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Songbook Foundation Names New Library-Archives Director
by BWW News Desk - March 08, 2022
The Great American Songbook Foundation has hired a new professional to oversee its vast and growing historical collections that preserve and tell the story of classic popular music.
Mark William Returns to Feinsteins At Hotel Carmichael
by BWW News Desk - March 07, 2022
Award-winning vocalist and recording artist, Mark William, will play a return engagement at Feinstein's at Hotel Carmichael in Carmel, Indiana, on March 25th and March 26th at 7:30pm.  Following his triumphant debut there this past summer, Mark is back with his new show, “Mark William: Back With A Beat”.
BWW Review: KINKY BOOTS at Beef & Boards Dinner Theatre
by Melissa Hall - March 01, 2022
If the name didn’t give it away, this is not your average Beef & Boards production. The Broadway hit roars onto the stage with drag queens in stiletto heels and a whole lot of sass. Based on a true story, the musical’s message of accepting people for who they are is more timely than ever.
Student Blog: To Wes Anderson, with Love
by Student Blogger: Maddie Davies - February 28, 2022
My project quickly became a love letter to Anderson's films. Directed by Wes Anderson directed by Maddie Davies. I selected brief scenes from my four favorite movies of his and intermingled the scenes with tableaux from the rest of his films. The finished piece was quirky and weird and funny, and although it was all Wes Anderson, it was also somehow very much me.
Phoenix Theatre to Present THE MAGNOLIA BALLET by Terry Guest
by BWW News Desk - February 23, 2022
The Phoenix Theatre will present The Magnolia Ballet by Terry Guest, March 17 - April 10, 2022. Terry Guest is an award-winning Playwright, Actor, Producer, Poet and Teaching Artist based in Chicago, IL.
Hard Rock Casino Northern Indiana to Kick Off Free Country Music Fridays Series in April
by BWW News Desk - February 23, 2022
Hard Rock Casino Northern Indiana will kick off its brand-new weekly music series, Country Music Fridays, on the Hard Rock Café Stage beginning Friday, April 1, 2022. The robust lineup of country artists will include performers who are considered to be some of the most talked about rising stars in country music today.
Final Week to Apply for Carmel International Arts Festival 2022
by BWW News Desk - February 21, 2022
The Carmel International Arts Festival for 2022 is scheduled to take place September 24 and 25, 2022 in the Carmel Arts & Design District. The deadline for artists to register is rapidly approaching with the final day for registration February 27, 2022.
BWW Review: Find Your Dream with PRETTY WOMAN: THE MUSICAL
by The Marriage Matinee - February 17, 2022
There is always an inherent risk to taking a classic movie and trying to redo it in some way. That risk pays off with PRETTY WOMAN: THE MUSICAL. This production has charm, humor, and that all-essential romance we love from the film. Missing out on this touring show would be a big mistake. Big. Huge.
David Davila's THE PINATA to Receive Workshop Production
by BWW News Desk - February 17, 2022
David Davila's The Piñata will receive a workshop production at Indiana University this weekend directed by Lauren Diesch in fulfillment of an IU Theatre and Dance graduate first year playwright and director collaboration project.
Photos: KINKY BOOTS Opens Tonight At Beef & Boards!
by BWW News Desk - February 15, 2022
Kinky Boots, the Tony Award-winner for Best Musical, struts onto the Beef & Boards Dinner Theatre stage for the first time, featuring music by Cyndi Lauper and a heartwarming tale that’s based on a true story. Now on stage, this high-heeled hit brings plenty of sparkle to Beef & Boards’ 49th Season!
BWW Review: FAHRENHEIT 451 at Indiana Repertory Theatre
by Melissa Hall - February 09, 2022
The Indianapolis Repertory Theatre is heating up these cold snowy days with a sci-fi classic. Fahrenheit 451 is on stage until Feb. 20 on the OneAmerica MainStage. One would hope that this play would become irrelevant in our world, but unfortunately, it’s more important than ever.
MEAN GIRLS Star Erika Henningsen To Host Master Classes For Discovering Broadway Inc.
by BWW News Desk - February 08, 2022
Broadway star of Mean Girls, Erika Henningsen, is coming to Central Indiana February 27th to teach an audition class and a Mean Girls Callback class at the Cole Porter Ballroom located in the Hotel Carmichael. Safety is a top priority, with COVID-19 regulations being implemented.
