Category Archives: LGBTQ
Subtle Berkshire Homophobia: Media Blocks Stories on Out in the Berkshires Nov. 10-13
When the third annual “Out in the Berkshires” weekend begins tonight, some people will be in on the celebration, but many will not. That’s because the mainstream media routinely buries such news, using a variety of obviously transparent excuses, or
Subtle Berkshire Homophobia: Media Blocks Stories on Out in the Berkshires Nov. 10-13
When the third annual “Out in the Berkshires” weekend begins tonight, some people will be in on the celebration, but many will not. That’s because the mainstream media routinely buries such news, using a variety of obviously transparent excuses, or
Pittsfield is a Happenin’ Place – What To Do – November 4-11
Friday: 200th Anniversary of 1st Aggie Fair! You’re invited to celebrate the 200th anniversary of the first modern agricultural fair in the U.S., the precursor to the Big E and so much more! It was held right here in Pittsfield in Park Square
Pittsfield is a Happenin’ Place – What To Do – November 4-11
Friday: 200th Anniversary of 1st Aggie Fair! You’re invited to celebrate the 200th anniversary of the first modern agricultural fair in the U.S., the precursor to the Big E and so much more! It was held right here in Pittsfield in Park Square
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
Out in the Berkshires Weekend Schedule and Preview November 10-13, 2011
>It’s the Third Annual Berkshire Celebration of all things LGBTQ While most of it happens in Pittsfield, the Out in the Berkshires Weekend welcomes all those in the widespread Berkshires LGBTQ community to celebrate, party and make their presence known.
Out in the Berkshires Weekend Schedule and Preview November 10-13, 2011
>It’s the Third Annual Berkshire Celebration of all things LGBTQ While most of it happens in Pittsfield, the Out in the Berkshires Weekend welcomes all those in the widespread Berkshires LGBTQ community to celebrate, party and make their presence known.
Folk Legend Ani DiFranco returns to the Berkshires and the Colonial with Melissa Ferrick Nov. 9
Few songwriters are as powerful as Ani DiFranco who will take the stage of the Colonial Theatre in Pittsfield on November 9 at 7:30 pm. She was last here in 2009, and played to a packed house. The same was
Folk Legend Ani DiFranco returns to the Berkshires and the Colonial with Melissa Ferrick Nov. 9
Few songwriters are as powerful as Ani DiFranco who will take the stage of the Colonial Theatre in Pittsfield on November 9 at 7:30 pm. She was last here in 2009, and played to a packed house. The same was
What’s Hot in Pittsfield October 21-27, 2011 – Lots of things to see and do
This article has been removed due to incompatibility with the new Berkshire on Stage format.
What’s Hot in Pittsfield October 21-27, 2011 – Lots of things to see and do
This article has been removed due to incompatibility with the new Berkshire on Stage format.
Ryan Landry’s Rocky Horror Show at American Repertory Theatre’s Oberon
Spooky. Funny. Naughty. Delicious. But deeply artistic. That’s the incredible Halloween lineup at Oberon. Diane Paulus at the American Repertory Theatre and her husband Randy Weiner have done it again. He dreamed up Oberon in the first place. Their late
Ryan Landry’s Rocky Horror Show at American Repertory Theatre’s Oberon
Spooky. Funny. Naughty. Delicious. But deeply artistic. That’s the incredible Halloween lineup at Oberon. Diane Paulus at the American Repertory Theatre and her husband Randy Weiner have done it again. He dreamed up Oberon in the first place. Their late
Countertenor John Kelly’s “Orpheus and Eurydice” is Grand Opera, Dance and Show Tunes
From our News Desk: On Saturday, October 15 at 8 an extraordinary performance of Find My Way Home will take place at Mass MoCA. If you are not familiar with countertenors, you are in for a surprise when you attend
Countertenor John Kelly’s “Orpheus and Eurydice” is Grand Opera, Dance and Show Tunes
From our News Desk: On Saturday, October 15 at 8 an extraordinary performance of Find My Way Home will take place at Mass MoCA. If you are not familiar with countertenors, you are in for a surprise when you attend
Nobody can do the humor of David Sedaris as well as…well, David Sedaris
