Apr 27 Saturday
Natural Manipulation brings together 8 artists whose work engages in a conversation about the intricate relationship between humans and the natural world. Ranging from ceramics and found-material sculptures to video, sound, painting and installation, the artists explore natural materials and organic forms. Adie Russell, Benjamin King, Bonnie Ralston, Carolyn Lambert, Jonathan Harris, Judy Hoffman, Stephanie Beck, Triona Fritsch, curated by Monika Zarzeczna and Stella Yoon. FRI 4-7PM, SAT + SUN 11AM-6PM, Opening Reception: Friday, Apr. 12 5-7pm
Artists: Cyndy Barbone, John DeSousa, Kathy Greenwood, Lori Lawrence, Joy Muller-McCoola, Mark Olshansky, Jess Stapf, Barbara Todd
Special Installation Artist: Victoria van der Laan
Dates: December 1- May 11, 2024
The Guthrie Center holds the Grand Opening of the “Check it Out” musical instrument loan library on Wednesday, January 10 from 3:00-6:00 p.m. at 2 Van Deusenville Road, Great Barrington. Designed to serve people of all ages and all instrument experience levels in Berkshire County, MA, the collection offers a variety of instruments from strings to drums to electric keyboards. People can borrow for up to 30 days free of charge. The backup snow date will be January 17.
“Musical instruments should be played, not displayed,” said George Laye, Guthrie Center Director of Development and Founder/Director of the instrument loan program. “We are excited to imagine that future Beethovens or Beatles might emerge from our program and not fall through the cracks. Whether a beginner or professional, in school or retired, there’s an instrument for you.”
Lending Library Hours:Every Wednesday from 3:00-6:00 p.m.First Sunday each month, from 2:00-5:00 p.m.Second Tuesday each month, from 3:00-6:00 p.m.
The musical instrument loan program reflects Guthrie Center founder Arlo Guthrie’s commitment to meeting the needs of the community and supporting cultural preservation and educational achievement.
Through the generosity of donors, the Center has built a wonderful collection over the years. “Not everyone or every family can afford to rent or buy an instrument or is sure if they’ll stick with it,” said Laye. The lending program encourages fun and learning without any financial burden to borrowers.
Hear Grammy-winning flutist BRANDON PATRICK GEORGE and internationally acclaimed composer and pianist LOWELL LIEBERMANN perform masterworks of Boulanger and Schubert as well as Liebermann’s much-loved sonata for flute and piano, Air.
Enjoy midway fun for the whole family with exciting rides and games for all ages and deep-fried treats, sweets, and other tasty carnival eats.
Admission and parking are free.
Unlimited ride wristbands (for riders 36" & taller) are $37 on-site ($2 cash discount) while supplies last or online at DreamlandAmusements.com before 5 pm Thurs., April 18 for $29 each, 2/$55 or 4/$99. (Guests under age 21 must be accompanied by a parent or adult guardian 21+.)
Ride tickets are also available at the carnival for $1.50 each, $32/20 tickets, or $62/50 tickets plus 1 free ride. ($2 cash discount. Rides take 2 or more tickets each.) Online pre-sale special: $45/50 tickets + 1 free ride
Visit the website for coupon savings on rides, food, and event updates.
Midway hours: 5-10 pm Monday - Thursday, 5-11 pm Friday, noon-11 pm Saturday, noon-10 pm Sunday
More information: 866-666-3247 or DreamlandAmusements.com
Since the founding of Tanglewood in 1940 by Serge Koussevitzky, the BSO’s long-time music director and conductor, the Berkshires and Koussevitzky have become synonymous with world-class classical music. 2024 marks the 150th anniversary of Koussevitzky’s birth and the West Stockbridge Historical Society has an opportunity to participate in the celebration of this occasion and in doing so make some history itself.
Susan Hagen, principal bassist of the Boston Pops Esplanade Orchestra and first alternate bassist for both the Boston Symphony Orchestra and the Boston Pops Orchestra's 150th anniversary during the spring of 2024. Susan, along with renowned British bassist David Heyes, has curated a program of music expressly commissioned for the occasion. In addition to the newly commissioned compositions, their program will also include several pieces for bass by composers such as Giovanni Bottesini. Accompanying the two bassists will be pianist Rebecca Plummer and acclaimed soprano Sarah Poole.
Ashley Gearing and Andrea Young are no strangers to Nashville's music scene. Both have numerous accolades and individual successes to their names, working with some of the biggest and baddest in the business. Their pairing exposes Ashley's powerhouse vocals and rhythmic acoustic guitar alongside Andrea's ferocious fiddle playing and angelic harmonies...add in the dynamic of their songwriting and the deck is stacked. American Songwriter calls The Wildcards a "Soaring new partnership...with talent in spades."
Joining forces with some of the world's finest musicians, they bring a show filled with unforgettable original music and cover song favorites. With The Wildcards, you bring the good vibes, they'll bring the party. Every time.
Join National NA leader Absence of Proof and FER for a Saturday Supper to bring together our amazing communities! Great food. Great NA drinks. Great community!
Included in your ticket:
One entree (menu linked below)
One non-alcoholic cocktail (option to add additional cocktails as an add on when you're checking out)
https://www.fer-nyc.com/menu
A MONSTER DOUBLE FEATURE! “Ghost of Frankenstein” (1942) & “Frankenstein Meets the Wolf Man” (1943)
“The Ghost of Frankenstein” (1942)
Ygor (Bela Lugosi) is back and he’s brought the Frankenstein Monster (Lon Chaney Jr.) with him!
The fourth installment in Universal Pictures’ Frankenstein series “The Ghost of Frankenstein” features Ygor’s mad scheme for immortality as he manipulates Dr. Ludwig Frankenstein (Sir Cedrick Hardwicke) and Dr. Bohmer (Lionel Atwill) into doing his bidding!
“Frankenstein Meets the Wolf Man” (1943)
Bela Lugosi as The Frankenstein MonsterLon Chaney Jr. as The Wolf ManMaria Ouspenskya as Maleva the GypsyLionel Atwill as MayorDwight Frye as Rudi (Cameo)
Universal Pictures first “Monster Rally” film featuring both the Frankenstein Monster and The Wolf Man!
Will Larry Talbot find a cure to the Werewolf curse?
Will Dr. Mannering (Patric Knowles) revive or destroy the Monster?
Who will win the clash of two of Universal’s top tier monsters?
Come by for the fun! On the BIG SCREEN!
The hit public radio and podcast series comes to town bringing three great actors and a rich diversity of voices from literature, film, theater and comedy. Public Radio International’s wildly popular series and podcast goes live in a unique evening of literature in performance.