Saint James Place

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James Church on Main Street in Great Barrington, faced demolition. In 2008, a portion of the rear wall of the historic Gothic Revival stone church had unexpectedly collapsed, forcing the Town Building Inspector to condemn the building and the congregation to temporarily relocate. After a period of discernment the vestry and the congregation decided not to repair or reuse the church and sought a re

al estate appraisal. The findings of the appraisal recommended that, “The highest and best use of the subject property is as a vacant parcel of land that is available for development.”

Concerned that this prominent local landmark would be destroyed, residents Sally and Fred Harris formed a secular, non-profit, Saint James Place, whose mission was to rescue and repurpose the church and adjacent parish hall. SJP reopened as a performing arts and cultural venue in spring 2016. With 17,000 square feet of office, rehearsal, performance and reception spaces, SJP is a dynamic cultural hub in the heart of downtown Great Barrington. SJP is a year-round resource for local artistic and civic organizations, and is proud to be the permanent home of the Peoples Pantry.

Always a treat to watch the Olga Dunn Dance Company rehearse in our Sanctuary Space.
01/23/2025

Always a treat to watch the Olga Dunn Dance Company rehearse in our Sanctuary Space.

Wonderful evening on Tuesday with Great Barrington Public Theater. 🎭 The next "Conversations With..." evening with indus...
01/22/2025

Wonderful evening on Tuesday with Great Barrington Public Theater.
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The next "Conversations With..." evening with industry professionals about theater in the Berkshires is on Tuesday, February 18 at 6pm. Get more information on their website. Follow Great Barrington Public Theater

🎶  NEW 🎶  Crescendo presents Revolutionary Renaissance: Motets and Madrigals on Sunday, March 2, 4pm, here at Saint Jame...
01/22/2025

🎶 NEW 🎶 Crescendo presents Revolutionary Renaissance: Motets and Madrigals on Sunday, March 2, 4pm, here at Saint James Place. Learn more and reserve your tickets today for gorgeous Renaissance music. https://buff.ly/40H5ZPN

This program features motets by the Portuguese composer Vicente Lusitano, one of the earliest known mixed-race composers of African descent, whose works were published in his lifetime. His style is highly complex and of extraordinary beauty. Sacred and secular vocal and instrumental works by women composers will also be presented.

Program features the Crescendo Vocal Ensemble of twenty singers with soprano soloists Jennifer Tyo & Sarah Fay, alto soloist Laura Evans, and tenor soloist Igor Ferreira are joined by Christa Patton, harp and recorder. Christine Gevert directs from the organ

✨ Purchase tickets today! Two leading interpreters perform Bach's 6 Unaccompanied Suites for Cello.
01/21/2025

✨ Purchase tickets today! Two leading interpreters perform Bach's 6 Unaccompanied Suites for Cello.

What are you doing on Sunday? Shop amazing local artisans at  10 - 4.
01/18/2025

What are you doing on Sunday? Shop amazing local artisans at 10 - 4.

Have you reserved your tickets? Join Artistic Director Jim Frangione and Associate Director Judy Braha of Great Barringt...
01/17/2025

Have you reserved your tickets? Join Artistic Director Jim Frangione and Associate Director Judy Braha of Great Barrington Public Theater in conversation with playwrights and directors to discuss the intricate process of developing new plays on Tuesday, January 21 at 6pm in our Great Hall.

Panelists include playwrights Leigh Strimbeck (Dog People), Anne Undeland (Mr. Fullterton, Madame Mozart), Jay Sefton (Unreconciled), director Matthew Penn (Survival of the Unfit) and James Barry, Artistic Director of Chester Theatre Company.

https://buff.ly/3BWYSJI

This Saturday! Come    in   !
01/16/2025

This Saturday! Come in !

Outstanding musicians + Bach Cello Suites + SJP acoustics = a sublime night of music. Buy your tickets at CEWM.org!
01/16/2025

Outstanding musicians + Bach Cello Suites + SJP acoustics = a sublime night of music. Buy your tickets at CEWM.org!

Our February 23 concert will delight chamber music lovers, especially those who adore Bach. Reserve your tickets today.
https://buff.ly/41oQ618

Two leading Bach interpreters embark on a musical journey performing Bach's Six Suites — the peak of his cello repetoire.

This performance is at Saint James Place ,352 Main Street, Great Barrington, MA — the acoustics at Saint James are spectacular. Join us, won't you?

Join Artistic Director Jim Frangione and Associate Director Judy Braha of Great Barrington Public Theater in conversatio...
01/13/2025

Join Artistic Director Jim Frangione and Associate Director Judy Braha of Great Barrington Public Theater in conversation with playwrights and directors to discuss the intricate process of developing new plays on Tuesday, January 21 at 6pm in our Great Hall.

Panelists include playwrights Leigh Strimbeck (Dog People), Anne Undeland (Mr. Fullterton, Madame Mozart), Jay Sefton (Unreconciled), director Matthew Penn (Survival of the Unfit) and James Barry, Artistic Director of Chester Theatre Company.

Reserve your tickets today! https://buff.ly/3BWYSJI

  ・・・Get excited and save the dates! GBAM Winter Market returns to  Sunday, January 1910am - 3pmSunday, February 1610am ...
01/10/2025


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Get excited and save the dates! GBAM Winter Market returns to

Sunday, January 19
10am - 3pm

Sunday, February 16
10am - 3pm

Enjoy an eclectic mix of local artisans, unique to each holiday weekend date.

See you soon!

The Paul Winter Consort wowed audiences in December with two sold out shows. This group pioneered “earth music,” interwe...
01/07/2025

The Paul Winter Consort wowed audiences in December with two sold out shows. This group pioneered “earth music,” interweaving classical, jazz and world music elements with voices from what Winter calls “the greatest symphony of the earth.” Photo by Mi Kim. We were thrilled have host them once again at Saint James Place.

Learn more about bringing your performance to Saint James Place in Great Barrington. Here's what Paul Winter says, "The acoustics are heavenly, and the architecture is stunning. It is possibly the most exquisite small concert hall I’ve ever seen.” Contact Seth Keyes!
https://buff.ly/44UhiDD

💥 For your winter calendar! GB Arts Market on January 19 & February 16. Shop local and support local artisans offering a...
01/03/2025

💥 For your winter calendar! GB Arts Market on January 19 & February 16. Shop local and support local artisans offering a spectacular collection of handmade gifts, treats, and art. See you then!

Fantastic preview of Crescendo's upcoming concert! Give it a browse and they purchase tickets!
12/27/2024

Fantastic preview of Crescendo's upcoming concert! Give it a browse and they purchase tickets!

At the heart of the program is J.S. Bach's fifth cantata of his Christmas Oratorio “Ehre sei dir, Gott, gesungen,“ BWV 248, first performed on January 2, 1735, in Leipzig.

Happy Holidays from all of us at Saint James Place! Sally, Fred, Seth, Bev, Hurish, Quinn and Dawn
12/24/2024

Happy Holidays from all of us at Saint James Place! Sally, Fred, Seth, Bev, Hurish, Quinn and Dawn

All the best to you and yours.
12/24/2024

All the best to you and yours.

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352 Main Street
Great Barrington, MA
01230

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm
Saturday 9am - 5pm
Sunday 9am - 5pm

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