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Christopher Lloyd, Finn Wittrock & More to Star in HAMLET Reading at Shakespeare & Company


Don't miss Christopher Lloyd and Finn Wittrock in a limited three-performance run of Hamlet at Shakespeare & Company. Experience Shakespeare's memorable tragedy in a staged reading from September 1-3 at 2 p.m. Get your tickets now!

Sierra Boggess, Jeffrey L. Page, Clint Ramos & More Nominated for 6th Berkie Awards - See the Full List of Nominees Here!


The Berkshire Theatre Critics Association has announced the nominees for the 6th Berkshire Theatre Awards, known colloquially as The Berkies. This year’s awards recognize shows that opened in the greater Berkshire region between October 1, 2021 and September 30, 2022.

Photos: MUCH ADO ABOUT NOTHING Opens At Shakespeare & Company


Much Ado About Nothing by William Shakespeare is appearing now through August 14 at Shakespeare & Company’s outdoor New Spruce Theatre.

Samuel Beckett's ALL THAT FALL to be Presented as Part of Shakespeare & Company's Plays in Process Series


All That Fall written by Samuel Beckett and directed by Robert Egan will be staged Saturday July 30, Sunday July 31, Saturday August 6 and Sunday, August 7 at 1:30 p.m., as part of the Plays in Process Series at the Tina Packer Playhouse at Shakespeare & Company.

Cast Announced For Shakespeare & Company's MUCH ADO ABOUT NOTHING Outdoors


Shakespeare & Company has announced the cast of Much Ado About Nothing by William Shakespeare, to be staged outdoors at the Company's New Spruce Theatre, July 2 through August 14.

Shakespeare & Company Celebrates With Virtual Gala


Shakespeare & Company celebrates community on December 5th with New Horizons, a Virtual Gala.

BWW Review: TIME STANDS STILL at Shakespeare & Company Examines Change and Choice.


Over the span of two hours, TIME STANDS STILL explores the relationship between the individuals and the two couples at a crucial juncture in each of their lives. Their desire to move forward in conflict with the comfort of clinging to the past. Will they fight, challenge, accept, reject, change, or stand still?

Shakespeare & Company Presents TIME STANDS STILL


Shakespeare & Company presents Donald Margulies' Tony Award Nominee, Time Stands Still. This production will be directed by Nicole Ricciardi, who helmed last seasons critically-acclaimed production of Creditors by August Strindberg, and the 2017 sell-out 4000 Miles. Time Stands Still marks the second time the Company produces a play by Margulies, a Pulitzer Prize-winning playwright. This compelling drama runs from September 13 to October 13 in the Elayne P. Bernstein Theatre.

The Fall Festival Of Shakespeare Celebrates 30 Years


The Fall Festival of Shakespeare celebrates its 30th season, bringing together over 500 local students to explore Shakespeare, creativity, and teamwork. The nationally recognized program begins with an integral series of four Common Classes where hundreds of teenagers come together for workshops in Stage Combat, Dance and Movement, Technical Theatre and Performance Preparation. Ten different schools are represented in this year's Festival, coming from the Berkshires, Pioneer Valley, and eastern New York State.

Shakespeare & Company Presents LOVE'S LABOR'S LOST


Shakespeare & Company presents William Shakespeare's comedy Love's Labor's Lost, directed by Kelly Galvin and performed outside in The Dell at The Mount, Edith Wharton's Home. This family-friendly, open-air production featuring Shakespeare & Company Education Artists runs from July 10th - August 18th.

Shakespeare & Company Presents LOVE'S LABOR'S LOST


Shakespeare & Company presents William Shakespeare's comedy Love's Labor's Lost, directed by Kelly Galvin and performed outside in The Dell at The Mount, Edith Wharton's Home. This family-friendly, open-air production featuring Shakespeare & Company Education Artists runs from July 10th - August 18th.

Shakespeare & Company Announces 2018 Season Casting


Shakespeare & Company announces its 2018 season casting. Under the direction of Artistic Director Allyn Burrows the Company's Summer Season includes a roster of audience beloved artists, critically acclaimed actors, and a host of newcomers joining the Company. The season opens Memorial Day Weekend with Carey Crim's New England Premiere of Morning After Grace, a comedic romance about second chances.

Shakespeare & Company to Kick Off 2017 Fall Festival of Shakespeare with MACBETH & 'MIDSUMMER'


Hundreds of teenagers from ten different high schools will take to the stage at Shakespeare & Company, beginning November 16th, for the 29th Fall Festival of Shakespeare. An annual tradition, the Fall Festival is the culmination of the nationally recognized program that places Shakespeare & Company Education Artists in ten local and regional schools, where they lead students in a nine-week exploration of creative thinking, teamwork and Shakespeare.

Shakespeare & Company to Kick Off 2017 Fall Festival of Shakespeare with MACBETH & 'MIDSUMMER'


Hundreds of teenagers from ten different high schools will take to the stage at Shakespeare & Company, beginning November 16th, for the 29th Fall Festival of Shakespeare. An annual tradition, the Fall Festival is the culmination of the nationally recognized program that places Shakespeare & Company Education Artists in ten local and regional schools, where they lead students in a nine-week exploration of creative thinking, teamwork and Shakespeare.

Shakespeare & Company Announces Outdoor Shakespeare at The Mount


Shakespeare & Company presents William Shakespeare's A Midsummer Night's Dream, directed by Jonathan Croy and Douglas Seldin, and performed outside at The Dell at The Mount. This magical favorite, presented by Shakespeare & Company's Northeast Regional Education Tour and Riotous Youth Faculty, runs from July 11 to August 19, 2017.

Shakespeare & Company Sets Casting for Summer 2017 Season of the Bard and More


Shakespeare & Company has announced casting for its upcoming summer performance season, under the direction of Artistic Director Allyn Burrows and Managing Director Adam Davis. The Company's 40th Anniversary Season includes a roster of audience favorite artists, critics' top pick actors and a multitude of newcomers joining the Company. The season opens Memorial Day Weekend with Amy Herzog's 4000 Miles.

Shakespeare & Company Announces Casting for 40th Anniversary Season


Shakespeare & Company is pleased to announce casting for its upcoming summer performance season, under the direction of Artistic Director Allyn Burrows and Managing Director Adam Davis. The Company's 40th Anniversary Season includes a roster of audience favorite artists, critics' top pick actors and a multitude of newcomers joining the Company. The season opens Memorial Day Weekend with Amy Herzog's 4000 Miles.

Shakespeare & Company to Present Staged Reading of HAMLET Featuring Finn Wittrock


Shakespeare & Company will present a staged reading of William Shakespeare's masterpiece, Hamlet,  on Saturday, October 8th at 7pm. Featuring Finn Wittrock of American Horror Story and The Big Short, and other special guests, the reading will be presented in the Tina Packer Playhouse, and will be directed by Kevin G. Coleman, Shakespeare & Company's Director of Education and a 2016 Tony Award nominee.

WAM Theatre to Kick Off Fresh Takes Reading Series with THE LAST WIFE


WAM Theatre is pleased to announce the cast for the opening event in the 2016 Fresh Takes Play Reading Series, The Last Wife by Kate Hennig, directed by WAM Artistic Associate and Fresh Takes Curator Molly Clancy. The reading will take place on Sunday, April 17 at 3 pm at No. Six Depot Roastery and Cafe, 6 Depot Street in West Stockbridge, MA.

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