“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
By: Katie Birenboim One of the highlights of looking back into the BTG archives in advance of our centennial is getting to see not only original artifacts/documents/photos from the theatre’s … Read On
By: Katie Birenboim (She/Her/Hers) Devoted fans of BTG may gasp to discover that until doing a first round of research in the amazing BTG archives, I had never heard … Read On
BTG strives to create fresh, new works for the Berkshire community and beyond to enjoy. One new play we had the pleasure of producing was Christine Lahti`s (@officialchristinelahti) world premiere of The Smile of Her, which had a wildly successful run at the Unicorn Theatre this 2023 Summer Season. BTG hopes to continue to produce many more stories the world has not had the pleasure of experiencing yet ✨
Help BTG bring more new productions to life by donating today at berkshiretheatregroup.org/support
Nov 29
Did you know? All those who make donations of $50 or more today will be automatically entered in a drawing to win 2 tickets to any Berkshire Theatre Group 2024 production! Also, those who donate $100 or more will be entered to win a 3-show pass to our 2024 summer season!
Donate to be entered to win by visiting berkshiretheatregroup.org/support ❤
Nov 29
BTG has become a creative home for the artists who have graced our stages and have given their hard work towards our productions, and many choose to come back home year after year. We have the continued pleasure of working with Scott and Jason (@jason.weixelman) for many years, and BTG continues to grow its large, creative family ❤
Help BTG support our numerous talented artists by donating today at berkshiretheatregroup.org/support
Nov 29
Our education programs, which have reached over 10,000 students in our community, are an essential part of what makes BTG what it is. BTG`s influence does not end when the final curtain falls, but carries on in their hearts for years to come, and, for many, for life 🫶❤
This #GivingTuesday, help BTG continue to provide memorable experiences for thousands of students by donating today at berkshiretheatregroup.org/support
Nov 28
Today is Small Business Saturday, and BTG is once again participating in the Downtown Pittsfield Passport from today through December 3 to celebrate small businesses in Pittsfield! 🛍🛒
To participate with us, pick up your Downtown Pittsfield Passport at any participating business and, the more businesses you support, the more chances you have at winning one of three prize packages!
Nov 25
The holiday season is a time to share and give thanks, and we are thankful for you! Your support throughout the year made it possible for us to produce award winning theatre, provide education programs to over 10,000 Berkshire County students, and bring many musical acts to our Colonial stage.
From all of us at Berkshire Theatre Group, we wish you and your loved ones a joyful holiday season 🤲❤️
Nov 25
We are just one week away from Giving Tuesday! 🤲❤️
BTG`s story is not just about the stories we share with audiences within our shows, but also includes the many stories of the people, just like you, who make BTG who we are. So, this Giving Tuesday, we welcome you to continue to be a part of our story as we continue to produce exceptional theatre for nearly 100 years for the Berkshire Community and beyond 🫶
Nov 22
Tickets are selling FAST for A Christmas Carol, returning to the Unicorn from December 7-23! 🎄☃️
A few performances are already sold out, so make sure to grab your tickets before they are gone by visiting berkshiretheatre.org today! ❄
(Photo: Cast of A Christmas Carol, 2019. Photo by Emma K. Rothenberg-Ware)
Nov 20
Skiers, snowboarders, and snow lovers rejoice as Warren Miller`s newest film, All Time, is coming to the Colonial TONIGHT at 7pm! ⛷🏂 In addition to the film, BTG is celebrating the beginning of the winter season by holding a raffle for various winter sports gear, including an e-bike, all provided by our generous sponsors! Be there for a chance to win HUGE prizes!
Time is running out, so get your tickets now at berkshiretheatre.org ❄
Thank you to Berkshire Bike and Board, Berkshire NEMBA, Berkshire Outfitters, Bousquet Mountain, Bousquet Mountain Ski Patrol, Jiminy Peak, Jiminy Peak Ski Patrol, Pinnacle Trail Design & Construction, Ski Fanatics, Western Mass Backcountry Alliance - WMBA, and Western Mass Ski Patrol for vending and donating prizes for this event!
Nov 17
Congratulations to Billy Rude (@billy_rude) for winning Outstanding Lead Actor in a Musical for his role as Jerry Lee Lewis in Million Dollar Quartet and to Rebecca Broooksher (@rabrooksher) for winning Outstanding Lead Actress in a Play for her role as Dr. Rosalind Franklin in Photograph 51 at the Berkie Awards last night! We are incredibly proud of both of you and are honored to have had the pleasure of working with you this past summer 🏆🏆
(Photo of Rebecca Brooksher as Dr. Rosaliind Franklin in Photograph 51 by Emma K. Rothenberg-Ware)
Nov 15
Are you just as shocked as we are that there are only two months left until 2024? 📆
This year, BTG is looking forward to celebrating the new year with one of Berkshire County`s favorite bands, Max Creek, and we invite you to join us! Starting at 8pm on New Year`s Eve, ring in 2024 with Max Creek at the Colonial for a special performance of rockers, ballads, deep jams and crowd sing-alongs that are guaranteed to bring smiles and laughter!
Plan ahead and get your tickets today at berkshiretheatre.org 🔔🎉
Nov 11
Our BTG PLAYS! `23-`24 Touring Show, Magic Tree House Merlin Missions Winter of the Ice Wizard, has been visiting elementary schools across Berkshire County for almost a month now, and we have already received so much love and support! ❤️❄
Thank you to the 2nd Grade class of Richmond Consolidated School for your kind thank you notes! We are having fun reading about your favorite parts of the show and most loved characters!
Nov 10
EBT Card to Culture is a collaboration between the Mass Cultural Council and the Executive Office of Health and Human Services’ Department of Transitional Assistance. Offer includes: Two tickets to any BTG Sunset Cinema performance at the rate of $5.00 each vehicle. All additional fees are also waived. In addition, two tickets to any BTG 2020 summer produced show at the rate of $0.00 each. These tickets are subject to availability as seating is limited. All additional fees are also waived.
