Adams Theater Announces 2023 Season

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ADAMS, Mass. — Starting in May, the Adams Theater is presenting a programming season featuring concerts, dance performances, a comedy, a musical homage to the Spirit of Ukraine, and the official kickoff to PRIDE weekend in the Berkshires.

Community members and visitors are invited to come see how construction has progressed in the theater.

"The Adams Theater is a work-in-progress," said Founding Executive and Artistic Director Yina Moore. "Over the past two years, the local communities have witnessed and supported our physical transformations as a building. This year, they will have the opportunity to participate in our programmatic development as an arts and performance venue that focuses on accessibility. We see this season as a collective learning and growing process between the Adams Theater, our artistic partners, and the local communities."   

Spring/Summer 2023 Calendar

Buy tickets and learn more at https://www.adamstheater.org/upcoming.

Berkshires' Academy of Arts and Musical Studies 3rd Anniversary Benefit Concert

Friday, May 26, 7:30 PM

Tickets: Starting at $20

Gina Coleman & Misty Blues: Queens of the Blues

Saturday, May 27, 7:30 PM

Tickets: Starting at $20

Majesty of the Berkshires

Friday, June 2, 7:30 PM

Tickets: Starting at $12

Isabel Hagen

Saturday, June 3, 7:30 PM

Tickets: Starting at $20

Gettin' it Together: dysFUNKcrew Turns 10!

Sunday, June 4, 2 PM

Tickets: Starting at $10

Ruckus featuring Emi Ferguson, flute, and Rachell Ellen Wong, violin

Thursday, July 6, 7:30 PM

Tickets: Starting at $20

Rewritten with MCLA Arts & Culture

Friday, July 28, Saturday, July 29

Tickets: Starting at $10

Floating Tower: Shadows of Forgotten Ancestors

Saturday, July 1, Sunday, July 2

Details: To be updated

Fern Katz and Collaborators

Saturday, September 2

Tickets: Starting at $10

A New Community Engagement Hotline

Starting March 29, on Wednesdays from noon to 6 p.m., the theater's new Community Engagement Manager, Dawn Martin, will be answering phone calls and helping fill the community in about the theater project, the 2023 season, and more. Patrons can call 888.401.5022 and ask questions live from 12-6 pm on Wednesdays, or leave a message any time.

Partnering with Local Restaurants

The Theatre is collaborating with local restaurants and hospitality entrepreneurs for many shows this year, including Firehouse Cafe, Bounti-Fare, Berkshire Cider Project, and more. Theatergoers can opt to purchase dinner tickets, which include dinner and a drink before the show. 

Buy a ticket, give a ticket

All local students 17 and under can attend at least one Adams Theater show for FREE with pre-registration (email info@adamstheater.org). Theater patrons can help pay it forward by purchasing a Community Ticket in addition to their own. 

Season packages
The theater is also offering season packages, offering exclusive access to behind-the-scenes events and savings on ticket prices. 

The Adams Theater's programming season is supported by grants from the Berkshire Taconic Community Foundation, Mass Cultural Council, Cultural Council of Northern Berkshire, and 1Berkshire.

About The Adams Theater

Located in the heart of downtown Adams, the Adams Theater is under development to become a multi-functional Performing Arts Center. It will provide a new stage for regional artists and cultural entrepreneurs to collaborate and expand the creative economy in Berkshire County. Learn more at www.adamstheater.org.

                       

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Cheshire Police Chief Arrested on Sex Solicitation Charges

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CHESHIRE, Mass. — The town's police chief has been placed on paid administrative leave after being arrested Thursday night on charges of soliciting sex for a fee. 
 
The Board of Selectmen held an emergency meeting at 3 p.m. on Friday and appointed retired Chief Timothy Garner as an administrative consultant. According to a statement from the board, it is investigating options for an interim chief.
 
According to the Berkshire District Attorney's Office, 53-year-old Michael Alibozek of Adams was arrested by the Berkshire State Police Detective Unit and assisted by troopers from the Cheshire State Police Barracks.
 
Alibozek was taken into custody in the parking lot of Hoosac Valley Middle and High School at approximately 9:45 p.m. He had been communicating online with an undercover State Police detective, according to the DA's office. 
 
Following the arrest, Alibozek was relieved of duty and placed on paid administrative leave by the town administrator and the Select Board Chair Shawn McGrath. His town-issued firearm and access to the police station were seized.
 
In a statement, the Board of Selectmen said, "The Town of Cheshire takes these matters seriously and is fully cooperating with the investigative and judicial processes. The Board of Selectmen has been informed and is addressing the matter in the best interests of the Town of Cheshire. Former Chief Timothy Garner has been appointed as an administrative consultant. The Board is working on investigating options for an Interim Chief.
 
"No further comments will be made by the Cheshire Police Department or the Town of Cheshire at this time."
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