Calendar fills up with events inspired by Taylor Swift’s visit
Sites ranging from the Children’s Museum to Victory Field are hosting Swift-themed parties not officially affiliated with the singer.
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CIB, bond bank commit to increased support for Indy Arts Council
In 2024, Indy Arts Council distributed grants to 91 arts and culture not-for-profit organizations in Indianapolis.
Leading Indiana Wind Symphony is new adventure for Purdue bands chair
The Indiana Wind Symphony’s new music director isn’t planning a solemn future for the Carmel-based ensemble made up of 80 musicians who play brass, woodwind and percussion instruments.
IU to honor John Mellencamp with statue on Bloomington campus
Seymour native John Mellencamp co-founded Farm Aid and he became a member of the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame in 2008.
Billy Joel and Sting to share bill at Lucas Oil Stadium
Tickets for the Billy Joel and Sting concert at Lucas Oil Stadium go on sale to the general public at 9 a.m. Oct. 4.
Allied Solutions signs naming rights deal for Carmel’s Center for the Performing Arts
The seven-year sponsorship deal renames the not-for-profit arts organization and its three-venue campus the Allied Solutions Center for the Performing Arts.
Julie Goodman to exit CEO position at Indy Arts Council
Julie Goodman eventually will take a new role as chief advancement officer with entertainment venue the Cabaret.
Micro-museum aims to preserve Martindale’s cultural heritage
By showcasing artifacts and stories shared by longtime residents of Martindale-Brightwood, the Polklore Micro-Museum is an experiment in what can be gained by preserving a neighborhood’s cultural heritage.
Indiana ties prevalent in 2024 Heartland film festival lineup
Within the “Indiana Spotlight” roster are documentaries based on cycling champion Marshall “Major” Taylor and American Basketball Association players in search of financial justice.
Jesse Eisenberg’s ‘A Real Pain’ to open 2024 Heartland film festival
Films starring Cillian Murphy, Selena Gomez, Craig T. Nelson and Emily Deschanel will be screened during the 33rd Heartland International Film Festival, organizers announced Thursday.
Iconic bass player Marcus Miller to bring ‘whole picture’ to Indy Jazz Fest
In addition to songwriting credits with Miles Davis, Luther Vandross and David Sanborn, Marcus Miller was a musical mentor to Wayman Tisdale.
Valparaiso University selling Georgia O’Keeffe painting to spruce up dorms
“Rust Red Hills” by the famed modernist painter is estimated to be worth as much as $15 million.
Former comedy club site is newest music venue in Broad Ripple
The Turntable venue, which has a seated capacity of 150 and a standing capacity of 400, will present Bob Schneider and Kate Nash in October.
Plans to replace downtown CSX building with hotel, concert hall given go-ahead by historic commission
The $312 million project from Boxcar Development LLC, a holding company for the Herb Simon family, was unanimously approved by the Indianapolis Historic Preservation Commission after about a half-hour of presentation and discussion.
Indy Arts Council seeks increase in city funding for not-for-profits
The $1.3 million proposed for the Indy Arts Council will be discussed Thursday during a Parks and Recreation Committee budget hearing.
IBJ Podcast: ‘Swiftianapolis,’ 10 more can’t-miss arts events, and what they all say about Indy
Yes, the Eras Tour is a huge deal. But IBJ’s Dave Lindquist is recommending 10 more music, literary, film, visual arts and theatrical events that also speak volumes about how Indy’s entertainment ecosystem has changed.
Visual artists say Butter fine art fair has altered their career trajectories
The fourth edition of Butter, billed as “America’s Equitable Fine Art Fair,” is scheduled Friday through Sunday at the Stutz complex at the intersection of 10th Street and Capitol Avenue.
Romanus Fest artist Joshua Powell returns to his metalcore roots
Indianapolis musician Joshua Powell will showcase his fast and loud tunes Saturday as part of Romanus Fest at Black Circle Music Bar.
A&E Preview: 125+ must-see exhibits, concerts and events for the 2024-25 season
IBJ arts and entertainment reporter Dave Lindquist has scoured the calendars of central Indiana arts organizations for a list of recommendations meant to satisfy different tastes, interests and ages.
A&E Preview: Introducing Ronan Marra, the new executive director of Storytelling Arts of Indiana
Marra’s arrival marks the first time in the organization’s 37-year history that it hasn’t been overseen by one of its co-founders: Ellen Munds, Nancy Barton and Bob Sander.