Berkshire Museum's Little Cinema Hosts Screenings of Worldwide Theatre and Art

02:29PM / Thursday, May 05, 2022Print Story | Email Story

PITTSFIELD, Mass. — Berkshire Museum announced a lineup of screenings in Little Cinema.

Through partnerships with Exhibition on Screen, National Theatre Live, and Great Art on Screen, Berkshire Museum brings pieces of art and culture to Pittsfield.

Exhibition on Screen is a look into the life and impact of great artists of the ages. Soon to come to Little Cinema (beginning Thursday, May 19) is "Frida Kahlo" a detailed look at the artist herself. The film explores her letters and her key works as guides to reveal the secrets behind the symbolism contained within her work. Two screenings of "Frida Kahlo" will feature Spanish subtitles; check the upcoming screening list for dates and times.

National Theatre Live screenings bring the stage performances of various London theatres. These screenings offer an up-close look at some of the world's top performers, including Bill Nighy and Carey Mulligan in the upcoming screening of "Skylight" (screenings starting May 5, see screening list for full schedule). Upcoming screenings also include "The Book of Dust from the world of "The Golden Compass/His Dark Materials" (by author Philip Pullman) a fantasy book series, and the production of "Cyrano de Bergerac" starring James McAvoy.

Great Art on Screen, a series of event documentaries exclusively for cinemas, is an in-depth look into the works and legacy of famed artists. Summer screenings include "Raphael: The Young Prodigy," which follows the life story and work of one of the most influential Renaissance painters.

"I'm excited to offer this chance to see film programs that really pop on the big screen – documentaries and theatrical productions that make for unique entertainment since you won't find them on most streaming services and since they're wonderful to experience with an audience," Berkshire Museum Experience Manager Emily Rome said.

For more information and tickets visit https://berkshiremuseum.org/little-cinema/.

Screening Schedule:

"Skylight:" National Theatre Live Thursday, May 5, 7pm Saturday, May 7, 2pm Sunday, May 8, 2pm
"A View From the Bridge:" National Theatre Live Thursday, May 12, 7pm Saturday, May 14, 2pm Sunday, May 15, 2pm
"Frida Kahlo:" Exhibition on Screen Thursday, May 19, 7pm with Spanish subtitles Saturday, May 21, 2pm with Spanish subtitles Sunday, May 22, 2pm
"The Book of Dust:" National Theatre Live Thursday, June 2, 7pm Saturday, June 4, 2pm Sunday, June 5, 2pm
"Maverick Modigliani:" Great Art on Screen Thursday, June 16, 7pm Saturday, June 18, 2pm Sunday, June 19, 2pm
"Cyrano de Bergerac:" National Theatre Live Thursday, July 7, 7pm Saturday, July 9, 2pm Sunday, July 10, 2pm
"Raphael: The Young Prodigy" – Great Art on Screen Thursday, July 21, 7pm Saturday, July 23, 2pm Sunday, July 24, 2pm
"King Lear:" National Theatre Live Thursday, August 11, 6pm Saturday, August 13, 1pm Sunday, August 14, 1pm
"Tutankhamun: The Last Exhibition" – Great Art on Screen Thursday, August 25, 7pm Saturday, August 27, 2pm Sunday, August 28, 2pm

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New Camp Is Safe Place for Children Suffering Loss to Addiction

By Breanna SteeleiBerkshires Staff
06:26AM / Saturday, December 27, 2025

Last year's Happy Campers courtesy of Max Tabakin.

PITTSFIELD, Mass. — A new camp is offering a safe place for children who have lost a parent or guardian to addiction.

Director Gayle Saks founded the nonprofit "Camp Happy Place" last year. The first camp was held in June with 14 children.

Saks is a licensed drug and alcohol counselor who works at the Brien Center. One of her final projects when studying was how to involve youth, and a camp came to mind. Camp had been her "happy place" growing up, and it became her dream to open her own.

"I keep a bucket list in my wallet, and it's right on here on this list, and I cross off things that I've accomplished," she said. "But it is the one thing on here that I knew I had to do."

The overnight co-ed camp is held at a summer camp in Winsted, Conn., where Saks spent her summers as a child. It is four nights and five days and completely free. Transportation is included as are many of the items needed for camping. The camp takes up to 30 children.

"I really don't think there's any place that exists specifically for this population. I think it's important to know, we've said this, but that it is not a therapeutic camp," Saks said.

She said the focus is on fun for the children, though they are able to talk to any of the volunteer and trained staff. The staff all have experience in social work, addiction and counseling, and working with children.

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