Summer Theater, Live Music, and More in the Berkshires

April 26, 2024
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The Perfect Accommodations for Your Trip to the Berkshires

The Inn at Stockbridge is the ideal location for couples seeking comfortable accommodations for trips to the Berkshires. Visitors seeking the world renowned performances at Tanglewood, Barrington Stage Company, and more enjoy short-term and extended stays at our conveniently located property. The Inn at Stockbridge is a family-run bed & breakfast that serves homemade meals in our dining room every morning and features gorgeously renovated guest rooms in our Georgian mansion, barn, and guest houses. Our acres of grass, playroom, and stunning pool create a safe landscape for children and pets to play. The Inn at Stockbridge is surrounded by all the shopping, museums, and activities that the Berkshires have to offer, so you can pack your theater weekend with all the excursions you and your family can dream of.

We are proudly kid and pet-friendly, family-run, and family-owned. We look forward to spending a summer of theater, art, and nature with you and your loved ones!

Check out some of the local offerings for the summer 2024 Berkshire theater season below.

Berkshire Theater Group

Prepare for a fantastic summer of performances from the Berkshire Theater Group! The 2024 season features:

  • Disney’s Frozen Jr.
  • 4000 miles
  • Abe Lincoln in Illinois
  • Mel Brooks’ Young Frankenstein
  • Rodgers and Hammerstein’s Pipe Dream
  • The Weir

Other performances by the Berkshire Theater Group this season include music and plays for and by children, including Disney’s Frozen Jr. the weekend of April 19th and Terry A La Berry in April and May. The Marcus Roberts trio, Paula Poundstone, the Music of Mancini, and Pink Floyd’s The Wall round out the schedule for the season. Performances take place at the Colonial Theater in Pittsfield, Massachusetts, a scenic 17 minute drive from the Inn at Stockbridge. Our elegant rooms provide the perfect accommodations for visitors to the Berkshire Theater Group and Colonial Theater.

Berkshire Theatre Group
Photo Credit: Berkshire Theatre Group

Shakespeare & Company

Shakespeare & Company is kicking off the 2024 season with A Midsummer Night’s Dream from April 17-April 20. Highlights for this summer include:

  • Outdoor performances of A Body of Water from June 21-July 21
  • Shake it Up: A Shakespeare Cabaret from July 2-July 7
  • The Comedy of Errors from July 13-August 18
  • The world premier of The Islanders from July 25-August 25
  • The regional premier of Flight of the Monarch from August 3-25
  • Outdoor performances of The Winter’s Tale (An Enhanced Stage Reading) August 21-25
  • Outdoor performances of Three Tall Persian Women August 30-October 15

Shakespeare & Company operates a 33-acre campus of theaters and performance spaces in Lenox, Massachusetts, a quick and scenic 7-minute drive from the Inn at Stockbridge. Performances take place at the Tina Packer Playhouse, the Roman Garden Theater, the Arthur S. Waldstein amphitheater, and the Elayne P. Bernstein theater. The Inn at Stockbridge is a charming bed & breakfast that provides the most comfortable and convenient choices for lodging and accommodations near the Shakespeare & Company campus.

Shakespeare & Company
Photo Credit: Berkshire Film and Media Collaborative

Barrington Stage Company

The Barrington Stage Company has an exciting schedule of summer 2024 performances, including:

  • La Cage Aux Folles June 11-July 6 – Boyd-Quinson Stage
  • A Tender Thing June 25-July 20 – St. Germain Stage
  • Boeing Boeing July 17-August 3 – Boyd-Quinson Stage
  • Forgiveness July 30-August 25 – St. Germain Stage
  • Next to Normal August 13-September 8 – Boyd-Quinson Stage
  • Primary Trust September 18-October 13 – St. Germain Stage

The Barrington Stage Company performances take place in Pittsfield, Massachusetts, a short and scenic 20-minute drive from the Inn at Stockbridge. The Inn at Stockbridge provides pleasant, homey accommodations and lodging near the Barrington Stage Company, including daily home-cooked breakfasts, kid-friendly amenities, and pet-friendly rooms.

Barrington Stage Company
Photo Credit: Barrington Stage Company

Jacob’s Pillow

Jacob’s Pillow is a dance performance center and school located in Becket, Massachusetts. This June, ticketed performances include:

  • Les Ballets Trockadero de Monte Carlo June 26-June 30 – Ted Shawn Theatre
  • Shawn L. Stevens and Friends June 26 – Henry J. Leir Stage
  • M.A.D.D. Rhythms June 27-June 28 – Henry J. Leir Stage
  • The School at Jacob’s Pillow Contemporary Ballet Performance Ensemble June 29 – Henry J. Leir Stage
  • Check back in May & June for the July & August schedules!

The Jacob’s pillow stages are located in Becket, Massachusetts, a lovely 20-minute drive from The Inn at Stockbridge. We offer stunningly renovated rooms on our beautiful property, which features 6 scenic acres, a pool, homemade breakfast, and kid-friendly and pet-friendly accommodations and amenities.

Jacob's Pillow
Photo Credit: Jacob’s Pillow

Tanglewood

The Inn at Stockbridge is the ideal location for couples seeking comfortable accommodations for trips to the Berkshires. We are so excited to welcome visitors seeking the world renowned performances at Tanglewood this summer. Upcoming performances include:

  • John Fogerty: The Celebration Tour – Thursday, June 20 7PM
  • Roger Daltrey – Saturday, June 22 7PM
  • Kool & The Gang and En Vogue – Sunday, June 23 230PM
  • TLI Open Workshops: Techniques of String Quartet Performance – Wednesday, June 26 130PM
  • Boyz II Men – Thursday, June 27 7PM
  • Trey Anastasio with the Boston Pops – Saturday, June 29 7PM
  • Jon Batiste – Friday, June 28 7PM
  • TMC Vocal Recital – Saturday, June 29 7PM

Tanglewood performances take place at the Koussevitsky Music Shed, and workshops at the Studio E. Linde Center for Music and Learning, both located in Lenox/Stockbridge, Massachusetts. The Inn at Stockbridge is located a pleasant 10-minute drive from all Tanglewood performances. The Inn at Stockbridge provides ideal guest rooms and amenities for visitors to Tanglewood and features kid-friendly, pet-friendly, and accessible lodging.

Tanglewood Concerts
Photo Credit: Boston Symphony Orchestra

The Inn at Stockbridge

The Inn at Stockbridge is a family-owned and run bed & breakfast in the Berkshires, conveniently located right in the heart of our thriving theater, music, and dance performance communities. We offer a more personal, charming alternative to standard hotel rooms, and feature renovated rooms, a pool, 6 stunning acres, home cooked breakfasts daily, and children’s amenities, toys, and even a playroom. We welcome dogs and families and look forward to meeting you this summer in the Berkshires!

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Nestled in the Berkshires, The Inn at Stockbridge offers a unique blend of historical elegance and modern comfort. Managed by innkeepers Gary and Nicole, it's a tranquil retreat known for its spacious suites, delicious breakfasts, and beautiful grounds. Perfect for relaxation and connection.

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