Review: ‘A Streetcar Named Desire’
Acting Up Production’s take on Tennessee Williams’ classic drama features a compelling Stella at its core.
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You-review-it Monday: ‘Streetcar,’ ‘Other Desert Cities,’ and more
It was a weekend packed with theatrical offerings. What did you get to see?
Pence signs bill allowing state fair alcohol sales
The law ends a 67-year ban on selling alcoholic beverages at the Indiana State Fair, positioning Indiana to join 48 other states that allow the practice.
10 observations from the Public Library Association convention
Librarians from around the country converged on the Indiana Convention Center this week. Here’s a few things I observed after a visit to the Public Library Con.
IBJ Movie Night: ‘Draft Day’ with Kevin Costner
It’s a life-changing day for an NFL GM. IBJ sneak previews Ivan Reitman’s latest
LOU’S VIEWS: Dance Kaleidoscope explores undiscovered country (& western)
Even saddled with distracting costumes, DK shines in country show. Highlights include choreographer Cynthia Pratt’s “If I Needed You.”
DINING: Rockstone rolls into Fishers
Rockstone Pizzeria & Pub is yet another new northside pizza place. Is it worth a visit?
LOPRESTI: Wichita State can join perfect Hoosiers, not beat them
Championship team members, now grandfathers, don’t mind welcoming new unbeatens to their club.
Ticket giveaway: Shen Yun
Win a pair of tickets to see the touring celebration of Chinese dance at Clowes Hall April 18-20 at Clowes Hall.
State not liable for contractor in fair stage collapse
A Marion County judge has denied Mid-America Sound Corp.’s claim that the state is financially responsible for the cost of its defense and any judgments against it over the fatal 2011 Indiana State Fair stage collapse.
Indy’s Josh Kaufman finds his voice on ‘The Voice’
The last time you heard him here might have been while you were ordering a sandwich on Monument Circle.
Review: Stephanie J. Block at the Cabaret
The Tony-nominated Broadway star of “Drood” and the pre-Menzel Elphaba offered an evening of song…and an unexpected wardrobe change.
You-review-it Monday: DK goes country, ISO fires up ‘Firebird,’ and more
Did you catch “Ghost” at the Murat? Stephanie J. Block at the Cabaret? What did you see over the weekend?
Speedway outsources concession stand operations
The Indianapolis Motor Speedway on Friday reached a multiyear deal with Illinois-based Levy Restaurants to operate concession stands and manage premium beverage operations during major events.
In viral video, Indy’s coolness is celebrated…without many specifics
A year-old video touting Indianapolis’ unique cultural life is suddenly recirculating. But what isn’t it saying?
Shelbyville horse track, casino change names
The Indiana Grand Casino and Indiana Downs in Shelbyville announced that the once-separate gaming and racing facilities will now operate as one under the new Indiana Grand Racing & Casino name.
DINING: Graeter’s for beginners
The Cincy ice cream icon comes to Indy. Here’s what the uninitiated should know.
LOU’S VIEWS: Two young companies brush up on Shakespeare
Reviews of Eclectic Pond’s “The Comedy of Errors” and IndyShakes/Wisdom Tooth’s “The Winter’s Tale.”
LOPRESTI: Time to test your knowledge of Big Ten hoops coaches
Who’s best equipped for one of the most unpredictable postseasons in years?
Soccer team owner concedes battle for stadium funds this year
The owner of the Indy Eleven soccer franchise has conceded that his push for state financing help for a proposed 18,500-seat, $87 million stadium in Indianapolis will have to wait on the bench for another legislative session.