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
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
In honor of Black History Month, Berkshire Theatre Group is featuring some of the many talented black artists that have performed with us throughout over 90 years of theatre history! … Read On
On this day in 1882, Alan Alexander Milne, better known as A. A. Milne, was born. Milne is best known for creating Winnie-the-Pooh, who has been delighting children for nearly … Read On
Berkshire Theatre Group (Kate Maguire, Artistic Director/CEO) in association with five-time Tony Award-winning Caiola Productions (Once on this Island, Dear Evan Hansen, The Color Purple, All The Way, Who’s Afraid … Read On
A Christmas Carol Sweets Spectacular was the perfect pre-show reception for the opening night of BTG’s 13th Annual Community Production of A Christmas Carol! Revelers gathered together to taste the … Read On
Historic buildings are beautiful, storied, and often filled with unique traits or unusual design. This can certainly be said of Berkshire Theatre Group’s Fitzpatrick Main Stage (formerly the Berkshire Playhouse) … Read On
Bill Munn is a Pittsfield native. His work and research were instrumental in helping with the Restoration of The Colonial Theatre. Today, he regularly gives historical tours for the Theatre … Read On
Luigi Pirandello (pictured above) was a prolific writer who wrote over fifty plays, six novels, a variety of poems and countless short stories. He won the Nobel Prize for Literature … Read On
Built in 1920, The Garage serves as the lobby, administrative offices, and backstage space. Berkshire Theatre Group’s Garage is an intimate space, customizable for every occasion, which showcases up-and-coming local … Read On
Critics are raving about Summer, 1976, now running at The Unicorn Theatre through October 31! Don`t miss out on this "deeply thought provoking" play performed by "two superb actors" by buying tickets today at berkshiretheatre.org.
Oct 15
This past Friday, Summer, 1976 had a joyful opening at The Unicorn Theatre 🌟
(From left to right: Kate Baldwin, David Auburn, Jennifer Van Dyck, Isadora Wolfe. Photo by Corey Cavenaugh.)
Oct 14
Today, all of BTG`s offices will be closed in honor of Indigenous People`s Day, celebrating the traditions, cultures, histories and resilience of Native American and Indigenous communities.
Oct 12
Today is International Stage Management Day, which celebrates and recognizes all the work that stage managers do behind the scenes. BTG would like to thank our wonderful stage managers past and present who ensure all of the productions that are performed on our stages are the best that they can be.
Oct 10
Happy Opening Night to everyone involved in BTG`s production of Summer, 1976! ☀️
(Photo by Caelan Carlough)
Oct 10
TOMORROW NIGHT, Deadgrass is bringing their bluegrass twist on the music of Jerry Garcia and the Grateful Dead to The Colonial Theatre!
Get your tickets now at berkshiretheatre.org before it is too late!
Oct 8
Time is running out! Schedule an appointment by 5pm this Saturday, October 10 to audition for BTG`s annual production of A Christmas Carol, running December 3 through 20 at The Unicorn Theatre in Stockbridge, MA!
Auditions are open to local non-Equity actors of all ages, genders and ethnicities and will be held on Monday, October 19 from 6–9pm at The Colonial Theatre located at 111 South Street, Pittsfield, MA, with call backs as needed on Tuesday, October 20 from 6–9pm. A special audition for young actors in Grades 1–3 will be held on Tuesday, October 20 at 6pm.
Auditions are by appointment only and must be scheduled by 5pm on October 10, so email Allison Rachele Bayles, Director of Education, at allison@berkshiretheatre.org to register.
For further information, visit the link in our bio.
Oct 6
Berkshire Theatre Group is grateful to Pope Leo XIV for recognizing the significance of artists and cultural institutions to our humanity. As we often say, we believe theatre helps us to understand what it means to be human.
Oct 3
The holiday season is approaching, and Berkshire Theatre Group is once again seeking local non-Equity actors of all ages, genders and ethnicities to audition for A Christmas Carol, running December 3 through 20 at The Unicorn Theatre in Stockbridge, MA!
