October 11, 2025

Berkshire Theatre Group Partners with The Trustees for Fall Collaboration

Stockbridge, Massachusetts, October 11, 2025

News Summary

This fall, Berkshire Theatre Group (BTG) has joined forces with The Trustees of Reservations to create a cultural collaboration that links its production of ‘Metamorphoses’ with The Incredible Naumkeag Pumpkin Show. Ticket holders for the theater production can access discounted tickets for the Pumpkin Show, enhancing the experience of local arts and seasonal attractions. This partnership not only celebrates artistic synergy but also promotes New England’s cultural heritage, with plans for a winter collaboration on ‘A Christmas Carol’ and upcoming productions in the region.

Stockbridge, Massachusetts — A seasonal cultural collaboration between two local institutions this fall connected live theater with a regional autumn attraction and offered discounted access for theatergoers.

Key details

Berkshire Theatre Group (BTG) and The Trustees of Reservations partnered this fall. The collaboration connects BTG’s production of Metamorphoses at the Unicorn Theatre with The Incredible Naumkeag Pumpkin Show 2025 in Stockbridge. Ticket holders for Metamorphoses received exclusive access to discounted admission for The Incredible Naumkeag Pumpkin Show, with theater patrons offered $20 tickets for the Pumpkin Show, a reduction from standard prices of $25 on weekdays and $30 on weekends.

What the production and partnership highlight

Mary Zimmerman’s Metamorphoses brings classical myths to life with striking visuals and poetic storytelling. The themes of love, loss, and transformation in Metamorphoses reflect the mystery of the Halloween season. The partnership exemplifies BTG and The Trustees’ shared mission to merge performing arts with New England’s cultural heritage.

Support and follow-up collaborations

BTG and The Trustees plan to continue their collaboration with a winter partnership linking BTG’s A Christmas Carol with The Trustees’ Winterlights event. Tickets for BTG productions can be purchased at berkshiretheatregroup.org or by calling 413-997-4444.

Related regional theater season and tours

Other upcoming productions mentioned include ‘Cats: The Jellicle Ball’ beginning previews on March 18, 2026, and opening on April 7, 2026, at the Broadhurst Theatre. ‘Cats: The Jellicle Ball’ features an immersive competition format with ballroom and club beats. The cast includes Tony winner André De Shields, among others.

Lexus Broadway in Boston announced its 2025-2026 season featuring musicals such as ‘Mrs. Doubtfire,’ ‘The Sound of Music,’ and ‘Hamilton.’ Shows will be held at various venues, mainly the Citizens Opera House and Emerson Colonial Theatre. Premium subscription packages offer benefits like priority seating and access to VIP lounges during intermissions.

Current productions at nearby venues

The Tony Award-winning musical ‘Parade’ is currently running at Emerson Colonial Theatre, telling a true story of injustice from the early 1900s. Lead actress Talia Suskauer plays Lucille Frank, with themes of antisemitism and racism relevant to contemporary issues. ‘Parade’ will run at Emerson Colonial Theater until Sunday, March 23, 2026.

Practical information for audiences

Discounted Pumpkin Show tickets were made available to holders of Metamorphoses tickets at $20 during the promotional period.
Standard Pumpkin Show admission was listed at $25 on weekdays and $30 on weekends.
BTG ticket purchases can be completed online at berkshiretheatregroup.org or by phone at 413-997-4444.
Season and venue details for regional touring shows and subscriptions were announced by Lexus Broadway in Boston for 2025-2026.

Background

This collaboration follows a trend among cultural institutions to create cross-promotional events that link performing arts with local cultural and seasonal attractions. The effort brought together a theater production rooted in myth and transformation with a seasonal exhibition that draws local and regional visitors to Stockbridge each autumn.

FAQ

What partnership occurred this fall?: Berkshire Theatre Group (BTG) and The Trustees of Reservations partnered this fall.
What did the collaboration connect?: The collaboration connects BTG’s production of “Metamorphoses” at the Unicorn Theatre with The Incredible Naumkeag Pumpkin Show 2025 in Stockbridge.
How is “Metamorphoses” described?: Mary Zimmerman’s “Metamorphoses” brings classical myths to life with striking visuals and poetic storytelling.
What themes does “Metamorphoses” explore?: The themes of love, loss, and transformation in “Metamorphoses” reflect the mystery of the Halloween season.
Did theater ticket holders receive any benefit for the Pumpkin Show?: Ticket holders for “Metamorphoses” received exclusive access to discounted admission for The Incredible Naumkeag Pumpkin Show.
What were the discounted and standard Pumpkin Show prices mentioned?: Theater patrons were offered $20 tickets for the Pumpkin Show, a reduction from standard prices of $25 on weekdays and $30 on weekends.
What future collaboration is planned?: BTG and The Trustees plan to continue their collaboration with a winter partnership linking BTG’s “A Christmas Carol” with The Trustees’ Winterlights event.
How can tickets for BTG productions be bought?: Tickets for BTG productions can be purchased at berkshiretheatregroup.org or by calling 413-997-4444.
What other productions and dates were mentioned?: Other upcoming productions mentioned include “Cats: The Jellicle Ball” beginning previews on March 18, 2026, and opening on April 7, 2026, at the Broadhurst Theatre.
How is “Cats: The Jellicle Ball” characterized?: “Cats: The Jellicle Ball” features an immersive competition format with ballroom and club beats.
Who is named in the cast?: The cast includes Tony winner André De Shields, among others.
What season did Lexus Broadway in Boston announce?: Lexus Broadway in Boston announced its 2025-2026 season featuring musicals such as “Mrs. Doubtfire,” “The Sound of Music,” and “Hamilton.”
Where will shows be held?: Shows will be held at various venues, mainly the Citizens Opera House and Emerson Colonial Theatre.
What subscription benefits were noted?: Premium subscription packages offer benefits like priority seating and access to VIP lounges during intermissions.
What is the status of “Parade”?: The Tony Award-winning musical “Parade” is currently running at Emerson Colonial Theatre, telling a true story of injustice from the early 1900s.
Who plays Lucille Frank and what themes are noted?: Lead actress Talia Suskauer plays Lucille Frank, with themes of antisemitism and racism relevant to contemporary issues.
Until when will “Parade” run at Emerson Colonial Theater?: “Parade” will run at Emerson Colonial Theater until Sunday, March 23, 2026.

Quick reference table

Item	Detail
Partnership	Berkshire Theatre Group (BTG) and The Trustees of Reservations partnered this fall.
Connected events	BTG’s Metamorphoses at the Unicorn Theatre and The Incredible Naumkeag Pumpkin Show 2025 in Stockbridge
Discounted Pumpkin Show ticket	$20 (reduction from $25 weekdays / $30 weekends)
Winter partnership planned	BTG’s A Christmas Carol with The Trustees’ Winterlights
BTG ticket purchase	berkshiretheatregroup.org or 413-997-4444
‘Cats: The Jellicle Ball’	Previews begin March 18, 2026; opening April 7, 2026 at Broadhurst Theatre
‘Parade’ run	At Emerson Colonial Theatre until Sunday, March 23, 2026

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