Historical Society bags $3.2M from auction of Audubon works
The Indiana Historical Society paid $4,000 for "The Birds of America" in 1933 and $900 for "Viviparous Quadrupeds of North America" in 1951.
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Indianapolis Museum of Contemporary Art expanding to CityWay
iMOCA adds South Street space in a partnership that includes the Alexander Hotel. September targeted for opening.
Indiana artisans finding ways to showcase goods
The Indiana Artisan organization was founded in 2008 as part of an economic development initiative to strengthen local arts-based businesses. Today, the not-for-profit boasts 268 artisans representing 59 Indiana counties.
Company fined $50K for Indiana State Fair collapse
The company that owned the stage involved in the deadly 2011 Indiana State Fair rigging collapse has agreed to pay a $50,000 fine for safety violations.
You-review-it Monday: Out-of-town edition
I was away in New York and D.C. Which means I need to hear about what I missed here in Indy.
Review: Broadway’s new revival of ‘Les Miserables’
My biggest concern going wasn’t whether the rethought design would hold up to memories of the turntable-fueled original. It was whether I would hear the people sing…in the audience.
Indiana wineries, breweries to be featured at State Fair
Indiana State Fair Public Relations Director Andy Klotz said there is no concrete plan yet for how newly approved alcohol sales will work, but the main focus will be to promote Indiana beer and wine.
DINING: Is Fogo too expensive for you? Meet—or meat—Tucanos
Your feelings toward Tucanos Brazilian Grill in Noblesville are likely to be influenced strongly by whether you’ve dined at Fogo de Chao in downtown Indy.
LOU’S VIEWS: The Cabaret at 5
I’m not usually big on anniversary stories, but the fact that the Cabaret’s creative gamble paid off—and that its first half-decade has brought so much pleasure—warrants a birthday shout out.
LOPRESTI: More hand-wringing than hoops for three teams that fell fast
Indiana, Purdue and Butler all find themselves at a crossroads after disappointing seasons.
UPDATE: Opera confirms cancellation, ‘challenges’
Confirming an earlier IBJ report, Indianapolis Opera officials said they didn’t want to risk the possible financial strain of a fourth and final production of the season.
Indy Opera planning to cut final show, sources say
The Indianapolis Opera plans to cancel the fourth and final show of its season amid ongoing financial issues, multiple sources close to the organization said Tuesday morning.
IRT season to include ‘Red,’ ‘Good People’ and Shakespeare
“A Christmas Carol” and “The Giver” set to return, along with a Sherlock Holmes adaptation.
Kentucky teams drive surge in demand for Indy’s NCAA regional
Demand for tickets and local hotel rooms spiked once it became clear that Kentucky and Louisville would meet in the Sweet Sixteen at Lucas Oil Stadium this weekend.
You-review-it Monday
Did you get to the one-minute play fest at the Phoenix? Hear the Symphony? Catch Cashore Marionettes at the CPA?
ISO announces stars for ‘Anything Goes’ concert
Broadway vets Rachel York, Gary Beach, and Judy Kaye to appear in May performances
LOU’S VIEWS: Dramatically different plays
The IRT’s “Other Desert Cities” and Acting Up’s “A Streetcar Named Desire” demonstrate how casting choices influence a play’s impact.
LOPRESTI: Milan miracle at 60
Two Indiana hoops legends recreate March magic exactly 60 years after the game that inspired "Hoosiers." Watch 77-year-old Bobby Plump sink that final shot—twice.
DINING: Yats replacement, Liberty Street, has what it takes
With proper care, “the restaurant where Mass Ave Yats used to be” should have its own positive reputation.