May 14, 2020
Some of the more interesting fallout of the COVID-19 crisis are those “refugees” of the pandemic, who reside in other cities, but have chosen to return to their hometown of Indianapolis to quarantine with their immediate families. One of those individuals is New York-based actor-singer-dancer... read more
October 31, 2019
Classical pianist, author, musicologist, arts patron and philanthropist Marianne Tobias will be presented with the Kathryn Taurel Women of the Arts Award, named in memory of outstanding arts volunteer Kathryn Taurel, at the Indianapolis Opera Ball. The event titled, “Elixer of Love,” will take place... read more
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
February 22, 2019
It was an active Valentine’s Day weekend, during which I reviewed Megan Hilty in concert at The Palladium, The Tenors with the Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra in a Pops concert and “Love is in the Air,” presented by the Indianapolis Ballet. I attended a matinee performance... read more
November 9, 2018
My first encounter with choreographer-director Joshua “Josh” Bergasse was when I did a phone interview a few years back to ask him about working with Indy native Cory Lingner, who at the time, was an ensemble member in “On the Town,” a 2014 Broadway revival... read more
February 19, 2018
From the moment I walked into the IMA lobby at Newfields Friday night on my way to the Tobias Theatre, aka “The Toby,” I could feel the undeniable energy in the air. It was opening night of Indianapolis Ballet‘s debut residency and excitement and anticipation... read more
February 15, 2018
Ballet fans are rejoicing because professional ballet is returning to our city with the Indianapolis Ballet debut residency featuring three performances February 16-18 at Tobias Theatre at Newfields. The program will include “Raymonda– Act III,” the concert version of George Balanchine’s “Who Cares?” and Stravinsky’s... read more
December 23, 2017
Of all the artistic directors who lead Central Indiana’s performing arts organization, Victoria Lyras, a former dancer, is at the head of the pack when it comes to putting on a show. There is no greater evidence than the Indianapolis Ballet and Indianapolis School of... read more
