ArtsBeat TV/Radio 7/30/21: Maestro Kevin Rhodes

New ArtsBeat TV/Radio on WCPC15 and 89.5fm/WSKB. Maestro Kevin Rhodes on his return to the European stage and a shout-out to his musicians of the Springfield Symphony Orchestra. And, Berkshire Onstage’s Gail Burns with as recap of summer theatre. Watch! Listen! Stream! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uJtg2a6rSQI

ArtsBeat on Pioneer Valley Radio 7/28/21

New ArtsBeat on Pioneer Valley Radio’s Brad Shepard Today. Jacob’s Pillow, Berkshire Theatre Group, Project Grand Slam at Shakespeare & Company and more. segment begins at 1:35 http://pioneervalleyradio.com/2021/07/28/brad-shepard-today-wednesday-2

Westfield News ArtsBeat 7/27/21

Westfield News ArtsBeat 7/27/21. Mamet premiere at Great Barrington Public Theatre, "Boca" at Barrington Stage, and arts news for WMass and No.CT. https://thewestfieldnews.com/arts-beat-376/

Pioneer Valley Radio Review: Glry Denied

My Pioneer Valley Radio review of Berkshire Opera Festival’s outstanding production of “Glory Denied”. segment begins at: 2:41 http://pioneervalleyradio.com/2021/07/27/brad-shepard-today-tuesday-july-27-2021/

Review: Eleanor on Pioneer Valley Radio

Now on Pioneer Valley Radio’s Brad Shepard Today. My review from Barrington Stage of Mark St. Germain’s “Eleanor” starring Harriet Harris as Mrs. Roosevelt. segment begins at: 2:05 https://pioneervalleyradio.com/2021/07/23/brad-shepard-today-friday-july-23-2021/

ArtsBeat TV/Radio FRI 7/23/21

Program Note: NEW ArtsBeat TV/Radio FRI 8AM on WCPC15 and 89.5fm/WSKB. Nashville recording star Michael Fabrizio grew up in the Berkshires. He returns home to perform at Berkshire Theatre Group. And, ArtsBeat producer and anchor Peter Cowles and Mark G. Auerbach recap the revival of the arts post pandemic. Watch! Listen! Stream!. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YdYzyca0pvA

Review: Chester Theatre's The Niceties on Pioneer Valley Radio

Today on Pioneer Valley Radio’s “Brad Shepard Today” A review of “The Niceties” at Chester Theatre. segment begins at: 7:35 http://pioneervalleyradio.com/2021/07/21/brad-shepard-today-wednesday-july-21-2021/

Westfield News ArtsBeat 7/20/21

Westfield News ArtsBeat 7/20/21: Shakespeare & Company, Berkshire Theatre Group, Barrington Stage and more on the marquee. https://thewestfieldnews.com/arts-beat-375/

ArtsBeat on Pioneer Valley Radio 7/20/21

New ArtsBeat on Pioneer Valley Radio’s Brad Shepard Today. TheaterWorks goes into the woods. Jeff McCarthy headlines Barrington Stage, The Wizard of Oz in Pittsfield and more. segment begins at: 1:37 https://pioneervalleyradio.com/2021/07/20/brad-shepard-today-tuesday-july-20-2021//

Westfield News Re view: The Niceties at Chester Theatre

My Westfield News review of "The Niceties" at Chester Theatre Company. https://thewestfieldnews.com/review-the-niceties-at-chester/

ArtsBeat on Pioneer Valley Radio 7/13/21

segment begins at: 1:47 http://pioneervalleyradio.com/2021/07/13/brad-shepard-today-wednesday-july-13-2021/

Westfield News ArtsBeat 7/13/21

Westfield News ArtsBeat 7/13/21. News from The Bushnell, Barrington Stage, the Majestic, The Mahaiwe and more. https://thewestfieldnews.com/arts-beat-374/

7/14/21 On The Mark / Athenaeum Spotlight

Program Note. WED 8AM on WCPC15 and 89.5fm/WSKB. On the Mark presents Athenaeum Spotlight with Guy McLain. Guy's guest is Will Baczek from William Baczek Fine Arts in Northampton. Watch! Listen! Stream! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Yr-3nfqjx3c

Media Release: Berkshire Film and Media Collaborative Reschedules Marilyn Atlas Workshop

