BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//BASIC Berkshires - ECPv6.15.20//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:BASIC Berkshires X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://basicberkshires.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for BASIC Berkshires REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20240310T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20241103T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250712T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250810T210000 DTSTAMP:20260429T095237 CREATED:20250604T174325Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250604T174325Z UID:10004850-1752346800-1754859600@basicberkshires.org SUMMARY:Romeo & Juliet DESCRIPTION:Presented under the Berkshires’ summer skies this summer\, Romeo and Juliet proves that even the ultimate case of love at first sight can lead to… well\, chaos. \nMeddling families and murderous duels meld to offer an evening of sword fights\, swinging soirees\, and secret weddings — but the play is also full of exuberant vulgarity\, harsh brutality and above all\, the tingling\, unbearable delight of young love. URL:https://basicberkshires.org/event/romeo-juliet/ LOCATION:Shakespeare & Company\, 70 Kemble Street\, Lenox\, MA\, 01240 CATEGORIES:Art,Performance ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://basicberkshires.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/thumbnail_MAILCHIMP-Romeo-Juliet-WITH-LOGO-2025.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Shakespeare &%3B Company":MAILTO:jstevenson@shakespeare.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250725T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250824T160000 DTSTAMP:20260429T095237 CREATED:20250604T174310Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250604T174310Z UID:10004851-1753468200-1756051200@basicberkshires.org SUMMARY:August Wilson's The Piano Lesson DESCRIPTION:Set against the backdrop of 1936 Pittsburgh during the Great Depression\, August Wilson’s Pulitzer Prize and Tony Award-winning The Piano Lesson explores the lives of the Charles family\, and vividly portrays an enduring conflict between siblings. \nThe family piano at the heart of the argument is an heirloom intricately carved by an enslaved ancestor. Determined sharecropper Boy Willie is eager to sell the piano to purchase land on which his ancestors endured hardship\, while his sister Berniece fiercely maintains that the piano is where their heritage lies. \nA testament to the complexities of family\, history\, and legacy\, 2025 Elliot Norton Award-winning The Piano Lesson is an explosive and incisive inquiry into the struggle between what we owe to our past and how we build our future. URL:https://basicberkshires.org/event/august-wilsons-the-piano-lesson/ LOCATION:Shakespeare & Company\, 70 Kemble Street\, Lenox\, MA\, 01240 CATEGORIES:Performance ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://basicberkshires.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/thumbnail_MAILCHIMP-Piano-Lesson-WITH-LOGO-2025.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Shakespeare &%3B Company":MAILTO:jstevenson@shakespeare.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250804T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250804T190000 DTSTAMP:20260429T095237 CREATED:20250723T181858Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250723T181858Z UID:10004881-1754328600-1754334000@basicberkshires.org SUMMARY:FREE magic show at the Mahaiwe on 8/4! DESCRIPTION:Join in for an event filled with laughter\, wonder and endless surprises as renowned magician Bill Blagg presents Family Magic! \nWith over 60 minutes of non-stop magical fun\, Family Magic is specifically designed to entertain and engage audiences of all ages. Bill Blagg’s unique blend of comedy\, audience participation\, and mind-bending magic will keep you on the edge of your seat eagerly anticipating what’s coming next. Prepare to be amazed as ordinary objects come to life while others vanish in the blink of an eye\, and you could even be chosen to float in mid-air! \nFamily Magic is a unique blend of interactive entertainment and awe-inspiring magic that guarantees an unforgettable adventure for all ages. Join in for this magical family event which is sure to create unforgettable memories with your loved ones! URL:https://basicberkshires.org/event/free-magic-show-at-the-mahaiwe-on-8-4/ LOCATION:Mahaiwe Performing Arts Center\, 14 Castle Street\, Great Barrington\, MA\, 01230 CATEGORIES:Community,Family Friendly,Performance ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://basicberkshires.