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KDO’s 2026 ‘Event of the Year’ Highlights Empowerment

May 7, 2026

  Among all the annual performances I cover, the Kids Dance Outreach Event of the Year remains one of my top picks. This year’s Breaking Ground continued the tradition, surpassing previous events. I attended the Friday show at The Howard Schrott Center for the Performing... read more

‘Amadeus’ Explores Genius, Envy & Murder

May 4, 2026

Catalyst Repertory Theatre, recognized for its innovative programming and under the leadership of Artistic Director and co-founder Casey Ross, staged Peter Shaffer’s dramatic play Amadeus on Saturday at the IndyFringe Black Box theater in downtown Indianapolis. Amadeus, which won the 1981 Tony Award for Best... read more

ATI’s Sunset Boulevard Recalls Old Hollywood

April 27, 2026

  I first saw Sunset Boulevard, the musical, starring Glenn Close. on Broadway in 1995. As a fan of the original black and white 1950 film, seeing it live in a musical treatment was unforgettable. So, I eagerly attended Actors Theatre of Indiana‘s opening night... read more

IMC Triumphs With Las Vegas-Themed Concert

April 23, 2026

The Indianapolis Men’s Chorus, under the leadership of Artistic Director Greg Sanders, continues to demonstrate remarkable growth as a performing arts organization. This was particularly evident in its recent Sunday presentation of What Happens in Vegas at the Warren Arts Performing Arts Center. Making this... read more

CSO’s ‘Symphony Odyssey’ Evokes Myriad Emotions

April 23, 2026

The Carmel Symphony Orchestra concluded its 2025-2026 season on Saturday with Symphonic Odyssey at the Payne-Mecias Palladium, located in the Allied Solutions Center for the Performing Arts, underscoring its reputation as a premier community-based professional ensemble. Maestra Kelly Corcoran, renowned for leading major orchestras both... read more

‘Clue’ Delivers a Fast-Paced, Zany Adventure

April 15, 2026

  C rime fiction, mystery, comedy, gaming, and pop culture character fans will appreciate the myriad amusing aspects of Clue, presented by Broadway in Indianapolis at the Murat Theatre at Old National Centre in downtown Indianapolis. I attended the opening night performance on Tuesday. For... read more