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THE OUTSIDERS, KIMBERLY AKIMBO, And More Announced for Broadway In Louisville 2025-2026 Season
by A.A. Cristi - February 25, 2025


PNC Broadway in Louisville has announced its 2025-2026 Season which boasts five Louisville premieres including the 2024 Tony Award-winning Best Musical THE OUTSIDERS.

Constellation To Present MAPLE AND VINE About A 1950s Reenactment Community This Spring
by Chloe Rabinowitz - February 25, 2025


Maple & Vine, a drama written by Pulitzer Prize finalist Jordan Harrison is coming to the Constellation Playhouse in downtown Bloomington. Learn more about the production and see how to purchase tickets.

Natasha Bedingfield, Tinashe and More to Join Indy Pride's WORD OF MOUTH Lineup
by Chloe Rabinowitz - February 24, 2025


Indy Pride is thrilled has revealed the lineup for WORD OF MOUTH, the brand-new two-day music series happening June 14th and 15th, 2025, at the iconic American Legion Mall. See how to attend.

Indy Drag Theatre Opens SWEENEY TODD Drag Parody Musical
by A.A. Cristi - February 20, 2025


Indy Drag Theatre will open its fabulous, lip-synced reimagining of the Sondheim classic Sweeney Todd, this weekend, at the District Theatre. Opening Friday, February 21, at 8:00p, this drag musical runs February 21-23, 27-28, and March 1-2.

Storytelling Arts of Indiana Will Host 'The Unveiling of the Wisdom Behind World Folk & Fairy Tales'
by Stephi Wild - February 20, 2025


Storytelling Arts of Indiana is eager to usher in spring with some storytelling magic in the “The Unveiling of the Wisdom behind World Folk & Fairy Tales” with Sally Perkins and Mo Reynolds.

Review: JERSEY BOYS Brings Audiences to Their Feet at Beef & Boards
by The Marriage Matinee - February 19, 2025


From the moment the first note hit the air, Jersey Boys at Beef & Boards was nothing short of electrifying! This production captures the magic, heart, and raw energy of The Four Seasons with astonishing precision.

Franc D'Ambrosio to Perform The Music Of Andrew Lloyd Webber at Feinstein's
by Chloe Rabinowitz - February 17, 2025


Broadway legend Franc D'Ambrosio will take the stage with special guest Glory Crampton for a celebration of Andrew Lloyd Webber's musicals. Learn more and see how to attend.

Photos: JERSEY BOYS Opens At Beef & Boards
by A.A. Cristi - February 14, 2025


The remarkable story of Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons is celebrated in the Broadway hit Jersey Boys, now on stage at Beef & Boards Dinner Theatre. Check out photos from the production.

THE JOKERS OF MAGIC World Premiere is Coming to the Waldron Auditorium,
by Chloe Rabinowitz - February 12, 2025


Introducing The Jokers of Magic – an irreverent, laugh-your-butt-off night of comedy & magic! Coming to Bloomington at the Waldron Auditorium in March. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.

SHOWSTOPPERS! Film Screening To Celebrate Women Of TV Variety This March
by A.A. Cristi - February 11, 2025


The Great American Songbook Foundation is celebrating Women's History Month in March with a screening of a new PBS documentary that draws from its extensive Songbook Library & Archives.

See Matt Soverns & More Perform at Feinstein's at Hotel Carmichael in February
by Chloe Rabinowitz - February 10, 2025


Rounding out the month of February and heading into March, three nights of performances at Feinstein's at Hotel Carmichael will bring you fantastic music, and more. See the lineup and learn how to attend.

Review: NINA SIMONE: FOUR WOMEN at Indiana Repertory Theatre
by Melissa Hall - February 08, 2025


The success of this production rests on the voices of the actresses and what a success it is! Without incredible singers, the rest falls flat. Each of the four give beautiful performances, but it was the voices of Akili Ni Mali as Nina Simone and Jamecia Bennett as Sarah that brought the house down.