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/BBlagg-1002993-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250808T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250808T213000 DTSTAMP:20260429T095237 CREATED:20250722T181431Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250722T181431Z UID:10004880-1754679600-1754688600@basicberkshires.org SUMMARY:100 Years of Movies at the Mahaiwe continues with “E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial” on 8/8! DESCRIPTION:Sci-fi family favorite ‘E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial’ is the story of a boy who befriends a lovable alien he dubs E.T. The Steven Spielberg-helmed film became a cultural phenomenon upon its release and has been cherished since. (Rated PG\, 2h.) \nFollowing last year’s success\, the Mahaiwe will continue its “100 Years of Movies” series with film director and educator Deborah Reinisch. Reinisch will introduce each film with a brief lecture at the top of the screening. URL:https://basicberkshires.org/event/100-years-of-movies-at-the-mahaiwe-continues-with-e-t-the-extra-terrestrial-on-8-8/ LOCATION:Mahaiwe Performing Arts Center\, 14 Castle Street\, Great Barrington\, MA\, 01230 CATEGORIES:Art,Educational,Family Friendly,Film,Performance ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://basicberkshires.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/et-still-2.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250810T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250810T170000 DTSTAMP:20260429T095237 CREATED:20250506T185450Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250506T185450Z UID:10004837-1754823600-1754845200@basicberkshires.org SUMMARY:Community Day at The Mount DESCRIPTION:Featuring live music\, readings and performances\, a resource fair\, book exchanges\, children’s activities\, and food trucks\, Community Day at The Mount’s celebrates the vibrant\, multicultural diversity of the Berkshires. URL:https://basicberkshires.org/event/community-day-at-the-mount/ LOCATION:The Mount\, Edith Wharton’s Home\, 2 Plunkett St\, Lenox\, MA\, 01240\, United States CATEGORIES:Community,Family Friendly,Food,Informational,Music,Performance ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://basicberkshires.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Community-Day.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250814T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250824T210000 DTSTAMP:20260429T095237 CREATED:20250605T155356Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250605T155356Z UID:10004852-1755198000-1756069200@basicberkshires.org SUMMARY:The Taming of The Shrew DESCRIPTION:Step into the world of Shakespeare’s The Taming of the Shrew\, with its timeless themes of identity\, gender roles\, and the clash of wills. \nMeet the fiery and fiercely independent Katherine\, whose spirited nature meets its match in the cunning Petruchio as they embark on a hilarious and clever exploration of love\, power\, and transformation. \nThe Taming of the Shrew offers a compelling – if not at times zany – look at relationships\, and social norms\, making it a must-see for anyone who loves classic comedy with a bit of bite. URL:https://basicberkshires.org/event/the-taming-of-the-shrew/ LOCATION:Shakespeare & Company\, 70 Kemble Street\, Lenox\, MA\, 01240 CATEGORIES:Performance ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://basicberkshires.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/thumbnail_MAILCHIMP-Taming-of-the-Shrew-WITH-LOGO-2025.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Shakespeare &%3B Company":MAILTO:jstevenson@shakespeare.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250821T143000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250831T160000 DTSTAMP:20260429T095237 CREATED:20250606T170221Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250606T170221Z UID:10004854-1755786600-1756656000@basicberkshires.org SUMMARY:Circus & The Bard DESCRIPTION:For the kids and the kids in all of us\, Shakespeare & Company and Spirit of Circus present an intersection of brilliant\, professional circus acts with Shakespeare’s characters. The alchemy of the stunning visual effects of circus and the Bard’s text is an apt and whimsical introduction to both\, and when you see them together\, something special takes place! \nThis show is presented in collaboration with Spirit of Circus. URL:https://basicberkshires.org/event/circus-the-bard/ LOCATION:Shakespeare & Company\, 70 Kemble Street\, Lenox\, MA\, 01240 CATEGORIES:Performance ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://basicberkshires.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/thumbnail_MAILCHIMP-CIRCUS-THE-BARD-WITH-LOGO-2025.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Shakespeare &%3B Company":MAILTO:jstevenson@shakespeare.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250826T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250826T210000 DTSTAMP:20260429T095237 CREATED:20250813T172904Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250813T172904Z UID:10004857-1756234800-1756242000@basicberkshires.org SUMMARY:Plays In Process: The Shallows DESCRIPTION:Experience a play in its early stages when possibilities are endless! Returning for its fourth year\, Plays in Process offers a glimpse into the inner workings of play creation as new works are readied for the stage. Many Plays in Process titles have gone on to become fully realized productions; this season\, The Victim by Lawrence Goodman – presented as a reading last year – makes its World Premiere. \nThe Shallows by Jim Frangione\, a sequel to his award-winning Flight of the Monarch\, presented last season. Directed by Judy Braha. URL:https://basicberkshires.org/event/plays-in-process-the-shallows/ LOCATION:Shakespeare & Company\, 70 Kemble Street\, Lenox\, MA\, 01240 CATEGORIES:Performance ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://basicberkshires.