Priority list include dining at the Speedway, an auto show at the IMA, more
Plus a John Lennon celebration from Encore Vocal Arts and a trio of choices for starting your First Friday trek.
Lou Harry
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Ticket giveaway: Kenny Chesney
Win tickets to The Big Revival Tour, coming to Lucas Oil Stadium May 9.
REVIEW: High-quality art is at the heart of 21c Museum Hotel
What should we expect if plans go through for the conversion and expansion of the former city hall and state museum into a 21c Museum Hotel? Judging from a recent trip to the flagship 21c in Louisville, the answer is: an expansive venue housing a mind-expanding array of 21st century work. Also, an anchor for the downtown art scene. Plus, a top-tier (and free) tourist attraction.
LOU’S VIEWS: Ball State poet’s new book combines dread, humor
“Dirty Bomb” is the latest book of poetry by Mark Neely, who recently landed one of 36 NEA creative writing grants,
DINING: Pork palace with curious name takes over Circle basement
Well, at least you can’t say that Bacon, Legs & Turntables is copying anyone’s concept.
A&E roundup: $10K arts fellows, Drum Corps goes big (screen), IMA movies, more
Plus Tony-winner Heather Headley, who grew up in Fort Wayne, to play the Witch in MUNY “Into the Woods” this summer.
Harry Connick Jr., Yo-Yo Ma, Ira Glass and Lech Walesa in Palladium lineup
Fifth season announced for Center for the Performing Arts includes country stars Tanya Tucker, Ronnie Milsap and Rosanne Cash.
Priority list includes Loretta Lynn and a celebration of Eiteljorg addition
Last minute change: Audra McDonald postpones due to illness.
REVIEWS: ‘Rapture, Blister, Burn’ at TOTS and ‘The Drowsy Chaperone’ at Beef & Boards
A smart, funny play and a not-adapted-from-anything musical each get worthwhile local productions.
Storytelling Arts teaches business community the power of a good yarn
Storytelling Arts of Indiana is conducting workshops to help teach businesspeople how to better tell their companies’ stories.
DINING: Passione Pane keeps it simple
Unimposing independent Fishers wood-fired pizzeria has limited menu but knows how to deliver. Fresh bread, too.
LOU’S VIEWS: ‘Dontrell,’ Humana Fest, and the shock—and pleasure—of the new
Four days and eight new plays lead to a greater appreciation of adventurous audiences.
B’way in Indy season includes ‘Once,’ ‘Newsies,’ and the return of ‘Mormon’
Season starts in December with “Cirque Dreams Holidaze.” Yes, I had to look that one up.
‘Gatsby,’ ‘Mockingbird’ and an August Wilson classic on new IRT schedule
The state’s largest regional theater announced a lineup filled with familiar names and titles … plus a few wildcards.
Priority list includes Neil Diamond, Angela Brown, more
Butler ArtsFest continues while the Madame Walker screens the classic musical “Cabin in the Sky.”
Ticket giveaway: Stutz Artists Open House
A sure sign of spring, the annual gallery hop/musical event happens April 24-25. Want to go?
LOU’s VIEWS: Focused exhibition highlights a world-class Hoosier photojournalist
Stunning in its focus, understated in its design, “Art Meets News” at the Indiana State Museum showcases photos by Bill Foley.
DINING: Beer-driven newbie Yard House lacks identity, embraces variety
You might have already dined at Yard House on a business trip to California, its home base, where it has 20 locations. Or Las Vegas, where its three outposts include the Red Rock Casino.
Museum of Art rolls out changes under new admission fee
The changes are part of IMA’s transition from a primarily free-to-the-public facility to a ticketed attraction, which officially begins Tuesday.
Priority list includes Artsfest outlaws, a poetic play, a singing chaperone, more
Both Butler University and the University of Indianapolis are enlivened by arts activity this week.