With ‘The Duel,’ Indiana’s Pigasus Pictures enters the big leagues
Global content platform Lionsgate will release made-in-Indiana film “The Duel” in 500 U.S. theaters on July 31.
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Mascot Hall of Fame makes closure plans official
More than five years after opening its doors, the Mascot Hall of Fame and Interactive Children’s Museum in Whiting, Indiana, is preparing to close at the end of the summer.
Indiana stands in for Amsterdam in short film focused on Holocaust
Two sold-out screenings of “The Ice Cream Man” are planned next week during the Indy Shorts International Film Festival.
Revamped downtown CSX redevelopment plan features upscale hotel, music venue
An investment group led by Indiana Pacers owner Herb Simon and his family said Thursday it plans to spend at least $300 million to construct a 13-story luxury hotel and connected 4,000-seat theater on the property after demolition of the existing century-old building.
Turnpike Troubadours among first acts scheduled at new Fishers arena
The 7,500-seat Fishers Event Center is scheduled to open in November at the Yard at Fishers District, southeast of Ikea.
Lesley Weidenbener: Arts guide, gift guide coming soon to IBJ
In our upcoming fall arts guide, IBJ reporter Dave Lindquist will spotlight more than 100 must-see offerings for the 2024-2025 arts season.
Musical inspired by serial killer H.H. Holmes is back to slay
“White City Murder” is a musical based on a string of murders committed by H.H. Holmes during the Chicago World’s Fair of 1893.
New Harmony Project brings together 8 theater companies for PlayFest Indy
Readings of plays are planned at the Phoenix Theatre Cultural Center, Indianapolis Repertory Theatre, Storefront Theatre and Fonseca Theatre.
Big Car outlines plans for contemporary art museum in ‘Big Tube’ space
The not-for-profit is renovating a 40,000-square-foot former factory near Garfield Park into a center that will also include a performance space, incubator storefronts, art and audio studios and more.
IBJ Podcast: Artistic director banks on broad vision for fledgling Black theater company
Ben Rose breaks down his vision for supporting the fledgling Indianapolis Black Theatre Co. while serving the careers of its members both on and off stage.
Teaching kids or going for scares, Emmanuel Carter is an energetic rising star
The 36-year-old actor, who grew up in Indianapolis and lives in Fishers, made his on-screen debut more than a decade ago.
Theater company to launch with story of trailblazing Black woman who played pro ball in Indianapolis
“Toni Stone,” a play based on a woman who joined the roster of Negro League baseball’s Indianapolis Clowns in 1953, will serve as the debut production of the Indianapolis Black Theatre Co.
Audacious variations on funnel cakes, chicken wings among new vendor items at Indiana State Fair
Peanut Butter & Jelly Chicken Wings and Tang-A-Rang Smoked Chicken Wings served with Kool-Aid Infused Pickles are just two of more than three dozen novel culinary creations that will be available at the fair, scheduled for Aug. 2-18.
Revival of Taste of Indy festival planned at White River State Park
Taste of Indy, returning after a five-year hiatus, will showcase restaurants such as St. Elmo Steak House, Iozzo’s Garden of Italy and Chicken Scratch.
IBJ Podcast: WWE bringing three marquee pro wrestling events to Lucas Oil Stadium
We’re giving host Mason King a break and turning the podcast microphone over to IBJ arts reporter Dave Lindquist and tourism reporter Mickey Shuey, who dive into the details of a first-of-its-kind deal between WWE and Indy.
WWE deal stems from long-simmering talks with Sports Corp.
The two organizations reached an agreement announced Monday that will bring a trio of top-rung WWE events to Indianapolis over the next eight years.
Seth Rogen, chef Neal Brown among film subjects at Indy Shorts festival
The seventh annual Indy Shorts festival, scheduled July 23-28 at Living Room Theaters and Newfields, will present 180 films.
Hollywood’s video game actors want to avoid strike but believe AI could spell doom
Union leaders say they aren’t “anti-AI altogether.” But voice actors and other video game performers are worried that unchecked use of AI could provide game makers with a means to displace them.
Olympians to leave swim trials with art-adorned racing helmets
The project, featuring 13 Indiana artists, serves as an intersection of visual art, swimming and the city’s stature as home of the Indianapolis 500.
Carmel hopes sound-system upgrades bring more acts to Palladium
The concert hall was built with sound in mind. And this month, the 1,600-seat Italian Rennaisance-style building is receiving the first major audio upgrade in its 13-year history.