PRETTY WOMAN at Murat Theatre -- A Cinder-Freakin'-Rella Story with Jessica Crouch
by The Marriage Matinee - February 05, 2022
It’s time for breaking barriers and discovering a modern fairy tale in PRETTY WOMAN: THE MUSICAL coming to Indianapolis the 15th through the 20th. Before this fabulous show hits the stage, we had a moment to talk to Jessica Crouch, who is playing Kit De Luca. She gave us some special peeks behind the magic and into the process that brought this beloved story to Broadway.
Student Blog: A Theatre Major's Plea for Change
by Student Blogger: Maddie Davies - January 31, 2022
I realized how much of what I wanted from life may end up not possible because the world simply might not last another 40 years. I decided to write a poem that is my plea for people to realize just how dire the climate crisis is.
Tickets on Sale Now for PRETTY WOMAN: THE MUSICAL at Old National Centre
by BWW News Desk - January 25, 2022
Broadway in Indianapolis and the producers of PRETTY WOMAN: THE MUSICAL announced that single tickets for the upcoming tour engagement in Indianapolis are on sale now. 
BWW Review: JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR Turns 50 at Clowes Memorial Hall
by The Marriage Matinee - January 21, 2022
The 1970's rock opera JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR celebrated its 50th anniversary this year and the anniversary tour is currently at Clowes Memorial Hall in Indianapolis. This iconic musical has always been one of our favorites, and we've have lost count of how many times we've seen it. This touring production exceeded every one of our very high expectations. While it remained true to the original version, some contemporary tweaks brought it to a new level of greatness.
Storytelling Arts of Indiana Explores Race Relations and More in MY STORIED LIFE
by BWW News Desk - January 20, 2022
Storytelling Arts of Indiana present a unique pairing of acclaimed storytellers to highlight diverse backgrounds and the similarities of the human experience. Carol Birch and Ray Christian will perform “My Storied Life” at Eugene & Marilyn Glick Indiana History Center on Saturday, February 12, 2022. Audiences can enjoy the performance in person while wearing masks and after showing proof of vaccination. They also have the option to watch the livestream from home. 
Livestream Added for The Bang On A Can People's Commissioning Fund Concert
by BWW News Desk - January 18, 2022
On Thursday, January 20, 2022 at 7:30pm, Bang on a Can presents the 2022 Bang on a Can People's Commissioning Fund concert, one of the most anticipated and reliable launching pads for composers in New York and beyond. The performance is co-presented by Kaufman Music Center as part of the annual Ecstatic Music Series at Merkin Hall (Kaufman Music Center, 129 W. 67th St.) and is a New Sounds Live co-presentation with host John Schaefer.
JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR Canceled December 18; Musical Will Play Indianapolis' Clowes Memorial Hall January 19-23 
by BWW News Desk - January 17, 2022
The Tuesday, January 18 performance of JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR has been postponed due to travel conditions impacted by recent weather events. The show will go on as scheduled the remaining Wednesday-Sunday performances. 
Buck Creek Playhouse to Present GOOD PEOPLE
by BWW News Desk - January 17, 2022
Buck Creek Players is continuing their 48th season with this live comedy production on their mainstage. Join them for the six live in-person performances at the playhouse starting Friday, February 4th and running through Sunday, February 13th.
SKELETON CREW By Dominique Morisseau Comes to The Phoenix Theatre
by BWW News Desk - January 17, 2022
In the final installment of Dominique Morisseau's Detroit Project, rumors of foreclosure creep into the breakroom at one of the last auto-stamping plants in Detroit.
Winners Announced For The BroadwayWorld 2021 Indianapolis Awards
by BWW Awards - January 11, 2022
Winners have been announced for the 2021 BroadwayWorld Indianapolis Awards. The 2021 Regional Awards honor productions which had their first performance between October 1, 2020 through September 30, 2021.
Learning How to Love Him - Interview with Jenna Rubaii from JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR
by The Marriage Matinee - January 09, 2022
JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR is coming soon to Indianapolis, and we had the good fortune to talk to Jenna Rubaii, who plays Mary Magdalene in the latest Broadway touring production. She offered us keen insights into what makes this production different and gave us a glimpse behind the curtain to learn more about how the magic we see is created by the cast.
Phoenix Theatre to Present LOVE BIRD
by BWW News Desk - January 05, 2022
Phoenix Theatre will present Love Bird by K.T. Peterson. Love Bird is about quirky romantic comedy about being alone, falling in love, and connecting in a messy world.
Southbank Theatre Company Streams RABBIT By Nina Raine
by BWW News Desk - January 02, 2022
Southbank Theatre Company streams its second show of the season with award-winning British playwright, Nina Raine's play Rabbit, directed by Marcia Eppich-Harris, Thursday through Sunday, December 30-January 9, 2022 on Broadway OnDemand.

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