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BENNER: Never mind the yellow, it was a 500 finish to remember
Tony Kanaan’s action-packed victory is proof enough that officials shouldn’t tinker with how IndyCar finishes its races.
IRT’s Stolen to exit in swell of arts group departures
Managing Director Steven Stolen will leave the repertory theater for a position with Rocketship Education. Other local performing arts executives stepping down are John Pickett of the Indianapolis Opera and Kirk Trevor of the Indianapolis Chamber Orchestra.
A&E priorities for May 30-June 5: Urbanski, ‘Zanna,’ gospel brunch and more
Stuck for something to do this week? Look no further. Here’s a rundown on some of the more interesting A&E events scheduled for the next few days.
Ticket giveaway: “Spamalot”
King Arthur, the killer rabbit, the taunting guy, and all of your “Monty Python and the Holy Grail” favorites are part of the stage musical “Spamalot.” You can be, too, by winning seats at opening night.
500 Festival hires Atlanta marketing exec as CEO
Bob Bryant, a veteran sports marketing executive from the Atlanta area, has been named president and CEO of the 500 Festival, the Indianapolis-based organization announced Wednesday morning.
You-review-it Tuesday: 500 Festival and more
So did you make it to the 500 Festival Parade? The Snakepit Ball? The race itself? Or did you hit one of the Indy Parks concerts? Park yourself at the multiplex?
Indy 500 fans will find track security tighter this year
Fans coming to the Indianapolis Motor Speedway for this weekend's Indy 500 will notice some changes in the traditional routine in response to last month's bombing at the Boston Marathon.
An open letter to second-tier celebs, re: 500 Festival Parade
Beyond the athletes, there’s a dearth of celebrities in this year’s 500 Festival Parade. But why shouldn’t a B-lister come to race weekend in the town that cheered Shooter McGavin?
DINING: Libertine liberates diners from bar food norms
Last in a month-long series of Cultural Trail restaurant reviews.
HETRICK: In Pendleton, living the good life on the edge of an edge city
If Carmel epitomizes edge city in central Indiana, then I’m now living on the edge of the edge.
LOU’S VIEWS: Jim Gaffigan’s book offers notes on parenting from a funnyman father
The stand-up comic—and Indiana native—puts five kids’ worth of experience into book form. Plus, thoughts on Dance Kaleidoscope’s ‘Barefoot Renegades.’
BENNER: One Hoosier tradition is back; another has miles to go
The Indiana Pacers have returned from the depths, but the Indianapolis 500 might never reclaim its glory.
May 23-29 IBJ A&E Priorities: 500 events, ‘Star Wars’ exhibition, and more
Need some help planning your Memorial Day weekend? Here are some A&E choices including a new show at the Indiana State Museum, free park concerts, and more.
IBJ Night at the Movies: ‘Now You See Me’
Win passes to a sneak-preview screening of the new caper film starring Jesse Eisenberg, Isla Fisher and Morgan Freeman.
LOU’S VIEWS: In Indy Opera’s ‘Flying Dutchman,’ strong voices almost drowned by overdone visuals
Season closer tackled Wagner’s large-scale seafaring tale. Plus, thoughts on ‘4000 Miles’ at the Phoenix Theatre.
DINING: Sandwich shop Fresco no mere supermarket sidebar
Third in a month-long series of Cultural Trail restaurant reviews.
BENNER: Cricket-loving Mayor Ballard might be ahead of his time
The stakes are lower, but the odds higher, compared with previous mayors who took risks with sports.
Critical questions follow reviewer’s departure from Indy Star
The state’s largest newspaper is mum on whether reviews will continue after the Friday resignation of its fine arts critic. Arts organizations are taking a wait-and-see attitude.
Clowes lineup: Whoopi, The Onion, Mellencamp musical
Upping its game for its 50th anniversary season, Clowes Hall has populated its 2013-2014 lineup with returning high-profile acts and some newbies to the Butler University stage, including Martha Graham Dance Company and Blue Man Group.