LOU’S VIEWS: Hopelessly devoted to divas
Thoughts on Idina Menzel, Linda Eder and Theatre on the Square’s John Crawford musical.
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Butler University arts dean aims to link campus, city
Ronald Caltabiano says the Butler arts festival would feature talent from the university, affiliated organizations like Dance Kaleidoscope and Indianapolis Opera, and “extraordinary” guest artists.
If you must go black Friday shopping…
Deals offered from Clowes Hall and the Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra.
Palladium sells well, ups ante for its competitors
About 40 percent of the tickets sold during the Palladium’s first half-season went to subscribers, prompting managers to expand the series offerings for the full season that begins later this month.
New ‘Clowes Off Center’ series part of 2011/12 lineup
Esperanza Spalding, Bela Fleck and Mike Birbiglia also announced for Clowes Hall mainstage season.
Review: ‘Rock of Ages’
The Broadway touring company of the rockin’ show comes to Clowes Hall with Constantine Maroulis.
Review: ‘9-to-5: The Musical’
The Dolly Parton-scored adaptation of the 1980 movie hit visits Clowes Hall.
Ticket giveaway: ‘Rain: A Tribute to the Beatles’
The Fab-ish Four are coming to Clowes Hall. Here’s how you can land a pair of free seats.
LOU’S VIEWS: Art-felt thanks
The ISO opened with "A Thanksgiving Overture" — which inspired me to offer my thoughts on what I'm thankful for in the world of Indianapolis arts.
Review: ‘Spotlight 2010’
Brisk pace and spirited, professional acts create another evening to remember.
Review: ‘Legally Blonde’
Touring production doesn’t make a very good case for legal musical.
LOU’S VIEWS: Take a seat for 2010/2011
It’s not too early to think about next season at the Indiana Repertory Theatre, the Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra, and more.
Blue Man Group, Kodo Drummers, etc. on Clowes ’10/’11 lineup
Joffrey Ballet and Manhattan Transfer also taking the stage.
Ticket giveaway: ‘A Chorus Line’ national tour
Avoid the lines for seats at the musical theater classic.
LOU’S VIEWS: Dog days at Clowes with national tour of ‘Dalmatians’ musical
This week, canines at Clowes, sisters in the suburbs, pals searching for Paul, and the Cabaret’s new digs at the Columbia
Club.
Bela Fleck: The Africa Project
Feb. 19
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In creating his “Tales from the Acoustic Planet” recordings,
Bela Fleck collaborated on location with musicians from Uganda, Senegal, Madagascar and elsewhere. For this tour, he’s
bringing along kora player Toumani Diabate, guitarists Vusi Mahlasela and D’Gary, and pianist Anania Ngolia. It’s
a world away from anything you hear on Top-40 radio, and it should be an ear-opener. Details here.
Concert hall component would test demand
Entertainment is a big part of a $480 million development proposed for the south side of downtown–plans include a 3,400-seat
theater to attract the likes of Bruce Springsteen and first-run tours of Broadway shows such as “Wicked.” The question is
whether the city can support another midsize venue.