With ‘Curious Incident,’ Civic Theatre seeks understanding
Director Jay Hemphill describes “The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time” as an adventure, a murder mystery and a family drama.
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Sports entertainment firm Cosm eyeing downtown Indy for venue, sources say
Cosm venues, which have been described as a cross between a traditional sports bar, the Sphere in Las Vegas and an Imax movie theater, already are operating in Los Angeles and Dallas.
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Chatterbox owner calls political clash a ‘set-up’; customer says she was there for music
A video of a March 14 exchange between a bartender at the Chatterbox and a woman wearing a “Make America Great Again” hat has sparked a flurry of online reaction.
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Trump moves to gut several agencies focused on museums, libraries, Voice of America
One order signed Friday night calls for the agencies—some of which are focused on minority business enterprises, museum and library services, and homelessness prevention—to “be eliminated to the maximum extent consistent with applicable law.”
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Deputy Mayor Judith Thomas named new CEO of Indy Arts Council
Judith Thomas, a former president of the Madam Walker Legacy Center, will begin her tenure as leader of Indy Arts Council in mid-April.
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Indy theater’s artistic director no longer with organization after domestic violence accusation
The founding artistic director of the Indianapolis Black Theatre Co. faces a felony charge of strangulation and misdemeanor charges of domestic battery and battery resulting in bodily injury.
Indianapolis Pizza Festival to debut this summer on Monument Circle
TikTok food critic Tommy Barrett wants to find the best pizza in Indiana during a summer festival on Monument Circle.
Theaters represented by ACLU sue NEA over ‘gender ideology’ policy
The lawsuit argues that the NEA’s policy violates the Constitution “by imposing a vague and viewpoint-based restriction on artists’ speech.”
Parades, punk rock and a skate park intersect at Sequence event company
Bryan Apolskis has had one of the most unusual entertainment careers in the city. Apolskis serves as event director for the St. Patrick’s Day Parade and he owns the only indoor skate park in Indianapolis.
Circle City’s identity drives art program at InterContinental Hotel
The luxury hotel pays tribute to Broad Ripple High School alum David Letterman among 24 pieces displayed in lobbies, hallways, meeting rooms and guest rooms.
Crackers, a fixture in Indianapolis stand-up comedy since 1982, closes
Crackers Comedy Club, 207 N. Delaware St., was the final location for a stand-up brand launched in Broad Ripple in 1982.
Gene Hackman’s role in ‘Hoosiers’ led to unforgettable, beloved film for fans far beyond Indiana
“Hoosiers,” featuring Hackman as Hickory Huskers Coach Norman Dale, was ranked as the No. 1 sports film of all-time by The Associated Press in 2020.
Documentary connects distinct factions of ‘Haughville USA’
Directed by Ben Rose, founding artistic director of Indianapolis Black Theatre Co., “Haughville USA” is scheduled to premiere Friday.
Kevin Hart’s production company named ‘cultural curator’ for Pacers Sports & Entertainment
The partners will produce a music and comedy festival during this summer’s WNBA All-Star weekend in Indianapolis.
Indianapolis-based Audiochuck podcast network receives $40M investment
Founded by “Crime Junkie” podcast host Ashley Flowers, Audiochuck plans to use its first influx of outside capital to grow the company.
Indy Pride unveils lineup for two-day music series at American Legion Mall
Indy Pride Inc. will present “Unwritten” singer Natasha Bedingfield as one of the headliners for its concert series.
The Rev. Josh Peyton is old-school success story in modern music industry
“Honeysuckle,” the Big Damn Band’s 11th studio album, arrives on Friday.
Children’s Museum of Indianapolis and Disney Jr. are ‘Clubhouse’ pals
“Mickey Mouse Clubhouse: The Exhibit,” born from a partnership between the Children’s Museum of Indianapolis and Disney Jr., is scheduled to open Saturday.
Bret Michaels, All-American Rejects to share Carb Day concert bill
The Carb Day concert, traditionally headlined by rock acts, is one of three music events leading up to the 109th running of the Indianapolis 500.
Ruoff Music Center discontinues season passes for lawn seating
Ending the “Lawnie Pass” promotion is one of several changes coming to the venue in its 2025 concert season.
Lawsuits tell story behind WonderRoad music festival’s ‘pause’
The principals behind Cleveland-based Elevation Festivals LLC, which organized and financed the festival here and similar events in other cities, are now split into two camps that are suing each other.
Indianapolis musicians to perform at Pro Volleyball Federation All-Star Match
The Indianapolis-based organization that served as creative director for 2024’s NBA All-Star Tip-Off celebration is lining up live music and art experiences for the first Pro Volleyball Federation All-Star Match.
Introducing talent remains the mission at 37th ‘Meet the Artists’ exhibition
Overall, 24 visual artists make up the roster for this year’s “Meet the Artists” exhibition at Central Library, which runs through March.
Organizers eye 2026 return for I Made Rock ’n’ Roll festival
Organized by cultural development firm GangGang, the first I Made Rock ’n’ Roll festival featured Janelle Monáe as its headlining artist.