How Water is Used as a Transformative Force in Metamorphoses
“Bodies, I have in mind, and how they can change to assume new shapes- I ask the help of the gods, who know the trick: Change me, and let me … Read On
On Our Stages
“Everyone in the theater world is watching. What we have is a small production, of a 50 year old musical, under a tent, in a rural corner of western Massachusetts. But I think it’s meaningful. It’s a group of actors. It’s a theater. Showing us a way to make art, to see art — for now. And it’s succeeding.”
-Michael Paulson, The New York Times
See What The World Said
“Bodies, I have in mind, and how they can change to assume new shapes- I ask the help of the gods, who know the trick: Change me, and let me … Read On
BTG’s 2025 production of The Mousetrap was among the latest performances of this play’s continuous, record-breaking run lasting over 70 years. The legendary play’s history began when Queen Mary was … Read On
Did you hear!? Summertime Classes are back with new and enhanced offerings spanning from playwriting and creative storytelling to costume design and dance! 🎭🎵💃
For class registration forms, scholarship information and to learn more, please visit berkshiretheatregroup.org/summertime-classes.
Mar 29
Today is World Theatre Day! 🎭 As we look ahead to celebrating 100 years of theatre at BTG in 2028, we are proud of continuing to give every audience member who visits our stages thrilling stories, beautiful memories and joyful experiences that last a lifetime. We hope that you join us this season and for future seasons to come!
Mar 28
Celebrate music, community and youth arts education at BTG`s Fourth Annual David Grover Scholarship Concert at Balderdash Cellars in Richmond, MA on July 9, featuring Nashville musician and singer Michael Fabrizio, special guests Mike Wartella and Kathy Jo Grover and members of the Berkshire Theatre Group Youth Chorus! 🎵✨
For tickets and more information, please visit berkshiretheatre.org.
Mar 24
BTG is seeking local, Non-Equity, high school, college and pre-professional actors of all ethnicities, gender identities and backgrounds for its upcoming community-centered production of 1776! 🦅✨
For full details, please visit berkshiretheatregroup.org/join-our-team/casting-auditions/
Mar 20
Yesterday morning, BTG welcomed the mighty cast of over 50 students across Berkshire County and beyond to their first rehearsal of James & The Giant Peach JR.! 🍑📚✨
Mar 10
BTG is beyond proud to have members of the BTG PLAYS! 2025-26 Touring Show cast of Magic Tree House: Showtime with Shakespeare participate in Creative Sector Day at The State House and meet State Representative Tricia Farley-Bouvier! ✨
Thank you again to MASSCreative and Mass Cultural Council for this opportunity!
(Photo by David Adkins)
Mar 3
Exciting news! 🎭✨ The BTG PLAYS! Magic Tree House Touring Show cast will travel to Boston to perform a song from Showtime with Shakespeare at Creative Sector Day on the State House steps on Tuesday, March 3! In this annual celebration, Creative Sector Day advocates for the funding and resources needed to better support the arts by uplifting the contributions of artists, creatives, cultural organizations and creative businesses to the Commonwealth.
Thank you to MASSCreative for being a lead organizer of this wonderful opportunity for our young actors and to Mass Cultural Council for their financial support!
Mar 1
Tickets are now SOLD OUT for Idina Menzel at The Colonial Theatre on August 28.
Feb 25
Tickets are ON SALE NOW for Idina Menzel, live at the Berkshire Benefit Concert on August 28 at 8pm at The Colonial Theatre! 🎟️
To learn more and purchase tickets, click on the link in our bio.
Feb 25
🎟️Tickets for Idina Menzel, live at the Berkshire Benefit Concert on August 28, will go LIVE to the public at 2pm today!
To learn more and purchase tickets, click on the link in our bio.
Feb 24
BTG is thrilled to announce our 2026 Summer Season, offering a vibrant mix of large-scale musical events and thoughtfully curated plays highlighting meaningful youth and education programming and bold storytelling that resonates both locally and beyond the Berkshires. ✨
Tickets are on sale now at berkshiretheatre.org!
Feb 21
Save the Date for a Special Celebration Event honoring Will and Mary Pope Osborne on Saturday, May 23, 2026 at The Colonial Theatre! Join BTG for cocktails, hors d`oeuvres, desserts, a paddle raise, entertainment and more, where all proceeds benefit BTG PLAYS!, our year-round education program. 🎭✨
For more information or to become a sponsor of the event, please call 413-448-8084 ext. 50 or email Celebration@berkshiretheatre.org.
