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
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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
Happy New Year from all of us at Berkshire Theatre Group! 🎇✨
Jan 1
Making dinner plans before spending New Year`s Eve with Max Creek? Arrive at the Colonial as early as 7pm to enjoy Berkshire Culinary Group`s offerings! Their delicious tapas-style offerings will also be available until midnight during the event.
Today is the last day to buy discounted advance tickets, so grab them today at berkshiretheatre.org!
Dec 31
Wishing you all a warm & happy holiday season from BTG! ⛄✨
Dec 25
JUST ANNOUNCED: From 7pm–12am, Berkshire Culinary Group (@berkshireculinarygroup) will join BTG to provide food for New Year`s Eve with Max Creek, so be sure to take advantage of their delicious tapas-style offerings during the event (some gluten-free options will be available)!
Tickets are still available, so grab them today at berkshiretheatre.org to get discounted tickets.
Dec 23
A Christmas Carol is coming to a close tonight, and BTG would like to thank everyone involved in this beautiful annual production! We are so grateful for every single one of you. 💖🎩
(Photos by Caelan Carlough)
Dec 21
Still looking a for a last-minute gift for the theatre lover in your life? ❄ Pair Nicholas Whitman`s book, The Colonial Theatre: A Pittsfield Resurrection, for just $10 with a BTG gift certificate to bring the theatre magic home to a loved one! Just stop on by the Colonial lobby, where you can also find BTG t-shirts, hats & more! ✨
Dec 20
Berkshire Theatre Group is thrilled to be nominated for several categories in the 2025 BroadwayWorld Berkshires Awards, including Best Ensemble, Best Solo Performance, Best Play and more!
To vote for BTG, click on the link in our bio! Voting ends on December 31.
Dec 13
We are excited to share that Santa will be dropping by The Colonial Theatre for both Mutts Gone Nuts performances this Sunday! Meet Santa in the lobby of The Colonial before the show for a fun family photo op and last-minute discussions about your wish list! 🎅❄
Dec 12
Last week on Giving Tuesday, together we met our match challenge and raised a total of $95,266, and BTG would like to thank every single one of you who helped us reach our goal! All of your support, whether large or small, is deeply felt and we could not do what we do without you. 💖
Dec 11
Happy Opening to everyone involved in BTG`s production of A Christmas Carol! 🎩❄
(Photos by Caelan Carlough)
Dec 6
There is still time to triple your impact today to help BTG! 🕤💕
Until midnight, an anonymous donor is matching every gift 2:1, up to $30,000, but only if we reach our $30,000 goal. Donations contribute 50% of BTG`s funding, so our BTG PLAYS! Year-Round Education Program, summer theatre productions and live performances depend on your generosity to continue thriving in Berkshire County. And now is the perfect time to give.
Triple your impact today at berkshiretheatre.org/giving-tuesday.
Dec 3
Looking for a way to give back to the local theatre community? 💕
For today only, an anonymous donor is matching every gift 2:1, where your $50 becomes $150, until midnight tonight. Your impact is only tripled if we hit our $30,000 goal, so will you help BTG continue to provide high quality theatre, live music, comedy, education programs & more for Berkshire County this Giving Tuesday?
Triple your impact today by making your donation at berkshiretheatre.org/giving-tuesday.
Dec 2
2026 BTG 3-Show Theatre Passes are back on sale for 24 hours only today on Cyber Monday! Grab your pass for only $150 before it`s too late at berkshiretheatre.org/passes! 🎫🎫🎫
Dec 1
Happy Thanksgiving from BTG! 🍂🦃
Nov 28
