Indianapolis Symphony’s deficit nears record
The Indiana Symphony Society on Monday reported a near-record deficit of $2.7 million for the 2010 fiscal year. And symphony CEO Simon Crookall said this won't be the end of the bleeding.
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LOU’S VIEWS: Art-felt thanks
The ISO opened with "A Thanksgiving Overture" — which inspired me to offer my thoughts on what I'm thankful for in the world of Indianapolis arts.
Palladium draws staff from Indy arts organizations, venues
Indianapolis Symphony, Clowes Hall are among those that have experienced defections.
ISO chooses young maestro Urbanski as director
Krzysztof Urbanski, 28, has been named the seventh music director in the Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra’s 80-year-history.
Appropriate applause for Itzhak Perlman?
Between-movements claps drew attention at Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra gala.
Review: “Sibling Revelry” with the ISO
Sisters Liz and Ann Hampton Callaway help launch Pops season.
Symphony on the Prairie sets attendance record
Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra’s popular outdoor concert series set an attendance record this summer, surpassing the 100,000-mark for just the third time since 1982.
Talking Points: What’s the buzz on the Palladium, the opera and more?
IBJ’s annual rundown of issues the A&E world will be obsessing about this year.
LOU’S VIEWS: Record-breaking artist offers the vinyl word on music stars
Seen from a distance, Lobyn Hamilton’s work might seem like something you’d find in a music shop—simple,
faithful re-creations of familiar portraits of the likes of Jimi Hendrix and Bob Dylan. Get a little closer, though, and the
medium becomes part of the message.
MORRIS: Confessions of a symphony newbie
As a first-year subscriber to an Indianapolis Symphony series, I’ve been transformed. I’m now a raving fan.
Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra women’s committee adopts more inclusive name
The 800-member group hopes to attract more men to its ranks.
Team owners leading symphony’s $100M capital campaign
Jim Irsay and Herb Simon join to co-chair fund-raising committee for the Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra, which has encountered
financial troubles the past few years.
LOU’S VIEWS: Theatrical distractions abound, both in audience and in wings
Complaints of cell phones, texters and candy wrappers are common. But what about seeing into the wings?
Mays among ‘Living Legends’ to be honored in July
An orchestra conductor, a black newspaper publisher, a nurse and a federal judge will be honored as Indiana living legends
in July.
Ticket giveway: Mahler and the ISO
Indianapolis Symphonic Choir will be joining the Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra for its first performance of the piece since
1987.
LOU’S VIEWS: Take a seat for 2010/2011
It’s not too early to think about next season at the Indiana Repertory Theatre, the Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra, and more.
Indy premiere wins Pulitzer (yes the Pulitzer) Prize
Jennifer Higdon’s Violin Concerto had first hearing courtesy of the Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra
Michael Jackson tribute part of ISO summer series
Tchaikovsky, Mr. Sulu, John Denver and, yes, the gloved one will all be heard at Symphony on the Prairie.
LOU’S VIEWS: A ballet blockbuster tops 2009’s list of favorites
Here are the 10 offerings that I most enthusiastically recommended to friends and readers in the past year.
Symphony ousts maestro, reports historic budget gap
The Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra experienced a year of financial and leadership shocks, as it reported a $2.8 million
budget shortfall and abruptly dismissed Music Director Mario Venzago.