September 18, 2017
When 12-year old Amelia Wray was cast as young Alison in the Phoenix Theatre regional premier of “Fun Home,” a buzz spread throughout Indy’s theatre community about her stunning audition. There was also a consensus that she was perfect for the role as small Alison... read more
September 17, 2017
I am just one of many who are absolutely delighted that former resident and Phoenix Theatre actor-director Suzanne Fleenor has returned to Indy. She’s here to direct five-time Tony Award® winning “Fun Home,” which opens the Phoenix Theatre’s 2017-2018 season Friday, Sept. 22 and plays through... read more
August 25, 2017
It wasn’t intentional and simply a matter of scheduling but Thursday I attended, one right after another, two of what surely are among the funniest of shows on the IndyFringe 17 schedule. In doing so, I witnessed performances by some of Indy’s finest comic actors,... read more
August 24, 2017
I took in some more IndyFringe shows during the last few days, and once again I was reminded of the wealth of creativity that exists in Indy. Not only does the city have its share of outstanding performers, we also have gifted playwrights, directors and... read more
August 21, 2017
IndyFringe 2017 is off and running with Mass Ave. and its environs teeming with enthusiastic entertainment lovers sampling 74 shows, with something for every taste, presented in nine venues. Considered by many to be one of Indy’s hippest neighborhood, the booming Mass Ave. neighborhood possesses a... read more
August 18, 2017
If you missed Thursday night’s sold out opening of “Josephine’ you still have five more chances to see it. But you better purchase your tickets sooner than later because word of mouth indicates that it may well turn out to be a hit at Fringe`17.... read more
June 27, 2017
Last summer I was invited to participate in The Phoenix Theatre‘s Annual Pitch Night to hear a description of plays that were being considered for the current season and give them scores that would help the theatre decide what to stage. Of the various plays pitched.... read more
April 26, 2017
There is nothing predictable about the story line in “The Open Hand.” Written by Idaho playwright Rob Caisley, the play, which I saw Saturday, runs through May 14 on the Livia & Steve Russell Stage at Phoenix Theatre in Indianapolis. Adeptly directed by I.U. Theatre... read more
