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Indianapolis, IN 46204



Review: A Lovely Night at Beef & Boards with RODGERS & HAMMERSTEIN'S CINDERELLA


by The Marriage Matinee - June 01, 2026

RODGERS & HAMMERSTEIN'S CINDERELLA has held sway over audiences since its television premiere in 1957. Beef & Boards has brought its many charms and magic to life with a dazzling production that is the family show for the season....

Review: A Tale as Old as Time, Reimagined BEAUTY AND THE BEAST at Murat Theatre


by The Marriage Matinee - May 06, 2026

Catching Beauty and the Beast at the Murat Theatre at Old National Centre was nothing short of magical. This Broadway touring production delivered exactly what you hope for from a Disney classic - and then some....

Review: The Evidence Points to CLUE at Old National Centre with Endless Laughter


by The Marriage Matinee - April 16, 2026

There is no denying the timeless appeal of a murder mystery. That sense of intrigue and excitement has been captured in a board game, on the big screen, and now on stage. CLUE is the theatrical adaptation that keeps the essence of its beloved predecessors...

Review: SINGIN' IN THE RAIN at Beef & Boards Dinner Theatre


by Melissa Hall - April 14, 2026

The stage version of the 1952 musical is back, and many of the previous cast members are revising their roles. Kimberly Doreen Burns is back as Kathy Selden, and Sarah Hund returns as the glamorous and grating Lina Lamont. Joseph Rafael Davila is the new Don Lockwood and brings his exuberance and wo...

Review: Ease on Down to Clowes Memorial Hall for THE WIZ


by The Marriage Matinee - March 19, 2026

THE WIZ has become a cultural touchstone for audiences for generations. And you can tell why when you watch the current production of THE WIZ at Clowes Memorial Hall....

Review: PRETTY WOMAN: THE MUSICAL at Beef & Boards Delivers Charm & Laughs


by The Marriage Matinee - February 23, 2026

PRETTY WOMAN became a beloved classic as a film. It had an undeniable chemistry between the actors and a balance of hard and soft moments that drew audiences in. It’s always a question if a film turned into a musical can have the same effect....

Review: BORROWED BABIES at American Lives Theatre


by Melissa Hall - February 13, 2026

A world premiere, a Hoosier playwright, and a little piece of fascinating but overlooked history. Borrowed Babies has all the makings of a great play. American Lives Theatre’s (ALT) current production is on stage at the Phoenix Theatre Cultural Centre right now. ALT produced playwright Jennifer Bl...

Review: MJ THE MUSICAL Brings Unmatchable Energy to the Old National Centre


by The Marriage Matinee - January 15, 2026

MJ THE MUSICAL could be summed up in two words: jukebox musical. But that is a disservice to this powerhouse of a show. MJ THE MUSICAL has incredible intensity, depth, and intentionality that brings out the man behind the myth. It is a remarkable tribute to a true musical visionary and what makes hi...

Review: Get Caught In AGATHA CHRISTIE'S THE MOUSETRAP at Beef & Boards


by The Marriage Matinee - January 12, 2026

It is a rare and admirable accolade to be the longest running play in the world, and THE MOUSETRAP has clearly earned its top spot. This timeless murder mystery penned by the iconic Agatha Christie keeps audiences on the edges of their seats from start to finish. The current production at Beef & Boa...

Review: A Revolutionary Night -- Hamilton at the Murat Theatre


by The Marriage Matinee - December 05, 2025

This touring production delivered all the brilliance, electricity, and emotional punch that has made the show a global phenomenon; yet what stood out most in Indianapolis was the sheer excellence of the choreography and the ensemble...

Past Shows

The Color Purple
The Color Purple
Oct 14 – Oct 22, 2023

THE COLOR PURPLE is an inspiring family saga that tells the unforgettable story of a woman who, through love, finds the strength to triumph over...

Dreamgirls
Dreamgirls
Jul 30 – Jul 31, 2022

Dreamgirls The Musical... Grab your Tickets now to our "Summer Musical" This Dynamic show performs One Weekend Only July 30-31, 2022. Order Tickets: www.ipacindy.org Reserve...

Dance Chicago Presents Stories of Dance
Dance Chicago Presents Stories of Dance
Nov 11 – Nov 17, 2019

Emergence Dance Theatre presents the 25th anniversary of Dance Chicago, an annual celebration of dance curated by Artistic Director John Schmitz, November 2 -17. Dance...

Dance Chicago 25th Anniversary Party
Dance Chicago 25th Anniversary Party
Nov 16

Emergence Dance Theatre presents the 25th anniversary of Dance Chicago, an annual celebration of dance curated by Artistic Director John Schmitz, November 2 -17. Dance...

Sister Africa
Sister Africa
Aug 17 – Sep 10, 2017

Stephanie Liss’ world premiere drama about efforts to aid female and child victims of the Congo's ongoing civil war, will be performed by a cast...

The Radiant
The Radiant
May 18 – Jun 11, 2017

Set one hundred years ago in Paris, The Radiant centers on the true, tempestuous, and love-torn life of Madame Marie Sklodowska Curie. Widowed at thirty-nine,...

The Liar
The Liar
Apr 21 – May 27, 2017

The Liar tells the story of Dorante, a young man newly arrived in Paris who wastes no time beginning his search for love and adventure,...

Einstein's Gift
Einstein's Gift
Aug 4 – Aug 28, 2016

Based on a true story, German scientist Fritz Haber is renouncing his faith, fearing persecution from an increasingly oppressive and militaristic government. In this award...

Ah Wilderness
Jul 26 – Sep 2, 2012

The O'Neill season continues with his only lighthearted and comic play, Ah Wilderness!. Set in New England in the days of America's innocence, this affectionate...

Beyond the Horizon
Mar 15 – Apr 22, 2012

A rare revival of O’Neill’s very first full-length 1920 Pulitzer Prize winning drama, Beyond the Horizon is the story of two brothers, one a dreamer...

Videos


Memphis The Musical  in Indianapolis Memphis The Musical
Marian Theatre (9/19-9/26) PHOTOS
Annie in Indianapolis Annie
Waldron Arts Center (12/10-1/03)
Jonathan Van Ness: Hot & Healed Comedy Tour 2026 (18+) in Indianapolis Jonathan Van Ness: Hot & Healed Comedy Tour 2026 (18+)
Old National Centre (9/13-9/13)
Legally Blonde in Indianapolis Legally Blonde
Indiana University (3/03-3/04)
Premier Arts Presents: Sister Act in Indianapolis Premier Arts Presents: Sister Act
The Lerner Theatre (10/16-10/18)
Rodgers & Hammerstein's "Cinderella" in Indianapolis Rodgers & Hammerstein's "Cinderella"
Beef & Boards Dinner Theatre (5/28-7/12) PHOTOS
 The Big Broadway Sing-Along in Indianapolis The Big Broadway Sing-Along
The Cabaret (7/24-7/24)
The Fray & Dashboard Confessional in Indianapolis The Fray & Dashboard Confessional
Everwise Amphitheater at White River State Park (7/10-7/10)
The ConstelLate Show: Holiday Special in Indianapolis The ConstelLate Show: Holiday Special
Waldron Firebay (12/17-12/27)
Cats in Indianapolis Cats
Wagon Wheel Center for the Arts (6/04-6/13)