$5 for members, $10 for non-members.

On a chilly night in the middle of America, Will Arbery’s haunting play offers grace and disarming clarity, speaking to the heart of a country at war with itself.

$15 / $10 for Members

Cliff Eberhardt knew by age seven that he was going to be a singer and songwriter. Growing up in Berwyn, Pennsylvania, he and his brothers sang together and their parents played instruments. His dad introduced him to the guitar and he quickly taught himself to play.

In 2021, Cliff released "Knew Things" - a new album of original songs that includes a few from The Heal. The album reached #4 on the Folk Alliance International's Folk Radio Chart in June 2021. Don’t miss this wonderful performance!

Free and open to the public. Rain or Shine. Donations Welcome

$5 for members, $10 for non-members.

“The Child Within” Join us in our Art Lounge for this intimate 4 person group showing of artwork that celebrates the child artist inside all of us. On display through June 9th.

Featuring works by: Morris Bennett, Ilene Spiewak, Sally Tiska Rice, and Sean McCusker.

Closing Reception: Sunday, June 9th 2-4 p.m.

Free and open to the public

$5 for members, $10 for non-members.

Cliff Eberhardt is well-known as a songwriting teacher all over the U.S. at songwriting camps and private lessons. He also produces, arranges and advises on other artist's recordings. He tours constantly.

Join Cliff for a songwriting workshop. Bring an instrument, pen and paper and some creativity.

$25/ Person Free for Students 14-18

$5 for members, $10 for non-members.

We welcome you to view and enjoy this juried art show that explores wood as an art medium. On display through June 23rd. This project is supported by a grant from Mass Cultural Council.

Closing Reception: Sunday, June 23rd 2-4 p.m.

Free and Open to the public.

A year after his outrageous one-man variety show, “THE SHOW,” created exclusively for the Becket Arts Center, the multitalented Douglas Williams returns with “ANOTHER SHOW,” showcasing his panoply of hilarious oddball characters, his musical skills, and his delight for the absurd.

BAC is offering drop-in classes in improvisation this summer. Take all 6- there is a method to this madness and a progression- or just pop in to spontaneously combust into laughter, occasional tears or a combination of both. The emphasis will be on listening, spontaneity and building narrative through improv games, exercises, scenes and storytelling. No prior improvisation training is necessary. Come as you are in loose comfortable clothing and bring your enthusiasm and a willingness to say, “Yes!”.

Ken Cheeseman is a former Senior Artist in Residence at Emerson College and is currently a guest lecturer at Columbia University for the Obama Foundation and the Social Impact Fellowship. His improvisation background begins with his training at the Trinity Rep Conservatory under Larry Arrick and Suzanne Shepherd, early members of the Compass Theater, which eventually became 2nd City. He was taught and mentored by Keith Johnstone, author of Impro and Improv for Storytellers for over 20 years. He was greatly influenced by his close friend and director, Andrei Belgrader and Kristin Linklater, author of Freeing the Natural Voice.

Paula Langton is an actor and a teacher with over 30 years experience. She is Professor Emeritus at Boston University and served as Head of the BFA Acting Program. Paula is a Certified Linklater VoiceTeacher and she studied and was mentored by the world renowned teacher of Improvisation - Keith Johnstone. Other teaching credits include: Emerson College, World Economic Forum- Columbia University, Trinity Rep Conservatory, MIT,  UMass, Wheaton College,  Shakespeare & Company, Teatro Ecologico in Stromboli, Italy, UniArts Theatre Academy - Helsinki and Kristin Linklater Voice Center in Orkney, Scotland. 

Latin artist "Jose Gonzalez and Criollo Clasico Trio" are one of the most eclectic Caribbean Musical ensembles touring today. Guitarist/Cuatro player/composer Jose Gonzalez is one of Puerto Rico's premier musicians with 20 CD recordings and hundreds of performances with Symphony Orchestras and major Latin artists (Libertad Lamarqure, Sandro, Braulio). A major performer/composer of the islands national instrument, (the Cuatro), he has been music director for Puerto Rico's top artists (Giovanni Hidalgo, Danny Rivera, El Topo, Roy Brown). Jose has participated as invited artist with the Hartford and Puerto Rico Symphony Orchestras as well as the Bronx Arts Ensemble, New Jersey Chamber Music Society, Heineken Jazz Jam Series and the World Guitar Festival among many others. He is featured artist on four Putumayo World Music compilations. His latest CD “Caribe Festivo” with his new Latin band "BANDA CRIOLLA" is a non stop high energy Latin Dance Party!

