Installation Space Hosts Immersive Video on Arctic, Climate Change| 09:28AM / Monday, October 18, 2021 | |
NORTH ADAMS, Mass. — The Installation Space hosts the opening of "all that moves," an immersive video installation by Allison Maria Rodriguez on Friday, Oct. 22, from 4 to 8 p.m. at 49 Eagle St. According to a press release, this work bears witness to the story embedded in the landscape of of Churchill, Manitoba. From the unexpected beauty of an Arctic summer, to the life cycle of water fleas, Rodriguez seeks to celebrate the artistry of the overlooked while also testifying to the urgent necessity of looking closer. Rodriguez is a first-generation Cuban-American interdisciplinary artist working predominantly in video installation. Her 0 Comments
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Live Theatre Returns for MCLA| 07:59AM / Monday, October 18, 2021 | |
 NORTH ADAMS, Mass. — Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts (MCLA) Theatre announced its 2021-2022 season of performances, which will be offered in person on MCLA’s campus. These four productions feature guest directors, student directors, and experimental productions that give students agency in the writing and production process. MCLA Theatre is excited to return to live performance in a newly renovated Venable Theatre, with new seating, lobby, and renovated restrooms that are fully accessible. The season opens Nov. 5 with "Falling and Loving" by Charles Mee, directed by Associate Professor of Theatre Laura Standley. 0 Comments
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Mass MoCA, Clark Art Announce Vaccine Requirement | 12:00PM / Friday, October 15, 2021 | |
 NORTH ADAMS, Mass. — The Clark Art Institute and MASS MoCA announced that as of Nov. 1, 2021 all visitors will be required to show proof that they have received the COVID-19 vaccination prior to entering their facilities. "The vaccine requirement we put in place for FreshGrass was overwhelmingly well-received, so our staff now has a playbook to work from," said Tracy Moore, Deputy Director of MASS MoCA. "We're committed to maintaining safe and healthy conditions as we approach the winter months and start to spend more time indoors." Effective Monday, Nov. 1, all visitors to MASS MoCA over the age of 12 must show proof of a full 0 Comments
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Seven Berkshire County Organizations Receive SHARP Grants| 12:50PM / Tuesday, October 12, 2021 | |
 NORTHAMPTON, Mass. — Mass Humanities has announced grants to 90 organizations across Massachusetts to support the response and recovery of the cultural sector from the ongoing impacts of the coronavirus. "The SHARP grants are another significant step in the journey to sustain the humanities at the local level," said Brian Boyles, Executive Director of Mass Humanities. "As we continue to combat COVID-19, these funds will save jobs, build capacity, and allow organizations to develop new programs to serve their communities." Berkshire County recipients include: Norman Rockwell Museum: $15,000 Clinton Church Restoration: 0 Comments
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Roots Teen Center Color Run | 12:03PM / Wednesday, October 06, 2021 | |
 NORTH ADAMS, Mass. — The ROOTS Teen Center Youth Board is hosting a 5K Color Run/Walk on Saturday Oct. 9. The run/walk will begin at 10 am at Uno Park, with same-day registration starting at 9am. Participants can register online, via http://rootsteencenter.org/fundraiser. Registration is $30 for students and $35 for adults. Day-of registration is $40. Registration includes a ROOTS Teen Center white T-shirt, but T-shirts are limited. Register today to ensure we have your size available. Participants will walk or run a plotted course with organizers safely tossing or spraying colored powder and water at them. Before and after pictures are 0 Comments
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MCLA Arts and Culture Welcomes 2021-22 Artists in Residence | 08:03AM / Wednesday, October 06, 2021 | |
 NORTH ADAMS, Mass. — MCLA Arts and Culture, formerly the MCLA Berkshire Cultural Resource Center, will offer events and exhibitions from three visiting artists in 2021 and 2022: Conrad Egyir, Nathaniel Donnett, and Joshua Ross. Ross will deliver his opening lecture as an artist in residence at 5:30 p.m. on Oct. 5, in Murdock Hall Room 218 on the MCLA campus. Egyir will give an opening lecture as the inaugural Benedetti Teaching Artist in Residence at 5:30 p.m. on Oct. 19, in Murdock Hall Room 218 on the MCLA campus. Both events are free and open to the public; email Gallery51@mcla.edu to 0 Comments
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Tamarack Hollow Berkshire Drum and Dance Fest| 12:56PM / Thursday, September 30, 2021 | |
 WINDSOR, Mass. — The 12th annual Tamarack Hollow Berkshire Drum and Dance Fest is Saturday, Oct. 2 at the Windsor Town Park. The event featured drum classes with Namory Keita from Guinea, West Africa and dance class with West African dancer Seny Daffe w/ lead drummers Namory Keita & Aimee Gelinas and members of Gaia Roots and the Berkshire Rhythm Keepers. The drum fest is an annual community experience to gather and celebrate in the spirit of the drum. Classes will be led by master drummer & "Djembe Fola" Namory Keita from Sangbarala, West Africa with a West African dance class at 3pm featuring: Seny Daffe from Guinea, the Berkshire Rhythm Keepers led 0 Comments
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BAAMS Appoints New Board, Expands Programming| 04:00PM / Friday, September 24, 2021 | |
 WILLIAMSTOWN, Mass. The Berkshires' Academy for Advanced Musical Studies, Inc. (BAAMS) announced the addition of a new Board of Directors and eBAAMS PLUS. Richard Boulger, Founder, Executive and Artistic Director of the 501(c)(3) nonprofit, said he is delighted with the new leadership change. "I could not be more thrilled to have a new board that is impassioned and truly understands the value, mission, and importance of BAAMS. Having a board that brings the same level of heart and commitment as our faculty is truly inspirational," Boulger said. The new board is Edward "Ted" Wesley, President, Michelle Daunais, Secretary, and Maria Isotti, 0 Comments
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Mass MoCA Appoints New Director | 02:15PM / Thursday, September 23, 2021 | |
NORTH ADAMS, Mass. — Kristy Edmunds, executive and artistic director University of California, Los Angeles Center for the Art of Performance has been appointed as the new museum director. The Board of Trustees of the Massachusetts Museum of Contemporary Art (Mass MoCA) announced the appointment Thursday after a 10-month international search and a unanimous decision. "We are thrilled to welcome Kristy to North Adams and MASS MoCA; Kristy brings an exceptional record of artistic vision, community engagement, and leadership to Mass MoCA," said Timur Galen, chair of the Mass MoCA Foundation Board of Trustees. "Among a deep and diverse pool of very 0 Comments
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Voices From The Grave | 09:23AM / Thursday, September 23, 2021 | |
 BENNINGTON, Vt. — Bennington Community Theater's first live production this season, on Sept. 25 and Oct. 2, "Voices from the Grave," will be performed outside on the grounds of the famed Old First Church Cemetery in Old Bennington. Go on a guided tour and meet the people beneath the headstones in the Old First Church Cemetery. Walking from grave to grave, you'll meet such Bennington luminaries as Elijah Dewey, Elizabeth McCullough and Robert Frost as they are brought to life by members of the Bennington Community Theater (BCT). BCT has brought together the talents of the Bennington Historical Society, the Bennington Museum, the Bennington Center 0 Comments
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