For more information, call (413) 320-4175 or visit www.berkshirefringe.org.
Wednesday, July 16th
THEATER
MIRACLE TOMATO at The Berkshire Fringe
Miracle Tomato is a traveling story of love, bioengineering and the search for home. Performer/Creator Jessica Cerullo recounts the rich and prolific history of the tomato in this hysterical comedy with sobering political undertones that examines cultivation, mass consumption, and the changing dynamics of food and family. 8pm. $15. The Daniel Arts Center, Simon’s Rock, 84 Alford Rd, Great Barrington, MA.
US – written and performed by Alexendra Beller;
photo: Carl Skutch
Thursday, July 17th
THEATER
US at The Berkshire Fringe
Hailed as “Strong, deft, emotionally resonant theater” by The New York Times, US is a highly provocative and politically charged performance marrying text, song and virtuosic dance. Creator/performer Alexandra Beller spins a sensual duet with an American flag into a slyly humorous exploration of morality, humanity, dissention and forgiveness. 8pm. $15. The Daniel Arts Center, Simon’s Rock, 84 Alford Rd, Great Barrington, MA. (Followed by post-show artist discussion.)
Friday, July 18th
THEATER
US at The Berkshire Fringe
Hailed as “Strong, deft, emotionally resonant theater” by The New York Times, US is a highly provocative and politically charged performance marrying text, song and virtuosic dance. Creator/performer Alexandra Beller spins a sensual duet with an American flag into a slyly humorous exploration of morality, humanity, dissention and forgiveness. 7pm. $15. The Daniel Arts Center, Simon’s Rock, 84 Alford Rd, Great Barrington, MA. (Followed by post-show artist discussion.)
MIRACLE TOMATO at The Berkshire Fringe
Miracle Tomato is a traveling story of love, bioengineering and the search for home. Performer/Creator Jessica Cerullo recounts the rich and prolific history of the tomato in this hysterical comedy with sobering political undertones that examines cultivation, mass consumption, and the changing dynamics of food and family. 9pm. $15. The Daniel Arts Center, Simon’s Rock College, 84 Alford Rd, Great Barrington, MA.
FILM
THE CHOSEN ONE at The Berkshire Fringe
The Chosen One is an allegory of romantic illnesses, seating itself coyly in the time-honored vampire/horror genre. Written and directed by award-winning filmmaker Theodore Collatos, this beautifully shot black and white film draws inspiration in equal parts from European art film and campy B-movies, portraying an aesthetic of absurdity that manages to encompass sincerity into its edgy sarcasm. Proudly produced in Great Barrington, the film features many local actors and familiar Berkshire locations. 10:30pm. $8. The Daniel Arts Center, Simon’s Rock, 84 Alford Rd, Great Barrington, MA.
Saturday, July 19th
MISCELLANEOUS
FREE COMMUNITY WORKSHOP at The Berkshire Fringe
Free Community Workshop with acclaimed solo artist, dancer and choreographer, Alexandra Beller. The workshop will focus on dance, movement and choreography. Open to participants of all backgrounds and levels of experience ages 16-96! Early registration is recommended. 1:30pm. FREE. The Daniel Arts Center, Simon’s Rock, 84 Alford Rd, Great Barrington, MA. For more information, call (413) 320-4175.
THEATER
MIRACLE TOMATO at The Berkshire Fringe
Miracle Tomato is a traveling story of love, bioengineering and the search for home. Performer/Creator Jessica Cerullo recounts the rich and prolific history of the tomato in this hysterical comedy with sobering political undertones that examines cultivation, mass consumption, and the changing dynamics of food and family. 7pm. $15. The Daniel Arts Center, Simon’s Rock, 84 Alford Rd, Great Barrington, MA.
US at The Berkshire Fringe
Hailed as “Strong, deft, emotionally resonant theater” by The New York Times, US is a highly provocative and politically charged performance marrying text, song and virtuosic dance. Creator/performer Alexandra Beller spins a sensual duet with an American flag into a slyly humorous exploration of morality, humanity, dissention and forgiveness. 9pm. $15. The Daniel Arts Center, Simon’s Rock, 84 Alford Rd, Great Barrington, MA. (Followed by post-show artist discussion.)