Free and open to the public. Rain or Shine. Donations Welcome

“The Child Within” Closing Reception - Join us as we conclude this one of a kind exhibit that celebrates the child artist inside all of us.

Featuring works by: Morris Bennett, Ilene Spiewak, Sally Tiska Rice, and Sean McCusker.

BAC is offering drop-in classes in improvisation this summer. Take all 6- there is a method to this madness and a progression- or just pop in to spontaneously combust into laughter, occasional tears or a combination of both. The emphasis will be on listening, spontaneity and building narrative through improv games, exercises, scenes and storytelling. No prior improvisation training is necessary. Come as you are in loose comfortable clothing and bring your enthusiasm and a willingness to say, “Yes!”.

Ken Cheeseman is a former Senior Artist in Residence at Emerson College and is currently a guest lecturer at Columbia University for the Obama Foundation and the Social Impact Fellowship. His improvisation background begins with his training at the Trinity Rep Conservatory under Larry Arrick and Suzanne Shepherd, early members of the Compass Theater, which eventually became 2nd City. He was taught and mentored by Keith Johnstone, author of Impro and Improv for Storytellers for over 20 years. He was greatly influenced by his close friend and director, Andrei Belgrader and Kristin Linklater, author of Freeing the Natural Voice.

Paula Langton is an actor and a teacher with over 30 years experience. She is Professor Emeritus at Boston University and served as Head of the BFA Acting Program. Paula is a Certified Linklater VoiceTeacher and she studied and was mentored by the world renowned teacher of Improvisation - Keith Johnstone. Other teaching credits include: Emerson College, World Economic Forum- Columbia University, Trinity Rep Conservatory, MIT,  UMass, Wheaton College,  Shakespeare & Company, Teatro Ecologico in Stromboli, Italy, UniArts Theatre Academy - Helsinki and Kristin Linklater Voice Center in Orkney, Scotland. 

“The Art of Weaving”

Angelia “Angie” Babbs is legally blind and hearing impaired. She relies on her sense of touch to learn about her environment. She has resided at Laurel Ridge Senior Living Residence, for the past 11 years. 

“The art of weaving is a timeless craft that not only allows me to create a beautiful work of art, but it also has many psychological and therapeutic benefits. Weaving classes provide a safe social setting for me to express my creativity and learn new skills. It engages the mind while promoting individuality and choice, which is very beneficial to me. It also allows me to make my own creative choices. After learning a new skill and working on it persistently, the joy I feel when the piece of art is completed is a great form of validation and reinforces a sense of purpose in my life.”

Sure to be a delight, come and view this unique art exhibit by the ever talented Bill Wurtzel.

Closing Reception & Slide Presentation of “Fungi Art & Facts”: Sunday, July 7th 2-4 p.m.

Free and open to the public

BAC is offering drop-in classes in improvisation this summer. Take all 6- there is a method to this madness and a progression- or just pop in to spontaneously combust into laughter, occasional tears or a combination of both. The emphasis will be on listening, spontaneity and building narrative through improv games, exercises, scenes and storytelling. No prior improvisation training is necessary. Come as you are in loose comfortable clothing and bring your enthusiasm and a willingness to say, “Yes!”.

Ken Cheeseman is a former Senior Artist in Residence at Emerson College and is currently a guest lecturer at Columbia University for the Obama Foundation and the Social Impact Fellowship. His improvisation background begins with his training at the Trinity Rep Conservatory under Larry Arrick and Suzanne Shepherd, early members of the Compass Theater, which eventually became 2nd City. He was taught and mentored by Keith Johnstone, author of Impro and Improv for Storytellers for over 20 years. He was greatly influenced by his close friend and director, Andrei Belgrader and Kristin Linklater, author of Freeing the Natural Voice.

