Berkshire Film and Media Collaborative Announces Networking Event at Ventfort Hall

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LENOX, Mass.— The Berkshire Film & Media Collaborative (BFMC) has announced a networking event scheduled for Tuesday, May 13, from 5:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at Ventfort Hall in Lenox, Massachusetts.

This event aims to connect filmmakers, technicians, educators, and media professionals in the region to facilitate the exchange of ideas, foster collaborations, and inspire new creative projects.

Diane Pearlman, Executive Director of BFMC, stated that this is the organization's first in-person networking event since the COVID-19 pandemic. She expressed enthusiasm for bringing industry members together and welcomed both experienced professionals and those interested in learning more about the field. Pearlman also noted the partnership with Ventfort Hall, which was featured in the film "The Cider House Rules," as an ideal location for the event.

Admission to the networking event is free, with a limited capacity of 100 guests. Attendees are required to RSVP by May 12 via the Eventbrite link: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/berkshire-film-and-media-collaborative-networking-events-are-back-tickets-1319507234659?aff=oddtdtcreator.

Light refreshments will be provided, and a cash bar will be available. Donations will be accepted at the door to support BFMC’s educational programs, including the Your Voice Through Video high school documentary film curriculum.

Further details about the networking event can be found on the Eventbrite link or by contacting BFMC at info@berkshirefilm.org.

The Berkshire Film and Media Collaborative focuses on developing production, workforce, and education initiatives within the film and media industry to contribute to the economic growth of western Massachusetts. More information is available at www.berkshirefilm.org.

Ventfort Hall is located at 104 Walker Street.

 

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Marionette Shows At Ventfort Hall for Children

LENOX, Mass. — The puppeteer Carl Sprague will return to Ventfort Hall Gilded Age Mansion and Museum in Lenox with Rapunzel for two holiday vacation week marionette performances. 
 
The dates and times are Saturday, Dec. 27 and Monday, Dec. 29, both at 3:30 pm. The audiences will have the opportunity to meet Sprague after.
 
Sprague, who has appeared annually at Ventfort Hall with his "behind the scenery" mastery, has been a puppeteer since childhood.  He inherited a collection of 60 antique Czech marionettes, each about eight inches tall that were assembled by his great-grandfather, Julius Hybler.  Hybler's legacy also includes two marionette theaters. 
 
Also, Sprague has been a set designer for such motion pictures as "The Royal Tenenbaums" and Scorcese's "The Age of Innocence," as well as for theater productions including those of Shakespeare & Company. 
 
Admission to the show is $20 per person; $10 for children 4-17 and free for age 3 and under. Children must be accompanied by adults.  Ventfort Hall is decorated for the holidays. Reservations are required as seating is limited and can be made on line at https://gildedage.org/pages/calendar or by calling (413) 637-3206. Walk-ins will be accommodated as space allows. The historical mansion is located at 104 Walker Street in Lenox.
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