Colonial Theater's Offerings in 2008

At Hampton Terrace Bed and Breakfast in Lenox, we know that some people like to come to our place and just hang around.   No problem.  We have fireplaces, porches, multiple public areas and a heated pool.   But more are looking to experience the Berkshires…and I am proud to say that our area is an embarassment of riches.   There are many theater options..but one of the don't miss ones is the chance to see the newly renovated Colonial Theater in Pittsfield.   Amazing.  At the turn of the century, Pittsfield was one of those affluent towns that could have grown to 500,000 people, or could have stayed at 35,000.   It stayed at 35,000….but that is not bad, because the architecture that it displays for a town its size is head-turning.   The Colonial Theater, once of those opulent opera-house type stages that hosted every notable actor and actress in its day, fell upon hard times and spent 40+ years showing B movies or being just empty.   Several not-for-profit attempts to restore it had failed starts…but ultimately, when the time was right, a sincere public/private partnership put it back into service.   And it is magnificent.   They are trying to do programming that complements the current offerings of the Berkshires, appealing to the "in-season" visitors, the year-round second homeowners and most importantly the "locals."    Pick a show at the Colonial…and stay at Hampton Terrace!   For a complete listing of their 2008 Season go to www.thecolonialtheatre.org.