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Timeless ‘Swan Lake’ captivates and enthralls

April 24, 2019

There’s a reason why nearly 150 years later, “Swan Lake” remains a favorite of ballet companies, not to mention audiences, all over the world. And what better piece for Indianapolis Ballet, now in its second year, to showcase its virtuoso company, which continues to impress... read more

Ben Crawford exhibits Broadway pedigree in ISO Pops concert

April 16, 2019

If ever there were a performer who encapsulates the qualities of a Broadway leading man, it is Ben Crawford. A singer-actor, he appeared Friday in “Broadway & Beyond” with the Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra, led by conductor Jack Everly in a Printing Partners Pops concert at... read more

Kyle Ragsdale’s singular art graces playbills and stages

April 11, 2019

The Indiana Repertory Theatre commissions Indianapolis artist Kyle Ragsdale to create original paintings for each of its shows to use for marketing and playbills. Having been a long-time fan of Ragsdale’s distinctive work, I was curious about his collaboration with the IRT, one of two... read more

’42nd Street’ radiates pure joy

April 9, 2019

There is just something about tap dancing that has always captivated me. I suppose it has to do with the sound of tap shoes striking the floor in a form of percussion and its association with Broadway. In fact, the type of dancing featured in... read more