Berkshire Theatre Group presents Albert Cummings at the Colonial Theatre
Pittsfield— On Friday, November 14th at 7:30 p.m., Berkshire Theatre Group presents Albert Cummings at the Colonial Theatre.
Albert Cummings is a powerhouse blues guitarist, vocalist, and songwriter whose electrifying sound has cemented him as a leading voice in modern blues. Hailing from Berkshire County, Cummings draws from deep musical roots, inspired by legends like Stevie Ray Vaughan, B.B. King, and Jimi Hendrix. His unique blend of searing guitar solos, soulful vocals, and emotional storytelling has earned him critical acclaim and a global fanbase. Whether he’s in the studio or on stage, Cummings delivers performances that are equal parts raw energy and heartfelt expression, breathing new life into the genre while honoring its legacy.
Over the course of two decades, Cummings has built an impressive discography that includes fan favorites “Feel So Good,” “No Regrets,” “Someone Like You” and the chart-topping “Strong,” which hit #1 on the Billboard Blues Chart in 2022. Known for his unforgettable live shows and signature Stratocaster tone, Cummings continues to captivate audiences with a style that walks the line between roadhouse grit and virtuosic finesse. As he pushes the boundaries of contemporary blues, Albert Cummings remains a vital and thrilling force — carrying the torch forward with each new performance.
The concert is on Friday, November 14th at 7:30 p.m. at the Colonial Theatre, located at 111 South Street in Pittsfield. Tickets and more information can be found online.
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Tanglewood Learning Institute presents ‘Cinematic Refuge’ performed by the Catalyst Quartet at the Linde Center for Music and Learning
Lenox— On Friday, November 14th at 7 p.m., the Tanglewood Learning Institute presents “Cinematic Refuge” performed by the Catalyst Quartet at the Linde Center for Music and Learning.
The Grammy Award-winning Catalyst Quartet was founded by the internationally acclaimed Sphinx Organization in 2010. The ensemble, Karla Donehew Perez, violin; Abi Fayette, violin; Paul Laraia, viola; and Karlos Rodriguez, cello, believes in the unity that can be achieved through music and imagines their programs and projects with this in mind, redefining and reimagining the classical music experience.
The concert is on Friday, November 14th at 7 p.m. at the Linde Center for Music and Learning, located at 3 West Hawthorne Road in Lenox. Tickets and more information can be found online.
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ART OMI presents ‘YATTA: Iron + Palm Wine,’ a solo exhibition
Ghent, N.Y.— From November 15th though February 1st, Art Omi presents a solo exhibition with YATTA.
The exhibition is rooted in the music of renowned Sierra Leonean guitarist S. E. Rogie, a pioneer of Palm Wine music and YATTA’s great uncle. Palm Wine music, a hybrid of Portuguese fingerpicking and traditional West African folk, has informed the music of indie bands such as Vampire Weekend, Iron and Wine, and more. Inspired by their research into the connections between these sounds and their reflections on nature culture, YATTA seeks to posit West African guitar music and Black wandering as “a balm for the psychic wounds” of the transatlantic slave trade and the fraught relationship that Black people have had to land in the United States as a result of forced migration and labor.
The immersive installation of video, sound, digital collage, and a series of original interviews, the exhibition will reimagine the pastoral as a site of reckoning, rather than escape, examining a romantic, colonial notion of nature exploration and leisure that YATTA names “the white wander.
The exhibit is on view from November 15th though February 1st at Art Omi, located at 1405 County Route 22 in Ghent, N.Y. There is an opening reception on Saturday, November 15th from 3 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. More information can be found online.
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Spencertown Academy Arts Center presents ‘Curator as Artist IV,’ a member exhibit featuring paintings, collages, metalwork, and jewelry
Spencertown, N.Y.— From November 15th through December 7th, Spencertown Academy Arts Center presents “Curator as Artist IV,” a member exhibit featuring paintings, collages, metalwork, and jewelry.
“Curator as Artist IV” features art by curators who have been actively involved in mounting exhibits at the Academy during the last two years. including Karen Andrews, Munya Avigail Upin, Norma Cohen, Meryl Enerson, David Lesako, Alice McGowan, and Amelia Toelke.
“As committee members do not enter any of the juried or open call shows we organize, their artwork is presented as a separate exhibit,” says Curatorial Committee Chair Meryl Enerson. “This show has been curated internally by David Lesako, a talented exhibit designer who has assisted on the layout and hanging of most of the exhibits at the Academy, and we thought he would be the perfect choice to curate our own show.”
