Plays In Process: Free and Equal
2025-08-27 19:00 - 21:00 (America/New_York) | Shakespeare & Company, 70 Kemble Street, Lenox, MA, 01240
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.
Free and Equal by Kaia Calhoun, directed by Kaia Calhoun and Tina Packer.

Plays In Process: Adults at Play
2025-08-28 19:00 - 21:00 | Shakespeare & Company, 70 Kemble Street, Lenox, MA, 01240
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.
Adults 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.

MOTHER PLAY: a play in five evictions
2025-08-29 19:00 - 2025-10-05 21:00 | Shakespeare & Company, 70 Kemble Street, Lenox, MA, 01240
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.
As 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.
Written 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.

Tinker Tots
2025-09-02 10:00 - 11:00, 2025-09-09 10:00 - 11:00, 2025-09-16 10:00 - 11:00, 2025-09-23 10:00 - 11:00, 2025-09-30 10:00 - 11:00, 2025-10-07 10:00 - 11:00, 2025-10-14 10:00 - 11:00, 2025-10-21 10:00 - 11:00 and 7 more dates | Berkshire Athenaeum, 1 Wendell Avenue, Pittsfield, MA, 012201
Come tinker and explore with the library and Pittsfield’s CFCE!
Each week children ages 0-2 (siblings welcome) and their caregivers engage in child-centered play, art, music, storytime, and sensory activities to encourage social, fine and gross motor, and pre-literacy skills.
¡Venga a jugar y explorar con la biblioteca y el CFCE de Pittsfield! Cada semana, los niños y sus cuidadores participan en juegos, arte, música, lectura de cuentos y actividades sensoriales centradas en los niños.
Children under the age of 10 must be accompanied by an adult 18+ at all times.
For more information call the Children’s Library: 413-499-9480, ext. 5.
Sponsored by the Friends of the Berkshire Athenaeum.
Attendance at library programs constitutes consent to be photographed; photos may be used in print or electronic publicity for the Berkshire Athenaeum.

Immigration Updates with BIC
2025-09-03 11:00 - 12:00
Join a Berkshire Immigrant Center (BIC) caseworker to learn about the latest immigration policy changes, legal updates, and government announcements. Whether you’re a community member, service provider, or an immigrant, these sessions are a chance to stay informed and ask questions. These online presentations are offered the first Wednesday of each month at 11am.

100 Years of Movies: “The Big Lebowski”
2025-09-11 19:00 - 21:30 | Mahaiwe Performing Arts Center, 14 Castle Street, Great Barrington, MA, 01230
Cult classic comedy The Big Lebowski is the story of two men with the same name from opposite ends of cultural and financial spectrums caught in the middle of a high stakes mystery. From filmmaking brothers Joel and Ethan Coen, the movie stars a range of talent including Jeff Bridges, John Goodman, Julianne Moore, Steve Buscemi, John Turturro, Philip Seymour Hoffmann, Tara Reid, Sam Elliott, and more. (Rated R, 1h 57min.)
Following 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.

On-farm Botanical Inks Workshop
2025-09-20 10:00 - 16:00
Spend the day foraging seasonal botanicals and learning how to transform them into artist-quality natural inks. The workshop includes a guided farm walk, harvesting from the dye garden, and hands-on ink-making in the barn studio. No prior experience required—perfect for artists, nature lovers, and anyone curious about plant-based color.
Full details and registration: www.farmandfieldny.com/workshops
Where: Farm & Field, a 200-acre farm in Chatham, NY
Contact: jill@farmandfieldny.com
Phone: 973.879.6252

Berkshire Opera Festival 10th Anniversary Concert Rebroadcast Event
2025-09-21 14:00 - 16:00 | K111 Theater, Koussevitzky Center, Berkshire Community College, 1350 West Street, Pittsfield, 01201
Join us for a FREE community event!
Back by popular demand! Join BOF for a free screening of our 10th Anniversary Concert! This spectacular concert features world-class artists from previous and upcoming seasons, joined by the BOF Orchestra and Chorus.
For more Information, contact Sarah Prouty, Community Engagement Officer at sprouty@berkshireoperafestival.org.
Berkshire Opera Festival’s 10th Anniversary Concert is made possible in part by the generous support of Brad Clark, Kenneth & Susan Kramer, Onyx Speciality Papers, and Donald Usher.
The BOF 10th Anniversary Concert rebroadcast event is funded in part by a grant from the Pittsfield Cultural Council; a local agency which is supported by the Mass Cultural Council, a state agency.

London’s National Theatre in HD: “Inter Alia”
2025-09-26 19:00 - 21:00 | Mahaiwe Performing Arts Center, 14 Castle Street, Great Barrington, MA, 01230
Oscar-nominated Rosamund Pike (‘Gone Girl,’ ‘Saltburn’) is Jessica in the much-anticipated next play from the team behind ‘Prima Facie.’
Jessica Parks is a smart Crown Court Judge at the top of her career. Behind the robe, she is a karaoke fiend, a loving wife and a supportive parent. When an event threatens to throw her life completely off balance, can she hold her family upright?
Writer Suzie Miller and director Justin Martin reunite following their global phenomenon ‘Prima Facie,’ with this searing examination of modern motherhood and masculinity. (Rated R, 2hrs.)