Event Chairs:
Wende Carver and Linda Ruberto
Feb 16
TOMORROW at 2pm, join Berkshire Theatre Group at The Colonial Theatre in Pittsfield, MA for the 2025-26 BTG PLAYS! Touring Show, Magic Tree House: Showtime with Shakespeare, a high-energy, family-friendly adventure from the beloved Magic Tree House series featuring youth actors across Berkshire County! ✨🎭
Plus, arrive early for a special book signing with author Mary Pope Osborne from 1-1:45pm, where books will be provided by Lakeville Books & Stationery andwill be available for purchase in the lobby pre-show.
To purchase tickets and learn more, visit berkshiretheatre.org!
Feb 14
🎙️Join us for Idina Menzel, live at the Berkshire Benefit Concert on August 28, 2026!
The one-night-only concert benefits two of Downtown Pittsfield’s most treasured cultural institutions—Berkshire Theatre Group and Barrington Stage Company—and is set to be another incredible event this year.
🎟️Tickets go live February 24! Join our mailing list to make sure you don’t miss them and to get other exclusive ticket opportunities!
Feb 13
Today is the last day to get discounted advance tickets for Rev Tor`s 14th Annual Dead of Winter Jam tomorrow night at The Colonial Theatre! Ticket costs rise $10 tomorrow, so go to berkshiretheatre.org now to save!
Feb 7
BTG seeks young actors of all ethnicities and genders currently in grades 3–9 to audition for our upcoming non-Equity musical production of Roald Dahl’s James and the Giant Peach JR. ✨🍑 Auditions will be held at The Colonial Theatre on Monday, February 23 from 6–9pm and callbacks are scheduled for Tuesday, February 24 from 6–9pm. Performance dates are April 24–26, 2026.
Appointments and registration are required by February 13 to audition. No walk-ins will be accepted. To schedule an audition time slot or for further information, please email auditions@berkshiretheatre.org.
High school students in grades 9–12 who are interested in supporting the directors, stage management and backstage, please email auditions@berkshiretheatre.org by February 13.
Visit berkshiretheatre.org/join-our-team/casting-auditions to learn more.
Feb 4
BTG`s offices are closed today, Friday, January 30, 2026.
We will announce our 2026 season very soon and will continue to raise our voices and tell our stories at this critical moment in our nation’s history.
Jan 30
BTG is thrilled to announce that an indoor Shakedown Street, or vendor area, will be at Rev Tor `s 14th Annual Dead of Winter Jam on February 7 to add to this celebration honoring of the music of The Grateful Dead and spirit of Bob Weir!
Tickets jump $10 in price on the day of the show, so get your tickets early at berkshiretheatre.org and save!
Jan 26
Bob Weir, over his six-decade musical career and as a founding member of The Grateful Dead, shared an immense passion and light with his countless fans through the music he created, and that light will never fade.
In remembrance of his life, this year`s annual Dead of Winter Jam featuring Rev Tor`s Dead Man`s Waltz & Friends on February 7 will celebrate the music and spirit of Bob Weir and The Grateful Dead, so we invite you to join BTG in honoring Bob Weir`s legacy. Additionally, a food drive for a local food pantry in need will take place during the performance, so bring a non-perishable food donation if it is within your means.
Jan 14
“Tina Packer was a generational force who developed a remarkable movement in theatrical training in the country and in our community. All of us at Berkshire Theatre Group send tribute to all she created. Her legacy will live on through the family she led that is Shakespeare & Company.
We send condolences to her son and to the entire company. May her memory be eternal.”
Kate Maguire
Artistic Director, CEO
Jan 12
The EBT Card to Culture program in partnership with the Mass Cultural Council and the Executive Office of Health and Human Services’ Department of Transitional Assistance, is available to anyone with EBT, WIC, or ConnectorCare Insurance. This offer includes four tickets for performances or events at The Colonial Theatre and two tickets for performances at The Unicorn Theatre per household at the rate of $5 each. All additional fees are waived. Tickets are subject to availability as seating is limited. This offer is available by phone or in person only.
