How did you get involved with Berkshire Theatre? Jane Fitzpatrick. She invited my husband and me to dinner at Blantyre with Bill Swan and Richard Dunlap, who was the Director … Read On
George Bernard Shaw, photo from the program for The Doctor’s Dilemma, 1930. George Bernard Shaw was an Irish playwright who was often considered a radical in his political views. He won … Read On
Headshot of Ethel Barrymore c. 1930s. Ethel Barrymore was the daughter of Maurice Barrymore and Georgiana Drew, both actors. Both the Barrymores and the Drews were established acting families, and … Read On
Berkshire Theatre Group was formed in 2010 by the merger of The Colonial Theatre and Berkshire Theatre Festival. Each of Berkshire Theatre Group’s celebrated four stages has a rich and … Read On
The Berkshire Playhouse Blossoms As we head into the ninetieth year of production, it is important to remember the storied beginnings of Berkshire Theatre Festival. Eva Le Gallienne was integral … Read On
(L to R): Alexander Kirkland, Donald Meek, and F. Cowles Strickland in rehearsal for Rip Van Winkle, 1929. The first directors of The Berkshire Playhouse were recruited by Walter L. … Read On
Judy White, Paul Ballantyne, David Vaughan, and George Vogel in The Happiest Days of Your Life at Berkshire Theatre, 1960. Photo credit Louis Hansen. Judy’s Journey with Berkshire Theatre: When I arrived … Read On
(L to R): Billy Miles, S. N. Behrman, and Sidney Howard at the opening of Declassewith Ethel Barrymore, 1935. William “Billy” Miles was the Producing Director of the Berkshire Playhouse from … Read On
Matthew’s Journey with Berkshire Theatre: My first experiences with the Berkshire Theatre Festival date back to the summer seasons of 1966, ‘67, and ‘68. My father (Arthur Penn) and Bill … Read On
David Adkins in Thoreau at BTG, 2015. Photo by Michael J Riha. My Story How did I find Stockbridge? Maybe it was just good luck. Or was it chance? Or was I … Read On
Today on National Teacher Day, BTG would like to wish a Happy Teacher Appreciation Week to BTG Teaching Artists and education team members David Adkins, Kathy Jo Grover, Mike Wartella, Maureen Pace and Alex Boyd!
Our education staff makes the difference in impacting the lives of 10,000 students in Massachusetts, Connecticut and New York through the BTG PLAYS! Year Round Education Program, and BTG is truly grateful for all that the work that they do.
(Photos by Autumn Phoenix Photography (@autumnphoenixphotography), Caelan Carlough and David Dashiell)
May 6
BTG is thrilled for BTG Alum Ali Louis Bourzgui, who has just been nominated for a Tony for Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Musical for his role as David in The Lost Boys!
May 6
Over the weekend, BTG celebrated the hard work and dedication of its volunteers at the annual Volunteer Appreciation Reception at The Colonial Theatre!
Special congratulations to 2025 Hickey Russo Award for Outstanding Volunteer Service recipients Diane Forsyth and Bill Frazier; 2025 Certificate of Appreciation recipient Bill Morrison and 2025 Parent Volunteer of the Year, Alana Boyd!
(Photos by Caelan Carlough)
May 5
BTG`s Fall 2026 lineup at The Colonial Theatre has just been announced! 🍂 From the beloved country band Heartland to fan-favorite author David Sedaris, BTG`s fall lineup is a vibrant mix of concerts, comedy and live storytelling.
Tickets go on sale tomorrow, May 1 at noon at berkshiretheatre.org!
May 1
We’re excited to be part of Summer at the `62 Center for Theatre and Dance (@62center), featuring performances, residencies, film, music and more running from June 15–August 29 ☀️
As part of the lineup, we’ll be presenting The Seth Rudetsky Concert Series, featuring Bonnie Milligan on July 11, Norm Lewis on August 8 and Lillias White on August 22, so join us in Williamstown this summer!
⭐To purchase tickets to The Seth Rudetsky Concert Series, visit berkshiretheatre.org.
⭐To view the full Summer at the 62 Center lineup, visit 62center.williams.edu/summer-at-the-62-center.
Apr 30
On Saturday morning, BTG welcomed Jake Bentley Young, Samantha Gershman and Gregg Edelman, along with a dedicated creative team, to The Unicorn Theatre as they began rehearsals for John & Jen, which will run May 20 through June 7! ✨
(Photo by Caelan Carlough)
Apr 29
Happy Opening Night to everyone involved in BTG`s production of Roald Dahl`s James and the Giant Peach JR.! 🍑✨
(Photos by Caelan Carlough)
Apr 25
Ralph Petillo passed away yesterday, April 23, 2026. Berkshire Theatre Group sends condolences to his wonderful wife Sophie and beautiful family.
