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Nov. 12
Fountain Square Theatre/Radio Radio

Why will Kate Lamont be singing “Because?” Well, because. And while the band ESW will be encouraging concert-goers to “Let It Be,” Brian Deer will be insisting “I am Mine” and the band We’re Not Squibnocket will be claiming “I Am the Walrus.”

Yes, this year’s Tonic Ball—benefiting Second Helpings—will pay tribute to the Beatles, with local bands offering covers on two stages, plus a children’s area. Cari Ray & The Loaners will be doing “I’ve Just Seen a Face,” Rodney Boys will take a shot at “Rocky Raccoon,” Last Drop Jug Band will transform “Baby You’re a Rich Man,” and much, much more. Details here.
 

A fire that forced three families out of their Fountain Square homes Friday morning was intentionally set, according to Indianapolis arson investigators. The blaze started at about 2:30 a.m., in a small shed in the 1000 block of Lexington Avenue, and then spread to three homes. Five adults and eight children escaped. Damage was estimated at about $100,000. Fox59 will have more at 4 p.m.

Sept. 17-25
White Rabbit Cabaret

Katie Angel, producer of last year’s sold-out “What Would the Neighbors Think,” has launched a new company, Angel Burlesque, focused on burlesque with a contemporary attitude. When I reviewed her earlier show, I said, “Don’t be surprised if old-school burlesque becomes the next big form of alternative entertainment here. Think roller derby without the risk of bruising.”

Thanks to Angel and her angels (both women and men), you’ll have a chance to experience the bumps and grinds for yourself at this and future shows at the recently opened Fountain Square venue. Details here.

The Theater Within presents “Wit,” Sept. 10-15 at Fountain Square’s The Church Within. Details here.

Indianapolis Civic Theatre opens its season with a production of “Annie,” Sept. 10-25. Details here.

Beef & Boards returns to “Camelot,” through Oct. 10. Details here.

Todd Rundgren plays Clowes Hall with opening act The Fixx, Sept. 11. Details here.

Rob Dixon and friends jazz up the final concert in the White River State Park Family Arts Series, Sept. 11 at the Celebration Amphitheater. Details here.

Indiana Wind Symphony presents “PT Barnum at 200 and H.O. Reed at 100,” celebrating the showman and the composer, Sept. 12 at St. Luke’s. Details here.

River North Dance Company takes the stage at Ball State’s Emens Auditorium Sept. 12. Details here.

Billy Bragg performs at the Vogue, Sept. 14. Details here. http://thevogue.com/upcomingshows#billybragg

The main event isn’t until the 18th, but Indy Jazz Fest technically begins this week with Raul Midon, the Preservation Hall Jazz Band, and Simone performing Sept. 13, 14 and 15, respectively, at The Jazz Kitchen. Details here.