Thur–Sun, Nov 16–19
The much-anticipated Fall Festival of Shakespeare, which is celebrating its 35th anniversary, is happening now! Eleven schools in the region are taking part in this marathan Shakespeare fest that is being held over four days in the Tina Packer Playhouse at Shakespeare & Company in Lenox. Don't miss “The Teachings of Shakespeare” in the Fall issue of Berkshire Magazine. More info
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Opening Sat Nov 18
Explore graphic design, illustration, picture book art, painting, collage, sculpture, and more. The first major American retrospective of Leo Lionni's wide-ranging art and design offers a visually diverse, in-depth look at the many chapters of Lionni's creative career. The exhibition brings together artwork everyone can enjoy. More info
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Sat Nov 18, 1–2:30 p.m.
What was it like to write for THE CARPENTERS? How did it feel to have RAINBOW CONNECTION selected for the Archives of the Library of Congress? What was it like to work with BARBRA STREISAND? Join Berkshire Museum for a rare Q&A with Paul Williams, moderated by Chief Curator Jesse Kowalski, who will speak with Williams alongside clips of his roles in movies, television series, and concerts from the 1960s to today. (sponsored) More info
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Fri Nov 17, 8 p.m.
Nashville-based, Oregon-born Mat Kearney is back at the Mahaiwe with January Flower. Written between an isolated retreat in Joshua Tree and his home studio, January Flower sees Kearney in his rawest form, distilling the songwriting process and rediscovering the joy of making music. Kearney, a Multi-Platinum songwriter and producer, has performed live on the Today Show, Ellen, The Tonight Show, and more. More info
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Opening Fri Nov 17
NightWood is not your traditional holiday light show. “More than anything,” says The Mount Executive Director Susan Wissler, “it is a celebration of the vast splendor and mystery of our natural world.” The Mount presents the fourth year of NightWood, which combines scenic elements, theatrical lighting, and a dramatic score to create eight unique scenes. Open through Jan 6. More info
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The Holiday issue of Berkshire Magazine has just been released! On the cover is Bradley Cooper in Maestro, which was filmed at Tanglewood. There is so much to read in this latest issue—and make sure to check out the Holiday Gift Guide! Subscribe now to read about all the exciting happenings during this festive season. More info
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Sat Nov 18, 12:55 p.m.
The Metropolitan Opera’s broadcast production of X: The Life and Times of Malcolm X airs at the Clark Art Institute's auditorium in the Manton Research Center. Theater luminary and director of Slave Play, Robert O’Hara oversees a potent new staging that imagines Malcolm as an everyman whose story transcends time and space. This performance also will be broadcast at the Mahaiwe Performing Arts Center in Great Barrington. More info
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Nov 18–Jan 7
Join the Berkshire Museum for the return of the decades-old celebration—the Festival of Trees! Eat hors d’oeuvres, sip from an open bar, and experience the nostalgia of the Festival of Trees as it returns to the Berkshire Museum’s Ellen Crane Memorial Room. See trees decorated by community members, businesses, and institutions with ties to the community. The opening reception is Friday, November 17, featuring special guest Paul Williams. More info
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