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IU Opera presents a new production of “Albert Herring” in the Buskirk-Chumley Theatre, Feb. 9-11. Details here. 

Broadway star Sutton Foster co-directs Ball State Theatre's production of "The Drowsy Chaperone" Feb. 9-18. Details here. 

Tenor Steven Stolen has his Cabaret at the Columbia Club debut with an “Isn’t It Romantic?” Valentine’s Day program Feb. 14. Details here.

Another “Nunsense” spin-off, “Sister Robert Anne’s Cabaret Class,” takes the stage at Theatre on the Square Feb. 10-March 10. Details here.

American Spiritual Ensemble celebrates a uniquely American art form Feb. 9 at the Warren Performing Arts Center. Details here. 

Oboist Leanna Booze joins the Indianapolis Chamber Orchestra for a Feb. 11 concert of Strauss, Bach and Mozart. Details here.

Brenda Williams performs a free concert at the Artsgarden, Feb. 14. Detail here. 

 The University of Indianapolis Department of Music stages “A Little Night Music” Feb. 10-11. Details here. 

Feb. 10-26

Actors Theatre of Indiana

 There are two kinds of people in this world: those who prefer “Jesus Christ Superstar” and those who prefer “Godspell.” While I admire both, I’ve always had more of a fondness for the latter, which could be because it’s where I took my first theater date. But it’s more because the show, when done well, speaks beautifully to our universal need for friends and teachers. In its joyful simplicity—and with catchy tunes—“Godspell” is kind of a “School House Rock” of the Gospel according to Matthew. And I’m looking forward to seeing what the professional Actors Theatre of Indiana does with it. The cast includes Brandon Alstott and Matt Peterson from the Phoenix Theatre’s “Spring Awakening.”  Details here.

Feb. 11

Hilbert Circle Theatre

 In celebration of Valentine’s Day, the pops-meets-opera trio as comfortable with the Four Seasons as it is with Verdi joins the Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra for an evening of romantic Italian tunes. Details here.  

Feb. 14

Palladium

Despite having headlined other shows, when Peters appeared in the original cast of “Into the Woods”—the first time I saw her on stage—she was truly an ensemble player, generously sharing the spotlight with the company. My next encounter with Peters on stage was in the most recent revival of “Annie Get Your Gun,” where she transcended a somewhat misguided production, pulling out the vocal stops to give the audience its money’s worth (particularly with a stirringly simple take on “I Got Lost in His Arms”). Just last year, I caught Peters’ performance at the Kennedy Center in D.C. in the production of “Follies” that eventually moved to Broadway. There, I had the privilege of seeing a stunning, emotional performance by Peters that both served the ensemble a la “Into the Woods” and delivered big, hold-the-stage-alone moments a la “Annie Get Your Gun,” all while revealing a depth of characterization that was heartbreaking.

This week, one of Broadway’s few true stars will be at the Palladium—and I’m looking forward to seeing even more sides to a one-of-a-kind performer. Details here. 

Just before drivers reach County Line Road on Interstate 65 heading north into Indianapolis, a digital billboard paid for by Tennessee fans offers a plea to Indianapolis Colts quarterback Peyton Manning. The sign bears the messages: "Hey Peyton, You're going the wrong way," and "Peyton, the citizens of Tennessee want you back! Please Peyton… Pretty Please?" Manning, who played for the University of Tennessee, has an uncertain future with the Colts and could be heading to another NFL team.