Paula Langton is an actor and a teacher with over 30 years experience. She is Professor Emeritus at Boston University and served as Head of the BFA Acting Program. Paula is a Certified Linklater VoiceTeacher and she studied and was mentored by the world renowned teacher of Improvisation - Keith Johnstone. Other teaching credits include: Emerson College, World Economic Forum- Columbia University, Trinity Rep Conservatory, MIT,  UMass, Wheaton College,  Shakespeare & Company, Teatro Ecologico in Stromboli, Italy, UniArts Theatre Academy - Helsinki and Kristin Linklater Voice Center in Orkney, Scotland. 

Located on the grounds of the Becket Arts Center, Becket Athenaeum and Mullen House in historic North Becket.

The Becket Arts Center is excited to kick off the summer with its Arts & Crafts Marketplace on Saturday, June 22 from 10-4pm. We are seeking vendors, members of the Becket Arts Center as well as non-members, who want to share their talent with the greater Berkshire community.

Reserve your spot early! $35 Fee / $20 Member Fee

Kilashandra is an Irish Celtic-inspired jam band that mixes traditional and modern Irish music with twists of blues, rock and soul. Music ranging from the 1920's to today, Kilashandra offers a unique sound appealing to all types of music lovers. Bring a lawn chair, a picnic if you wish and enjoy the show!

Free and open to the public. Rain or shine. Donations Welcome

Join us as we conclude our special exhibit featuring Wood as an artistic medium.

Free and open to the public.

BAC is offering drop-in classes in improvisation this summer. Take all 6- there is a method to this madness and a progression- or just pop in to spontaneously combust into laughter, occasional tears or a combination of both. The emphasis will be on listening, spontaneity and building narrative through improv games, exercises, scenes and storytelling. No prior improvisation training is necessary. Come as you are in loose comfortable clothing and bring your enthusiasm and a willingness to say, “Yes!”.

Ken Cheeseman is a former Senior Artist in Residence at Emerson College and is currently a guest lecturer at Columbia University for the Obama Foundation and the Social Impact Fellowship. His improvisation background begins with his training at the Trinity Rep Conservatory under Larry Arrick and Suzanne Shepherd, early members of the Compass Theater, which eventually became 2nd City. He was taught and mentored by Keith Johnstone, author of Impro and Improv for Storytellers for over 20 years. He was greatly influenced by his close friend and director, Andrei Belgrader and Kristin Linklater, author of Freeing the Natural Voice.

Paula Langton is an actor and a teacher with over 30 years experience. She is Professor Emeritus at Boston University and served as Head of the BFA Acting Program. Paula is a Certified Linklater VoiceTeacher and she studied and was mentored by the world renowned teacher of Improvisation - Keith Johnstone. Other teaching credits include: Emerson College, World Economic Forum- Columbia University, Trinity Rep Conservatory, MIT,  UMass, Wheaton College,  Shakespeare & Company, Teatro Ecologico in Stromboli, Italy, UniArts Theatre Academy - Helsinki and Kristin Linklater Voice Center in Orkney, Scotland. 

BAC is offering drop-in classes in improvisation this summer. Take all 6- there is a method to this madness and a progression- or just pop in to spontaneously combust into laughter, occasional tears or a combination of both. The emphasis will be on listening, spontaneity and building narrative through improv games, exercises, scenes and storytelling. No prior improvisation training is necessary. Come as you are in loose comfortable clothing and bring your enthusiasm and a willingness to say, “Yes!”.

Ken Cheeseman is a former Senior Artist in Residence at Emerson College and is currently a guest lecturer at Columbia University for the Obama Foundation and the Social Impact Fellowship. His improvisation background begins with his training at the Trinity Rep Conservatory under Larry Arrick and Suzanne Shepherd, early members of the Compass Theater, which eventually became 2nd City. He was taught and mentored by Keith Johnstone, author of Impro and Improv for Storytellers for over 20 years. He was greatly influenced by his close friend and director, Andrei Belgrader and Kristin Linklater, author of Freeing the Natural Voice.

Paula Langton is an actor and a teacher with over 30 years experience. She is Professor Emeritus at Boston University and served as Head of the BFA Acting Program. Paula is a Certified Linklater VoiceTeacher and she studied and was mentored by the world renowned teacher of Improvisation - Keith Johnstone. Other teaching credits include: Emerson College, World Economic Forum- Columbia University, Trinity Rep Conservatory, MIT,  UMass, Wheaton College,  Shakespeare & Company, Teatro Ecologico in Stromboli, Italy, UniArts Theatre Academy - Helsinki and Kristin Linklater Voice Center in Orkney, Scotland. 

