DINING: Tortilla reform on Mass Ave
First in a month-long series of food-and-a-drink eatery reviews.
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LOU’S VIEWS: A critical mass of theater critics descend on Indy
A pack of conferencing critics had their eyes opened to Indy’s arts pleasures. In turn, they opened my eyes to some things I shouldn’t take for granted.
Ticket giveaway: Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra’s ‘Rite of Spring’
This week, win tickets to hear Stravinsky’s groundbreaking piece.
A&E priority list for March 28-April 3
A wide range of offerings, from “American Idiot” to Easter at the Zoo, make the recommended list.
Outside theater critics chime in on Indy experiences
While under no obligation to write about their experiences at the American Theatre Critics Association conference in Indianapolis last week, scribes from around the country can’t help but offer opinions.
ISO season: Cole Porter, Sandi Patty, Mario Venzago
The most surprising thing on the Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra’s lineup isn’t the mix of classics and pops or the name of a guest violinist or pianist. Rather, it’s the return of former Music Director Mario Venzago.
Beauty and the teach: Robby Benson joins IU faculty
The vocal star of Disney’s “Beauty and the Beast” and 1970s film icon (“Ice Castles,” “Ode to Billy Joe”) to join telecommunications faculty.
You-review-it Monday
For me, the weekend included leading critics from around the country to just about every theatrical venue around Indy. What was happening elsewhere?
Critics conference journal #3: Cole Porter Room, IRT and Columbia Club shine
Sometimes, in looking at the artwork, we forget to admire the frame.
Critics conference journal #2: Content and context discussed by out-of-towners
The discussions were lively among journalists from D.C. to S.F. after seeing “The Lyons” at the Phoenix.
LOU’S VIEWS: Catching up with a kaleidoscope of reviews
Thoughts on the latest from DK, Acting Up, and an American Pianists Association fellow.
DINING: Napping required after Napolese
Last in a month-long series of farm-to-table restaurant reviews.
Critics conference journal #1: Defining theatrical Indy
“Is there something unique about Indianapolis theater?” ask early arrivers for the American Theatre Critics Association conference.
Sneak peek at upcoming Monument Circle ‘piano art’
This year, the American Pianists Association classical fellowship competition will have a visual art component. Take a look here.
Ticket giveaway: ISO’s ‘Pictures at an Exhibition’
Violinist Nicola Benedetti joins the ISO and Krzysztof Urbanski and you could be there.
A&E priorities for March 21-26
A Mini Fringe, a great lady of the American theater, and a performance in a downed balloon highlight this week in arts and entertainment.
Dance Kaleidoscope’s new season includes collaborative programs
Butler and IU get into the act in an upcoming season that includes Gershwin, country tunes, and more.
Q&A: New symphony CEO preaches access, innovation
Gary Ginstling is taking over an organization trying to address four years of deficits and a shrinking endowment. Days into his new post, the CEO of the Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra talks with IBJ about priorities, fundraising and keeping musicians engaged.
You-review-it Monday
There were lots of A&E choices out there this weekend. Did you get to the ABBA tribute at the ISO? “The Whipping Man” at the IRT? “Guitars” at the Eiteljorg?
REVIEW: Thoughts on IRT’s ‘The Whipping Man’
How do religious ties hold up in a world where shackles held people in place?