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.
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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.
Review: ‘A Streetcar Named Desire’
Acting Up Production’s take on Tennessee Williams’ classic drama features a compelling Stella at its core.
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.