“Fungi Art and Facts” Bill Wurtzel will give a slide presentation to accompany his unique mushroom art prints. Beginning at 3 p.m.

"Fungi Art" by Bill Wurtzel Closing Reception - Join us as we conclude this one of a kind exhibit 2-4 p.m.

Free and open to the public.

BAC is offering drop-in classes in improvisation this summer. Take all 6- there is a method to this madness and a progression- or just pop in to spontaneously combust into laughter, occasional tears or a combination of both. The emphasis will be on listening, spontaneity and building narrative through improv games, exercises, scenes and storytelling. No prior improvisation training is necessary. Come as you are in loose comfortable clothing and bring your enthusiasm and a willingness to say, “Yes!”.

Ken Cheeseman is a former Senior Artist in Residence at Emerson College and is currently a guest lecturer at Columbia University for the Obama Foundation and the Social Impact Fellowship. His improvisation background begins with his training at the Trinity Rep Conservatory under Larry Arrick and Suzanne Shepherd, early members of the Compass Theater, which eventually became 2nd City. He was taught and mentored by Keith Johnstone, author of Impro and Improv for Storytellers for over 20 years. He was greatly influenced by his close friend and director, Andrei Belgrader and Kristin Linklater, author of Freeing the Natural Voice.

Paula Langton is an actor and a teacher with over 30 years experience. She is Professor Emeritus at Boston University and served as Head of the BFA Acting Program. Paula is a Certified Linklater VoiceTeacher and she studied and was mentored by the world renowned teacher of Improvisation - Keith Johnstone. Other teaching credits include: Emerson College, World Economic Forum- Columbia University, Trinity Rep Conservatory, MIT,  UMass, Wheaton College,  Shakespeare & Company, Teatro Ecologico in Stromboli, Italy, UniArts Theatre Academy - Helsinki and Kristin Linklater Voice Center in Orkney, Scotland. 

Join Sculptor Andrew DeVries to celebrate his 45th year as a sculptor at the Becket Art Center on July 11th from 5 to 6 pm for his presentation; A Legacy in Bronze!

Andrew will provide an entertaining hour of his journey through stories of trials and tribulations alongside successes with plenty of humor.

Andrew is known for his graceful depictions of dancers, he is also a master founder.  DeVries’ career spans 45 years and six continents, comprising of works in private collections and public installations in France, Italy, Ireland, Germany and Australia.

Asked what message he hopes to convey through his artworks, DeVries said, “There is no power greater than grace–it cannot be defeated or crushed–it leaves its indelible mark on all.”

Friday July 12th 5-7 p.m. Member Show Opening Reception. This special exhibit features the talent and works of Members of the Becket Arts Center. The support of our Members allows us to continue to provide the programs and services that benefit the surrounding community and we are excited to showcase these one of a kind works! Free and open to the public.

Sunday August 4th 2-4 p.m. Closing Reception. Join us as we conclude our Member exhibit.

Free and Open to the public. Donations Appreciated.

The third of our Music Brings Communities Together series features musician Robin O'Herin. Robin specializes in historically rich, often interactive concerts that include traditional American music, acoustic delta blues, gospel and originals. Bring a lawn chair, a picnic if you wish and enjoy the show!

Free and open to the public. Rain or shine. Donations Welcome.

Music Brings Communities Together. We will be hosting 'Hot Sauce' Featuring Benny Kohn, Miles Lally, Steve Ide and Tom Major. Music for all ages, 'Hot Sauce', is sure to entertain! So come for a good time and listen to these multi talented artists do what they do best. Bring a lawn chair, snacks and sit back and enjoy.

Free and open to the public. Rain or Shine. Donations Welcome.

Join us Sunday August 4th from 2-4 p.m. as we close our Member Art Show.

Free and open to the public.

Boston salsa troupe Querencia Dance Company comes to the North Becket Village. The performance will include audience engagement and a mini social dance at the end of the performance, where audience members were invited to salsa dance together.