Arts & Theater


	'Smash' a story of wish fulfillment Friday February 3, 2012 NEW YORK -- As TV series go, "Smash" does a smashing job of abstaining from the usual: no courtrooms, no operating rooms, Full Story A career beyond 'Potter' Friday February 3, 2012 NEW YORK -- Daniel Radcliffe had to decide what his first starring film role would be after the "Harry Potter" franchise Full Story Madonna directs film on Windsors Friday February 3, 2012 NEW YORK -- The focus in the days ahead is on Madonna the musician. Full Story Ladies making fools of themselves Friday February 3, 2012 It's been 35 years since Tina Packer first, and last, directed Moliere's "The Learned Ladies." Full Story CBS Monday Nights: Comedy raunch meter rises Friday January 27, 2012 PASADENA, Calif. -- A recent Monday night seemed typical for CBS' sitcoms. Full Story Sam Worthington moving up ... a bit Friday January 27, 2012 Even in his post-"Avatar," post-"Clash of the Titans" stardom, Sam Worthington remembers what it was like to put it all down on one throw of the dice, to gamble everything on that main chance. He remembers what it was like to unload his possessions, sell everything, buy a car and live in it until he landed a big break. Full Story Gender-bender role is Close's dream project Friday January 27, 2012 In 1982, Glenn Close experienced two events that changed her professional life. Full Story Seeking unique theater voices Friday January 27, 2012 PITTSFIELD -- New plays are at the top of Julianne Boyd's agenda. Full Story On stage Friday March 25, 2011 What: "In the Mood: A 1940s Musical Revue" When: 8 tonight Where: The Colonial Theatre, 111 South St. Full Story Norman Rockwell: Artist behind a camera Friday, Nov. 06 Ron Schick looks at photos -- lots of them. Full Story Art pulses with primal glow Friday, Oct. 30 PITTSFIELD - The Ferrin Gallery is hosting a significant fine arts event for the Berkshires with "Joe Goodwin: A Recent Epoch." Full Story Williams Symphonic Winds to present concert Monday, May 04 WILLIAMSTOWN — The Williams Symphonic Winds will give a concert on Saturday at 8 p.m. in Chapin Hall on the Williams College campus. Full Story African dance, classes slated Monday, March 30 ADAMS — Artists from Senegal and Mali will give free performances and workshops on Friday, April 3, in a celebration of West African music, dance and stories, hosted by the Berkshire Arts and Technology Charter Public School. Full Story First-ever 'Fools Festival' April 3 Friday, March 27 PITTSFIELD — A committee of young local people from Pittsfield's arts and cultural scene have joined forces to present the first ever "Berkshire Fools Festival" in April. The Fools Festival will bring together artists, organizations and businesses in a multi-media, multi-venue, always surprising celebration with events taking place from April 3 to 5. Full Story Mental illness play to be staged Saturday Thursday, February 05 PITTSFIELD — The Berkshire County Chapter of The National Alliance on Mental Illness will participate in a panel discussion following the Saturday night performance of "Living With It" at 8 p.m., Feb. 7, at The Barrington Stage Company's Stage 2, 36 Linden St., Pittsfield. Full Story