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BMO Harris executive vice president will lead Indianapolis Symphonic Choir season debut.
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Foreign companies drop bids to run Indiana lottery
Two foreign companies have dropped out of the bidding to become the first private manager of Indiana's lottery, with one charging the state's process encourages bidders to set expected revenue levels too high.
Symphony, musicians resuming labor negotiations
The two sides are set to resume negotiations at about noon Wednesday in an attempt to reach an agreement on a new contract. The previous agreement expired Sunday.
Fumes sicken 13 workers at Indiana State Fairgrounds
A spokesman says more than a dozen people have been taken to hospitals after they were sickened by fumes from gas-fueled power-washing equipment while working at the Indiana State Fairgrounds.
Zoo breaks ground on $21M orangutan exhibit
Indianapolis Zoo officials are hoping to finish strong on the organization's largest fundraising effort since the zoo moved to White River State Park in 1988.
You-review-it Tuesday
A long weekend means another day to experience A&E. What did you see since Friday?
Attendance up for Indiana classic-car auction
Organizers of a long-running classic car auction in northeastern Indiana point to improved attendance and sales as signs that they've put behind the financial troubles of its former owner.
Symphony, musicians miss contract deadline
The Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra’s management and musicians failed to reach a new contract before their current deal expired Sunday night, and the parties aren’t expected to meet again until mid-September.
Two foreign firms among four interested in state lottery
Two foreign companies—one based in Australia, the other in the United Kingdom—are among four firms competing for a chance to become the first private manager of Indiana’s lottery.
Union: ISO threatening to cancel shows if demands not met
Union representatives for the Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra’s musicians said Friday that management intends to call off the first two weeks of the season if the performers do not accept the current contract proposal by Sept. 7.
Free A&E Season Preview show
Upcoming event offers a chance to see and hear from some of Central Indiana’s top performing arts groups.
LOU’S VIEWS: Notes from Indy Fringe
One of the most striking things for me this year was the lack of “must miss” shows.
Indianapolis symphony’s woes aren’t just about money
Even if the Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra’s management and musicians overcome gaping differences and reach a contract agreement, industry experts say disconcerting questions will continue to hang over the organization.
ISO, musicians still far apart in negotiations
Union representatives for Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra musicians are spilling more details about negotiations with ISO management, which is planning major structural changes to address the orchestra's ongoing financial issues.
Rain threatens weekend activities, including big NHRA race
Officials say they hope the aftermath of Hurricane Isaac won’t force them to postpone weekend festivities at Lucas Oil Raceway. Another big weekend event, Rib Fest America at Military Park, will be held rain or shine, promoters say.
‘Book of Mormon’ coming to Indy…next year
Hit Broadway musical will be part of the 2013/14 season.