival of music, theatre and dance that they produce each year at Bard College, Simon’s
12 Best TED Talks on Arts and Entertainment for 2012
As the new year approaches, we take stock of the year just passed, and note how we might do better. This weekend, take a listen to some of the great minds in arts and entertainment for insights on how they
12 Best TED Talks on Arts and Entertainment for 2012
As the new year approaches, we take stock of the year just passed, and note how we might do better. This weekend, take a listen to some of the great minds in arts and entertainment for insights on how they
Darrah Carr to put Contemporary Spin on Irish Step Dancing Jan. 21 at Mass MoCA
Over the years traditional dance doesn’t seem to change much, but every now and then it takes a giant leap forward. Lord of the Dance blended old Irish dance elements with new to great acclaim. Yet it remained true to
Darrah Carr to put Contemporary Spin on Irish Step Dancing Jan. 21 at Mass MoCA
Over the years traditional dance doesn’t seem to change much, but every now and then it takes a giant leap forward. Lord of the Dance blended old Irish dance elements with new to great acclaim. Yet it remained true to
“Botanica” at the Joyce – MOMIX Makes Magic Out of Movement
The dance world tends to celebrate the holiday season with variations of the traditional Nutcracker, but Moses Pendleton and his sensational MOXMIX company are trying something new this year. Botanica, one of the company’s signature pieces is receiving a month
“Botanica” at the Joyce – MOMIX Makes Magic Out of Movement
The dance world tends to celebrate the holiday season with variations of the traditional Nutcracker, but Moses Pendleton and his sensational MOXMIX company are trying something new this year. Botanica, one of the company’s signature pieces is receiving a month
20 Hot Performances Announced for Mass MoCA in Early 2012
(Above: Delicate Steve and his band) From our News Desk: Mass MoCA’s Winter/Spring season has cast its net wide, finding a score of offerings with incredible range and depth. The never timid North Adams, MA institution has once again found
20 Hot Performances Announced for Mass MoCA in Early 2012
(Above: Delicate Steve and his band) From our News Desk: Mass MoCA’s Winter/Spring season has cast its net wide, finding a score of offerings with incredible range and depth. The never timid North Adams, MA institution has once again found
A very lively December Calendar Guarantees Holiday Fun for all
(Photo above of Winter in the Berkshires by Debbbie Storie.) Here’s our roundup of Holiday fun for friends and family to enjoy this month. With Nutcrackers, Santas and Christmas Carols all over the place, the hills are more alive than
A very lively December Calendar Guarantees Holiday Fun for all
(Photo above of Winter in the Berkshires by Debbbie Storie.) Here’s our roundup of Holiday fun for friends and family to enjoy this month. With Nutcrackers, Santas and Christmas Carols all over the place, the hills are more alive than
“Occupy Broadway” Included 24 Hours of Free Performances
For an update on the event itself, read our follow up story, Occupy Broadway Draws SRO Crowd in Midtown Occupy Broadway is described as “a symbolic attempt to regain the space of theatre as an accessible, popular art form, bringing
“Occupy Broadway” Included 24 Hours of Free Performances
For an update on the event itself, read our follow up story, Occupy Broadway Draws SRO Crowd in Midtown Occupy Broadway is described as “a symbolic attempt to regain the space of theatre as an accessible, popular art form, bringing
Japanther and Innovative “The Cake of The 3 Towers” Rocks EMPAC Dec. 2-3
Seen above: Japanther / Photo: William Gill / troyatnight.com Japanther is an art project established circa 2001 by Ian Vanek and Matt Reilly in Brooklyn, New York. They tend to create wild interactive live showings in unconventional settings, in this
Japanther and Innovative “The Cake of The 3 Towers” Rocks EMPAC Dec. 2-3
Seen above: Japanther / Photo: William Gill / troyatnight.com Japanther is an art project established circa 2001 by Ian Vanek and Matt Reilly in Brooklyn, New York. They tend to create wild interactive live showings in unconventional settings, in this
RPI’s Neil Rolnick performs “Mono” on Dec. 1 – A Musical Work about Hearing Loss
Drawing on a personal experience of hearing loss, composer and Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute Professor Neil Rolnick will perform portions of his latest composition – titled “MONO” – an exploration of the nature and fragility of sensory perception, Dec. 1 at
RPI’s Neil Rolnick performs “Mono” on Dec. 1 – A Musical Work about Hearing Loss
Drawing on a personal experience of hearing loss, composer and Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute Professor Neil Rolnick will perform portions of his latest composition – titled “MONO” – an exploration of the nature and fragility of sensory perception, Dec. 1 at
Maya Beiser’s Cello Opera “Elsewhere” Includes Dance, Video at Mass MoCA Dec.10
“It was a typical warm and luminous Mediterranean winter day,” Maya Beiser recalls. “We were driving through the winding road alongside the Dead Sea, deep in the Judea dessert. Occasionally, the knowledgeable Bedouin guide traveling with us would point out
Maya Beiser’s Cello Opera “Elsewhere” Includes Dance, Video at Mass MoCA Dec.10
“It was a typical warm and luminous Mediterranean winter day,” Maya Beiser recalls. “We were driving through the winding road alongside the Dead Sea, deep in the Judea dessert. Occasionally, the knowledgeable Bedouin guide traveling with us would point out
Mass MoCA Hosts Best Practices in Banana Time with Doctor Rodenberger in North Adams Dec. 3
From our News Desk: With well over a million users, Second Life, an online virtual reality world/community, active twenty-four hours a day, seven days a week, is a phenomenon to be reckoned with. Mass MoCA’s current exhibition The Workers includes
Mass MoCA Hosts Best Practices in Banana Time with Doctor Rodenberger in North Adams Dec. 3
From our News Desk: With well over a million users, Second Life, an online virtual reality world/community, active twenty-four hours a day, seven days a week, is a phenomenon to be reckoned with. Mass MoCA’s current exhibition The Workers includes
Ancient Greek Satyr Play Dionysia, Reinvented by L.A.’s Poor Dog Group at EMPAC
Those who are fortunate enough to discuss the ancient foundations of theatre with Kate Maguire, Artistic Director of the Berkshire Theatre Group, discover just how passionate she is about the Greek Plays. She stresses their role in defining theatre, but
Ancient Greek Satyr Play Dionysia, Reinvented by L.A.’s Poor Dog Group at EMPAC
Those who are fortunate enough to discuss the ancient foundations of theatre with Kate Maguire, Artistic Director of the Berkshire Theatre Group, discover just how passionate she is about the Greek Plays. She stresses their role in defining theatre, but
November Brings People and Performances Inside as Holiday Season Nears
Football games, brisk walks and prepping for winter will still find lots of people outside during November, but the days grow shorter, the nights darker, and both spouses and friends draw closer to each other. All too soon it will
November Brings People and Performances Inside as Holiday Season Nears
Football games, brisk walks and prepping for winter will still find lots of people outside during November, but the days grow shorter, the nights darker, and both spouses and friends draw closer to each other. All too soon it will
