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THE CABARET INDIANAPOLIS

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Indianapolis, IN 46204



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

Eric McCormack & Laura Bell Bundy: A Blonde, Brunette, and Some Duets - from Primetime to Sondheim
Eric McCormack & Laura Bell Bundy: A Blonde, Brunette, and Some Duets - from Primetime to Sondheim
Sep 28 – Sep 29, 2024

Eric and Laura bring Broadway’s The Cottage to the stage, promising a night of unforgettable entertainment that spans Broadway hits, cinematic charm, and chart-topping tunes!

Dee Dee Bridgewater
Dee Dee Bridgewater
Jun 22

The Cabaret brings Grammy and Tony Award-winning jazz giant Dee Dee Bridgewater to the stage.

The Big Broadway Sing-Along: Tony's Edition 2024
The Big Broadway Sing-Along: Tony's Edition 2024
Jun 14

Back by popular demand, it’s the Big Broadway Sing-Along! Join us for an eveningof music, pageantry, and the magic of Broadway show tunes, as local...

Lasana Kazembe: Paul Robeson – Man of the People
Lasana Kazembe: Paul Robeson – Man of the People
May 31

Paul Robeson: Man of the People is a new creative production that chronicles the life and legacy of one of the twentieth century’s most important and...

Gavin Creel
Gavin Creel
May 10 – May 11, 2024

Enjoy an intimate evening with Tony Award winner Gavin Creel as he brings you his favorite Broadway tunes, pop hits, and selections from his thrilling new theatrical...

Ball State BFA Musical Theatre: Student Showcase
Ball State BFA Musical Theatre: Student Showcase
Apr 20

Prepare to be wowed as The Cabaret spotlights the next generation of cabaret stars. See their fresh take on songs from contemporary musical theatre, the...

J. Harrison Ghee: The Beauty of Life
J. Harrison Ghee: The Beauty of Life
Apr 12 – Apr 13, 2024

Tony Award winner J. Harrison Ghee made history as the first non-binary actor to win in a leading individual performance category for creating the role as...

Cheyenne Jackson: Signs of Life
Cheyenne Jackson: Signs of Life
Mar 8 – Mar 9, 2024

Emmy and Grammy Award-nominated Cheyenne Jackson brings his critically acclaimed New York 54 Below show to The Cabaret stage. A veteran of stage and screen, with 15...

Lauren Henderson
Lauren Henderson
Feb 14

“This is jazz mastery.” – Downbeat MagazineJoin us for a sultry evening with internationally acclaimed chanteuse, Lauren Henderson. A permanent fixture in the international jazz...

To Life...and All That Jazz: Ball State's BFA Senior Cabaret - featuring the works of Kander, Ebb, Bock, and Harnick
To Life...and All That Jazz: Ball State's BFA Senior Cabaret - featuring the works of Kander, Ebb, Bock, and Harnick
Jan 20

This year, under the guidance of Broadway performer Megan McGinnis along with Ball State faculty members Michael Rafter, Johnna Tavianini, and Bill Jenkins, this performance is a culmination of a...

Darren Criss: A Very Darren Crissmas
Darren Criss: A Very Darren Crissmas
Dec 16 – Dec 17, 2023

Since bursting onto the pop-culture landscape from Fox’s hit show Glee over a decade ago, Emmy and Golden Globe winner Darren Criss has embodied the kind of kaleidoscopic artistry that’s...

The Big Broadway Sing-Along: Holiday Edition
The Big Broadway Sing-Along: Holiday Edition
Dec 7

Back by popular demand, it’s the Big Broadway Sing-Along! Join us for an evening of music, pageantry, and the magic of Broadway show tunes, as...

Jason Robert Brown
Jason Robert Brown
Nov 3 – Nov 4, 2023

Living legend of musical theatre - contemporary composer, director, orchestrator, and lyricist, Jason Robert Brown shares an evening of his songs in an intimate setting....

Britnee King: Please Clap Part of the Incubator Series
Britnee King: Please Clap Part of the Incubator Series
Oct 27

Our very own Communications & Marketing Manager, Britnee King, is debuting her first-ever solo performance at The Cabaret…and she is both thrilled and terrified. Not...