Ralph led many of our performances and was a mentor for so many young people in our education programs and throughout the community. As his dear colleague and partner in all things theatrical, Travis Daly, told me: “Ralph said his idea of heaven is ‘a spotlight, a combo and a mic!`”
We know Ralph will continue to inspire our work. No need for a spotlight for Ralph Petillo. The light and kindness in his heart brightens us all forever. May his memory be eternal.
Kate Maguire,
Artistic Director, CEO
(Photos by Madelyn Gardner and Abby LePage)
Apr 24
BTG is thrilled to host The Seth Rudetsky Concert Series, featuring Broadway veterans Bonnie Milligan, Norm Lewis and Lillias White, at the ’62 Center for Theatre and Dance (@62center)! ✨ Curated and hosted by SiriusXM Broadway host Seth Rudetsky, who will accompany each artist on piano, each evening pairs Broadway talent with live music and candid conversation.
To purchase tickets and for more information, visit berkshiretheatregroup.org.
Apr 21
Today, a group of our wonderful volunteers, along with BTG`s Manager of Volunteer Services, Fabienne Theriault, participated in Downtown Pittsfield, Inc.`s Downtown Pittsfield Cleanup, helping to keep our community clean and beautiful! Thank you for everything that you do!
Apr 18
BTG wishes a happy opening night to BTG Associate Artistic Director David Auburn and everyone involved with the Broadway revival of David Auburn`s Proof at the Booth Theatre!
(Photos by Matthew Murphy)
Apr 17
Did you hear!? Summertime Classes are back with new and enhanced offerings spanning from playwriting and creative storytelling to costume design and dance! 🎭🎵💃
For class registration forms, scholarship information and to learn more, please visit berkshiretheatregroup.org/summertime-classes.
Mar 29
Today is World Theatre Day! 🎭 As we look ahead to celebrating 100 years of theatre at BTG in 2028, we are proud of continuing to give every audience member who visits our stages thrilling stories, beautiful memories and joyful experiences that last a lifetime. We hope that you join us this season and for future seasons to come!
Mar 28
Celebrate music, community and youth arts education at BTG`s Fourth Annual David Grover Scholarship Concert at Balderdash Cellars in Richmond, MA on July 9, featuring Nashville musician and singer Michael Fabrizio, special guests Mike Wartella and Kathy Jo Grover and members of the Berkshire Theatre Group Youth Chorus! 🎵✨
For tickets and more information, please visit berkshiretheatre.org.
Mar 24
BTG is seeking local, Non-Equity, high school, college and pre-professional actors of all ethnicities, gender identities and backgrounds for its upcoming community-centered production of 1776! 🦅✨
For full details, please visit berkshiretheatregroup.org/join-our-team/casting-auditions/
Mar 20
Yesterday morning, BTG welcomed the mighty cast of over 50 students across Berkshire County and beyond to their first rehearsal of James & The Giant Peach JR.! 🍑📚✨
Mar 10
BTG is beyond proud to have members of the BTG PLAYS! 2025-26 Touring Show cast of Magic Tree House: Showtime with Shakespeare participate in Creative Sector Day at The State House and meet State Representative Tricia Farley-Bouvier! ✨
Thank you again to MASSCreative and Mass Cultural Council for this opportunity!
(Photo by David Adkins)
Mar 3
Exciting news! 🎭✨ The BTG PLAYS! Magic Tree House Touring Show cast will travel to Boston to perform a song from Showtime with Shakespeare at Creative Sector Day on the State House steps on Tuesday, March 3! In this annual celebration, Creative Sector Day advocates for the funding and resources needed to better support the arts by uplifting the contributions of artists, creatives, cultural organizations and creative businesses to the Commonwealth.
Thank you to MASSCreative for being a lead organizer of this wonderful opportunity for our young actors and to Mass Cultural Council for their financial support!
Mar 1
Tickets are now SOLD OUT for Idina Menzel at The Colonial Theatre on August 28.
Feb 25
BTG is thrilled to announce our 2026 Summer Season, offering a vibrant mix of large-scale musical events and thoughtfully curated plays highlighting meaningful youth and education programming and bold storytelling that resonates both locally and beyond the Berkshires. ✨
Tickets are on sale now at berkshiretheatre.org!
Feb 21
