AMC to charge more for good seats in movie theaters
AMC said the pricing plan, dubbed “Sightline,” has already been rolled out in some locations and, by the end of the year, will be in place at all domestic AMC theaters during showings after 4 p.m.
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In Spotify era, many musicians struggle to make a living
Making a living in the industry is increasingly hard for most songwriters and musicians in the streaming era. Royalties tend to be meager, while many say concerts produce less revenue.
Art & Soul storyteller spotlights ‘Grandmothers’ tales
Long-running playwright Crystal V. Rhodes portrays women as unstoppable forces of endurance, resilience and creativity.
Musical being prepped for Broadway to bring stars to the Walker
Tony Award winner Jessie Mueller and University High alum Morgan Wood will perform new songs of the “Five Points” musical in Indianapolis.
Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra retires bank debt, misses fundraising goal
After retiring a $2.5 million bank note, the Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra ended a fiscal year free of debt for the first time since 2001. Meanwhile, the ISO’s operating budget for the year had a deficit of $168,000.
20 years later, life goes on for obscure album made by Indiana artist
A Grammy Award nomination and the fandom of LCD Soundsystem’s James Murphy factor in the improbable story of ‘The Clouds.’
Indy 500 Snake Pit concert lineup includes DJs Kaskade, Shaquille O’Neal
Seven-time Grammy Award nominee Kaskade will headline the 18-and-older party on race day in May at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway. Basketball Hall of Famer O’Neal also is on the five-act bill.
‘Bodyguard’ musical at Athenaeum revisits Whitney Houston highlights
A musical production of “The Bodyguard,” originally a film starring Whitney Houston and Kevin Costner, is scheduled at the Athenaeum.
Three new art installations planned for 100 Acres park at Newfields
A $3 million gift from life science entrepreneur Kent Hawryluk is spurring the addition of the sculptures at the park known as 100 Acres.
Artists and arts administrators recharge through fellowship grants
The Indy Arts Council offers its Creative Renewal Arts Fellowship every other year to 40 artists and arts administrators. The current class of fellows is receiving $10,000 each for research, instruction, travel and other experiences that recharge creativity.
Punk Rock Night founder envisions museum for the fast and loud
A storefront near the Melody Inn is to become home to Punk Rock Night Foundation and a sizable stash of band memorabilia.
Mural of poet Etheridge Knight planned to be third in ‘Legends’ series
Late Indianapolis poet Etheridge Knight found success in Black Arts Movement following incarceration in the 1960s.
The Cabaret to launch its 2023 calendar with landmark jazz shows
Vocalist-bass player Esperanza Spalding and pianist Fred Hersch will play a pair of sold-out shows Jan. 8 at the Cabaret.
Indianapolis artist makes debut in Batman comic book
Lucas Silveira was one of 24 artists and writers selected to participate this year in a series of workshops and training launched by DC Comics and a New York company.
Art & Soul performances to celebrate ‘Kings & Queens’
In-person Art & Soul events are scheduled for February at the Cabaret, Jazz Kitchen and Indianapolis Artsgarden.
Indiana film critics select ‘Everything Everywhere’ as 2022’s best movie
Critics group gives special Indiana award to Joshua Hull, who co-wrote the screenplay of horror film ‘Glorious.’
How a 1987 Christmas album changed the way the holiday sounds
Thirty-five years ago, the star-studded “A Very Special Christmas” arguably altered the recording industry’s relationship to holiday music—and put Run-DMC in the same company as Bing Crosby.
Carmel’s Palladium to get $1.5M in upgrades for ‘antiquated’ lights, PA system
Theater officials say the funds will help keep the 11-year-old facility up-to-date and maintain its ability to attract top performers.
‘Fortnite’ maker Epic to pay $520M to settle FTC allegations
The Federal Trade Commission alleged that the company violated online child privacy laws and tricked players to making unintentional purchases.
New $100,000 fund to support Indiana musicians
Inspired by a government initiative in Canada, the Indianapolis fund will help cover recording, equipment, touring and promotional expenses.