DJ-producer Excision unveiled as headliner for Indy 500 Snake Pit concert
The infield party on May 26 will showcase five DJs in total before and during the 108th running of the Indy 500, track officials announced Tuesday.
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Gayle King, Stephen A. Smith, Rakim among celebs announced for events during All-Star Weekend
Four recently announced events—not formally affiliated with the NBA—are scheduled at the NCAA Hall of Champions, Madam Walker Legacy Center, Hinkle Fieldhouse and Indiana Roof Ballroom.
X pauses some Taylor Swift searches as deepfake explicit images spread
Sexually explicit and abusive fake images of Swift began circulating widely last week on X. It’s made her the most famous victim of a scourge that tech platforms and anti-abuse groups have struggled to fix.
At Black Future Haus, the star will be innovation
Be Nimble Foundation will take over a downtown event space during NBA All-Star Weekend to create a tech and entertainment hub known as Black Future Haus.
Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra selects Jun Märkl as music director
Jun Märkl’s tenure as music director is scheduled to begin Sept. 1, which marks the beginning of the ISO’s 2024-25 season.
IBJ Podcast: Huddling with the Indiana artists painting 24 massive basketballs for All-Star Weekend
For the NBA All-Star Weekend set for Feb. 15-18, local organizers hit on a way to put a distinctly Hoosier spin on the areas downtown that will host the most visitors, playing off of the concept of Hoosier Hysteria.
Mindy Taylor Ross pairs artwork with civic, corporate and residential clients
Mindy Taylor Ross Ross made her name as the curator of public art in Indianapolis.
Carmel’s Gregory Hancock Dance Theatre to revisit frontier days
February performances of “The Wild Wild West” are planned at the Florence at the Academy of Gregory Hancock Dance Theatre.
DJ-producer Zedd announced as NBA All-Star Weekend performer
The performance by the Electronic Dance Music star is one of three concerts planned at the Indiana Convention Center.
Music, visual arts highlight NBA All-Star host committee’s cultural plans
Nearly 90 public artworks will be installed to celebrate the NBA All-Star Game scheduled for Feb. 18 at Gainbridge Fieldhouse.
New 600-capacity entertainment venue in Plainfield unveils preview events
Hendricks Live, a component of the new Plainfield Civic Center, on Tuesday announced three concerts and a series of community open houses.
Basketball court at airport welcomes visitors ahead of NBA All-Star Weekend
Numerous other graphics and arts installations also are being placed throughout Indianapolis International Airport to welcome visitors, participants and media to Indianapolis for All-Star events.
IBJ Podcast: New play about Oscar Robertson, historic Crispus Attucks team to debut in Indy
Playwright Laura Town and director Deborah Asante discuss the production and the achievements of Robertson and his teammates, who excelled despite having no home court—and some being displaced from their actual homes.
Why Black culture takes center stage during NBA All-Star Weekend
Over the years, All-Star Weekend has become a cultural magnet for entertainment and fashion. It’s known as a vibrant destination among Black residents coast-to-coast.
Rob Dixon’s From the 317 project promotes Indianapolis sounds
For the upcoming debut album by his collective known as From the 317, Rob Dixon is assembling top-tier Indianapolis musicians.
Keith Urban announced as NBA All-Star Weekend performer in Indy
The performance by the country-pop star is one of three concerts planned at the Indiana Convention Center during NBA All-Star Weekend.
Janelle Monáe, Gary Clark Jr. announced for new Black music festival in Indy
The single-day Black music festival designed to honor rock ’n’ roll originators is planned for downtown’s American Legion Mall in May.
All-Star Weekend organizers promise fan-friendly vibes
Most of the 125,000-plus fans who are expected downtown for the NBA All-Star Weekend Feb. 15-18 won’t be at the big game. But local residents and others without game tickets will still have plenty of opportunities to get in on the action.
Event planners stake claims at venues for All-Star Weekend
All-Star Weekend has become synonymous with parties that attract celebrities and people who gravitate to celebrity. And demand is high for venues downtown, an area long celebrated for its compact layout and track record of hosting large events.
Activism, music share spotlight in Fannie Lou Hamer production at IRT
Maiesha McQueen will portray civil rights activist Fannie Lou Hamer at the Indiana Repertory Theatre, beginning Jan. 9.