Celebs arrive on red carpet for ‘Magic/Bird’
The glitterati included Rooney Mara, John McEnroe and Penny Marshall, but the real stars were Magic Johnson and Larry Bird at the Broadway premiere of the new play.
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Review: Broadway’s ‘Magic/Bird’ charms without soaring
The new play examines the evolving rivalry and friendship between Magic Johnson and Indiana hoops icon Larry Bird (now head honcho of the Pacers). The French Lick scene is a winner, but the on-court highlights are often a blur.
CIB loss from Super Bowl in line with projections
Preliminary financials show the board that manages the city’s sports and convention facilities so far has lost nearly $350,000 due to the Super Bowl. That figure is expected to grow to $800,000.
Public tours planned for Indianapolis catacombs
Public tours are expected start this summer of catacombs dating to the 1880s underneath City Market in downtown Indianapolis.
Poster from first race at Speedway fetches $24K at auction
A rare and colorful 1909 poster promoting the very first race at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway has been sold for $24,000, a local auction house says.
DINING: Cajun flair fires two downtown newcomers
Second in a month-long series of reviews of eateries in and around City Market. This week: Papa Roux and Miguel’s Southern Kitchen.
LOU’S VIEWS: Urban etchings reveal treasures
This week: a small but strong show at the IMA, plus thoughts on the Humana Festival, A&E road trips, and some Disney magic.
HETRICK: Mega Millions and taxes inspire daydream believers
In the midst of Mega Millions mania, statisticians were telling would-be bettors that the odds of winning the big jackpot were far lower than the odds of being struck by lighting.
BENNER: New Orleans a success, but Final Four leaves mixed emotions
Perhaps those of us who are not exactly Kentucky fans should be happy that the likes of Anthony Davis, Michael Kidd-Gilchrist and Indy’s own Marques Teague won’t stay for four years,
Indy Zoo donates $91K for elephant conservation
The zoo said the parking fees it collected on Super Bowl Sunday and the days leading up to the February game have been sent to the Tarangire Elephant Project in Tanzania.
Ticket giveaway: “Best Exotic Marigold Hotel”
Get a sneak peek at the new film starring Maggie Smith and Judi Dench.
Cook Group to restore southern Indiana movie theater
Bloomington-based medical device maker Cook Group announced Tuesday it would restore the 750-seat Tivoli Theatre in downtown Spencer, which was built in 1928 and boarded up in 1999.
Want to hit the road with IBJ Arts?
Plans in the works for bus trips to Cincy, Chicago, etc.
Zoo extends hours as warm weather brings big crowds
Zoo officials say the zoo will be open an extra hour, until 5 p.m., through this week to accommodate the visitors coming out during the early spring warmth as many area school districts are on spring break.
Broadway in Indianapolis 2012-13 season includes ‘Sister Act’
‘Billy Elliot’ and ‘Sister Act’ in the mix.