Sunday, July 20th
MUSIC/FILM/ART
FRAGILE Part of the :30 Live! free music series at The Berkshire Fringe. FRAGILE is a three-way collaboration featuring a haunting live music score by composer Chris Marianetti, a striking video by Jonathan Vitagliano, and the artwork of John Lawson re-assembled from his sketchbooks and photographs damaged in Hurricane Katrina. 7pm. The Daniel Arts Center, Simon’s Rock, 84 Alford Rd, Great Barrington, MA. FREE.
THEATER
MIRACLE TOMATO at The Berkshire Fringe
Miracle Tomato is a traveling story of love, bioengineering and the search for home. Performer/Creator Jessica Cerullo recounts the rich and prolific history of the tomato in this hysterical comedy with sobering political undertones that examines cultivation, mass consumption, and the changing dynamics of food and family. 8pm. $15. The Daniel Arts Center, Simon’s Rock, 84 Alford Rd, Great Barrington, MA. (Followed by post-show artist discussion.)
Monday, July 21st
MUSIC
ITSNOTYOUITSME Part of the :30 Live! free music series at The Berkshire Fringe. This little duo makes big sounds that will carry you away and make you cry… in a good way. Their new album Walled Gardens has been winning the hearts and ears of audiences and critics across the country. Caleb Burhans, electric violin, loops, voice; Grey McMurray – electric guitar, loops. 7pm. FREE. The Daniel Arts Center, Simon’s Rock College, 84 Alford Rd, Great Barrington, MA.
THEATER
US at The Berkshire Fringe
Hailed as “Strong, deft, emotionally resonant theater” by The New York Times, US is a highly provocative and politically charged performance marrying text, song and virtuosic dance. Creator/performer Alexandra Beller spins a sensual duet with an American flag into a slyly humorous exploration of morality, humanity, dissention and forgiveness. 8pm. $15. The Daniel Arts Center, Simon’s Rock, 84 Alford Rd, Great Barrington, MA. (Followed by post-show artist discussion.)
Wednesday, July 23rd
DANCE
THE OBSCURE EQUIVOCAL DEFINITE MEANING TO EVERYTHING at The Berkshire Fringe
The shifting topography of two mysterious doorways reveals both the distance and connections between people. A gifted ensemble of six dancers open and close the doors that reveal fragile relationship dynamics, altered vantage points, and elusive patterns. This dance/theater piece marks emerging choreographer Alexandria Yalj’s debut performance outside of her home turf in Malibu, CA. 8pm. $15. The Daniel Arts Center, Simon’s Rock, 84 Alford Rd, Great Barrington, MA. (Followed by post-show artist discussion.)
Thursday, July 24th
DANCE
THE OBSCURE EQUIVOCAL DEFINITE MEANING TO EVERYTHING at The Berkshire Fringe
The shifting topography of two mysterious doorways reveals both the distance and connections between people. A gifted ensemble of six dancers open and close the doors that reveal fragile relationship dynamics, altered vantage points, and elusive patterns. This dance/theater piece marks emerging choreographer Alexandria Yalj’s debut performance outside of her home turf in Malibu, CA. 8pm. $15. The Daniel Arts Center, Simon’s Rock, 84 Alford Rd, Great Barrington, MA.
Friday, July 25th
THEATER
THE ONLY FRIENDS WE HAVE at The Berkshire Fringe
Under The Table Theater returns to the Berkshire Fringe presenting their newest quirky comedy! Despite creative and sometimes violent efforts, dysfunctional friends Norman, Jonathon and Claudia are suffering from an unfortunate bedbug infestation. With lightning-speed banter and their signature brand of outlandish shenanigans, the trio is both united and torn apart by their elusive enemy. They may have made their bed, but they just canÕt seem to sleep in it! 6pm. $15. The Daniel Arts Center, Simon’s Rock, 84 Alford Rd, Great Barrington, MA.
