London National Theatre production of ‘Jack Absolute Flies Again’ at Clark Art Institute
Williamstown— The Clark Art Institute will air a presentation of “Jack Absolute Flies Again” (2 hours, 30 minutes), a production of London’s National Theatre, on Saturday, January 21 at 1 p.m. The Clark will air the broadcast in its auditorium, located in the Manton Research Center.
After an aerial dog fight, Pilot Officer Jack Absolute flies home to win the heart of his old flame, Lydia Languish. Back on British soil, Jack’s advances soon turn to anarchy when the young heiress demands to be loved on her own, very particular, terms. Emily Burns directs this new comedy by Richard Bean (One Man, Two Guvnors) and Oliver Chris (Twelfth Night), a new version of Sheridan’s The Rivals. The cast includes Caroline Quentin, Laurie Davidson, Natalie Simpson, and Kelvin Fletcher. The performance was filmed in front of a live audience.
Tickets are $18 ($16 for members; $12 for children 10 and under). To purchase tickets, visit clarkart.edu/events or call the box office at 413 458 0524.
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Hear Chris King discuss nuclear disarmament at the Scoville Library
Salisbury, Conn. — The Scoville Memorial Library Reading Room will present a conversation with Chris King, Acting Chief of the Weapons of Mass Destruction Branch at the United Nations on Saturday, January 21 at 4 p.m. Chris King will discuss nuclear disarmament and non-proliferation.
The risks posed by nuclear weapons are reaching heights not seen since the depths of the Cold War. Urgent measures are necessary to prevent any use of nuclear weapons, prevent their spread and bring about their eventual elimination. King will start the conversation with a 20 minute presentation, followed by a 40 minute question and answer period.
This event has been scheduled to occur the weekend after the Salisbury Forum’s presentation of the film “The Vow.” You are encouraged (but not obliged) to see the film if you plan to attend the conversation with King.
The conversation will be held after Scoville Library public hours. Please enter the Library before it closes to the public at 4:00 p.m.
Registration is requested here.
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See local musician Trina Hamlin perform in Music Among Neighbors
Norfolk, Conn. — A resident of Norfolk, Trina Hamlin will perform at the Norfolk Library on Saturday, January 21, at 5 p.m.
With a rich, powerful voice, Hamlin reveals a rare confluence of Midwestern innocence, contemplative focus, and raw passion while adding a disarmingly sharp wit in her stage banter. She seamlessly moves from guitar to piano with self-accompaniment on harmonica leaving many who have seen her wondering what she can’t do. Regarded as one of the best harmonica players around, she presents a driving, sensuous rhythm in her performance reawakening audiences to the art of the instrument. Her unique combination of ballads, folk-rock and blues has earned her a steady national following. Trina tours full-time throughout the United States and Europe. Additionally, she is a much sought after harmonica player and percussionist, accompanying numerous nationally recognized singer/songwriters in the studio and live on stage.
This event is free. Register here.
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Watch MASS MoCA’s own ‘The Shadow Whose Prey the Hunter Becomes’
North Adams— Attend a screening of “The Shadow Whose Prey the Hunter Becomes” at MASS MoCA with a Q&A with the filmmakers on Saturday, January 21 at 7 p.m.
A group of activists holds a public meeting, desperate to save the world. As the meeting unravels, they discover that the greatest threat to their future is already in the room.
Adapted from Australia’s internationally acclaimed Back to Back Theatre’s hit “The Shadow Whose Prey The Hunter Becomes”—developed in residency at MASS MoCA with the Sundance Theatre Lab in 2019—this darkly humorous film reflects the company’s commitment to alternative models of story creation and screen production. It was created through more than two years of conversation and improvisation with the performers and co-authors; 95 percent of the people on screen are people with disabilities, and the majority of the crew roles are fulfilled by interns who identify as people with disabilities supported by professional mentors.
A Q&A with the filmmakers following the screening will be moderated by MASS MoCA Director Kristy Edmunds.
Tickets are $5 Members, $12 Students, $18 Advance, $28 Day of, available here.
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‘Breaking Away’ screening at the Mahaiwe
Great Barrington— The Mahaiwe Performing Arts Center will host a screening of the film “Breaking Away” (1979) on Saturday, January 21 at 7 p.m.
“Breaking Away” follows four teenagers from Bloomington, Indiana, in their year after graduating high school. Tensions rise with local university students, and a romance builds between the two factions. Writer Steve Tesich’s script earned this 1979 film Best Original Screenplay at the Academy Awards for that year. (PG, 1h, 41min.)
Tickets are $8 adults, $5 children. Get tickets here.
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1Berkshire is accepting applications for new ‘Insert Here’ vacant window art installation
Pittsfield— 1Berkshire, thanks to a one-time grant award, has announced the launch of applications for a new pilot program to support the installation of printed vinyl artwork in vacant downtown buildings in Berkshire communities. Applications are open now until March 3.
This program aims to provide up to three (3) municipalities/organizations with sub-award grants of up to $5,000 in order to support them in the selection, commissioning, and installation of printed works of art in vacant downtown storefronts for the summer of 2023. This effort is meant to both contribute to the aesthetic beauty of our downtown business districts, while also drawing attention to the opportunities that these vacant spaces offer to potential new small businesses and organizations looking for a physical location to move into.
Only one grant will be awarded to implement this effort in any given municipality. Applicants may be municipalities themselves, non-profit organizations, for-profit organizations, or non-organization individuals with a proven track record of similar project execution. Applications are open now and will close on March 3rd. Selected applicants must complete all related work by June 30th, 2023.
To learn more and apply, visit: https://forms.gle/PaGryhVE3TM37sP38
