Berkie Winners Announced!
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Mac-Haydn Theatre Wins Big at the 2025 “Berkies”
“Crapshooter’s Ballet” from Guys & Dolls
CHATHAM, NY (November 12, 2025)—The Mac-Haydn Theatre is thrilled to announce its recognition at the 2025 Berkshire Theatre Critics Association Awards, known affectionately as the “Berkies.” The annual awards celebrate outstanding achievement in theatre across the Berkshire region, honoring excellence in performance, design, and direction. More than 32 critics in the region participate in the nominating and voting process.
Mac-Haydn took home eight awards across seven categories this year, highlighting the theater’s continued commitment to producing exceptional musical theatre.
Outstanding Choreography:
Kaitlyn Frank, Jesus Christ Superstar
Outstanding Direction of a Musical:
John Saunders, Jesus Christ Superstar
Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Musical:
Monica M. Wemitt, Annie
Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Musical:
Mike Keller, A Bronx Tale
Spencer Stanley, Guys and Dolls
Outstanding Lead Actress in a Musical:
Wild Handel, Annie
Outstanding Production with Fewer Than Six Performances:
The Last Five Years, Directed by John Saunders
Outstanding Production of a Musical:
Guys and Dolls, Directed & Choreographed by Mandy Modic
“We are deeply honored by this recognition,” said President Paul Colarusso. “Each season, our artists and staff pour their hearts into creating theatre that inspires, entertains, and connects our audiences. These awards are a testament to their passion and artistry.”
The winners were announced during a presentation at Zion Lutheran Church in Pittsfield, Massachusetts on Monday, November 10, 2025.
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About the Mac-Haydn Theatre
Founded in 1969, the Mac-Haydn Theatre strives to present innovative, diverse and professional musical theatre productions to the residents of Columbia County and beyond. We aim to cultivate young talent for careers in theatre and seek to provide a supportive environment for the creation of new musical theatre works.
About the Berkies
Established by the Berkshire Theatre Critics Association, the Berkies celebrate excellence in theatre across the greater Berkshire region. The awards span drama, musicals, design, direction, performance, and community outreach, and are open to productions from theatres across Massachusetts, Connecticut, Vermont, and New York.