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Eric Baker and Friends Come to Feinstein's at The Hotel Carmichael
by Stephi Wild - July 23, 2024


Baker brings his exceptional talent and wide range of music to Feinstein's, inside The Hotel Carmichael in Carmel, IN, with ERIC BAKER & Friends present: SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA in the 70's!

Carmel Jazz Fest Set For Next Month
by Stephi Wild - July 16, 2024


Carmel Jazz Fest will return August 9 and 10 with top international, regional and local acts in Jazz, Blues and R&B. 

SPEAKEASY DIEHARD to Open This Weekend At Boggstown Cabaret
by Chloe Rabinowitz - July 11, 2024


SpeakEASY DieHARD, a new 1920s-themed murder mystery show, will debut at Boggstown Cabaret with sold-out performances. Learn how to purchase tickets.

Central Indiana Dance Ensemble Celebrates 25 Years And Offers Discount On Christmas Classic
by A.A. Cristi - July 01, 2024


Central Indiana Dance Ensemble marks its 25th anniversary with special events and offers a discount on tickets for their annual performance of THE NUTCRACKER. Celebrate their achievements and enjoy the holiday classic.

Tributes to Celine Dion and Bob Dylan Come to Feinstein's at Hotel Carmichael
by Stephi Wild - June 24, 2024


Celebrate two of the greats in the musical world at Feinstein’s, located inside The Hotel Carmichael in Carmel. Coming in the first half of July is Celebrating Celine – highlighting the classic sounds of Celine Dion, and Chrome Horse – a tribute to the amazing singer/songwriter Bob Dylan. 

Winners Revealed For the Second Annual Portee Leadership Connection Scholarship
by Stephi Wild - June 18, 2024


The Rotary Club of Carmel has announced their 2024 Portee Leadership Connection Scholarship recipients who attended the 2023 Leadership Connection, a branded program of the Rotary Club of Carmel.

Finalists Selected for National Songbook Academy
by Stephi Wild - June 05, 2024


From hundreds of applicants nationwide, 40 high school students from 14 states have been selected to participate in this year’s Songbook Academy®, aweeklong summer intensive that immerses young performers in America’s musical heritage and helps them develop as artists under the guidance of Broadway stars and other entertainment professionals and music educators. 

Feinstein's at Carmichael Reveals June Pride Month Lineup of Performances
by Stephi Wild - June 03, 2024


June is PRIDE month, and Feinstein’s at The Hotel Carmichael in Carmel will join in the celebration. Check out the entertainment this month!

The Carmel Symphony Orchestra Celebrates Summer Solstice With Special Community Partners at Coxhall Gardens
by Stephi Wild - May 29, 2024


The Carmel Symphony Orchestra invites you to celebrate the longest day of the year on June 21 at 8:30 pm, as the orchestra launches its first ever Summer Concert Series at Coxhall Gardens,, is located on the northwest side of Carmel.

Buck Creek Playhouse to Present INTO THE WOODS in June
by Blair Ingenthron - May 25, 2024


Buck Creek Players will present the final show of our 50th season with this musical on our mainstage. Join us for the eight live in-person performances at the playhouse starting Friday, June 14th and running through Sunday, June 23rd. 

Central Indiana Dance Ensemble Wraps Up 24th Season With SNOW WHITE
by Stephi Wild - May 16, 2024


CIDE recently received a grant from the City of Carmel as part of the City’s 2024 Arts Grant Program. This comes as CIDE prepares for their final performance this year – the magical story of Snow White - May 18 and 19 at the Tarkington Theatre at The Center for the Performing Arts. 

Subscriptions on Sale Now for Actors Theatre of Indiana's 20th Anniversary Season
by Stephi Wild - May 14, 2024


 Actors Theatre of Indiana’s 2024-2025 Season Subscriptions are now on sale. Learn more about the season lineup here!

Feinstein's Will Welcome Four Country Acts in May
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 06, 2024


Join Feinstein's in May as they embrace the country music genre. See the performers and learn how to purchase tickets!

LISTEN TO YOUR MOTHER INDY to Play Indiana History Center on Mother's Day
by Blair Ingenthron - May 05, 2024


Being a mom, having a mom, losing a mom, finding a mom — how many iterations of motherhood can you think of? Explore the concept of motherhood in “Listen to Your Mother Indy,” at Eugene & Marilyn Glick Indiana History Center on Sunday, May 12.

FORBIDDEN BROADWAY Comes to the Actors Theatre of Indiana
by Stephi Wild - April 18, 2024


Actors Theatre of Indiana will wrap up its season with the hilarious Forbidden Broadway! This side-splitting musical runs from April 26 to May 12. 

Carmel Symphony Orchestra's Antonia Bennett Performance Moves to August's Carmel Jazz Fest
by Stephi Wild - April 15, 2024


 The Carmel Symphony Orchestra has announced that Antonia Bennett (Tony Bennett's daughter) has been invited to be the headliner for the 2nd Annual Carmel Jazz Festival on August 9 at the Palladium.  

RUBY BRIDGES Comes to Fort Wayne Youtheatre
by Stephi Wild - April 10, 2024


Fort Wayne Youtheatre has announced RUBY BRIDGES, the 10th anniversary production of the Linda L. Ruffolo Young Heroes of Conscience Series.

May Pang To Showcase Candid Photos Of Lennon At Exhibition At CV Art & Frame
by Chloe Rabinowitz - April 03, 2024


Explore the intimate side of John Lennon through the lens of May Pang, his lover during the LOST WEEKEND era, at a three-day exhibition at CV Art & Frame in Zionsville. Learn more about the exhibition here.

Actors Theatre Of Indiana Welcomes New Board Members, New President
by A.A. Cristi - April 01, 2024


Actors Theatre of Indiana has announced new board members and president. Get to know the fresh faces set to steer the theatre's future direction and growth.

The New Harmony Project Reveals Lineup for 2024 Spring Retreat
by Stephi Wild - March 28, 2024


 The New Harmony Project has announced the lineup for its 37th annual spring conference in idyllic New Harmony, Indiana. A group of over 50 participants will gather for residencies from May 23 to June 2, 2024.

WINNIE THE POOH: A DREAM OF HONEY Comes to all for One Productions in April
by Stephi Wild - March 21, 2024


all for One productions will present Winnie-the-Pooh: a Dream of Honey  next month.

Gregory Hancock Dance Theatre Performs FABLES AND FOLKLORE Next Month
by Stephi Wild - March 04, 2024


Gregory Hancock Dance Theatre will present FABLES AND FOLKLORE at The Tarkington at The Center for the Performing Arts, April 5-6, 2024. 

Feinstein's Welcomes American Idol Winner Maddie Poppe This Month
by Stephi Wild - March 04, 2024


On March 17 and 18, Feinstein's will welcome Maddie Poppe. Maddie Poppe is an American singer-songwriter, musician and the season 16 winner of American Idol.

Gregory Hancock Dance Theatre Performs FABLES AND FOLKLORE in April
by Stephi Wild - February 27, 2024


Gregory Hancock Dance Theatre will present FABLES AND FOLKLORE at The Tarkington at The Center for the Performing Arts, April 5-6, 2024. 

International Conference STAGESTRUCK 5! To Explore Hollywood Musicals
by A.A. Cristi - February 20, 2024


Explore the implications of Hollywood musicals' continuing popularity and their reflection of past societal norms at the international academic conference, StageStruck! 5. Join scholars and students for discussions on nostalgia and representation in classic films.


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