Indianapolis Theatre Newsroom

Tina Turner’s name evokes an instant reaction. Those four simple syllables have a unique weight and impact to them because she was such a tour de force. Yet behind the powerhouse and beyond the glittering lights, Tina Turner had a past. A past that included a mother-daughter relationship that was fraught with trials. But Tina’s mother, Zelma, has a story all her own that shows a human being fighting to deal with the cards life dealt her. We listened and learned more from Roz White who plays Zelma in TINA: THE TINA TURNER MUSICAL. She gave us an impassioned interview about her character and the depths of the woman she was. 

The captivating musical

Broadway in Indianapolis is delighted to announce that tickets for the national tour of TINA – The Tina Turner Musical are on sale now for 8 performances from April 30 - May 5, 2024.

Indiana's premier organization for the preservation and promotion of stories begins a new chapter as Ronan Marra takes over as Storytelling Arts of Indiana's executive director when co-founder Ellen Munds retires on June 30, 2024.

Actors Theatre of Indiana will wrap up its season with Forbidden Broadway! Learn more about the show and see how to purchase tickets.

The month of April offers a variety of entertainment opportunities for fans from 1 to 100 and everywhere in between. Check out all the activities coming to Feinstein's at The Hotel Carmichael this month.

Thirty years ago I saw my very first professional musical. I was just a kid, and I was in awe of the performance at Beef & Boards Dinner Theatre. That very same show, The King and I, is on stage now and the magic is still there. It may be tinged with nostalgia for me, but the talent on stage is undeniable.

Storytelling Arts of Indiana will present its season-ending show, “Indy Raised” on April 27. The performance is on Saturday, April 27, 2024 at 7:00 p.m.

Hadestown, the Tony Award-winning musical, has continued to enchant audiences with its unique blend of myth, music, and storytelling. Recently, a performance at Clowes Memorial Hall offered a glimpse into this underworld tale, showcasing both the production's prowess and the talent of its cast.

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.

Feinstein's has revealed the full lineup for April. See who is performing and learn how to purchase tickets.

 Coming off his recent performance at the Library of Congress, Storytelling Arts of Indiana will welcome back to Indiana award-winning master storyteller, musician, historian and visionary, the Rev. Robert Jones, for its annual fundraiser, “Talk of the Town: The Impact of Blues on American Music” on April 13 at Eugene & Marilyn Glick Indiana History Center.

 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.

Discover the newly processed archival collections from the Great American Songbook Foundation, featuring influential women of the Songbook.

THE TROUBLE WITH DEAD BOYFRIENDS will receive an exclusive star-studded concert. Produced with permission from its critically acclaimed Off-Broadway team, Black Watch Theatre, the concert of Annie Pulsipher and Alex Petti's THE TROUBLE WITH DEAD BOYFRIENDS, directed by Joel Kirk (Discovering Broadway Chief Executive Officer / Founder).

Something Wonderful - 'The King and I' at Beef & Boards!

Broadway in Indianapolis and Sun King announce their new show, DON'T LOOK BACK. Stay tuned for more updates on this exciting theatrical event.

Buck Creek Players will continue their 50th season with this play on BELL, BOOK AND CANDLE on the mainstage. Learn more about the show and see how to purchase tickets!

This spring, Beef & Boards Dinner Theatre is inviting audiences to experience The King and I on its stage for the first time in over 20 years. Learn how to purchase tickets.

Bloomington, IN will get a bit funnier this Monday March 4th when, Manuel Vs the Statue of Liberty, a new musical comedy gets a developmental presentation at 7:30pm at the Waldron Arts Center Firebay Theatre.

MAMMA MIA! is an electrifying and heartwarming musical that never fails to delight audiences, and the national tour I experienced last night was no exception. From start to finish, the production was filled with infectious energy, stunning choreography, and, most importantly, incredible vocal performances.

'Beautiful' is 'nothing short of spectacular' at Beef & Boards

Indiana University Department of Theatre, Drama and Contemporary Dance will continue their 2023/2024 theatrical season directed entirely by women with their production of Pipeline by Dominique Morisseau beginning February 29th!

The Phoenix Theatre is set to entertain audiences with a true crime tale, And I Will Follow, penned by the talented local playwright, Bennett Ayres. Learn how to purchase tickets.

Discovering Broadway has selected a feminist comedy musical called The Trouble with Dead Boyfriends as their sixth show. Learn about the show and see how to purchase tickets.