Nothing compares to the experience of live theater, and there will be no shortage of opportunities at stages throughout Western Massachusetts this summer season. From Broadway musicals to world premiere dramas to the prose of Shakespeare and beyond, there are many theaters bringing plays and other performances to life on stage in the next few months that are worth checking out.
Now celebrating 30 years, the Barrington Stage Company, located in downtown Pittsfield, has two stage locations where theatergoers will find entertainment. Beginning June 11-July 6 on their Boyd-Quinson Stage will be “La Cage Aux Folles,” featuring music composed by Jerry Herman and directed by Mike Donahue, followed by “Boeing Boeing” by Marc Camoletti and directed by Julianne Boyd, July 17-Aug. 3; and “Next To Normal” with music by Tom Kitt, book and lyrics by Brian Yorkey, and directed by Alan Paul, Aug. 13-Sept.8. The St. Germain Stage at the Sydelle and Lee Blatt Performing Arts Center will play host to “A Tender Thing” by Ben Power, directed by Alan Paul, June 25-July 20; “Forgiveness” by Mark St. Germain, directed by Ron Lagomarsino, July 30-Aug. 25; and “Primary Trust” by Eboni Booth.
For more information on additional special performances, as well as pricing, visit barringtonstageco.org.
