Cultural Pittsfield This Week: August 15-22
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Friday+:Berkshire Fringe Festival This is the final weekend of theater, dance, music and multi-media works from emerging voices. If you haven't seen The Berkshire Fringe productions, go! The Berkshire Fringe is dedicated to providing high quality, adventurous and affordable cultural enrichment. Shows this weekend include Thanks for the Scabies, Jerkface!, Clownolio!, RIOT, 33, Community Performance Labs, free live music and a closing evening soiree performance by the Fringe Apprentice Company. Click here for more information. Through August 18 | Times Vary | Shire City Sanctuary | 40 Melville Street | 413-320-4175 | Prices vary, pay-your-age |
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Friday-Sunday: Last Weekend of Seussical at The Colonial The 9th Annual Children's Theatre Production presents Seussical. Dr. Seuss' most-beloved stories all spring to life in one magical musical with all of his classic characters: Horton the Elephant, The Cat in the Hat, the Whos of Whoville, Gertrude McFuzz, Jojo and more! For the second time in a BTG community production, actors will be flown through The Colonial Theatre. Through August 17 | Fri 7pm Sat 2pm & 7pm Sun 2pm | Colonial Theatre | 111 South Street | 413-997-4444 | $15-$30 |
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Friday & Monday: Cork & Canvas at Bisque, Beads & Beyond Create your own masterpiece at Bisque, Beads & Beyond! Friday is Dirty Martini Bouquet and Monday is Twilight Bridge. The classes are small for individualized instruction, the studio is bright and cheery and snacks will be provided. Pre-registration required! Friday & Monday, August 15 & 18 | 6pm-9pm | Bisque Beads & Beyond | 141 North Street | 413-442-9300 | $35 |
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Friday+: Dancing Lessons At Barrington Stage A world premiere of a new romantic comedy about a young man with Asperger's seeking the instruction of a Broadway dancer, now sidelined with injuries. As their relationship unfolds, they're caught off-guard by the surprising discoveries – both hilarious and heartwarming – that they make about each other. Dancing Lessons marks the eighth world premiere BSC will produce of Associate Artist Mark St. Germain's work. Through August 24 | Tues & Wed 7pm Thurs - Sat 8pm Sun 5pm Wed & Fri 2pm | Barrington Stage Company | Boyd-Quinson Mainstage | 30 Union Street | 413-236-8888 | $20+ |
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Friday-Monday: Mood Indigo At The Little Cinema From Director Michel Gondry, the story of wealthy, inventive bachelor Colin who endeavors to find a cure for his lover Chloe after she's diagnosed with an unusual illness caused by a flower growing in her lungs. Friday-Monday, August 15-18 | Fri-Mon 7pm Sun 3pm | Berkshire Museum | Little Cinema | 39 South Street | 413-443-7171 | $5 Museum Members $7.50 Museum Non Members |
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Friday: Georgie Wonders Orchestra At The Masonic Hall Big Band Era music and dance re-created in Pittsfield by Berkshire Ballroom Chapter 3045 of USA Dance Inc. This is a rare opportunity to listen and even dance to an 18 piece orchestra. Music will include those nostalgic waltzes, rumbas, foxtrots and classic Latins of the early to mid 1900's. It is virtually impossible to compare the vividness and sound of the orchestra as it accompanies the vocalists singing those long forgotten songs that made history both in dance and American lifestyles. Friday, August 15 | 7pm-10:30pm | Masonic Hall | 116 South Street | 413-441-7806 | $15 |
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Friday+: Romance In Hard Times At Barrington Stage A soup kitchen in the Depression. A pregnant woman refuses to give birth until she sees more hope in the world. Former socialites, unemployed actors, capitalists down on their luck, and Eleanor Roosevelt try to get through the Depression with some dignity intact. William Finn revisits his celebrated score, and along with his Spelling Bee collaborator, Rachel Sheinkin, re-imagines the book for new hard times. Through August 31 | Tues-Sat 7:30pm, Sat/Sun 3pm | St. Germain Stage | Sydelle and Lee Blatt Performing Arts Center | 36 Linden Street | 413-236-8888 |$40 |
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Saturday+: Yoga on the Lawn at Arrowhead Waterfall Perry will be offering yoga on the lawn every Saturday morning during June, July and August. Enjoy this healthy and relaxing activity amidst the serenity of Melville's trees. Saturdays through August 23 | 9am | Arrowhead | 780 Holmes Road | 413-442-1793 | $10 |
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Saturday+: Pittsfield Farmers Market Food Farmers, food producers and artisans bring locally grown and raised food and products into the heart of the community. Weekly market features fresh, locally grown food, local artisans, food trucks and much more.
