Happening this Week

METAMORPHOSES: MYTHOLOGY MEETS THE MODERN ERA
Now through October 24th, days and times vary
Mary Zimmerman’s Metamorphoses, winner of the Drama Desk Award and a Tony Award nominee, dives headfirst into the thrilling, sometimes terrifying world of Greek and Roman mythology. From King Midas’ golden curse to the heartbreaking journey of Orpheus and Eurydice, these iconic myths are reimagined with bold theatricality and a visually stunning set—featuring a central pool of water where gods descend, lovers vanish and mortals are forever changed. Packed with passion, revenge, hubris and heartbreak, Metamorphoses is a gripping night of theatre that proves that ancient myths still burn with relevance. Starting at $65.
The Unicorn Theatre. 6 East Street. Stockbridge MA. 413.997.4444.
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PHOTOGRAPHY IN FALL: CAPTURING COLOR
October 18th, Saturday, 1PM - 3PM
Spend an afternoon photographing one of the most beautiful times of the year in the Berkshires. "Leaf Peeping" will become an art as it's paired with your photographic skill set. Join local professional photographer Thaddeus B. Kubis, with the camera system of your choice, as you walk on idyllic trails creating fall color-based landscape photographs. $50.
Canoe Meadows Wildlife Sanctuary. Holmes Road. Pittsfield MA. 413.298.5252.
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CLAY WAY STUDIO TOUR: A LOOK INSIDE
October 18th & 19th, Saturday & Sunday, 10AM - 5PM
Enjoy this unique opportunity for tours of the great clay studios in western Connecticut and beyond. The annual Clay Way Artist Studio Tour is a self-guided one. Nine local potters will open their studios to the public. There will also be special guests at each of the studios so you will be able to see the distinct styles, techniques and approaches from 25 different artists. Free.
Locations in Wingdale NY and Litchfield County
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THE SOUTH’S BREATH: LATIN AMERICAN INSTRUMENTS
October 18th & 19th, Saturday & Sunday, 4PM
South America’s Colonial music was characterized by a profound fusion of indigenous, European and African musical elements, combined to create new sounds and styles. Featured in a unique ensemble with Andean and traditional classical instruments, Crescendo Music will present transcriptions and arrangements of early compositions and folk themes of the New World to contemporary fusion of Andean and European music. $15 - $80.
Saturday: Saint James Place. 352 Main Street. Great Barrington MA. 413.528.1996
Sunday: Trinity Church. 484 Lime Rock Road. Lakeville CT.
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JESS ZAFARRIS: USELESS ETYMOLOGY
October 23rd, Thursday, 6:30PM
The English language can be pretty bonkers. But through thorough thought and a pinch of curiosity, method can be found within the madness of our modern tongue—even within the disparate pronunciation of the words "through," "thorough," and "thought." Jess Zafarris’ Useless Etymology takes readers on a time-traveling adventure to unlock the beauty, wonder and absurdity within our everyday words, how they came to be and the unexpected ways their origins weave a global, cross-cultural labyrinth of meaning.
Filled with fun facts and delightful discoveries, this is an enlightening read for anyone who is curious about why the English language works. Free.
Kent Memorial Library 32 North Main Street Kent CT 06757 860.927.3761
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