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/thumbnail_MAILCHIMP-Plays-in-Process-WITH-LOGO-2025.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Shakespeare &%3B Company":MAILTO:jstevenson@shakespeare.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250827T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250827T210000 DTSTAMP:20260429T095237 CREATED:20250813T172911Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250813T172911Z UID:10004858-1756321200-1756328400@basicberkshires.org SUMMARY:Plays In Process: Free and Equal DESCRIPTION:Experience a play in its early stages when possibilities are endless! Returning for its fourth year\, Plays in Process offers a glimpse into the inner workings of play creation as new works are readied for the stage. Many Plays in Process titles have gone on to become fully realized productions; this season\, The Victim by Lawrence Goodman – presented as a reading last year – makes its World Premiere. \nFree and Equal by Kaia Calhoun\, directed by Kaia Calhoun and Tina Packer. URL:https://basicberkshires.org/event/plays-in-process-free-and-equal/ LOCATION:Shakespeare & Company\, 70 Kemble Street\, Lenox\, MA\, 01240 CATEGORIES:Performance ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://basicberkshires.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/thumbnail_MAILCHIMP-Plays-in-Process-WITH-LOGO-2025-1.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Shakespeare &%3B Company":MAILTO:jstevenson@shakespeare.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250828T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250828T210000 DTSTAMP:20260429T095237 CREATED:20250813T172917Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250813T172917Z UID:10004859-1756407600-1756414800@basicberkshires.org SUMMARY:Plays In Process: Adults at Play DESCRIPTION:Experience a play in its early stages when possibilities are endless! Returning for its fourth year\, Plays in Process offers a glimpse into the inner workings of play creation as new works are readied for the stage. Many Plays in Process titles have gone on to become fully realized productions; this season\, The Victim by Lawrence Goodman – presented as a reading last year – makes its World Premiere. \nAdults at Play by Ken Ludwig\, whose play Dear Jack\, Dear Louise also earned accolades when presented at Shakespeare & Company in 2023. Directed by Ken Ludwig. URL:https://basicberkshires.org/event/plays-in-process-adults-at-play/ LOCATION:Shakespeare & Company\, 70 Kemble Street\, Lenox\, MA\, 01240 CATEGORIES:Performance ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://basicberkshires.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/thumbnail_MAILCHIMP-Plays-in-Process-WITH-LOGO-2025-2.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Shakespeare &%3B Company":MAILTO:jstevenson@shakespeare.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250829T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251005T210000 DTSTAMP:20260429T095237 CREATED:20250606T170217Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250606T170217Z UID:10004855-1756494000-1759698000@basicberkshires.org SUMMARY:MOTHER PLAY: a play in five evictions DESCRIPTION:With a martini in one hand and biting commentary in the other\, matriarch Phyllis – headstrong\, but resourceful – runs her household with a mix of tough love and theatrical flair\, determined to prepare her kids Carl and Martha for the harsh realities of the world whether they like it or not. \nAs Carl and Martha navigate their own paths\, Phyllis remains an ever-present force\, doling out brutal honesty\, unsolicited wisdom\, and the occasional guilt trip with impeccable timing. \nWritten by Pulitzer Prize-winning playwright Paula Vogel\, Mother Play is a sharp-witted\, darkly comedic exploration of family\, identity\, and survival spanning four decades\, five apartments\, and many hardships from cockroach infestations to painful conflicts. It premiered on Broadway just last year\, earning four Tony nominations\, two Drama Desk Awards\, and an Outer Critics Circle Award. URL:https://basicberkshires.org/event/mother-play-a-play-in-five-evictions/ LOCATION:Shakespeare & Company\, 70 Kemble Street\, Lenox\, MA\, 01240 CATEGORIES:Performance ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://basicberkshires.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/thumbnail_MAILCHIMP-Mother-Play-WITH-LOGO-2025.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Shakespeare &%3B Company":MAILTO:jstevenson@shakespeare.org END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR