The Arts and Cannabis
Artistic expression and cannabis use have been in a passionate relationship for longer than anybody can accurately remember. Funkadelic famously said, “free your mind and your ass will follow”, and I think that is a pretty enlightened statement. Ganja has been the organic muse for centuries of interpretive dance, literary masterpieces, heartfelt blues, driving reggae, improvisational jazz, acid rock, graphic arts, and intricate sculpting, along with anything else that showcases or moves the human spirit. Weed and creativity have probably shuffled hand-in-hand since the first drum circles and cave paintings. The more times change, the more things stay the same.
Local Dance Ensemble
The cannabis in Berkshire County is world class, as are the members of our local fine arts community. Besides outstanding museums and traditional concert venues, Becket also hosts a hidden gem called Jacobs Pillow Performing Arts Center. Jacobs Pillow was awarded the National Medal of Arts by then-President Obama in 2010 for its ongoing and significant contributions to the international world of dance through its performances, educational programs, and community outreach. Dancers, musicians, and artists from all around the globe have been coming to the Pillow since its inception in 1931.
Dance Education and Outreach at the Pillow
The School at Jacob’s Pillow is a pivotal experience for dance artists to define and develop their distinct artistic voices and form the career-building connections that can best distinguish and advance their work in the field. Jacobs Pillow has classes and workshops for all ages, all interests, all levels of dance. They have one or two week programs for the advanced performer in everything from contemporary ballet to tap to freestyle jazz, starting in mid June. Weekdays all through the summer they have hour long morning classes for basic dance and body movement open to ages 16 and up. On select Sundays, they have family music and dance for adults and kids, and will be hosting a weekend-long community residency featuring Afro-Latin jazz and soul in downtown Pittsfield.
Upcoming Programs
While there are some workshops and classes currently going on at the Pillow, June 21st is the official season opening Gala. Live music, a cocktail party, dinner, an auction and dancing under the stars. The season begins in earnest toward the end of June with trio of outstanding artists demonstrating dance styles from urban America, Indonesia, and West Africa. Visit their website to learn more about the upcoming calendar, see prior works of art, listen to artist podcasts, and more. At the beginning of July, the Pillow will be reopening their Doris Duke Theater with a week of special events, performances, discussions and tours. With three separate stages and theaters, Jacobs Pillow offers a myriad of reasons to come back again and again.
Dance Over to Himalayan High
So how does Himalayan High relate to all this artsy and dancey stuff? We have the sustainably grown and ethically manufactured cannabis products to enhance and enlighten your Jacobs Pillow experience. Whether you are a performer looking to unlock your divine creativity and inspiration, or a
patron of the arts who wants to elevate their evening in the audience, our professionally curated menu is chock full of the Berkshire’s highest quality cannabis. Bountiful Farms has a couple of delicious and effective chocolate bars we really like. Both the Orange Soda Bar and the Tayter Chip Bar are made from fine milk chocolate and infused with fast-acting hash. At 5mg of THC per square, you can dance like nobody is watching, or watch everybody who is dancing. If chocolate isn’t your thing, maybe a puff or two from a Perfect Pair preroll by the Fresh Connection will get you in the right headspace to perform your own art or appreciate somebody else’s. For more discreet folks who want to avoid the smoke and smell of fresh buds, we have a deal on Warner’s Best vape carts right now. Get a deal when you buy them in pairs. A sativa Creamsicle distillate cart will get your body in dance mode while the hybrid Strawberry Runtz Live resin cart will put some good rhythms and melodies in your mind.
Creative Pursuits
Make Himalayan High a part of your Jacobs Ladder experience by stopping in to see us on your way to the venue, on the way home from the stages, or as a part of your pre-show ritual. Our premium cannabis products can lift your own performance, deepen your appreciation of the arts, and help your body and mind recover after an exhilarating Berkshire evening. Our mission as a local cannabis dispensary is to promotes peace, passion, and empowerment through education and understanding of this incredible plant. Jacobs Pillow’s mission is to engage and deepen public appreciation and support for dance. Sounds like a match made throughout history.
