Three months into Broadway’s shutdown because of the coronavirus pandemic, Michael Paulson, a theater reporter for The New York Times, got a call from a theater in western Massachusetts — they planned to put on “Godspell,” a well-loved and much-performed musical from 1971, in the summer.
Today, we explore how, in the face of huge complications and potentially crushing risks, a regional production attempted to bring theater back to life.
The Daily Staff
September 4, 2020
The New York Times
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
On this day in 1975, The Rocky Horror Picture Show made its American premiere at the Westwood Theater in Los Angeles. After initially being deemed a failure, the film vastly exceeded expectations and now has the longest theatrical run for a film.
Visit berkshiretheatre.org or do the time warp towards our box office to get your tickets today to experience the queen of all cult films, including a thrilling after party and drag queen Nancy Nogood, at the Colonial on October 28!
Sep 27
Western Massachusetts-based band Harvest & Rust is hitting the Colonial stage on September 29! Representing the wide-array of Neil Young’s influential material in one show, Harvest & Rust captivates audiences with chart-topping hits including “Old Man,” and “Heart of Gold,” to the more electric explorations of Rust Never Sleeps like “Hey Hey, My My.”
Visit berkshiretheatre.org to purchase tickets today 🎵
Sep 24
Calling all Pink Ladies and T-Birds! 🦩🦅
Coming to the Colonial on October 15, The Olivia Show Tribute is an exciting musical journey filled with all of the late Olivia Newton-John’s award-winning hits and an exciting Grease sing-along where everyone can join in on the excitement!
Get your tickets today at berkshiretheatre.org!
Sep 23
The Tony award-winning Copenhagen, running September 28-October 29 at the Unicorn, is a must-see for anyone interested in history, science or politics. Exploring how one secret meeting broke the friendship between two physicists involved in the race to create the first atomic bomb in WWII, Niels Bohr and Werner Heisenberg, Copenhagen forces us to confront the difficult questions that arise when science and politics collide.
Don`t miss this stunning production by getting your tickets today at berkshiretheatre.org!
Sep 23
Tonight is the night! From the members of BonJourney, immerse yourself in the ultimate Bon Jovi Live experience with Don Jovi at the Colonial. Featuring lasers, a lightshow, and close-up footage of the band recorded LIVE on full screens, Don Jovi brings Bon Jovi`s greatest hits back to life in true 80s fashion 🎵🎸
Time is running out, so get your tickets now at berkshiretheatre.org!
Sep 22
Don Jovi, the ultimate Bon Jovi tribute band, hits the Colonial stage tomorrow (9/22). Featuring lasers, a lightshow, and close-up footage of the band recorded LIVE on full screens, immerse yourself in the true 80s concert experience with Bon Jovi`s greatest hits, such as "You Give Love a Bad Name" and Livin` on a Prayer!"
Don`t miss out on this electrifying performance! Get your tickets now at berkshiretheatre.org 🎵🎸
Sep 21
Did you tap your toes to Million Dollar Quartet? Laugh along with On Cedar Street? Ponder long after What the Constitution Means to Me, Photograph 51, and The Smile of Her? If so, let us know by voting Berkshire Theatre Group #1 again in Berkshire Eagle`s 2023 Best of the Berkshires Poll for "Live Theatre" and "Concert Venue" in the Entertainment category!
To vote, visit the link in our bio. Voting ends on September 24 at 5pm.
Sep 21
On Thursday, October 5, at 5:30 p.m., Berkshire Magazine (@berkshiremagazine) will celebrate this year’s Berkshire 25 by inviting all past honorees to mark this milestone—and everyone is invited to join the celebration!
To purchase tickets, visit berkshiretheatre.org. Ticket sales will go towards our education programs at BTG ✨
Sep 17
Sing until you lose your voice, dance like nobody’s watching, and relive your glory days at The Olivia Show, an exciting musical journey honoring the memory of Olivia Newton-John! Audiences will be treated to Olivia`s greatest hits with live vocals, powerful musicianship, amazing costumes and chart topping hits and an exciting Grease sing-along!
Get your tickets at berkshiretheatre.org today 🎵🎶
Sep 16
BTG is celebrating National Arts in Education Week by kicking off rehearsals for this year`s touring show production, Magic Tree House Merlin Missions: Winter of the Ice Wizard, which features two casts from various middle and high schools across Berkshire County ✏️📚🎭
(Photo by Caelan Carlough)
Sep 16
For every new gift made before midnight on November 10, our generous donors will match gifts up to $250,000!
Your support now in meeting a goal to raise $500,000 will provide the investment needed to keep this theatre moving forward with strength, so donate today at the link in our bio ⭐
Sep 15
Did Oppenheimer (2023) leave you even more curious about the history surrounding the creation of the atomic bomb? BTG`s production of Copenhagen, running September 28–October 29, explores the moral struggles of two Nobel laureate physicists: Niels Bohr, one of Oppenheimer`s heroes; and Werner Heisenberg, his direct competition in the Manhattan Project.
Get your tickets today at berkshiretheatre.org to experience this a fascinating exploration of the ethics of science that will leave audiences pondering its themes long after the final curtain call.
Sep 14
It`s that time of the year again! Support us by voting Berkshire Theatre Group #1 again in Berkshire Eagle`s 2023 Best of the Berkshires Poll for "Live Theatre" and "Concert Venue" in the Entertainment category. We appreciate your help!
To vote, visit the link in our bio. Voting ends on September 24.
Sep 14
From the same members of BonJourney, Don Jovi, the ultimate Bon Jovi tribute band, is bringing Jon Bon Jovi`s greatest hits to life on the Colonial stage September 22 🎸
Get your tickets today at berkshiretheatre,org to rock on to legendary songs including "It`s My Life" and "Never Say Goodbye!"
Sep 13
From the same members that brought BonJourney to the Colonial last November, Don Jovi (@donjoviband) is bringing Jon Bon Jovi`s greatest hits to life on September 22! Get your tickets today at berkshiretheatre,org to enjoy memorable hits such as "Livin` On a Prayer" and "You Give Love a Bad Name"
Sep 10
