Simon's Rock Theater Program Presents 'The Moors'

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GREAT BARRINGTON, Mass. The Bard College at Simon's Rock Theater program presents "The Moors," an anachronistic dark comedy by contemporary playwright, novelist, poet, and screenwriter Jen Silverman.
 
According to a press release:
 
Set in the 1840s(ish), The Moors follows spinster sisters Agatha and Hudley, their overworked scullery maid Marjoy, and their despondent Mastiff as they all live out their monotonous lives on the bleak "English" moors and dream of love and power. When Emilie, a hapless governess, is summoned under false pretenses and a moor-hen falls from the sky, all become entwined in a strange and elusive game. 
 
Simultaneously poetic and lyrical, acerbic and dark, this Brontë pastiche is equal parts gothic epic, drawing room farce, and post-punk feminist fable. Written by Susan Blackburn finalist Jen Silverman, The Moors deftly explodes the societal constraints of the past in order to speak directly to the visibility we all long for in the present. 
 
Directed by Assistant Professor of Theater and Simon's Rock alum Sara Katzoff, this production is a semester-long partnership between faculty, students, staff, and guest artists working collaboratively across disciplines of performance, technical theater and design. 
 
The performances will be held in the McConnell Theater at the Daniel Arts Center on the Simon's Rock campus. All performances are free and open to the public.
 
Performance Dates 
Thursday, November 9 at 7 p.m.
Friday, November 10 at 7 p.m.
Saturday, November 11 at 7 p.m.
Sunday, November 12 at 2 p.m.
 
Full List of Cast and Crew:
Lydia Helmstadter as Agatha
Reuben Giunta as Huldey
Agnes Allman as Emelie
Indiana Koumrian as Marjory
Jojo Vinai as The Mastiff 
Frances Zehner as The Moor-Hen 
 
Production Stage Management by Leo Earl
Lighting & Scenic Design by guest artist Juliana von Haubrich
Sound Designer & Composer by guest artist Alexander Sovronsky 
Costume Design by George W. Veale VI
Theater Management by Jean Volff 
 
Dramaturgy by Rowan Truman and Scarlett Gobes 
Scenic & Costume Assistant - Wren Feris 
Sound Operator - Julien Cabral 
Light Board Operators- Lincoln Kane-Long, Michael Barrett, and Messiah Vision 
Vocal Coaching - Ryan LaBoy
Fight, Intimacy and Stage Direction by Sara Katzoff 
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Berkshire Money Management Welcomes New Staff

GREAT BARRINGTON, Mass. — Berkshire Money Management welcomes two new staff members to its Great Barrington office: Operations Support Partner Katrina Fitzpatrick and Front Office Coordinator Lusha Martin.
 
As Operations Support Partner, Katrina Fitzpatrick's goal is to continuously make Berkshire Money Management and its processes more efficient. She works closely with Chief Operating Officer Natalie Wheeler to assess company needs and identify opportunities for improvement – and develop strategies for addressing both.
 
Katrina is a graduate of Westfield State University, where she earned a bachelor's degree in business management with a concentration in finance and a minor in economics. Prior to joining Berkshire Money Management, Katrina worked as a Branch Specialist at Greylock Federal Credit Union. A lifelong resident of Monterey, Massachusetts, she enjoys adventures with her dog, Dusty, and spending quality time with friends and family.
 
As Front Office Coordinator, Lusha Martin manages the daily needs of Berkshire Money Management's Great Barrington office, welcomes clients and guests, and manages the phone lines for the Dalton and Great Barrington offices.
 
Before arriving at Berkshire Money Management, Lusha owned and operated Bakin' Bakery in Sheffield. She also brings more than two decades of experience in office management to the team and is in the process of earning an associate degree in business careers at Berkshire Community College. Outside the office, Lusha enjoys reading, gardening, spending time at home in Sheffield with her family and dog, and raising funds for various non-profit organizations including the National Multiple Sclerosis Society. Lusha is a member of the Board of Directors for Stanton Home in Great Barrington.
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