The Colonial Theatre Announces New Position of General Manager
Pittsfield – The Colonial Theatre is pleased to announce the addition of Seth Keyes in a new position of General Manger. Primary responsibilities include maximizing the use of The Colonial Theatre for patron-focused programming, the management of all patron and artist services and maximizing the rental potential for the facility.“The staff and volunteers of The Colonial Theatre have accomplished a great deal in a very short time. We have successfully opened a fully restored historic theater, rapidly established it as a vital part of the cultural and community life of the Berkshires and built a solid base of support for its programs and activities. As with any business, tough economic times require a constant review of operations to ensure that the best value is being delivered with the funds available. We have restructured our management to focus on building stronger relationships with our business partners, supporters, and volunteers, while developing new opportunities that are consistent with the Colonial’s strategic vision,” says David Fleming, Colonial Executive Director.
Fleming continues, “We conducted a national search for a highly qualified General Manager whose expertise in operations, programming, and rental business development will serve our community well. We are very happy to welcome Seth Keyes to the Colonial. His reputation in the entertainment industry is very strong and we know that he will be a tremendous asset for The Colonial Theatre.”
Seth Keyes has worked in the performing arts industry, on the stage and behind the scenes, for over thirty years. In his early career he toured as an actor, worked in dinner theatre, wrote, produced and directed independent theatrical productions, and managed the Francis Wilson Playhouse in Clearwater, Florida. As a presenter and as an agent, he has gone on to present and/or represent Broadway national touring companies, internationally celebrated classical orchestras, operas and dance companies, and the most popular names in pop, rock, jazz, country, folk and comedy. He has supported and developed artists on their rise to fame such as Mary Chapin Carpenter, Lyle Lovett, kd lang, David Sedaris and the David Parsons Dance Company.
His career has included presenting at Ruth Eckerd Hall in Tampa Bay, Playhouse Square Center in Cleveland, EJ Thomas Hall in Akron and others. He has produced and developed several festivals, including a Folk Festival in Florida, a reading Festival in Akron and an outdoor summer festival that attracted thousands every weekend for the City of Akron.
“I am thrilled to be living and now working in the Berkshires, and feel especially excited to be working with David Fleming and the dynamic team at The Colonial Theatre,” says Keyes.
Keyes resides in Great Barrington with his wife Sally, Director of Marketing & Public Relations for Jacob’s Pillow Dance Festival, and their two daughters, Sydney and Samantha.
