Page 76

Defiance Comedy pays irreverent tribute to a favorite holiday film

December 7, 2016

During his curtain speech at Friday’s opening night of “Love Accurately,” presented by Defiance Comedy at IndyFringe Basile Theatre,  the show’s writer and director,  Matt Kramer, made it clear that there was little similarity between his show and the  2003 Christmas-themed romantic comedy film, “Love... read more

Indy abounds with holiday shows

December 4, 2016

The Indianapolis area has a generous bounty of holiday entertainment options available. Many are repeated annually and have become holiday traditions. Last weekend, I took advantage of seeing three of my favorites, all of which thrust me into the holiday spirit and will no doubt... read more

‘Finding Neverland’ is both exuberant and touching

November 25, 2016

Notwithstanding the fact that Carmel, Indiana native Mitchell Wray is a member of the cast, there are plenty of very good reasons to make the drive to Chicago to see “Finding Neverland.”  A national touring production, presented by Broadway in Chicago, the musical is playing... read more

‘Cinderella’ message resonates with the times

November 18, 2016

“Cinderella,” the musical based on the 1957 television broadcast starring Julie Andrews, with music by the incomparable Rodgers & Hammerstein,  has a fresh new face. It is now playing at Clowes Memorial Hall through Sunday, Nov. 20. I  attended the national touring company production, presented by... read more

Cook Theater is new home of The Cabaret

November 18, 2016

The Cabaret, one of Indy’s most popular destinations is moving. Housed at the Columbia Club since 2009, the popular night spot has announced that the Indiana Landmarks Center’s Cook Theater, located in the Old Northside neighborhood of Indianapolis, will be its temporary home during its... read more