Still Standing: The Foundry Fundraiser 2026, is an evening of performances, an online silent auction and a dance party with the goal of raising $10,000 to sustain the venue’s outstanding programming.
Proceeds from the evening will directly support artist fees, upcoming performances, and the continued presentation of bold, multidisciplinary work at The Foundry. Operating outside a traditional nonprofit model, the venue relies on ticket sales, memberships, and community partnerships to sustain its work.
In a cultural landscape that continues to shift, Still Standing signals both celebration and resolve — an assertion that adventurous live performance remains not only possible, but necessary.
The event brings together a cross-section of local artists for a kaleidoscopic sequence of music, dance, and spoken word staged in the venue’s intimate black box theater, followed by a dance party that leans less gala and more community celebration. Heavy hors d’oeuvres will be served at the top of the evening, and dessert will follow the performances.
Among the local artists donating ten minutes of their work to the evening are emcee Tom Truss; writer/ musician Noh Bailey will share songs and poems; vocalist/ songwriter Molly Weinberg will sing original music; action-based dance artist Stefanie Weber will perform a series of performance sketches and physical poems titled MOTHERLESSSHIP; genre-defying performer Slink G Moss will perform a mini rock opera about the Berkshires; dance collaborators Darrell Pucciarello and Nicole Rose will present a visual art dance piece; writer/ performance artist Steevee Dee will share songs; and The Sheirmelonis Trio will perform edgy jazz covers of some lesser known songs, with Rebecca Sheir on piano/ vocals, Eric Shimelonis on bass/backing vocals, and Igor Shimelonis on drums.
The online silent auction will open on April 22nd and run until the night of the fundraising event on May 13th at 7:30pm.
Silent auction highlights include a stay at “the coolest AirBnb in Massachusetts” – Conde Nast Traveler, multimedia artwork, dining experiences, fruit tree and installation, interior design consult, private wine tasting for eight, and gift cards for beauty and health products and services. The selection reflects the broader creative and small-business ecosystem that surrounds and sustains the venue.
Tickets: $100
Includes attendance to event on May 13th, hors d’oeuvres, dessert, and gift bags.
Doors Open: 6:00PM
Performances: 7:00PM
Dance Party: 9:00PM
This event is indoors.
Venue Accessibility: We are committed to creating an inclusive and accessible event environment for all attendees. We strive to provide an event that is welcoming, accommodating, and supportive of diverse accessibility needs.
Our venue is wheelchair accessible. Accessible parking spaces and restrooms are available. And wheelchair accessible seating is available upon request. Please contact us at info@thefoundryws.com or 413.232.5222 for accessibility coordination.
Parking: Parking is limited at the venue so please utilize the three public parking lots in Town. One is across from the Post Office, one is behind Berkshire Bank and the other is just off Main Street. They are clearly marked. Do not park at Trúc Orient Express Restaurant or the Post Office or you might receive a ticket.
All sales are final – The Foundry is unable to make any returns or exchanges.