Rev party at IMS gets rhythm from drummer BreezGoldz
Rev, a fundraiser for the Indiana University Health Foundation, is set for Saturday at Indianapolis Motor Speedway.
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Trey Anastasio tops jam-themed lineup announced for All IN fest
The improvisational rock of jam bands is scheduled to reign at the second All IN festival, where Trey Anastasio and Umphrey’s McGee are on the bill.
Aerosmith’s farewell tour includes stop in Indianapolis
The 40-date run of shows includes a stop at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in October with special guests The Black Crowes.
Gossip’s story is told in ‘Mr. Confidential’ musical set to debut in Carmel
On May 3, the Actors Theatre of Indiana will present the world premiere of the “Mr. Confidential” musical at Carmel’s Center for the Performing Arts. Additional performances will take place through May 14.
Phoenix Theatre Cultural Centre searching for first CEO, names interim chief
William Powell, a longtime business leader and arts management consultant in Indianapolis and Columbus, Ohio, has been appointed to lead the not-for-profit organization for the rest of 2023.
IBJ Podcast: Joel Kirk on how Indy became a musical incubator for Broadway
Kirk tells the origin story of Discovering Broadway and explains how this one-man show—at least until recently—persuaded producers and creators with international reputations to make central Indiana their workshop.
Pearl Jam joins summer concert schedule
Pearl Jam, inducted to the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2017, previously performed in central Indiana in 1991, 1998, 2000, 2003 and 2010.
Concert livestreaming platform Mandolin to cease operations
Conceptualized through venture studio High Alpha, Mandolin emerged during the pandemic as a successful concert livestreaming platform.
Singer Connor McLaren is eager to share songs of ‘Innocence’
Signed to a label owned by indie rock musician Ben Kweller, Westfield High School alum Connor McLaren is poised to reach new listeners.
Indiana Jones, Harry Potter music among highlights of Conner Prairie schedule
The 41st season of Symphony on the Prairie includes 12 performances by the Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra.
Premium Blend to play among the stars during planetarium shows
Jazz quintet led by saxophone player Jared Thompson will showcase new album ‘Virtue’ at The Children’s Museum of Indianapolis.
Downtown percussion museum to relocate following water damage
The 15,000-square-foot Rhythm! Discovery Center, which opened in November 2009 in the lower level of the Claypool Court building, will remain closed and keep its extensive collection in storage until a new space is found.
81355 readies new songs for Indianapolis show and SXSW festival
Hip-hop group will play hometown show at Deluxe in Old National Centre before traveling to Texas for South By Southwest.
100 years after his birth, guitarist Wes Montgomery remembered for understated mastery
“Wes Bound,” scheduled to premiere Feb. 26 on Bloomington public television station WTIU-TV Channel 30, is a centennial tribute to Montgomery, who was born on March 6, 1923
Talking Heads-inspired tour seeks to recapture joy of 1980 shows
Jerry Harrison and Adrian Belew will bring an 11-member band to the Egyptian Room in Old National Centre for a Feb. 26 performance.
Indiana standouts Joshua Bell, Heather Headley lead ISO’s 2023-24 season
Joshua Bell headlines the opening night gala, while Heather Headley will perform as part of the pops series.
Weezer, Jason Isbell to headline WonderRoad festival
Other acts announced for the second-year event include Local Natives, Marcus King, Coin, Tegan and Sara and Michael Franti & Spearhead.
Art & Soul storyteller spotlights ‘Grandmothers’ tales
Long-running playwright Crystal V. Rhodes portrays women as unstoppable forces of endurance, resilience and creativity.
IBJ Podcast: A look back at celebrated Indy jazz guitarist Wes Montgomery
Joining IBJ’s Dave Lindquist are Rob Dixon, a saxophone player and artistic director of the Indianapolis Jazz Foundation. And Lasana Kazembe, a poet, teaching artist and assistant professor of education at IUPUI.
Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra retires bank debt, misses fundraising goal
After retiring a $2.5 million bank note, the Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra ended a fiscal year free of debt for the first time since 2001. Meanwhile, the ISO’s operating budget for the year had a deficit of $168,000.