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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...

Review: A Holiday Tradition - A BEEF & BOARDS CHRISTMAS Shines Bright


by The Marriage Matinee - December 03, 2025

A Beef & Boards Christmas is an absolute must-see. This year’s production is nothing short of spectacular -- a joyful, uplifting celebration that blends nostalgic charm with dazzling talent, making it one of Indy's most enchanting holiday traditions....

Past Shows

THE CURIOUS INCIDENT OF THE DOG IN THE NIGHT-TIME
THE CURIOUS INCIDENT OF THE DOG IN THE NIGHT-TIME
Mar 14 – Mar 29, 2025

Winner of the 2013 Tony Award® for Best Play.Winner of the 2013 Olivier Award for Best New Play.15-year-old Christopher has an extraordinary brain: He is...

MEAN GIRLS
MEAN GIRLS
Jul 27 – Jul 30, 2023

Cady Heron may have grown up on an African savanna, but nothing prepared her for the wild and vicious ways of her strange new home:...

Agatha Christie's MURDER ON THE ORIENT EXPRESS
Agatha Christie's MURDER ON THE ORIENT EXPRESS
Mar 10 – Mar 25, 2023

Just after midnight, a snowdrift stops the Orient Express in its tracks. The luxurious train is surprisingly full for the time of the year, but...

THE CAT IN THE HAT
THE CAT IN THE HAT
Mar 4

The Cat in the Hat is the perfect friend for a boring rainy afternoon. From games and mischief to Thing One and Thing Two, The...

THE DIARY OF ANNE FRANK
THE DIARY OF ANNE FRANK
Feb 10 – Feb 25, 2023

In this transcendently powerful new adaptation by Wendy Kesselman, Anne Frank emerges from history a living, lyrical, intensely gifted young girl, who confronts her rapidly...

A CHRISTMAS STORY THE MUSICAL
A CHRISTMAS STORY THE MUSICAL
Dec 2 – Dec 24, 2022

A CHRISTMAS STORY, THE MUSICAL, which received rave reviews on its Broadway run, is based on the movie classic that runs round-the-clock on television every...

RENT
RENT
Oct 7 – Oct 22, 2022

Set in the East Village of New York City, Rent is about falling in love, finding your voice and living for today. Winner of the...

YAP's 42ND STREET
YAP's 42ND STREET
Jul 28 – Jul 31, 2022

Come along and listen to the lullaby of Broadway! 42nd Street celebrates Broadway, Times Square and the magic of show biz with wit, humor and...

THE 39 STEPS
THE 39 STEPS
Feb 4 – Feb 19, 2022

Mix a Hitchcock masterpiece with a juicy spy novel, add a dash of Monty Python and you have The 39 Steps, a fast-paced whodunit for...

THE COLOR PRUPLE
THE COLOR PRUPLE
Oct 8 – Oct 23, 2021

This musical adaptation of Alice Walkers Pulitzer Prize-winning novel (and the popular 1985 Steven Spielberg film) spotlights Celie, a downtrodden young woman whose personal awakening...

Guys and Dolls
Guys and Dolls
Apr 27 – May 12, 2012

Guys and Dolls is a gamboling musical you can bet on. Every song is a hit in this classic production, often referred to as “The...

Lend Me a Tenor
Lend Me a Tenor
Feb 10 – Feb 25, 2012

Humor your funny bone with a delicious dose of pure, operatic nuttiness that will have everyone rolling in the aisles. In Ken Ludwig’s zany comedy...

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