Irving Berlin’s White Christmas, The Musical at Colonial Theatre

The Colonial Theater presents Irving Berlin’s White Christmas, The Musical, from December 2 – December 23.

The Colonial Theater presents Irving Berlin’s White Christmas, The Musical, from December 2 – December 23.

Join the Berkshire Theatre Group this holiday season when they transform The Colonial into a snow globe come to life and welcome back Director Gregg Edelman (BTG: Coming Back Like A SongConstellationsArsenic and Old Lace), Music Director Ross Patterson (BTG: Coming Back Like A Song) and Choreographer Gerry McIntyre (BTG: Nina Simone: Four Women, Godspell) as we celebrate the season staging the must-see spectacular, White Christmas!

Irving Berlin’s White Christmas is a timeless tale of joy and goodwill about a song-and-dance team putting on a show in a magical Vermont inn and falling for a stunning sister act in the process. Full of dancing, laughter and some of the greatest songs ever written, the dazzling score features, “Blue Skies,” “I Love a Piano,” “How Deep is the Ocean?,” ”Count Your Blessings” and of course the unforgettable title song, “White Christmas.” Give everyone the gift they’re dreaming of with this merry and bright holiday musical.

Based upon the Paramount Pictures Film written for the Screen by Norman Krasna, Norman Panama and Melvin Frank
music and lyrics by Irving Berlin
book by David Ives and Paul Blake

directed by Gregg Edelman
music direction by Ross Patterson
choreography by Gerry McIntyre and Bryan Hunt

scenic design by Randall Parsons
costume design by Elivia Bovenzi-Blitz
lighting design by Matthew E. Adelson
sound design by Nathan Leigh
wig design by Mary Schilling-Martin

stage manager Jason Weixelman
assistant stage manager Taylor Meszaros
production assistant Caroline Stamm

Proof of COVID-19 vaccination is required for this performance.
Masks are mandatory for all patrons regardless of age (unless eating or drinking in specified areas).

DATE/TIMEThursday, December 2 – Tuesday, December 23, 2021 / 2pm Matinees & 7pm Evening
Click here for full schedule

TICKETSAdult: $59, Child (16 and Under): $29
To purchase, visit www.berkshiretheatregroup.org

LOCATIONThe Colonial Theatre
111 South Street
Pittsfield, MA 01201

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New Lebanon Library, Make A Wreath Workshop Fundraiser

The New Lebanon Library is hosting a Wreath Making Workshop Fundraiser on Friday, December 3rd.

The New Lebanon Library is hosting a Wreath Making Workshop Fundraiser on Friday, December 3rd.

Join the Friends of the New Lebanon Library for a festive wreath-making event! Enjoy cider and sweets while making your own 18-inch wreath. All proceeds to benefit the New Lebanon Library. 

DATE/TIME: Friday, December 3, 2021 / 6:30 – 8:30pm

COST: $30 (space limited to 20 people)
Tickets available here

LOCATION: New Lebanon Library
550 State Route 20
New Lebanon, NY 12125

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NewLebanonLibrary.org
facebook.com/NewLebanonLibrary
instagram.com/newlebanonlibrary

Phone: 518-794-8844
Email: leb@taconic.net

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Hudson Winter Walk 25th Anniversary, Dec 4 2021

Hudson Hall announces the 25th Anniversary of Winter Walk on Saturday, December 4 2021!

winter walk 2017
Winter Walk 2017. Photo by Jeff McKinney

Hudson Hall announces the 25th Anniversary of Winter Walk on Saturday, December 4, 2021!

Hudson’s most beloved celebration returns to its street-festival format with a focus on attractions that can be safely enjoyed by people of all ages and abilities. Your favorite acts will be back, including roving costumed characters, street performers, carolers, horse-and-carriage rides, and a fireworks display at 8pm.

We also welcome the winners of the Winter Walk 25th Anniversary Artist Grant Program to the lineup. The $15,000 in awarded grant funds gives artists and creative teams – among them dancers, musicians, poets, circus performers, environmental educators, puppeteers and more – financial support to help create work that will be featured at the December 4th event.

Winter Walk 2021 focuses on outdoor attractions that can be safely enjoyed by people of all ages and abilities. The lineup of performers and attractions include:

Sax-o-Claus
Sean the Prankster 
Crazy Christine Balloons
Roger the Jester
Holly, Andy & Ivy
Orcapelicans
Circus Theatricks with Sean Fagan
Acadia Otlowski
Key of Q
Horse and Carriage Rides
Holiday Tree at 7th Street Park (Thanks to Friends of the Park)
Menorah Lighting Ceremony
Santa via Zoom (by reservation in the weeks leading up to Winter Walk)
Fireworks display from the Hudson River
(More to be announced!)
As always – but especially this year – the success of Winter Walk will be thanks to the participation of our community and local businesses. 

 

 

DATE/TIME: Saturday, December 4, 2021 / 5 – 8pm

LOCATIONCity of Hudson

MORE:
HudsonHall.org
instagram.com/hudsonhallny

 

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Hudson Brewing Company St Patrick’s Day Party, Mar 17

Hudson Brewing Company is throwing a St. Patrick’s Day party on the 17th.

Hudson Brewing Company is throwing a St. Patrick’s Day party on the 17th. Let the Shenanigans Begin! Throw some green on and join Hudson Brewing Co. for a St. Patrick’s Day Celebration with corned beef & cabbage, beers, specialty cocktails and music.

“Your Green is Showing” Lemon/Lime Kettle Sour 5%

Reservations Recommended
*Social Distancing and Masks Required

DATE/TIME: Wednesday, March 17, 2021 / 6pm

LOCATIONHudson Brewing Company
99 South 3rd Street
Hudson, NY 12534

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facebook.com/hudsonbrewingco

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St. Patrick’s Day Crafternoon at Copake Country Club, Mar 13

Grab your luckiest leprechaun friends and join The Copake Country Club for a fun filled afternoon with crafts and drinks! 

Grab your luckiest leprechaun friends and join The Copake Country Club for a fun filled afternoon with crafts and drinks! Local Art Instructor Katie Dierkes will lead you through making an awesome home decor project, while enjoying a flight of beer!

Option to also order lunch before or after the class.  Tables will be spaced apart and masks will be required any time you’re not sitting at your table.  Let The Greens know if you’d like to be seated near a friend or on your own.

DATE/TIME: Saturday, March 13, 2021 / 1pm – 3pm

COST: $35 per person
Includes all materials, instructions, project to take home and tasting flight of 4 craft brews

LOCATION: The Greens Restaurant at Copake Country Club
44 Golf Course Rd,
Craryville, New York 12521

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www.thegreensatcopake.com
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