Auditions will be held on Monday, October 19 from 6–9pm at The Colonial Theatre located at 111 South Street, Pittsfield, MA, with call backs as needed on Tuesday, October 20 from 6–9pm. A special audition for young actors in Grades 1–3 will be held on Tuesday, October 20 at 6pm.
Auditions are by appointment only and must be scheduled by 5pm on October 10, so email Allison Rachele Bayles, Director of Education, at allison@berkshiretheatre.org to register or for further information.
Oct 2
On this day in 1903, The Colonial Theatre opened its doors for the first time with a sold out production of the operetta Robin Hood, which was produced by one of the first national touring groups in the country, The Bostonians. Since then, BTG has strived to continue the Colonial`s legacy in providing high-quality entertainment for the Berkshire County community and beyond. 🌟
Sep 29
Join Isadora Wolfe, Director of BTG`s production of Summer, 1976, as she interviews playwright David Auburn on the inspiration and thought process that went behind writing Summer, 1976.
Sep 24
This past weekend, the cast of the 2026-27 BTG PLAYS! Magic Tree House Touring Show: The Knight at Dawn began rehearsals at The Colonial Theatre, with performances at elementary schools across Berkshire County starting mid-October! 🐎⚔
(Photos by Caelan Carlough)
Sep 24
Recently, BTG welcomed the cast and creative team of Summer, 1976 for their first rehearsal at The Colonial Theatre!
(Photos by Caelan Carlough)
Sep 18
On September 25, experience Rev Tor`s 30th Anniversary Jam at The Colonial Theatre in Pittsfield, featuring special guest appearances by Mark Mercier (Max Creek), Mike Wartella (Pink Floyd`s The Wall and Rhapsody: The Music of Queen), Jen Durkin & Fuzz (Deep Banana Blackout), Gary Backstrom (Jiggle The Handle), Parker McQueeney (Rev Tor Band) and more!
Don`t delay! Get your tickets today at berkshiretheatre.org before they rise $10 on the day of the show.
Sep 17
The final round of voting for the 2026 Best of the Berkshires Awards is here, and Berkshire Theatre Group is in the top five in two categories! Help us become the Best in the Berkshires once again by voting for Berkshire Theatre Group in Best in Live Theatre and The Colonial Theatre as Best Concert Venue in the Entertainment section. Also, as a reminder, you can vote daily for your favorites until voting ends this Saturday, September 12.
To vote, please visit the link in our bio. Thank you for your support!
Sep 9
Attention: BTG`s offices are closed today in observance of Labor Day. Tickets to any of BTG`s shows can still be purchased online at berkshiretheatre.org.
Sep 7
What an unforgettable evening!
The Berkshire Benefit Concert brought the incomparable Idina Menzel to The Colonial Theatre for a spectacular night in support of Berkshire Theatre Group and Barrington Stage Company.
One especially magical moment came when Izzy Brown, a member of BTG’s education program, BTG PLAYS!, won the opportunity during the live auction to join Idina onstage for a duet and absolutely brought down the house!
Thank you to Idina, our extraordinary artists, sponsors, donors and everyone who joined us for a beautiful celebration of music, theatre and the Berkshire arts community. Take a look at some of our favorite moments from the evening!
(Photos by Andrew Cromartie)
Sep 5
Don`t miss your LAST CHANCE to see Orleans perform their timeless hits, including “Still The One,” “Dance With Me” and “Love Takes Time," LIVE on their last tour!
For tickets, visit berkshiretheatre.org before time runs out!
Sep 2
Thank you to all of the wonderful supporters who joined Berkshire Theatre Group and Barrington Stage Company for the Idina Menzel Berkshire Benefit Concert pre-show reception at 101 Restaurant & Bar this past Friday. We are grateful for your endless support, which helps provide high quality theatre and educational programs to the Berkshire community.
(Photos by Caelan Carlough)
Sep 1
20 years ago today, on August 29, 2006, the inaugural show of the newly renovated Colonial Theatre, a touring show of RENT, began performances, marking the historic theatre`s continued dedication to produce and present creative work that enriches and strengthens the Berkshire County community and beyond.
(Photo: The cast of Rent at The Colonial Theatre, 2006. Photo by Nick Whitman.)
Aug 29
