LOPRESTI: Butler plants a seed in South Alabama
Former Butler star Matthew Graves is now deep in Dixie serving as head coach of South Alabama.
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LOU’S VIEWS: IMS offers a Santaland drive-thru
More than two million lights are decorate the 1.7 mile course.
Priority list includes Alan Cumming, holiday offerings
Plus: Amy Grant teams with the Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra at Banker’s Life Fieldhouse.
Trump again slams ‘Hamilton’; Pence says he wasn’t offended
Vice President-elect Mike Pence said he heard the boos and cheers when he walked into the Richard Rodgers Theatre with his nephew and daughter on Friday night to see “Hamilton.” He said he told his daughter: "That's what freedom sounds like."
LOPRESTI: Indy holiday-week sports schedule stuffed like a turkey
More than eight games in eight days will solve mysteries and test the staff at a certain large venue.
DINING: Simply MADD about a new Greek eatery
MADD Greeks Mediterranean Grille offers a refreshing alternative to 10th Street chains.
LOU’S VIEWS: Eiteljorg show captures scale of new collection
"Titan of the West" shows off a considerable percentage of the collection acquired from the estate of former Tennessee Titans owner Kenneth “Bud” Adams.
City-County Council approves regulations for pedal pubs
Pedal pubs will be licensed by the city and will have to carry liability insurance, among other requirements.
Review: Indianapolis City Ballet’s ‘Evening with the Stars’
World-class dancers, including Tiler Peck, Robert Fairchild, and Daniil Simkin, once again converged on Indy for an outstanding evening.
Priority list includes Tonic Ball, Dr. John, more
Also a “Hamilton” star performs at the Cabaret.
Gen Con organizers seek shorter-term extension with city
After initially seeking a five-year extension that would keep the massive gaming convention in Indianapolis through 2025, Gen Con officials have changed their request.
Bloomington tourism ads play off liberal bent
Visit Bloomington has overhauled its marketing campaign and doubled its ad budget this year—pegging the home of Indiana University as the “blue dot in a red state.”
DINING: Plucky new restaurant takes over R Bistro spot
Rooster’s Kitchen has a lot going for it…but don’t look for chicken.
LOU’S VIEWS: A bold, dark ‘Cabaret’
Even after 50 years of productions, the musical leaves plenty of room for individual interpretation—and can still unsettle.
LOPRESTI: No more sins: Ten Commandments for a better Colts season
Winning the AFC South will require finishing with a solemn adherence to these rules.
Ticket giveaway: ‘Cinderella’ at Clowes Hall
The classic has been given an update. Win a pair of seats as the tour comes to town.
Local artists grapple with an unprecedented election
"I am stunned. I am dismayed. And I am scared."
Priority list includes top-tier ballet, high school bands, more
Plus a guest director from the Moscow Art Theatre directs a Russian classic at Butler.
Star Plaza Theatre in northwest Indiana to remain open
The owners of a 3,400-seat theater in northwest Indiana that has featured top entertainers such as Bob Dylan, Jerry Seinfeld and Chris Rock have changed plans and won't demolish the facility.
NFL owner’s bequest a huge score for Eiteljorg museum
Thanks to CEO John Vanausdall’s friendship–and persistence–with Tennessee Titans owner Kenneth “Bud” Adams, the Eiteljorg will open the “Titan of the West” exhibit on Nov. 12.