Happening this Week
TIMES FLIES AND OTHER COMEDIES BY DAVID IVES
July 5th - 27th, Days and times vary
This play is more of a trip inside the hilarious world of America’s foremost comedic playwright, David Ives, who has been described as “wizardly…magical and funny…a master of language” by The New York Times. With the hilarious Debra Jo Rupp and Jeff McCarthy on stage, it will be an evening filled with some of the funniest actors performing some of the funniest short plays ever written. $15-50.
St. Germain Stage. 36 Linden Street. Pittsfield MA. 413.236.8888.
ROAN YELLOWTHORN: ROCK LEGACY
July 5th, Friday, 8PM
Roan Yellowthorn front woman Jackie McLean, daughter of Don McLean, together with producer and multi-instrumentalist Shawn Strack, delivers ethereal indie rock songs with a singer/songwriter heart. Audiences find themselves singing-along to the catchy melodies while simultaneously becoming immersed in the story behind each song. With their arresting sound, innovative collaborative process, and undeniable talent, Roan Yellowthorn is poised to be one of the most compelling acts of their generation. $25 Members, $20 Nonmembers.
The Guthrie Center. 2 Van Deusenville Road. Great Barrington MA. 413.528.1955.
While in Great Barrington discover our favorite things!
BIDWELL COUNTRY FAIR: THROWBACK THRILLS
July 6th, Saturday, 1 - 4PM
This annual country fair is a true throwback complete with live music, portrayals of historical figures, a pie baking contest and old-fashioned crafts. You can dance to the festive jigs, reels and waltzes being played live under the tent, talk to the Quaker Refugees and their baggage (an unfortunate 18th century war term for women and children) or learn historic techniques of spinning, blacksmithing and stone carving. Back by popular demand is the Pie Baking Contest which will be judged by a panel of local standout chefs, and, last but not least, this year’s event will include a tag sale! Free.
Bidwell House Museum. 100 Art School Road. Monterey MA. 413.528.6888
While in Monterey discover our favorite things!
SUPERTONE 2019: ROCK FOR ALL
July 6th, Saturday, 3PM - Midnight
The 3rd Supertone Music Festival showcases what is vibrant and original in rock, roots and honky-tonk music on a technicolor stage for a diverse tribute-corner audience. From the hardest in rock to the most tender of roots and country, those with broad and gritty tastes will enjoy show, food trucks, craft vendors, kids’ entertainment and more at the incredible Basilica Hudson venue—a reclaimed 1880s factory right on the waterfront.
$35 - 50.
Basilica Hudson. 110 South Front Street. Hudson NY. 518.822.1050.
JOHN SIMON: TRUTH, LIES AND HEARSAY
July 6th, Saturday, 8 -10PM
Legendary music producer John Simon put his stamp on some of the greatest albums ever recorded, from The Band’s Music from Big Pink to Janis Joplin’s Cheap Thrills to Leonard Cohen’s early records. He’ll be performing at Mass MoCA playing songs and telling stories from his book Truth, Lies & Hearsay: A Memoir of a Musical Life in and out of Rock and Roll. $18 – $44
Mass MoCA. 1040 Mass MoCA Way. North Adams MA. 413.662.2111.