November 13, 2016
The first time I saw Mitchell Wray perform in “The Velveteen Rabbit,” at the Indiana Repertory Theatre in 2014, I was struck by his strong stage presence and natural talent. Little did I know that I would eventually direct him in “Calder, The Musical,” a... read more
November 10, 2016
Following a contentious presidential campaign, “Cinderella,” with music by Richard Rodgers and lyrics by Oscar Hammerstein, may well be a suitable antidote for those weary of post- election upheaval. Featuring a new book by Douglas Carter Beane, the 2013 Tony Award-winning Broadway musical will be... read more
November 7, 2016
I have seen numerous professional and community theater productions of “Cabaret,” the Tony Award-winning musical. with music by John Kander and lyrics by Fred Ebb, including the 1998 Broadway revival, starring Alan Cumming as the Emcee and Natasha Richardson as Sally Bowles. This past spring... read more
November 4, 2016
New York City Ballet principal Robbie Fairchild will join dance luminaries from all over the world in the 8th annual “Evening with the Stars,” presented by Indianapolis City Ballet at 6:30 p.m. on November 12, 2016 at the Murat Theatre at Old National Center in... read more
October 28, 2016
Now that I am publishing my own arts & entertainment blog I have the prerogative of writing about whatever interests me. Of course I will continue to focus primarily on reviews and previews of performing arts events and profiles of artists but I also plan... read more
October 26, 2016
Faith Prince, who calls herself “Broadway’s Quirky Leading Lady” lived up to her billing during her “Have A Little Faith” show, Friday, at the Cabaret at the Columbia Club. It was the first of a two-night stint at the Cabaret for the zany performer who... read more
October 24, 2016
The nearly full house, consisting of mostly baby boomers who attended Joan Baez‘s concert at The Palladium Thursday were treated to a performance by a iconic artist who demonstrated that she is much more than a mere folk music relic or living legend past her... read more
October 19, 2016
What with all the controversial issues highlighted in a very toxic presidential campaign and, therefore, dominating the airwaves, internet and print publications, the subject matter of “Ragtime, The Musical” couldn’t be more timely. Directed by Bob Zehr, the production will be presented Friday Oct. 21... read more