DANCE
THE OBSCURE EQUIVOCAL DEFINITE MEANING TO EVERYTHING at The Berkshire Fringe
The shifting topography of two mysterious doorways reveals both the distance and connections between people. A gifted ensemble of six dancers open and close the doors that reveal fragile relationship dynamics, altered vantage points, and elusive patterns. This dance/theater piece marks emerging choreographer Alexandria Yalj’s debut performance outside of her home turf in Malibu, CA. 8pm. $15. The Daniel Arts Center, Simon’s Rock, 84 Alford Rd, Great Barrington, MA.
FILM/MUSIC/SPECIAL EVENT
ROCK THAT UKE! AN EPIC EVEING OF TINY MUSIC at The Berkshire Fringe
Get a peek at human nature through a very tiny sound hole. For ONE NIGHT ONLY The Berkshire Fringe hosts a very special concert and film event examining the four stringed underdog of the music world and the mystical allure of the post-punk ukulele scene. Directed by Bill Robertson and narrated by actress Holly Hunter, this award winning documentary film will be accompanied by an exhilerating concert of live music by Uke players from across the globe. 9pm. $12. The Daniel Arts Center, Simon’s Rock, 84 Alford Rd, Great Barrington, MA. Reservations strongly recommended.
Saturday, July 26th
MISCELLANEOUS
COMMUNITY WORKSHOP at The Berkshire Fringe
Brooklyn based ensemble Under The Table will give a hands-on workshop in physical comedy technique. Open to participants of all backgrounds and levels of experience ages 16-96! Early registration is recommended. 1:30pm. FREE. The Daniel Arts Center, Simon’s Rock, 84 Alford Rd, Great Barrington, MA. For more information, call (413) 320-4175.
DANCE
THE OBSCURE EQUIVOCAL DEFINITE MEANING TO EVERYTHING at The Berkshire Fringe
The shifting topography of two mysterious doorways reveals both the distance and connections between people. A gifted ensemble of six dancers open and close the doors that reveal fragile relationship dynamics, altered vantage points, and elusive patterns. This dance/theater piece marks emerging choreographer Alexandria Yalj’s debut performance outside of her home turf in Malibu, CA. 7pm. $15. The Daniel Arts Center, Simon’s Rock, 84 Alford Rd, Great Barrington, MA.
THEATER
THE ONLY FRIENDS WE HAVE at The Berkshire Fringe
Under The Table Theater returns to the Berkshire Fringe presenting their newest quirky comedy! Despite creative and sometimes violent efforts, dysfunctional friends Norman, Jonathon and Claudia are suffering from an unfortunate bedbug infestation. With lightning-speed banter and their signature brand of outlandish shenanigans, the trio is both united and torn apart by their elusive enemy. They may have made their bed, but they just canÕt seem to sleep in it! 9pm. $15. The Daniel Arts Center, Simon’s Rock, 84 Alford Rd, Great Barrington, MA.
Sunday, July 27th
MUSIC
BUILD Part of the :30 Live! free music series at The Berkshire Fringe. Drawing on classical chamber music, art-rock, minimalism, electronic music, modal jazz, American fiddle music, and experimentalism, Build creates its own unique sound. Featuring Matt McBane: violin/compositions, Andrea Lee: cello, Mike Cassedy: piano/keyboard, Ben Campbell: bass, Adam Gold: drums. 7pm. FREE. The Daniel Arts Center, Simon’s Rock, 84 Alford Rd, Great Barrington, MA.
THEATER
EARLYSTAGES at The Berkshire Fringe
The EarlyStages playwright mentorship program will present staged readings of works in development by our three playwright fellows under the guidance of Emmy Award winning writer Laura Maria Censabella. Followed by a discussion with the artists. 12pm(noon); 1:30pm; 3pm. FREE. The Daniel Arts Center, Simon’s Rock, 84 Alford Rd, Great Barrington, MA.