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contacts: Mark G. Auerbach Public Relations. 413-427-7352 or mgauerbach@gmail.com Diane Pearlman, Berkshire Film and Media Collaborative. 413-329-3912 or diane@berkshirefilm.org HOLLYWOOD LITERARY MANAGER AND PRODUCER MARILYN R. ATLAS LEADS ONLINE WORKSHOP ON CHARACTER DEVELOPMENT JULY 20 (RESCHEDULED) Berkshire Film and Media Collaborative brings Hollywood pro to illuminate the importance of character arcs and in-depth character development. After leading two exceptionally well received workshops on selling ideas for film and television, Hollywood talent/literary manager and award-winning producer Marilyn R. Atlas returns (virtually) on Tuesday, July 20, 6–8 pm, with a practical online workshop for anyone involved in storytelling and world-building. Navigating Character Arcs: Hone Your Script by Deepening Your Character In this two-hour, hands-on, interactive online workshop on July 20, Atlas stresses the importance of knowing your characters inside and out so you can avoid stereotypes and bring your protagonist off the page and into three-dimensional life. She explains how getting inside your character’s head can give your story the authenticity that draws people in and enables you to tailor plot points that work hand-in-hand with your character’s emotional and spiritual progress. Using examples from recent films and television shows, Atlas will elucidate why you must follow your characters down their emotional corridors to take your writing to the next level and make your mark as a storyteller. This workshop will inspire and motivate screenwriters, playwrights, novelists, directors, producers, and anyone involved in world-building to do their best work yet. Some advance preparation is required—Atlas has provided a short list of recent films and television episodes for registrants to watch so they can participate fully. Registration for this workshop is limited to 20 to ensure participants have plenty of time for discussion and Q&A. Complete details and ticket information are available via eventbrite: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/writing-pitching-workshops-with-literary-manager-producer-marilyn-atlas-tickets-152920365931 Berkshire Film and Media Collaborative executive director Diane Pearlman says she’s pleased to bring Atlas back to lead these workshops: “Marilyn literally wrote the book on character development: Dating Your Character. It’s a must-read for writers working in all genres. We’re thrilled we can leverage her expertise to inspire and motivate members of our community.” More information on Berkshire Film and Media Collaborative can be found here: www.berkshirefilm.org. Linda Cleary, who signed up for Navigating Character Arcs as soon as she finished Atlas’s Pitching workshop on June 10, says “What a phenomenal opportunity it has been to learn from a professional ‘in the biz.’ Marilyn’s workshop has gotten me excited about my plot and characters again and made the whole process seem less intimidating. She literally made the most of every minute of the workshop. Her enthusiasm and encouragement are infectious, and I’m back at my story again.” Marilyn R. Atlas is a Hollywood literary and talent manager and an award-winning producer with a longstanding commitment to diversity and the portrayal of strong female protagonists. She’s the producer of the HBO Sundance-winning film Real Women Have Curves (now in development as a Broadway show) and The Choking Game on Lifetime, among other films. Atlas is currently developing multiple film, television, and theatrical projects. A sought-after speaker at writers’ conferences in the US and abroad, Atlas is co-author of the relationship-based screenwriting guide Dating Your Character (Stairway Press). The Berkshire Film and Media Collaborative (BFMC) supports regional economic growth through production and workforce development in Western Massachusetts. BFMC develops educational and workforce enrichment courses, offers networking events for industry professionals, acts as a resource for visiting productions, creates jobs within our communities in the film industry, and provides an online production guide and locations database as a resource for filmmakers. BFMC is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. For details: www.berkshirefilm.org. -30-

July Column: Succeeding in Small Business

My July column for Succeeding in Small Business. https://www.succeedinginsmallbusiness.com/conversations-in-my-head-an-ongoing-chat-between-the-reporter-and-the-pr-guy/

ArtsBeat TV/Radio 7/09/21

Program Note: NEW ArtsBeat TV/Radio FRI, 8AM on WCPC15 and 89.5fm/WSKB. Berkshire Opera’s “Glory Denied” the true story of a Vietnam War soldier held captive, and playwright Jessica Provenz’s new play “Boca” premieres at Barrington Stage. Watch! Listen! Stream! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TH4J5toouKA

On The Mark 7/07/21

New On The Mark TV/Radio from WC PC15 and 89.5fm/WSKB.. Victor Acquista, author of the award-winning “Serpent Rising” and CISA’s Claire Morenon. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L5kTlFYuEt0

Westfield News ArtsBeat 7/06/21

Westfield News ArtsBeat 7/6/21. Review of "Ambassador of Love: Celebrating Pearl Bailey" at Goodspeed. News from Great Barrington Public Theatre, Chester Theatre, Sevenars, Silverthorne and more. https://thewestfieldnews.com/arts-beat-373/

7/06/21 ArtsBeat on Pioneer Valley Radio

New ArtsBeat on Pioneer Valley Radio 7/06/21. News from The Bushnell, The Majestic, Great Barrington Public Theatre, Holyoke Civic Symphony and more. segment begins at: 2:18 http://pioneervalleyradio.com/2021/07/06/brad-shepard-today-tuesday-july-6-2021/