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Andrew Bird & The Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra
Apr 9
Take this opportunity to treat yourself with great tunes! this 2026! You owe it to yourself! This spring, Andrew Bird & The Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra...
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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
Mufaro's Beautiful Daughters
May 9
A man named Mufaro has two daughters who are very beautiful..., but their personalities are very different! Manyra is selfish and mean, while Nyasha is...
Spotlight 2011
May 7
The best of Indianapolis' performing arts community come together for one night of heart-stopping, pulse-raising, thought-provoking performances - all on the Clowes Memorial Hall stage!...
Faust
May 4 – May 6, 2012
Sell your soul the Devil and there will be hell to pay. Old and disillusioned, Faust forfeits his soul to Mephistopheles in exchange for youth...
Garrison Keillor
May 9 – Apr 9, 2012
Garrison Keillor was born in 1942 in Anoka, Minnesota, and began his radio career as a freshman at the University of Minnesota from which point...
Playing For Change
Feb 24
What began as a PBS documentary with the lofty goal of fostering hope and inspiration through music has now become a worldwide phenomenon. Inspired by...
Butler Ballet: Midwinter Dance Festival
Feb 17 – Feb 18, 2012
Join the Butler Ballet as they explore the repertoire of choreographic masterpieces from the 20th Century and invest in an entirely new generation of masterworks...
Street Drum Corps
Jan 20
An amazing combination of thunderous percussion and visual stimuli. An unforgetable mix of energy, theatricality and passion....
Common
Jan 19
Common, hailed as one of hip-hop's most poetic and respected lyricists, delivers messages of self-respect, love, and activism in music and speeches....
Virtually Me!
Jan 17
Virtually Me! is a rockin' new musical encouraging students, teachers and parents all across the country to foster a new dialogue about cyber-bullying and technology...
A Brown Bear, A Moon & A Caterpillar
Jan 10 – Jan 11, 2012
Mermaid's much-anticipated new production, A Brown Bear, A Caterpillar And A Moon: Treasured Stories By Eric Carle, will bring together old favorites and new friends....
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