There are so many things to do in Berks County!

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  • Exeter Township Senior High Presents, “Matilda the Musical”

    Exeter Township Senior High School

    Inspired by the twisted genius of Roald Dahl, Exeter Township Senior High School will present, "Matilda the Musical," the story of an extraordinary girl who, armed with a vivid imagination and a sharp mind, dares to take a stand and change her own destiny. The musical will be performed at 7pm on March 30, March […]

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    Hot Club of Reading with special guest Andy Roberts – Boscov’s Berks Jazz Fest

    WCR Center for the Arts

    Saturday April 1st at 7pm, The Hot Club of Reading featuring: guitarists Josh Taylor and Michael Nikolidakis, bassist Trey LaRue, Chris Heslop on sax, clarinet, and washboard, and jack-of-all-trades Ken Gehret will be joined by special guest, Andy Roberts, who will play the WCR’s superb vintage Steinway grand piano. Hot Club of Reading’s performance combines […]

    Exeter Township Senior High Presents, “Matilda the Musical”

    Exeter Township Senior High School

    Inspired by the twisted genius of Roald Dahl, Exeter Township Senior High School will present, "Matilda the Musical," the story of an extraordinary girl who, armed with a vivid imagination and a sharp mind, dares to take a stand and change her own destiny. The musical will be performed at 7pm on March 30, March […]

    Cultivating Community Among Generations

    Albright College

    Intergenerational Artist-In-Residence Program, Cultivating Community Among Generations with local artist Michael Miller. Sessions will be held in the TExpl Public Art Studio at Albright College, 1041 Rockland St., Reading, PA 19604 for 6 weeks and then additional 2 weeks at The LGBT Center of Greater Reading 640 Centre Ave. Reading, PA 19601. This project is […]

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    CUT IT! PASTE IT! MAKE AN ART QUILT TOP!

    Hamburg Strand Theater

    $15 includes all supplies. Put your creativity to work in this fun 2-hour workshop. Instructor and artist Martha Ressler will lead you through creating a quilt top to take home with you at the conclusion of the class. All supplies will be provided. Class takes place at the Hamburg Strand Theater in the Party Room. […]

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    Spring Flower Basket Workshop

    Hamburg Strand Theater

    $40 includes supplies. Learn basic basket weaving skills to make a 6” round basket with wooden base. Basket will be about 5” tall. Participants will be able to select color. Suitable for ages 15+. Hosted by talented basket maker Deb Zvanut. Deadline to register is April 12, 2023 If you have any questions or would […]

    Premier PARDON ME Documentary

    Miller Center for the Arts

    On April 19th,On April 19th, Berks Connections/Pretrial Services (BCPS) is hosting the premier of PARDON ME, at the Miller Center for the Arts. Doors open at 5:45, and the film starts at 6:30, with a panel featuring Shuja Moore, the director immediately following. Light food and beverages will be available prior to the film. It […]

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    LAURA BENANTI

    Schaeffer Auditorium

    Tony® Award-winner and five-time Tony® Award nominee Laura Benanti is a highly celebrated stage and screen actress. Her TV and film roles include Gossip Girl, Younger, Worth, and Tick-Tick…Boom! and many guest appearances. In 2019, Benanti made a triumphant return to Broadway as Eliza Doolittle in Lincoln Center's acclaimed production of MY FAIR LADY. Since […]

    PA German Scratch Egg Workshop

    Berks History Center

    In celebration of one of the earliest traditions of PA German Easter egg decorating, the BHC is excited to offer a special scratch-carved egg workshop, led by museum Curator, Amber Vroman. Learn about the history of this beautiful, and long standing Easter tradition and see some fantastic examples from the BHC’s museum collection! Participants will […]

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    Theater: Spring Awakening

    Albright College Center for the Arts

    “Spring Awakening” book/lyrics by Steven Sater, music by Duncan Sheik, based on the play by Frank Wedekind, directed by Jeffrey Lentz ‘85 April 20–22, 8 p.m.; April 23, 2 p.m., Albright Theatre For Mature Audiences Winner of the 2007 Tony Award for Best Musical, this electrifying alternative rock musical tells a story of adolescent anarchy […]