The Adams Theater: 'Gettin' It Together: dysFUNKcrew Turns Ten'

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ADAMS, Mass. — The Adams Theater announced the upcoming performance, "Gettin' It Together: dysFUNKcrew Turns Ten!" on Saturday, June 4 at 2 p.m. 
 
DysFUNKcrew, the Berkshire County dance crew, is celebrating its 10th anniversary with a dance performance featuring dancers from Berkshire Dance Theatre.
 
According to a press release:
 
Since its formation in February 2013, dysFUNKcrew has wowed audiences with its eclectic blend of dance styles, including hip-hop, modern, ballet, bellydancing, and step. The group, consisting of Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts alumni, is committed to giving back to the community that it loves by showcasing its skills and talents.
 
The dance troupe will showcase some of its choreography from the past decade while commemorating the friendships and bonds that were formed during their college days. Berkshire Dance Theatre, a non-profit organization that supports the advancement of dance and other performing arts, will be joining the celebration. 
 
Tickets for the show start at $11.99 and can be purchased at www.adamstheater.org.
 
In-Person Box Office Hours: The theater is holding new in-person box office hours for community members who would like to buy tickets. Box office hours will take place Wednesdays and Thursdays from noon to 6 p.m. at 27 Park Street.
 
Buy a ticket, give a ticket: All local students 17 and under can attend at least one Adams Theater show for FREE with pre-registration (email info@adamstheater.org). Theater patrons can help pay it forward by purchasing a Community Ticket in addition to their own. 
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Adams Free Library Pastel Painting Workshops

ADAMS, Mass. — Award-winning pastel artist Gregory Maichack will present three separate pastel painting workshops for adults and teens 16+, to be hosted by the Adams Free Library. 
 
Wednesday, April 24 The Sunflower; Wednesday, May 8 Jimson Weed; and Thursday, May 23 Calla Turned Away from 10:00 a.m. to noon.  
 
Registration is required for each event.  Library events are free and open to the public.
 
These programs are funded by a Festivals and Projects grant of the Massachusetts Cultural Council.
 
This workshop is designed for participants of all skill levels, from beginner to advanced. Attendees will create a personalized, original pastel painting based on Georgia O’Keefe’s beautiful pastel renditions of The Sunflower, Jimson Weed and Calla Turned Away. All materials will be supplied. Seating may fill quickly, so please call 413-743-8345 to register for these free classes.
 
Maichack is an award-winning portraitist and painter working primarily in pastels living in the Berkshires. He has taught as a member of the faculty of the Museum School in Springfield, as well as at Greenfield and Holyoke Community College, Westfield State, and the Boston Museum of Fine Arts.
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