Rennie Harris Puremovement American Street Dance Theater: “Nuttin but a Word”
2025-10-18 13:00 - 15:00 | Mahaiwe Performing Arts Center, 14 Castle Street, Great Barrington, MA, 01230
Celebrated choreographer Rennie Harris returns to Mahaiwe Performing Arts Center to lay down his three laws of hip-hop—individuality, creativity, innovation. Here to expose the essence of their art form with unmatched subtlety and surprise, the indefatigably disciplined dancers of Rennie Harris Puremovement American Street Dance Theater command the stage with a mixtape of moves from b-boying to Campbell locking to house. Every step tells a story in sync with the rhythm, honoring hip-hop’s roots while raising the bar to new heights. You can try to shout ’em down, but you ain’t said ‘Nuttin’ but a Word.’

Dan Tyminski Band
2025-11-15 20:00 - 22:00 | Mahaiwe Performing Arts Center, 14 Castle Street, Great Barrington, MA, 01230
Throughout his 30+ year career, bluegrass artist Dan Tyminski has left his mark in every corner of modern music. His voice famously accompanies George Clooney’s performance of the Stanley Brothers’ classic song, “I Am A Man of Constant Sorrow,” in the film, ‘Oh Brother, Where Art Thou?’ and his vocal collaboration with Swedish DJ Avicii on the song “Hey Brother” was a global smash, having been streamed more than a billion times to date. His diverse solo projects and years of work with Alison Krauss and Union Station have yielded troves of award-winning music.
Dan has been honored with 14 Grammy Awards and is a four-time Male Vocalist of the Year honoree by the International Bluegrass Music Association. He has also recorded instrumental or vocal harmony contributions for projects by Martina McBride, Reba McEntire, Brad Paisley, Dolly Parton, Willie Nelson, Joan Osborne, Charlie Daniels, Kenny Chesney, LeAnn Rimes, Rob Thomas, and Charlie Haden, to name a few.

Shire Stories with Sheela Clary: Planes, Trains, and Automobiles
2025-11-23 16:00 - 17:30 | Mahaiwe Performing Arts Center, 14 Castle Street, Great Barrington, MA, 01230
In honor of Thanksgiving, Shire Stories presents an evening of local storytellers sharing their light-hearted but conflict-ridden stories under the theme of Planes, Trains and Automobiles. Sheela Clary, storytelling teacher, workshops stories with storytellers ahead of time and emcees the event.

“The Wizard of Oz” (1939)
2025-11-29 16:00 - 18:00 | Mahaiwe Performing Arts Center, 14 Castle Street, Great Barrington, MA, 01230
Dorothy and friends traverse the Yellow Brick Road through the land of Oz in this timeless family classic from 1939. The Mahaiwe screens “The Wizard of Oz” every year on the Saturday after Thanksgiving. (Rated G, 1h 42min.)

ARKAI
2025-12-06 20:00 - 22:00 | Indigo Room, 20 Castle Street, Great Barrington, 01230
ARKAI is an award-winning electro-acoustic duo that has captivated audiences around the world with their creative imagination and cutting-edge string music. Transforming the beautiful tones of the violin and cello into epic soundscapes that resemble a rock band backed by a cinematic orchestra, ARKAI’s signature sound has led them to hundreds of performances around the world including Grammys On The Hill and Carnegie Hall, opening for Grammy- and Oscar-winning musician Jon Batiste, and NBA playoff shows for the LA Lakers. They’ve also collaborated with celebrity photographer David LaChapelle for Milan Design Week, toured with superstar violinist Lindsey Stirling, and released viral hits with piano sensation Tony Ann.

Indigo Comedy Night with Ariel Elias
2025-12-12 20:00 - 21:30 | Mahaiwe Performing Arts Center, 14 Castle Street, Great Barrington, MA, 01230
With host Thomas Attila Lewis and featured support from Hoodo Hersi.
Ariel Elias is a comedian living in New York City. Growing up, this Kentucky Jew made everyone laugh at her bat mitzvah, and the rest is history. Today, her comedy is a fun mesh of unique, personal stories mixed with witty and wry observations.
Described as “a sly young comic from Kentucky” by ‘The New York Times,’ Ariel has also been featured in ‘Rolling Stone,’ ‘The Washington Post,’’ and on Good Morning America.’ She was named as ‘Paste Magazine’s’ Best Comedians of 2022.
After catching Jimmy Kimmel’s attention with a viral stand-up clip that displayed her cool, calm, and hilarious composure, he invited Ariel to make her late night television debut on ‘Jimmy Kimmel Live!’ In 2024, she followed it up with an appearance on ‘The Late Show with Stephen Colbert.’

Met Opera Live in HD: Giordano’s “Andrea Chénier”
2025-12-13 13:00 - 16:00 | Mahaiwe Performing Arts Center, 14 Castle Street, Great Barrington, MA, 01230
Giordano’s passionate tragedy stars tenor Piotr Beczała as the virtuous poet who falls victim to the intrigue and violence of the French Revolution. Following their celebrated recent partnership in Giordano’s Fedora in the 2022–23 Live in HD season, Beczała reunites with soprano Sonya Yoncheva as Chénier’s aristocratic lover, Maddalena di Coigny, with baritone Igor Golovatenko as Carlo Gérard, the agent of the Reign of Terror who seals their fates. Met Principal Guest Conductor Daniele Rustioni takes the podium to lead Nicolas Joël’s gripping staging, which will be transmitted live from the Met stage to cinemas on December 13. This live cinema transmission is part of the Met’s award-winning Live in HD series, bringing opera to movie theaters across the globe.