Feinstein’s at Hotel Carmichael to Present Monthly Dueling Pianos Night in February
by Chloe Rabinowitz - February 03, 2025


Still looking for a way to celebrate Valentine’s Day? Feinstein’s at Hotel Carmichael will present their monthly dueling pianos night in February. Need more nostalgic music? Don Farrell and Crossroads entertainment bring you two shows in February.

Review: The Sun Will Come Out When You See ANNIE at Clowes Memorial Hall
by The Marriage Matinee - February 02, 2025


From the first note of 'Tomorrow' to the final curtain call, Annie at Clowes Memorial Hall is a dazzling and joyous production that brings the beloved classic to life with fresh energy and heart.

Interview: Christopher Swan Talks ANNIE at Clowes Memorial Hall
by The Marriage Matinee - January 29, 2025


Christopher Swan shares his insights on playing Daddy Warbucks in 'Annie' at Clowes Memorial Hall, discussing his approach to the character's complexity, favorite moments on stage, and the timeless appeal of the musical to modern audiences.

National Endowment for the Arts Grant To Support Great American Songbook Academy Expansion
by A.A. Cristi - January 23, 2025


A grant from the National Endowment for the Arts will support an expansion of the Great American Songbook Foundation's flagship education program, the Songbook Academy summer intensive.

Storytelling Arts of Indiana To Observe Black History Month With THE MALAGA SHIP: A STORY OF MAINE AND THE MIDDLE PASSAGE
by A.A. Cristi - January 22, 2025


Storytelling Arts of Indiana will present a unique storytelling show to honor Black History Month. Audiences will be moved with the dynamic telling of “The Malaga Ship: A Story of Maine and the Middle Passage” told by acclaimed artist Antonio Rocha.

LOVENOTES! Comes to Indiana Landmarks
by Stephi Wild - January 21, 2025


Hosted by producer Haley Lawrence, the event showcases true stories of first love, last love, and all the messiness in between — from heartbreaking to heartwarming and humorous to healing.

Central Indiana Dance Ensemble Celebrates 25 Years Of Educating Youth In The Art Of Dance
by Stephi Wild - January 21, 2025


Central Indiana Dance Ensemble is currently celebrating 25 years of providing cultural and educational enrichment to the central Indiana community. Learn more here!

Review: MOULIN ROUGE! THE MUSICAL at Murat Theatre -- Their Gift Is Their Song
by The Marriage Matinee - January 15, 2025


No words in the vernacular can truly describe this experience. It is sweet, sexy, sad, funny, intense, and the list goes on. MOULIN ROUGE! THE MUSICAL is irresistible from start to finish.

Winners Announced For The 2024 BroadwayWorld Indianapolis Awards
by BWW Awards - January 14, 2025


Winners have been announced for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Indianapolis Awards! The 2024 Regional Awards honor regional productions, touring shows, and more which had their first performance between October 1, 2023 through September 30, 2024.

Review: MURDER ON THE ORIENT EXPRESS at Beef & Boards Dinner Theatre
by Melissa Hall - January 12, 2025


The show’s farcical first half works because the second sticks the landing. Agatha Christie was the master of the big reveal, and this is one of her best. It all comes together beautifully in the final moments.

Interview: Nick Rashad Burroughs Talks MOULIN ROUGE! at Murat Theatre
by The Marriage Matinee - January 10, 2025


Read our review with Nick Rashad Burroughs, who is currently portraying Toulouse-Lautrec in MOULIN ROUGE! at Murat Theatre.

Photos: Beef & Boards Opens 2025 Season With Agatha Christie's MURDER ON THE ORIENT EXPRESS
by A.A. Cristi - January 09, 2025


Agatha Christie’s Murder on the Orient Express, now on stage, kicks off the theatre’s 52nd Season – the first of the five new shows. Check out photos from the production.

Paul Hughes to Return to Feinstein's on Valentine's Day
by Chloe Rabinowitz - January 06, 2025


If you miss the romance, style and grace of the greats– Frank Sinatra, Bobby Darin, Dean Martin, Nat King Cole watch Paul Hughes perform at Feinstein's on Valentine's Day. Learn how to purchase tickets.


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