Broadway in Indianapolis Announces 'Pick Five' Package for 2014-15 Season, Featuring MAMMA MIA!, ELF, JOSEPH and More!

Broadway in Indianapolis announces a "Pick Five Package" for the all-new 2014-2015 season which includes MAMMA MIA!, ELF THE MUSICAL, THE ILLUSIONISTS - Witness The Impossible, ANNIE, JOSEPH AND THE AMAZING TECHNICOLR DREAMCOAT, DISNEY'S BEAUTY AND THE BEAST, presented by NETworks, and DIRTY DANCING.

"We have programmed a season to cultivate and grow new and younger audiences," says Broadway in Indianapolis president Leslie Broecker. "We will be offering more educational opportunities, interactive workshops and enrichment activities for students and families than ever before, and now we're giving families the opportunity to create a five-show package that works for them."

PICK FIVE FROM THE 2014-2015 SEASON SHOWS:

MAMMA MIA! October 3-5, 2014 Clowes Memorial Hall

ELF THE MUSICAL December 16-21, 2014 Old National Centre

THE ILLUSIONISTS January 20-25, 2015 Old National Centre

ANNIE February 24-March 1, 2015 Old National Centre

JOSEPH AND THE AMAZING TECHNICOLOR DREAMCOAT April 7-12, 2015 Clowes Memorial Hall

DISNEY'S BEAUTY AND THE BEAST May 1-3, 2015 Clowes Memorial Hall

DIRTY DANCING June 9-14, 2015 Clowes Memorial Hall

To pick five 2014-2015 Broadway in Indianapolis Season shows:

1. Select your seats in person at the Broadway in Indianapolis Box Office in the Marott Center at 342 Massachusetts Avenue, Monday - Friday, 9:00am-5:00pm

2. Call the Broadway Across America toll-free Indianapolis Season Ticket Hotline at 800-793-7469. The Hotline hours are Monday - Friday, 9:00am-5:00pm.

Prices for the five-show season ticket package range between $134-$488 depending on seat location.

EXCLUSIVE SEASON TICKET HOLDER REWARDS:

• Flexible ticket exchanges
• No upgrade charges for exchanged seats in same price level regardless of performance.
• Priority purchase opportunities for additional tickets to series shows and all season specials.

· Lost ticket insurance and replacement service.

· Purchasing privileges in any of our other Broadway Across America cities.

• Same premium seat location for all season shows.

· Priority renewal for future seasons.

SEASON PATRON CLUB - In addition to all of the regular season ticket holder benefits, special Patron Club season tickets (available with an annual membership fee) guarantee seating in the front orchestra, royalty balcony and front balcony (Old National Centre); and front main floor and first three rows of the first terrace (Clowes Memorial Hall), and include extended benefits such as complimentary parking* at Old National Centre for season shows, and name recognition in the souvenir PLAYBILL program.

Broadway in Indianapolis shows typically run for one week at the Murat Theatre at Old National Centre and Clowes Memorial Hall. Performance options are Tuesday through Thursday evenings at 7:30pm, Friday evenings at 8:00pm, Saturdays at 2:00 & 8:00pm and Sundays at 1:00 & 6:30pm. (All times are subject to change). An American Sign Language interpreted performance for the deaf is regularly scheduled for the Sunday evening, 6:30pm show. Audio described performances for the visually impaired are also available upon request. Anyone requiring either of these services or accommodations for the physically challenged should request so when purchasing season tickets.

GROUP SALES AND SINGLE TICKETS - Group sales information is now available for all shows. Reservations may be made by calling Group Sales Manager, Chris Schneider, at 317-632-7469 x 103 or email at Chris.Schneider@BroadwayAcrossAmerica.com. For more information visit BroadwayInIndianapolis.com. Tickets for individual shows are not available at this time and typically go on sale to the general public 4-6 weeks prior to the opening of the show.

*parking is limited and cannot be guaranteed

More About 2014-2015 Season Shows:

MAMMA MIA!

MAMMA MIA! is the ultimate feel-good show that has audiences coming back again and again to relive the thrill. Now it's your turn to have the time of your life at this smash-hit musical that combines ABBA's greatest hits, including "Dancing Queen," "S.O.S.," "Super Trouper," "Take A Chance on Me" and "The Winner Takes It All," with an enchanting tale of love, laughter and friendship. Whether it's your first visit or your fourteenth, see the show that has the whole world coming back for more, because every time feels like the first time at MAMMA MIA!.

