Jennifer Hudson to sing during halftime of NBA All-Star Game
Indianapolis native Kenny “Babyface” Edmonds will sing “The Star-Spangled Banner” before the All-Star Game at Gainbridge Fieldhouse.
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Machine Gun Kelly, Shaquille O’Neal to share NBA All-Star Weekend bill
Musical performances are planned in conjunction with a special TNT “Inside the NBA” telecast at the Indiana Conventions Center.
Riley Green to headline Legends Day concert during Indy 500 weekend
For the third consecutive year, Everwise Amphitheater at White River State Park will host the Legends Day concert.
IBJ Podcast: Here’s what to see and do during All-Star Weekend
IBJ arts and entertainment writer Dave Lindquist talks about the All-Star Weekend schedule of concerts and other entertainment so far and explains what central Indiana residents can do to enjoy the festiities—even if they don’t have a ticket to the game.
Author John Green’s current chapter is focused on a healthier human race
Green’s new journey to becoming a leading advocate for wiping out tuberculosis worldwide has its roots in another of his philanthropic interests: the health of mothers and infants in Sierra Leone.
IU to debut ‘Kavalier & Clay’ opera after Los Angeles premiere scrapped
Mason Bates’ composition, based on Michael Chabon’s Pulitzer Prize-winning novel, is a co-commission with the Metropolitan Opera and was to have originated at the Dorothy Chandler Pavilion on Oct. 26.
Former Newfields CEO joins Martin University board of trustees
Martin University President Sean Huddleston was one of six Newfields board of trustees members to step down in the weeks before and after the organization announced Burnette’s abrupt exit.
DJ-producer Excision unveiled as headliner for Indy 500 Snake Pit concert
The infield party on May 26 will showcase five DJs in total before and during the 108th running of the Indy 500, track officials announced Tuesday.
Gayle King, Stephen A. Smith, Rakim among celebs announced for events during All-Star Weekend
Four recently announced events—not formally affiliated with the NBA—are scheduled at the NCAA Hall of Champions, Madam Walker Legacy Center, Hinkle Fieldhouse and Indiana Roof Ballroom.
X pauses some Taylor Swift searches as deepfake explicit images spread
Sexually explicit and abusive fake images of Swift began circulating widely last week on X. It’s made her the most famous victim of a scourge that tech platforms and anti-abuse groups have struggled to fix.
At Black Future Haus, the star will be innovation
Be Nimble Foundation will take over a downtown event space during NBA All-Star Weekend to create a tech and entertainment hub known as Black Future Haus.
Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra selects Jun Märkl as music director
Jun Märkl’s tenure as music director is scheduled to begin Sept. 1, which marks the beginning of the ISO’s 2024-25 season.
IBJ Podcast: Huddling with the Indiana artists painting 24 massive basketballs for All-Star Weekend
For the NBA All-Star Weekend set for Feb. 15-18, local organizers hit on a way to put a distinctly Hoosier spin on the areas downtown that will host the most visitors, playing off of the concept of Hoosier Hysteria.
Mindy Taylor Ross pairs artwork with civic, corporate and residential clients
Mindy Taylor Ross Ross made her name as the curator of public art in Indianapolis.
Carmel’s Gregory Hancock Dance Theatre to revisit frontier days
February performances of “The Wild Wild West” are planned at the Florence at the Academy of Gregory Hancock Dance Theatre.
DJ-producer Zedd announced as NBA All-Star Weekend performer
The performance by the Electronic Dance Music star is one of three concerts planned at the Indiana Convention Center.
Music, visual arts highlight NBA All-Star host committee’s cultural plans
Nearly 90 public artworks will be installed to celebrate the NBA All-Star Game scheduled for Feb. 18 at Gainbridge Fieldhouse.
New 600-capacity entertainment venue in Plainfield unveils preview events
Hendricks Live, a component of the new Plainfield Civic Center, on Tuesday announced three concerts and a series of community open houses.
Basketball court at airport welcomes visitors ahead of NBA All-Star Weekend
Numerous other graphics and arts installations also are being placed throughout Indianapolis International Airport to welcome visitors, participants and media to Indianapolis for All-Star events.
IBJ Podcast: New play about Oscar Robertson, historic Crispus Attucks team to debut in Indy
Playwright Laura Town and director Deborah Asante discuss the production and the achievements of Robertson and his teammates, who excelled despite having no home court—and some being displaced from their actual homes.