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Van Rensselaer Elementary School

English Students Explore Live Theatre at Barrington Stage Company

Posted Date: 10/28/25 (12:10 PM)
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This Fall, grades 10, 11 and 12 from Rensselaer Jr.Sr. High School traveled to the Barrington Stage Company in Pittsfield, Mass., to see the world-premiere production of The Weekend: A Stockbridge Story, written by playwright Ben Diskant. The students were highly engaged in the post-show talkback, taking the opportunity to ask thoughtful questions about the themes, setting and creative process behind the work. The production proved to be a rich theatre-education experience for all involved.

We extend sincere thanks to Miss Steck & Miss Herrick for leading this outing and to our students for representing Rensselaer with curiosity and respect. We look forward to arranging another theatre trip in the spring! 
Promotional image for 'The Weekend: A Stockbridge Story' with a mountain backdrop.A group of students stand outside Rensselaer High School, posing for a photo.A stage set with a painted backdrop and people seated on chairs, viewed from the audience.A stage set with a painted backdrop of a landscape and seating.Students eat lunch in a school cafeteria, seated at long tables.Two women smile at the camera, with other people in the background.