“If you aren’t cute, you may as well be clever.” David Sedaris (Me Talk Pretty One Day) David Sedaris is coming to the Colonial October 19. And not only is this David Sedaris one funny man, but he has reached that
Nobody can do the humor of David Sedaris as well as…well, David Sedaris
“If you aren’t cute, you may as well be clever.” David Sedaris (Me Talk Pretty One Day) David Sedaris is coming to the Colonial October 19. And not only is this David Sedaris one funny man, but he has reached that
Evening of Burlesque, Books at Bascom Lodge atop Mount Greylock Oct. 2
(Seen in the photo above: Kristen Gray (left) aka Miss B Havior and Karen Lee aka Mme. K) When the worlds of fine arts and burlesque meet, there is only one way to describe it: poetry in motion. And leave
Evening of Burlesque, Books at Bascom Lodge atop Mount Greylock Oct. 2
(Seen in the photo above: Kristen Gray (left) aka Miss B Havior and Karen Lee aka Mme. K) When the worlds of fine arts and burlesque meet, there is only one way to describe it: poetry in motion. And leave
Preview: Kevin Smith and his film “Red State” Sneak into Pittsfield’s Little Cinema for One Night Only Sept. 25
The first horror film/thriller to base its story on American evangelicals gone wild, Red State has not been seen in many cinemas, and for good reason. The nastiness it portrays is America today, and what some Christian believers would do
Preview: Kevin Smith and his film “Red State” Sneak into Pittsfield’s Little Cinema for One Night Only Sept. 25
The first horror film/thriller to base its story on American evangelicals gone wild, Red State has not been seen in many cinemas, and for good reason. The nastiness it portrays is America today, and what some Christian believers would do
Interview: Weekend “Out” at Jacob’s Pillow Reveals its fascinating gay history
This weekend has been dubbed Weekend “Out” at Jacob’s Pillow and it’s not only a chance to explore some little known history of the place but to also enjoy the best that dance has to offer. You can find the
Interview: Weekend “Out” at Jacob’s Pillow Reveals its fascinating gay history
This weekend has been dubbed Weekend “Out” at Jacob’s Pillow and it’s not only a chance to explore some little known history of the place but to also enjoy the best that dance has to offer. You can find the
Schedule: Weekend “Out” offers something for everyone at Jacob’s Pillow August 5-7
Jacob’s Pillow Dance Festival will host its second annual “Weekend OUT” August 5–7, a weekend full of free events, performances, and tours. This packed schedule of events provides the opportunity for LGBT families, individuals, and couples to take advantage of
Schedule: Weekend “Out” offers something for everyone at Jacob’s Pillow August 5-7
Jacob’s Pillow Dance Festival will host its second annual “Weekend OUT” August 5–7, a weekend full of free events, performances, and tours. This packed schedule of events provides the opportunity for LGBT families, individuals, and couples to take advantage of
A rare and fabulous evening: Tommy Tune on stage at the Colonial Theatre
Nine-time Tony Award winner Tommy Tune is bringing his legendary show Steps in Time: A Broadway Biography in Song and Dance Featuring The Manhattan Rhythm Kings to the Colonial Theatre in Pittsfield, MA for one performance on Thursday, August 11
A rare and fabulous evening: Tommy Tune on stage at the Colonial Theatre
Nine-time Tony Award winner Tommy Tune is bringing his legendary show Steps in Time: A Broadway Biography in Song and Dance Featuring The Manhattan Rhythm Kings to the Colonial Theatre in Pittsfield, MA for one performance on Thursday, August 11
Interview (Part Two): Randy Harrison and his life beyond the Berkshires
This interview copyright © Larry Murray, 2011. Reproduction without permission strictly forbidden. If you wish to share this article, please link to it, do not steal it. Photo above by Jaime Davidson, courtesy Berkshire Theatre Festival. In Part One of this
Interview (Part Two): Randy Harrison and his life beyond the Berkshires
This interview copyright © Larry Murray, 2011. Reproduction without permission strictly forbidden. If you wish to share this article, please link to it, do not steal it. Photo above by Jaime Davidson, courtesy Berkshire Theatre Festival. In Part One of this
