LOU’S VIEWS: Art show spans centuries
When you go, don’t make a beeline for the third-floor galleries dedicated to the show. Instead, start in the lobby, where you’ll find a room devoted to Anila Quayyum Agha’s “Intersections.”
Arts & Entertainment
Articles
LOPRESTI: Time for another sports mash-up in Indy
Eight reasons why the first weekend in April is a really big deal.
Zoo to keep baby orangutan under wraps for now
Indianapolis Zoo officials hope the as-yet-unnamed baby ape—born Wednesday in a rare in-captivity birth for orangutans—will inspire visitors to aid conservation efforts and help further socialize the zoo's other orangutans.
Film review: ‘Batman v Superman’ v my patience
I never thought I’d say I miss the cheerfulness of Christopher Nolan’s Batman movies.
Priority list includes music, magic, and a hole in the ground
The Eiteljorg celebrates the Grand Canyon via art and artifacts, educational programs, storytelling, films and more
New hotel boosts downtown Muncie tourism business
Only three months in, Muncie's most recent major investment to its downtown corridor seems to be luring hundreds of people who otherwise might never have visited.
Time for Three at turning point as De Pue exits
Co-founder Zach De Pue—who also serves as ISO concertmaster and principal violinist—has announced that he and the group have amicably separated.
LOU’S VIEWS: Not on the fence about IRT’s ‘Fences’
Plus thoughts on the Phoenix Theatre’s thriller ‘On Clover Road’
DINING: Downtown’s new Nada gets the nod
Stressing neither slavish authenticity nor pandering conventionality, Nada fills another hole at Circle Centre
LOPRESTI: Attucks’ perfect season started a wild, 60-year ride
The state tournament has taken many twists and turns since the historic outcome of 1956.
Review: ‘Newsies’ on tour
A strong tour brings the Disney-flop-film-turned-unlikely-Broadway-hit to theatrical life for a stint at Clowes Hall.
Priority list includes Jane Austen opera, visit from ‘Newsies,’ more
Also on the high-hopes list: A celebration of Indiana art at the State Museum.
Six plays selected as finalists for $40K in prize money
I have the honor of announcing the winners in April. I’m thrilled new plays are being honored and produced.
DINING: All-you-can-eat sushi on Pendleton Pike? Just roll with it
At Watami Sushi, what you may give up in strong flavors, you gain in accessibility and low cost.
Madame Walker Theatre names interim leader
Anita Harden, retired president of Community Hospital East, will guide the local cultural organization while it evaluates its long-term strategy.
BASILE: A musical discovery, a relocated monastery and more in Miami
New World Symphony’s mission is to prepare highly gifted graduates of distinguished music programs for leadership roles in orchestras and ensembles around the world.
LOPRESTI: The most enduring ‘what ifs’ in Hoosier basketball history
In an alternative universe, IU was a dynasty and Gordon Hayward hit the biggest shot of all time.
DINING: All-you-can-eat sushi on Pendleton Pike? Just roll with it
At Watami Sushi, what you may give up in strong flavors, you gain in accessibility and low cost.
LOU’S VIEWS: Bamboo beyond baskets
And as evidenced in Herron Galleries’ latest show, artists working in this medium can combine stunning craftsmanship with artistic vision to create a range of wonders.
Roundup: Local poet scores $100K prize, Butler to host new fest, more
Plus, Phoenix to be first regional theater in the country to stage Broadway hit “Hand to God.”