A Spirited Environment at The Thaddeus Clapp House
The newly renovated Thaddeus Clapp House is a shining example of Pittsfield’s Gilded Age houses. Walking in, one is instantly drawn back to a bye-gone era, though it’s unclear whether … Read On
News & Articles
“Roald Dahl’s Willy Wonka KIDS” Opens Tomorrow!
Berkshire Theatre Group is proud to present the first annual Fall Children’s Show! This new program gives elementary school students the chance to perform their favorite stories on stage. Featuring … Read On
Artist Profile: Thornton Wilder
Thornton Wilder is one of America’s most celebrated playwrights and one of its most overlooked. Wilder is often described as the Norman Rockwell of theatre. He is oft remembered for … Read On
Galleries, Displays and Collections: A History of Visual Art at BTG
Berkshire Theatre has always been home to art in all its forms. Art Exhibitions and collections have been shown at Berkshire Theatre since its inception as the Berkshire Playhouse in … Read On
Celebrating BTG PLAYS!
Berkshire Theatre Group’s education program, BTG PLAYS!, reaches 13,000 Berkshire County schoolchilren annually. The education program serves children of all ages and offers a variety of programs from summer camps, … Read On
Artist Profile: Edward Albee
Albee’s Life and Works Edward Albee (1928-2016) was an American dramatist whose career spanned more than five decades. His works used modern techniques to subvert classical structures in order to … Read On
Stories of Stockbridge: The Fitzpatrick Family Legacy
The Red Lion Inn’s 50th Anniversary Celebration of the Fitzpatrick Family’s stewardship is in full swing! The Fitzpatrick Family was instrumental to the development and continuation of many Stockbridge institutions. … Read On
New Beginnings for the Thaddeus Clapp House
Built in 1871, the Thaddeus Clapp House represents an important chapter in Pittsfield’s history. From the home of a prominent local businessman to a boarding house and then a B&B, … Read On
Berkshire Theatre’s Place in History
American Theatre at the start of the 20th century was characterized by a dichotomy between commercialized theatre (best exemplified by Broadway) and experimental theatre (best exemplified by the Little Theatre … Read On
A Decade of Directing Assistants: Alumni Spotlight
BTG’s Directing Assistantship program is entering its 10th year! Directing Assistants at Berkshire Theatre Group come from a variety of backgrounds. Each Directing Assistant is given the same opportunity to … Read On