The exhibit is on view from November 15th through December 7th at Spencertown Academy Arts Center, located at 790 State Route 203 in Spencertown, N.Y. There will be an opening reception on Saturday, November 15 from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. More information can be found online.
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Solarium presents ‘Louvre Heist,’ an exhibit of new works by Edward Pelkey
Pittsfield— On Friday, November 14th from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m., Solarium celebrates the opening of “Louvre Heist,” an exhibit of new works by Edward Pelkey.
Solarium is a nature-inspired creative space combining plants, art, and community. The Atrium Gallery hosts rotating exhibitions celebrating regional and emerging artists. Guests are invited to enjoy an evening of art, conversation, and refreshments surrounded by Solarium’s lush plant-filled environment.
The exhibit opens on Friday, November 14th from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Solarium, located at 46 West Street in Pittsfield. More information can be found online.
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Chatham Bookstore presents a conversation between ABC News journalist Deborah Roberts and the TODAY Show’s Al Roker, in celebration of the release of Roberts’ new book ‘Sisters Loved and Treasured’
Chatham, N.Y.— On Saturday, November 15th at 5:30 p.m., the Chatham Bookstore presents a conversation between ABC News journalist Deborah Roberts and The Today Show’s Al Roker, in celebration of the release of Roberts’ new book “Sisters Loved and Treasured.”
In “Sisters Loved and Treasured: Stories of Unbreakable Bonds,” New York Times bestselling author Deborah Roberts curates a gift-able collection of conversations, meditations, and anecdotes from her own sisters, celebrity friends, and everyday people, sharing deeply personal accounts of how their relationships as sisters shaped their lives. The book features over 50 personal stories by Viola Davis, Jenna Bush Hager and Barbara Bush, Arianna Huffington, Octavia Spencer, and many more.
Deborah Roberts is co-anchor of the venerable newsmagazine “20/20” and an award-winning senior national affairs correspondent at ABC News. She also serves as a substitute anchor for “Good Morning America” as well as a guest co-host on “The View.” Her in-depth coverage of current events has earned her a Peabody Award for the “20/20” special “Say Her Name: Breonna Taylor.”
The conversation is on Saturday, November 15th at 5:30 p.m. at the Chatham Bookstore, located at 27 Main Street in Chatham, N.Y. Copies of the book will be available for sale and signing. Light refreshments will be served. Admission is free. Advanced registration is highly recommended. Registration and more information can be found online.
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WANDER presents ‘WICKED: A Sing-A-Long Drag Experience’ hosted by Berkshire drag sensations Poppy DaBubbly and Vuronika Baked
Pittsfield— On Friday, November 14th at 7:30 p.m., WANDER presents “WICKED: A Sing-A-Long Drag Experience” hosted by Berkshire drag sensations Poppy DaBubbly and Vuronika Baked.
One week before the highly anticipated premiere of “Wicked 2: For Good,” the community is invited to celebrate the magic of “Wicked” with an interactive Sing-A-Long and Drag Experience. This one-of-a-kind evening will feature a Sing-along Wicked movie screening, Oz-themed trivia, costume contest, games, and surprises.
The all-ages event is on Friday, November 14th at 7:30 p.m. at WANDER, located at 34 Depot Street in Pittsfield. The doors open at 7 p.m. Dressing up as your favorite character from the Land of Oz is not required, but is highly encouraged. Tickets and more information can be found online.
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Chatham High School presents Shakespeare’s ‘Julius Caesar’
Chatham, N.Y.— On Friday and Saturday, November 14th and 15th at 7 p.m., Chatham High School presents Shakespeare’s “Julius Caesar.”
Beware the ides of March! William Shakespeare’s classic portrayal of political turmoil, betrayal, and vengeance is directed by Nick Nudler and Madeline Weltchek, and is produced in partnership with Shakespeare & Company’s Fall Festival of Shakespeare.
The performances are on Friday and Saturday, November 14th and 15th at 7 p.m. at Chatham High School, located at 50 Woodbridge Avenue in Chatham. All tickets are $5 and can be purchased at the door. There will be an additional performance on Thursday, November 20, 6:15 p.m. at the Tina Packer Playhouse at Shakespeare and Company in Lenox. Tickets and more information can be found online.