Saturdays Through October 25 | 9am-1pm | First Street (across from the Common) | info@ |
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Saturday: Berkshire County 4-H Youth Fair The annual Berkshire 4-H Youth Fair is a free, fun place to bring your family! There will be livestock, hall exhibits, horses, games, entertainment and a food booth. Come join the fun. Saturday, August 16 | 9am-5pm | Berkshire County 4-H Fairgrounds | Holmes Road | 413-448-8285 | FREE |
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Saturday & Sunday: Advanced Oval Box Workshop at Hancock Shaker Village Build on your woodworking skills and master the form of the Oval Box at Hancock Shaker Village. This class will be lighter on group instruction and allow more individual work time with assistance from instructor Steve Grasselli. Students may make bigger boxes than in the Box Basics, or advance to other box-like projects such as oval carriers or trays. Box Basics or similar prior instruction is a prerequisite. Saturday & Sunday, August 16 & 17 | 9am-4pm | Hancock Shaker Village | 1843 West Housatonic Street | 413-443-0188 | $270, $245 for members |
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Saturday+: Stick Your Hands In History At Arrowhead Saturdays in July and August, middle school children will be offered the opportunity to explore the creative intersection of art and history by using objects from the Historical Society's collection to curate an exhibit on the theme of Art & Industry. Each exhibit created from a pool of 60 items, will be on display for one week and will change each Saturday. The program is free and open to all middle school children. Saturdays through August 23 | 9:30am-11:30am | Arrowhead | 780 Holmes Road | 413-442-1793 | FREE |
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Saturday: Organic Gardening Series At Canoe Meadows The herb and vegetable gardens burst with bounty. Join Master Gardeners Mary-Ann Emery and Liz Leonard as they discuss harvesting herbs, using herbs fresh in garden-fresh recipes, and preserving herbs for use later in the season. Saturday, August 19 | 10am-11:30am | Canoe Meadows | Holmes Road | 413-637-0320 | $8, $5 members |
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Saturday: Country Fair at Arrowhead The third Saturday of August will bring the return of the Country Fair at Arrowhead! Crafters, food, and music will abound on the South Lawn. Free and open to the public. If you are interested in participating as a crafter, musician or food vendor, call Arrowhead for more information. Saturday, August 15 | 10am-4pm | Arrowhead | 780 Holmes Road | 413-442-1793 | FREE |
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Saturday: Pittsfield Greek Fest Come out to St. George Greek Orthodox Church on Bradford Street for a day that highlights the best of Greek traditions, music, dances, and great food! From gyros and souvlakis to traditional music and dancing – this year's Greek fest will have it all! A portion of the profits from the festival are returned to a number of charities in the Berkshires. The party goes on – rain or shine! Saturday, August 16 | 11am-8pm | St. George Greek Orthodox Church | 73 Bradford Street | 413-442-8113 | FREE |
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Saturday: Mommy & Me Yoga Workshop At Berkshire Yoga Dance & Fitness Join Susan Barnes for an hour of yoga with your child (age 2 -5). You and your child will learn basic yoga poses and mindful breathing techniques. This is not your typical adult class, so be ready to breath, stretch, hop, and most importantly, relax! Saturday, August 16 | 11:30am-12:30pm | Berkshire Yoga Dance & Fitness | 55 North Street | 413-358-1267 | $10 |
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