ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT
Berkshire Museum Reimagines Festival of Trees
The Berkshire Museum is reimagining its popular "Festival of Trees" exhibit with a new "Winter Festival" to improve inclusivity.
The Mount Opens Nightwood Immersive Exhibit
The Mount has decked out its grounds for the annual Nightwood installation with lights and music to provide an immersive experience to its visitors throughout November and December.
Weekend Outlook: Cider Pressing, Concerts, and More
Berkshire County and the surrounding areas will be hosting a variety of events this cold weekend before Thanksgiving, including plays, concerts, and more. That includes lots of craft fairs and bazaars; see the full list here.
Berkshire Cultural Institutions Welcome New Leadership
Alan Paul was named the new Artistic Director of Barrington Stage Company, Kimberley Bush Tomio was named the Executive Director of the Berkshire Museum, and Nathaniel "Nat" Silver assumed the role of Executive Director and CEO of Hancock Shaker Village.
MCLA: New Art Lab Installation 'Puff'
The installation "Puff" coincides with Baker's virtual exhibition and year-long collaboration with MCLA titled "February: An Exploration into Black History," which transverses representations of Black History and technology.
'On the Horizon' Opens at the Clark
The exhibition is on view in the Eugene V. Thaw Gallery of the Clark's Manton Research Center Nov. 19, 2022 through Feb. 12, 2023.
Clark Art Presents Concert With Bill Nace and Matt Krefting
Nace and Krefting bring their experimental sounds to the Clark on the heels of their new LP release The Academy.
Adams Theater Surpasses $80,000 Fundraising Goal
The theater had been running the fundraiser since August, reaching a final total of $81,854, including $65,144 donated via online fundraising and $16,710 in offline donations.
The Orchestra Now Returns to Bard College at Simon's Rock
The free performance is led by assistant conductor Andrés Rivas and marks the Orchestra's fifth visit to Simon's Rock and the first one since 2017.
Clark Art Screens 'F is For Fake'
The free showing is open to the public and takes place in the Clark's auditorium.
Pittsfield Community Radio, WTBR To Hold On Air Fundraiser
The on-air event will be anchored by former Pittsfield morning radio fixture and current Coordinator of Advancement at WTBR, Bob Heck, and Pittsfield Community Television's Executive Director and Morning Drive host Shawn Serre.
Guild of Berkshire Artists Opening New Exhibit
The exhibit will open Saturday, Nov. 18, and feature work from three local artists specializing in different mediums and utilizing different views on color, texture, and form.
5 Must-See Exhibits this November
Berkshire County has an extensive number of museums from a wide range of disciplines. Each of these museums showcase local and visiting artists through their temporary exhibitions that explore a plethora of themes.
Weekend Outlook: Exhibit Openings, Comedy Nights, and More
The Norman Rockwell Museum launches "Eloise and More: The Life and Art of Hilary Knight" exhibition this Saturday that will be on view through March 12, 2023.
Simon's Rock Theater Program to Perform 'RIOT'
"RIOT" is directed by Assistant Professor of Theater and alumna Sara Katzoff '97.
PHS To Perform 'Twelfth Night'
Tickets are $8 for students and $12 for adults. Tickets may be purchased at https://phstwelfthnight.bpt.me or upon arrival. (Please note that only cash or checks will be accepted at the door.)
Bidwell House Candlelight Tours
The Museum is offering two of these tours: on Friday, Nov. 11 and on Thursday, Nov. 17. The event begins at 4 pm, on both nights.
BHS Berkshire Writers Workshop Series
Each three-hour session will take place at Herman Melville's historic Arrowhead and be led by a different writer/facilitator of note for a series of informative, inspiring, and productive writing workshops.
WCMA Hosts Annual Plonsker Lecture
The Plonsker Family Lecture Series in Contemporary Art, established in 1994 by Madeleine Plonsker, Harvey Plonsker '61 and their son, Ted Plonsker '86, examines current issues in contemporary art.
Berkshire Museum Presents Winter Festival: Solstice Celebration
Opening Saturday, Nov. 12 with a celebration featuring a performance by award-winning musical artist Paul Winter, in Berkshire Museum's Little Cinema.
Adams Theater Making Final Preparations for Benefit Concert
The mother and son team, Michelle Chen Kuo and Christopher Kuo, is currently touring to raise money for philanthropic and charitable organizations. The duo has raised $1,456,000 for its partners since 2016.
Weekend Outlook: Artwalks, Pumpkin Smashing, Community Days
Berkshire County is hosting a variety of events this weekend, including Artwalks, pumpkin smashing, musical performances, and community days.
'It's a Wonderful Life' with New Executive of Images
Hudson will introduce each show and talk about why "It's a Wonderful Life" is his favorite film. The Saturday show will be followed by a reception at The Log, down the street from Images Cinema.
Free Presentation on the New Berkshire Bird Banding Station
The program, "Berkshire Bird Observatory: Origins, Current Projects and Tales from the Field" will be by Ben Nickley, Founder and Director of "Berkshire Bird Observatory."
World Class Guitar Player Performs at McConnell Theater
The performance will begin at 7:30 pm and admission is free; mask-wearing is required.
Church on the Hill, Lenox Library Offer Free Community
A Q&A with Matthew Tannenbaum of The Bookstore will follow the screening.
Adams Theater gets $800K Through State Program
The theater is currently in the middle of a fundraiser, culminating in a benefit concert by the piano group Two Piano Journey on Nov. 11
Clark Art Airs an HD MET Production: 'La Traviata'
The award-winning series of live, high-definition cinema simulcasts features the full live performance along with backstage interviews and commentary. The Clark will broadcast the opera in its auditorium, located in the Manton Research Center.
Clark Art: Free Gallery Tour for New Parents
The event is free. Participants will meet at the Clark's main Admissions desk.
