Berry hosted a reading and Q&A for award-winning poet Diamond Forde on Tuesday. The event was part of the Georgia Poetry Circuit, a network of seven Georgia colleges that collaborate to annually bring three poets of national and international interest to each member’s campus. Some of the other schools on the circuit include Georgia Southern University, Valdosta State University and Savannah State University. Aside from giving readings, poets in the circuit usually meet with creative writing students to lead a workshop or answer additional questions.  Continue reading Diamond Forde reads acclaimed poetry

On Monday, Oak Hill and the Martha Berry Museum opened a new exhibit titled “Martha Berry’s ‘Begging Trips’.” The exhibit centers on Martha Berry’s tireless fundraising efforts on behalf of the Berry Schools and her commitment to providing quality education to the young men and women who attended them. According to a press release issued by the Oak Hill and Martha Berry Museum, the exhibit is the result of a collaborative partnership with Kennesaw State University (KSU) and supported by the Daughters of Berry. The Daughters of Berry is a non-profit organization run by Berry alumnae with the mission of preserving the history and traditions of Berry College.   Continue reading Oak Hill opens new ‘Begging Trips’ exhibit

Berry College Theatre Company (BCTC) invites audiences into a world of fantasy, grief and dice-rolling adventure with its upcoming production of “She Kills Monsters.”  The show will take place at Sister’s Theatre, with performances at 7 p.m. Jan. 29–31 and 2 p.m. Feb. 1. “She Kills Monsters,” written by Qui Nguyen, tells the story of Agnes, a young woman grieving the loss of her younger sister.  Upon discovering her sister’s old Dungeons and Dragons (D&D) notebook, Agnes embarks on an adventure that helps her better understand Tilly, her grief and the magic of D&D.  Continue reading BCTC presents adventure-filled show

Berry College’s pastures are a little livelier this season as a new group of beef calves have been born. With calves scatter, across the pastures and more expected before the season ends, the herd’s newest members are already becoming a familiar sight for students, faculty and visitors driving through campus.  Continue reading Berry pastures welcome new herd of calves

Berry College Opera is set to open its double‑bill production of W.A. Mozart’s “The Impresario” and Giacomo Puccini’s “Suor Angelica” on Jan. 22, inviting audiences to enjoy a three‑day run through Saturday. Each performance will begin at 7 p.m. in the Bell Recital Hall. “The Impresario” delivers a burst of backstage humor as a producer wrangles two competing sopranos, while “Suor Angelica” shifts into tragic territory with the story of a cloistered nun confronted by heartbreaking news. Continue reading Berry opera performs double bill show

Rome Little Theatre (RLT) will present their holiday production, “A Tuna Christmas,” on Friday. The show will run through Dec. 14 at the DeSoto Theatre with performances on Fridays and Saturdays beginning at 7:30 p.m. and at 2:30 p.m. on Sundays. With a cast of only four actors, the fast-paced comedy brings more than twenty colorful Texas characters to life, showcasing the energy and creativity of community theatre. Continue reading RLT brings “A Tuna Christmas” to stage

On Tuesday, Berry Winds performed “Migration Symphony no. 2,” a symphony composed by Adam Schoenberg. In preparation for the performance, Berry Winds’ musicians practiced as a group for an hour every Monday, Wednesday and Friday. They were also encouraged to practice individually or with their respective sections. According to junior music education major Samuel Rivers, preparing the piece involves both sectional work and full-ensemble rehearsals, where the group focuses on balance and interpretation. Continue reading Berry Winds performs symphony

This past weekend, Rome hosted the annual Rome International Film Festival (RIFF).  The event brought filmmakers, actors and movie fans to the city for a celebration of film and storytelling. Screenings took place across multiple venues downtown, including the DeSoto Theatre and the Rome Area History Center. Audiences could attend panels, red carpet premieres and Q&A sessions with directors.  Continue reading Berry students attend local film festival