Interview: Randy Harrison talks about his “Tommy” experience – Part One
This interview copyright © Larry Murray, 2011. Reproduction without permission strictly forbidden. If you wish to share this article, please link to it, do not steal it. Photo above by Jaime Davidson, courtesy Berkshire Theatre Festival. Actor Randy Harrison’s yearly sojourns
Interview: Randy Harrison talks about his “Tommy” experience – Part One
This interview copyright © Larry Murray, 2011. Reproduction without permission strictly forbidden. If you wish to share this article, please link to it, do not steal it. Photo above by Jaime Davidson, courtesy Berkshire Theatre Festival. Actor Randy Harrison’s yearly sojourns
The 2011 Berkshire Summer Schedules
Summer has arrived, and this culture hound’s nose has been busy sniffing out the best of the coming summer’s attractions. If you see something that intrigues, don’t hesitate since many Berkshire shows sell out. The early subscriber and ticket buyer
The 2011 Berkshire Summer Schedules
Summer has arrived, and this culture hound’s nose has been busy sniffing out the best of the coming summer’s attractions. If you see something that intrigues, don’t hesitate since many Berkshire shows sell out. The early subscriber and ticket buyer
Barrington Stage Begins Previews of new musical, “Mormons, Mothers and Monsters”
From our News Desk: Not to be confused with The Book of Mormon on Broadway, Mormons, Mothers and Monsters is about growing up Mormon, and is written by Mormon-reared librettist/lyricist Sam Salmond.(Photo above by Kevin Sprague) A Mormon boy and
Barrington Stage Begins Previews of new musical, “Mormons, Mothers and Monsters”
From our News Desk: Not to be confused with The Book of Mormon on Broadway, Mormons, Mothers and Monsters is about growing up Mormon, and is written by Mormon-reared librettist/lyricist Sam Salmond.(Photo above by Kevin Sprague) A Mormon boy and
Ted Shawn, Weekend “Out” at Jacob’s Pillow and Gay History – Norton Owen Interview
As Gay Pride Month winds down and the Berkshire arts season gears up, it’s a choice time to explore some little known history of Jacob’s Pillow. Most folks know that Jacob’s Pillow was founded in 1931 by Ted Shawn (seen
Ted Shawn, Weekend “Out” at Jacob’s Pillow and Gay History – Norton Owen Interview
As Gay Pride Month winds down and the Berkshire arts season gears up, it’s a choice time to explore some little known history of Jacob’s Pillow. Most folks know that Jacob’s Pillow was founded in 1931 by Ted Shawn (seen
WAM’s “O Solo Mama Mia” Festival 2011
From our News Desk: The WAM Theatre will present a festival of solo works from May 5-15, 2011 in Troy and Pittsfield. It is written and performed by women to benefit the training of at least one community midwife at
WAM’s “O Solo Mama Mia” Festival 2011
From our News Desk: The WAM Theatre will present a festival of solo works from May 5-15, 2011 in Troy and Pittsfield. It is written and performed by women to benefit the training of at least one community midwife at
Queer Jews, Mormons, Muslims and Catholics in film and on stage (Part One)
(Part 1 – Overview) (Part 2 – Screening of Trembling Before G-d and A Jihad for Love at Images April 7, 2011 with filmmaker present.) (Part 3 – Review of Trembling Before G-d by Invictus Pilgrim) Queer Cinema goes far
Queer Jews, Mormons, Muslims and Catholics in film and on stage (Part One)
(Part 1 – Overview) (Part 2 – Screening of Trembling Before G-d and A Jihad for Love at Images April 7, 2011 with filmmaker present.) (Part 3 – Review of Trembling Before G-d by Invictus Pilgrim) Queer Cinema goes far
Queer Cinema (Part 2): Director to talk about Films on Gay Jews and Muslims
(Part 1 – Overview) (Part 2 – Screening of Trembling Before G-d and A Jihad for Love at Images April 7, 2011 with filmmaker present.) (Part 3 – Review of Trembling Before G-d by Invictus Pilgrim) The Williams College “Dively
Queer Cinema (Part 2): Director to talk about Films on Gay Jews and Muslims
(Part 1 – Overview) (Part 2 – Screening of Trembling Before G-d and A Jihad for Love at Images April 7, 2011 with filmmaker present.) (Part 3 – Review of Trembling Before G-d by Invictus Pilgrim) The Williams College “Dively