THE ONLY FRIENDS WE HAVE at The Berkshire Fringe
Under The Table Theater returns to the Berkshire Fringe presenting their newest quirky comedy! Despite creative and sometimes violent efforts, dysfunctional friends Norman, Jonathon and Claudia are suffering from an unfortunate bedbug infestation. With lightning-speed banter and their signature brand of outlandish shenanigans, the trio is both united and torn apart by their elusive enemy. They may have made their bed, but they just canÕt seem to sleep in it! 8pm. $15. The Daniel Arts Center, Simon’s Rock, 84 Alford Rd, Great Barrington, MA. (Followed by post-show artist discussion.)
Monday, July 28th
MUSIC
NEWSPEAK Part of the :30 Live! free music series at The Berkshire Fringe. Straddling the divide between rock band and chamber ensemble, Newspeak presents newly commissioned works of politically charged contemporary music. 7pm. FREE. The Daniel Arts Center, Simon’s Rock, 84 Alford Rd, Great Barrington, MA.
THEATER
THE ONLY FRIENDS WE HAVE at The Berkshire Fringe
Under The Table Theater returns to the Berkshire Fringe presenting their newest quirky comedy! Despite creative and sometimes violent efforts, dysfunctional friends Norman, Jonathon and Claudia are suffering from an unfortunate bedbug infestation. With lightning-speed banter and their signature brand of outlandish shenanigans, the trio is both united and torn apart by their elusive enemy. They may have made their bed, but they just canÕt seem to sleep in it! 8pm. $15. The Daniel Arts Center, Simon’s Rock, 84 Alford Rd, Great Barrington, MA.
Wednesday, July 30th
THEATER
STELLYY at The Berkshire Fringe
Dedicated to challenging the nature of identity, the New York based Lynx Ensemble presents StellYY, the heartbreaking and optimistic story of Estella Rose Simone Rochester, the first child created from the genetic material of two men. When Stelly falls ill at the age of 12, she and her fathers become the focal point of a contentious culture war. A darkly comic and moving allegory, StellYY reveals not only the bonds that unite her own family but what ultimately unifies all parents when faced with the uncertainty of the world beyond home. 8pm. $15. The Daniel Arts Center, Simon’s Rock, 84 Alford Rd, Great Barrington, MA.
Thursday, July 31st
THEATER
THE LAST HURRAH OF THE CLEMENTINES at The Berkshire Fringe
Straight from our own backyard (Northampton, MA, that is) emerges the aggressively inventive and fabulously experimental company The Missoula Oblongata. With a dozen eggs, an original musical score by the Seattle band TV Coahran, and an aquarium full of while yarn, The Last Hurrah of the Clementines is an unpredictable evening of crafted madness, eerie melodies and home-grown delights. 8pm. $15. The Daniel Arts Center, Simon’s Rock, 84 Alford Rd, Great Barrington, MA.
Friday, August 1st
THEATER
THE LAST HURRAH OF THE CLEMENTINES at The Berkshire Fringe
Straight from our own backyard (Northampton, MA, that is) emerges the aggressively inventive and fabulously experimental company The Missoula Oblongata. With a dozen eggs, an original musical score by the Seattle band TV Coahran, and an aquarium full of while yarn, The Last Hurrah of the Clementines is an unpredictable evening of crafted madness, eerie melodies and home-grown delights. 7pm. $15. The Daniel Arts Center, Simon’s Rock College, 84 Alford Rd, Great Barrington, MA.
STELLYY at The Berkshire Fringe
Dedicated to challenging the nature of identity, the New York based Lynx Ensemble presents StellYY, the heartbreaking and optimistic story of Estella Rose Simone Rochester, the first child created from the genetic material of two men. When Stelly falls ill at the age of 12, she and her fathers become the focal point of a contentious culture war. A darkly comic and moving allegory, StellYY reveals not only the bonds that unite her own family but what ultimately unifies all parents when faced with the uncertainty of the world beyond home. 9pm. $15. The Daniel Arts Center, Simon’s Rock, 84 Alford Rd, Great Barrington, MA.
