With ‘The Duel,’ Indiana’s Pigasus Pictures enters the big leagues
Global content platform Lionsgate will release made-in-Indiana film “The Duel” in 500 U.S. theaters on July 31.
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Ale Emporium to expand to Avon with new restaurant
The fourth Ale Emporium is expected to open next spring in a retail center that includes a Rural King and D-Bat baseball academy.
Chaka Khan to headline Indy Jazz Fest finale at White River State Park
Everwise Amphitheater at White River State Park, the Jazz Kitchen and The Cabaret will host Indy Jazz Fest performances in September.
Kite Realty gives new life to 65-year-old Nora Plaza
Five years after Indianapolis-based Kite bought the shopping center, the developer has invested in utilities, signage and infrastructure and is adding eye-catching tenants West Elm, Williams Sonoma and Bluemercury.
Indiana stands in for Amsterdam in short film focused on Holocaust
Two sold-out screenings of “The Ice Cream Man” are planned next week during the Indy Shorts International Film Festival.
Sahm’s Tavern up next for Irvington spot associated with Black Acre, Scarlet Lane
Sahm’s Hospitality Group plans to resurrect its Sahm’s Tavern concept by taking over an Irvington address that’s been a taproom for two different Indianapolis craft breweries.
Starbucks, Panda Express planned at Glendale Town Center
Orange chicken and Frappuccinos will be sold from standalone locations near the intersection of North Keystone Avenue and East 62nd Street.
Musical inspired by serial killer H.H. Holmes is back to slay
“White City Murder” is a musical based on a string of murders committed by H.H. Holmes during the Chicago World’s Fair of 1893.
New Harmony Project brings together 8 theater companies for PlayFest Indy
Readings of plays are planned at the Phoenix Theatre Cultural Center, Indianapolis Repertory Theatre, Storefront Theatre and Fonseca Theatre.
Big Car outlines plans for contemporary art museum in ‘Big Tube’ space
The not-for-profit is renovating a 40,000-square-foot former factory near Garfield Park into a center that will also include a performance space, incubator storefronts, art and audio studios and more.
Mambo’s Cheesesteak Grill adds location at Salesforce Tower
Restaurateur Carla McDaniel opened the original Mambo’s Cheesesteak Grill at Indianapolis City Market in 2015.
Teaching kids or going for scares, Emmanuel Carter is an energetic rising star
The 36-year-old actor, who grew up in Indianapolis and lives in Fishers, made his on-screen debut more than a decade ago.
Theater company to launch with story of trailblazing Black woman who played pro ball in Indianapolis
“Toni Stone,” a play based on a woman who joined the roster of Negro League baseball’s Indianapolis Clowns in 1953, will serve as the debut production of the Indianapolis Black Theatre Co.
Wahlburgers in Carmel, MOTW Coffee & Pastries in Castleton close
Boston-based chef Paul Wahlberg founded Wahlburgers, a chain co-owned by his brothers, actors Mark and Donnie Wahlberg. The Carmel location was the only one in Indiana.
Fishers-based metals recycling company agrees to SPAC merger
American Metals LLC, a subsidiary of Fishers-based American Resources Corp., announced plan this week to merge with New York City-based AI Transportation Acquisition Corp. in a move intended to take the Indiana company public.
Audacious variations on funnel cakes, chicken wings among new vendor items at Indiana State Fair
Peanut Butter & Jelly Chicken Wings and Tang-A-Rang Smoked Chicken Wings served with Kool-Aid Infused Pickles are just two of more than three dozen novel culinary creations that will be available at the fair, scheduled for Aug. 2-18.
Revival of Taste of Indy festival planned at White River State Park
Taste of Indy, returning after a five-year hiatus, will showcase restaurants such as St. Elmo Steak House, Iozzo’s Garden of Italy and Chicken Scratch.
Seth Rogen, chef Neal Brown among film subjects at Indy Shorts festival
The seventh annual Indy Shorts festival, scheduled July 23-28 at Living Room Theaters and Newfields, will present 180 films.
Buddy Guy leads final additions to Indiana State Fair concert lineup
Buddy Guy among four Indiana State Fair concerts announced to complete 15-day schedule at the Hoosier Lottery Free Stage.
Outdoor retailer L.L. Bean to open first Indianapolis store
The 16,500-square-foot store will take over part of a space previously occupied by a Buy Buy Baby that closed in 2023.