LOPRESTI: Indiana—that northern school that plays good baseball
IU beats the odds by creating a baseball power in Bloomington.
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Zoo expecting huge boost from $26M orangutan center
The Simon Skjodt International Orangutan Center opens at the Indianapolis Zoo May 24 (members get a look beginning May 21). And it’s hard to imagine a bigger zoological box-office draw than an octet of expressive, engaged, personality-overflowing primates
Bid says 2 new hotels possible before 2018 Super Bowl
The city on Wednesday turned in a 900-page bid to host the 2018 Super Bowl that mentions the possibility of two new downtown hotels. Meanwhile, a Colts official said owner Jim Irsay plans to help lobby for the city’s bid at the May 19-21 NFL owners meeting.
Upcoming ‘Superstar’ features ‘N Sync-er, Sex Pistol and Destiny’s Child
Andrew Lloyd Webber arena showing coming to Bankers Life Fieldhouse. Is revival cast enough to revive interest?
You-review-it Monday
My weekend included Dance Kaleidoscope at the Indianapolis Museum of Art. And yours?
Zoo lands $5M gift for new orangutan center
The $26M exhibit will be named the Simon Skjodt International Orangutan Center in recognition of the donation from Indianapolis philanthropist Cindy Simon Skjodt.
DINING: Delicia’s ‘little mule’ of a neighbor offers big flavors
La Mulita has a roadside cantina vibe, a street-food menu, and an emphasis on lunch.
LOU’S VIEWS: No mystery why IRT closes season with whodunit
Sure-footed and with no real desire to explore new territory, Ken Ludwig’s ‘The Game’s Afoot,’ grafts a fictional mystery onto a real-life actor.
LOPRESTI: NBA’s verdict satisfies, but Sterling case begs tough question
Sad case of Los Angeles Clippers owner leaves us wondering about the future of privacy.
Longtime Indianapolis Opera director resigns
Artistic Director James Caraher has tendered his resignation after 33 years with the Indianapolis Opera, the general manager of the struggling arts organization said Wednesday afternoon.
Ticket giveaway: Broad Ripple Art Fair
Win a four-pack of tickets to the annual benefit for the Indianapolis Art Center.
Tony nominations: No love for Radcliffe, McKellen, or Stewart
Thoughts on the just-announced Tony nominations. Also, worst poster and worst head shot of the year.
You-review-it Monday: Stutz Artists Open House and more
What did you see, hear or do on the A&E front this weekend?
NRA seeks universal gun law at national meeting
The nation’s largest gun-rights group, which officially opens its convention of about 70,000 people Friday in Indianapolis, wants Congress to require that concealed weapons permits issued in one state be recognized everywhere, even when the local requirements differ.
LOU’S VIEWS: Harry Potter star leads a Broadway stunner—plus more from NY stages
Reviews of “The Realistic Joneses,” “A Gentleman’s Guide to Love and Murder,” “Les Miserables,” and “Violet.”
DINING: Will Nameless Pizza make name for itself?
Fountain Square pizza joint opts for secret location and simple pricing. We gathered some nameless reviewers for a taste.
LOPRESTI: Pacers fans get two teams for price of one: Good and Bad
The Good Pacers will be facing Miami in a couple of weeks … the Bad Pacers will be playing golf.
Robin Thicke and Jim Gaffigan among State Fair headliners
Coliseum concert series announced. Lynyrd Skynyrd and American Idol tour also set for July/August.