education and community participation. Later in June, The Colonial hosts Rhapsody: The Music of Queen( June 26 – 27), a high-energy concert experience that blends theatrical flair with the anthemic power of Queen’ s catalog. July brings Project 1776( July 2 – 16), a youth-led reimagining of the classic American musical, placing questions of democracy, compromise, and civic responsibility directly in the hands of young performers. The Colonial season concludes with The Legend of Georgia McBride( August 1 – 23), a buoyant, big-hearted comedy about identity, reinvention, and chosen family that brings the summer to a celebratory close.
At The Unicorn Theatre in Stockbridge, the focus turns inward with a suite of character-driven works that explore family, memory, and moral choice. John & Jen( May 20 – June 7) opens the season with a music-driven meditation on sibling bonds and generational influence. That exploration of legacy continues with The American Five( June 18 – July 11), which examines the figures surrounding Martin Luther King Jr. during the creation of his“ I Have a Dream” speech. Lovesong( July 22 – August 23)— directed by David Auburn and starring Karen Allen, David Garrison, Rebecca Brooksher, and Sean Cullen— offers a tender portrait of partnership and endurance, while Summer, 1976( October 1 – 31) closes the season with a reflective look at motherhood, friendship, and the small moments that quietly shape a life.
Tickets are on sale now at berkshiretheatregroup. org.
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In 2026, the Mahaiwe Performing Arts Center enters a new chapter with two venues: the mainstage and the Indigo Room.“ This will be our first summer fully operational in two venues,” says Executive Director Janis Martinson.“ That expansion means more
shows, more variety, more flexibility, and even greater representation of emerging artists and community-centric offerings.”
The Indigo Room is buzzing during the spring months with comedy, live music, and more. The Christian Sands Trio performs two shows( March 13). Indigo Comedy Night features NYC-based Adam Mamawala( March 14), and check out singer-songwriter Amanda Pascali( March 21), jazz and adult contemporary vocalist Jane Monheit( April 17), and more.
Springtime on the mainstage includes classical performances presented by Close Encounters With Music( March 15 and April 19), Better Than Ezra( March 27), Parsons Dance( April 4), and more. Summer highlights so far include Michael Feinstein( May 1), Railroad Earth( May 9), Ben Folds( June 5), Straight No Chaser( June 20), Tab Benoit( July 12), and Tom Papa( July 18).
Tickets are available at mahaiwe. org, by phone at 413-528-0100, or at the box office. Patrons ages 30 and under are eligible for $ 15 youth tickets for select mainstage events.
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