ELF THE MUSICAL

ELF is the hilarious tale of Buddy, a young orphan child who mistakenly crawls into Santa's bag of gifts and is transported back to the North Pole. Unaware that he is actually human, Buddy's enormous size and poor toy-making abilities cause him to face the truth. With Santa's permission, Buddy embarks on a journey to New York City to find his birth father, discover his true identity, and help New York remember the true meaning of Christmas. This modern day Christmas classic is sure to make everyone embrace their inner ELF.

Based on the beloved 2003 New Line Cinema hit, ELF features songs by Tony Award nomineesMatthew Sklar and Chad Beguelin (The Wedding Singer), with a book by Tony Award winnersThomas Meehan (Annie, The Producers, Hairspray) and Bob Martin (The Drowsy Chaperone).

THE ILLUSIONISTS - Witness The Impossible

Direct from Broadway, the world's best selling magic show is coming to Indianapolis.

This mind blowing spectacular showcases the jaw dropping talents of seven of the most incredible Illusionists on earth. The Illusionists has shattered box office records across the globe and dazzles audiences of all ages with a powerful mix of the most outrageous and astonishing acts ever to be seen on stage. This non-stop show is packed with thrilling and sophisticated magic of unprecedented proportions.

ANNIE

Leapin' Lizards!

The world's best-loved musical returns in time-honored form. Directed by original lyricist and director Martin Charnin and choreographed by Liza Gennaro, this production of ANNIE will be a brand new incarnation of the iconic original.

Featuring book and score by Tony Award-winners Thomas Meehan, Charles Strouse and Martin Charnin, ANNIE includes such unforgettable songs as "It's the Hard Knock Life," "Easy Street," "I Don't Need Anything But You," plus the eternal anthem of optimism, "Tomorrow."

JOSEPH AND THE AMAZING TECHNICOLOR DREAMCOAT

THE BLOCKBUSTER MUSICAL RETURNS

STARRING DIANA DeGARMO AND ACE YOUNG

One of the most enduring shows of all time, Tim Rice & Andrew Lloyd Webber's JOSEPH AND THE AMAZING TECHNICOLOR DREAMCOAT is the irresistible family musical about the trials and triumphs of Joseph, Israel's favorite son.

Directed and choreographed by Tony Award-winner Andy Blankenbuehler, this new production will feature Broadway/television star Diana DeGarmo (Hairspray, Hair) as The Narrator and Broadway star Ace Young (Grease, Hair) as Joseph.

Retelling the Biblical story of Joseph, his eleven brothers and the coat of many colors, this magical musical is full of unforgettable songs including Those Canaan Days, Any Dream Will Do and Close Every Door. Book your tickets and be part of the magic!

NETworks presents DISNEY'S BEAUTY AND THE BEAST

The romantic Broadway musical for all generations, Disney's BEAUTY AND THE BEAST, the smash hit Broadway musical, is coming to Indianapolis! Based on the Academy Award-winning animated feature film, this eye-popping spectacle has won the hearts of over 35 million people worldwide. This classic musical love story is filled with unforgettable characters, lavish sets and costumes, and dazzling production numbers including "Be Our Guest" and the beloved title song. Experience the romance and enchantment of Disney's BEAUTY AND THE BEAST at Clowes Memorial Hall.

DIRTY DANCING

DIRTY DANCING - THE CLASSIC STORY ON STAGE is an unprecedented live experience, exploding with heart-pounding music, passionate romance, and sensational dancing.

Seen by millions across the globe, this worldwide smash hit tells the classic story of Baby and Johnny, two fiercely independent young spirits from different worlds who come together in what will be the most challenging and triumphant summer of their lives. Featuring the hit songs, "Hungry Eyes," "Hey Baby," "Do you Love Me?" and the heart stopping "(I've Had) The Time of My Life."

Don't miss your chance to see this record-breaking live theatre sensation. You'll have the time of your life!

BROADWAY ACROSS AMERICA (Producer), part of the Key Brand Entertainment family of companies which includes Broadway.com and is operated by British theatre producer John Gore (Owner & CEO). Broadway Across America presents first-class touring musicals and plays across 40 North American cities and, under the supervision of Beth Williams (CEO - Theater Division), is dedicated to the development and production of new and diverse theatre. Recent and current Broadway productions include Hands on a Hardbody; How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying; Memphis; Million Dollar Quartet (Broadway, off-Broadway, West End, US Tour, Las Vegas); One Man, Two Guvnors; The Gershwins' Porgy and Bess; and the Toronto production of War Horse. Upcoming: Tuck Everlasting, Little Miss Sunshine, Big Fish, and The Blonde Streak. For more information, visit BroadwayAcrossAmerica.com.