Saturday, August 2nd
MISCELLANEOUS
COMMUNITY WORKSHOP at THE BERKSHIRE FRINGE
The intensely innovate company Missula Oblongata, teaches a FREE community workshop on collaborative playmaking. All workshops are open to participants of all backgrounds and levels of experience ages 16-96! Early registration is recommended. 1:30pm. FREE. The Daniel Arts Center, Simon’s Rock, 84 Alford Rd, Great Barrington, MA. For more information, call (413) 320-4175 or visit www.berkshirefringe.org
THEATER
STELLYY at The Berkshire Fringe
Dedicated to challenging the nature of identity, the New York based Lynx Ensemble presents StellYY, the heartbreaking and optimistic story of Estella Rose Simone Rochester, the first child created from the genetic material of two men. When Stelly falls ill at the age of 12, she and her fathers become the focal point of a contentious culture war. A darkly comic and moving allegory, StellYY reveals not only the bonds that unite her own family but what ultimately unifies all parents when faced with the uncertainty of the world beyond home. 8pm. $15. The Daniel Arts Center, Simon’s Rock, 84 Alford Rd, Great Barrington, MA.
Sunday, August 3rd
MUSIC
Free concert. Part of the :30 Live! free music series at The Berkshire Fringe, the series dedicated to providing open access to the most exhilerating new music by emerging sonic innovators from across the Northeast. Artist TBA – check website for updated info. 7pm. FREE. The Daniel Arts Center, Simon’s Rock, 84 Alford Rd, Great Barrington, MA.
THEATER
STELLYY at The Berkshire Fringe
Dedicated to challenging the nature of identity, the New York based Lynx Ensemble presents StellYY, the heartbreaking and optimistic story of Estella Rose Simone Rochester, the first child created from the genetic material of two men. When Stelly falls ill at the age of 12, she and her fathers become the focal point of a contentious culture war. A darkly comic and moving allegory, StellYY reveals not only the bonds that unite her own family but what ultimately unifies all parents when faced with the uncertainty of the world beyond home. 3pm. $15. The Daniel Arts Center, Simon’s Rock, 84 Alford Rd, Great Barrington, MA.
THE LAST HURRAH OF THE CLEMENTINES at The Berkshire Fringe
Straight from our own backyard (Northampton, MA, that is) emerges the aggressively inventive and fabulously experimental company The Missoula Oblongata. With a dozen eggs, an original musical score by the Seattle band TV Coahran, and an aquarium full of while yarn, The Last Hurrah of the Clementines is an unpredictable evening of crafted madness, eerie melodies and home-grown delights. 8pm. $15. The Daniel Arts Center, Simon’s Rock, 84 Alford Rd, Great Barrington, MA. For more information, call (413) 320-4175 or visit www.berkshirefringe.org
Monday, August 4th
MUSIC
Free concert. Part of the :30 Live! free music series at The Berkshire Fringe, the series dedicated to providing open access to the most exhilerating new music by emerging sonic innovators from across the Northeast. Artist TBA – check website for updated info. 7pm. FREE. The Daniel Arts Center, Simon’s Rock, 84 Alford Rd, Great Barrington, MA.
THEATER
THE LAST HURRAH OF THE CLEMENTINES at The Berkshire Fringe
Straight from our own backyard (Northampton, MA, that is) emerges the aggressively inventive and fabulously experimental company The Missoula Oblongata. With a dozen eggs, an original musical score by the Seattle band TV Coahran, and an aquarium full of while yarn, The Last Hurrah of the Clementines is an unpredictable evening of crafted madness, eerie melodies and home-grown delights. 8pm. $15. The Daniel Arts Center, Simon’s Rock, 84 Alford Rd, Great Barrington, MA. For more information, call (413) 320-4175 or visit www.berkshirefringe.org
For more information, call (413) 320-4175 or visit www.berkshirefringe.org.