Emily Ristine

Summer Stock Stage Unveils DEAR EVAN HANSEN Cast
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 16, 2026

Summer Stock Stage will present the Central Indiana premiere of DEAR EVAN HANSEN from August 5-9, 2026, at the Schrott Center for the Arts, Butler University. The production will star newcomer Preston Angus as Evan Hansen and introduce Erin Rosenfeld, the first Deaf actor to play Zoe Murphy, alongside Isabella Agresta. Rosenfeld's casting marks a significant milestone in the show's history, bringing a new dimension to the role with the incorporation of American Sign Language. This event promises

Summer Stock Stage to Debut GUYS & DOLLS SR for Seniors in Indianapolis
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 12, 2026

Summer Stock Stage's Encore program introduces 'GUYS & DOLLS SR,' a unique adaptation for seniors, with performances at Butler University's Shelton Auditorium.

Summer Stock Stage to Present Advanced Screening of Paul Thomas Anderson's ONE BATTLE AFTER ANOTHER
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 11, 2025

Summer Stock Stage will present a special advance screening of Paul Thomas Anderson's highly anticipated film, One Battle After Another. Learn more and see how to attend.

Last Chance to Vote for the BWW Indianapolis Awards; Voting Ends 12/31
by BWW Awards - Dec 26, 2023

It's the final week left to vote for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Indianapolis Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

Summer Stock Stage Names Michael Berg Raunick as New Managing Director
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 20, 2023

Summer Stock Stage is excited to announce Michael Berg Raunick as their new managing director. Raunick will oversee operations and work alongside Artistic Director Emily Ristine Holloway to continue the organization's growth.

2 Weeks to Vote for the BWW Indianapolis Awards; TICK, TICK... BOOM!, TJ LOVES SALLY 4 EVER, Phoenix Theatre & More Lead!
by BWW Awards - Dec 18, 2023

There's just two weeks left to vote and we have the latest standings as of Monday, December 18th for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Indianapolis Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

BroadwayWorld Indianapolis Awards; TICK, TICK... BOOM!, TJ LOVES SALLY 4 EVER, Phoenix Theatre & More Lead!
by BWW Awards - Dec 11, 2023

It's the final 3 weeks and we have the latest standings as of Monday, December 11th for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Indianapolis Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

BroadwayWorld Indianapolis Awards December 5th Standings; TICK, TICK... BOOM! Leads Best Musical!
by BWW Awards - Dec 5, 2023

It's December, and the first standings of the month have been announced as of Tuesday, December 5th for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Indianapolis Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

Latest Standings Announced For The 2023 BroadwayWorld Indianapolis Awards; TJ LOVES SALLY 4 EVER Leads Best Play!
by BWW Awards - Nov 27, 2023

Happy Holidays! The latest wave of standings have been announced as of Monday, November 27th for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Indianapolis Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

Photos: First Look At THE RISE AND FALL OF HOLLY FUDGE
by Stephi Wild - Nov 29, 2022

T he Rise and Fall of Holly Fudge by Trista Baldwin is now playing at the Phoenix Theatre Indianapolis.

THE RISE AND FALL OF HOLLY FUDGE Comes To The Phoenix Theatre This Holiday Season!
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 11, 2022

The Rise and Fall of Holly Fudge by Trista Baldwin kicks off the Phoenix holiday season on Nov. 26, and will run five weekends until Dec. 23.

Review: TICK, TICK…BOOM! at Phoenix Theatre
by Melissa Hall - Oct 18, 2022

The story resonates with any artist who has questioned their future. By the end, you feel like you're part of the tight-knit trio as they navigate the difficult passage from their 20s into the next inevitable stage.

TICK, TICK…BOOM! Explodes Onto The Phoenix Theatre Stage On September 30
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 19, 2022

Tick, Tick...BOOM! tells the story of an aspiring composer named Jon, who lives in New York City in 1990. Jon is worried he made the wrong career choice to be part of the performing arts; the audience follows Jon's journey as he decides what to do with the time he's given.

SPRING AWAKENING: In Concert Musical Benefit Concert Supports All-Options Hoosier Abortion Fund
by Stephi Wild - Jul 13, 2022

On August 13th, Spring Awakening: In Concert will rock the stage of The Cabaret for an important cause - raising money for All-Options and their Hoosier Abortion Fund.

Photo Flash: Get A First Look At THOROUGHLY MODERN MILLIE At Summer Stock Stage
by Stephi Wild - Jun 25, 2019

BroadwayWorld has a first look at Summer Stock Stage's Thoroughly Modern Millie with performances June 27 - 30 on the Indiana Repertory Theatre OneAmerica Main Stage. Check out photos below, and get your tickets here!

BWW Review: DOGFIGHT at Eclipse
by Melissa Hall - Jun 8, 2018

Here's the premise, it's 1963 and the night before three soldiers are about to be shipped off to Vietnam. They've decided to hold a dogfight, a marine tradition where each guy tries to find the ugliest date possible. The winner takes the pot and the girl is never the wiser. Eddie Birdlace (Patrick Dinnsen) meets Rose, a waitress who he decides will work in a pinch, unfortunately she's more than he bargained for.

Eclipse's DOGFIGHT Provides Home For Emerging Artists
by BWW News Desk - Jun 1, 2018

For fifteen years Summer Stock Stage, a premier educational theatre company in Indianapolis, has provided students ages thirteen to nineteen with an extraordinary performing arts experience. As the company neared its tenth anniversary, artistic director Emily Ristine Holloway saw a chance for Summer Stock to grow -- and a void to fill within the Indianapolis arts community.

Eclipse's DOGFIGHT Provides Home For Emerging Artists
by BWW News Desk - May 31, 2018

For fifteen years Summer Stock Stage, a premier educational theatre company in Indianapolis, has provided students ages thirteen to nineteen with an extraordinary performing arts experience. As the company neared its tenth anniversary, artistic director Emily Ristine Holloway saw a chance for Summer Stock to grow -- and a void to fill within the Indianapolis arts community.

Eclipse's DOGFIGHT Provides Home For Emerging Artists
by Stephi Wild - May 21, 2018

For fifteen years Summer Stock Stage, a premier educational theatre company in Indianapolis, has provided students ages thirteen to nineteen with an extraordinary performing arts experience. As the company neared its tenth anniversary, artistic director Emily Ristine Holloway saw a chance for Summer Stock to grow -- and a void to fill within the Indianapolis arts community.

Summer Stock Stage's Eclipse Presents DOGFIGHT
by Stephi Wild - May 18, 2018

Eclipse, the emerging artists program of Summer Stock Stage, will present the contemporary musical 'Dogfight' May 31 - June 17 at IndyFringe Basile Theatre.