Mago's Herrera
Mago's Herrera
Oct 14

“You can declare Magos Herrera to be one of the greatest contemporary interpreters of song.” - Latin Jazz Network“She’s stretching the very notion of jazz...

KERRY BUTLER: Faith, Trust, and Pixie Dust Part of the Glick Philanthropies Broadway at The Cabaret Series
KERRY BUTLER: Faith, Trust, and Pixie Dust Part of the Glick Philanthropies Broadway at The Cabaret Series
Oct 6 – Oct 7, 2023

Tony Nominee, Broadway royalty, and Disney Princess Kerry Butler will take you on a musical journey through Disneyland and beyond, transporting you to a land...

LIZZ WRIGHT: Holding Space Part of the Jazz at The Cabaret Series
LIZZ WRIGHT: Holding Space Part of the Jazz at The Cabaret Series
Sep 24

“A singer of uncommon openness and direct emotional appeal.” - New York TimesThrough an inimitable voice that The New York Times touts as, “a smooth,...

VERONICA SWIFT Part of the Jazz at The Cabaret Series
VERONICA SWIFT Part of the Jazz at The Cabaret Series
Sep 18 – Sep 19, 2023

“...a jazz lioness with a pure tone, large lungs, a knowing sense of repertoire, and sure swing style.” - JazzTimes“She has a miraculous voice, musical...

Brooke Shields: An Intimate Evening
Brooke Shields: An Intimate Evening
Sep 8 – Sep 9, 2023

Brooke Shields: An Intimate EveningPart of the Glick Philanthropies Broadway at The Cabaret SeriesDates:Friday, September 8 | 8 PMSaturday, September 9 | 8 PMTicket Prices:Premium 2-tops: $150 | Premium: $135 | Banquettes: $135 | High Cocktail: $120 | Main Floor: $90SophistiTIX Members (Under 35) | 25%...

The Alley Series
The Alley Series
Jul 21 – Aug 25, 2023

Indy’s coolest spot to vibe on a hot summer night.The Alley at Library Square (The Alley) has been such a huge success, that we decided to...

American Patchwork Quartet
American Patchwork Quartet
Aug 10

Folklorist Allan Lomax said, “America has a patchwork culture made up of the dreams and songs of all its people.” For generations, these songs have...

The Alley Featuring Public Universal Friend
The Alley Featuring "Public Universal Friend"
Jul 21

Public Universal Friend (PUF) is an Indianapolis-based art rock band fronted by queer goth americana matriarch Jody Galadriel Friend. After a decade-plus solo career, PUF’s 2021 debut...

Melody Gardot, Part of the Jazz at The Cabaret Series
Melody Gardot, Part of the Jazz at The Cabaret Series
Jun 20 – Jun 21, 2023

Don’t miss this rare opportunity to see multi-Grammy nominated singer-songwriter and musician Melody Gardot live. Gardot's music is unable to be defined by genre – ranging from...

THE BIG BROADWAY SING-ALONG – TONYS EDITION
THE BIG BROADWAY SING-ALONG – TONYS EDITION
Jun 9

Celebrate Tony Awards weekend with a big Broadway sing-along! Join us for an evening of music, pageantry, and the magic of Broadway show tunes, with...

CHITA RIVERA: The Rhythm of My Life
CHITA RIVERA: The Rhythm of My Life
Jun 2 – Jun 3, 2023

It’s Tony Awards month and what better way to celebrate than with Broadway legend Chita Rivera. A theatrical icon and one of Broadway’s greatest triple-threat...

Jeremy Jordan
Jeremy Jordan
May 18 – May 21, 2023

Tony nominee Jeremy Jordan will offer a new cabaret show performing songs that defined his rise to the Broadway stage and the big screen, including...

AMBER GRAY
AMBER GRAY
Apr 28 – Apr 29, 2023

Amber Gray recently starred as the scene-stealing Persephone in the Tony Award-winning Best Musical Hadestown, for which she received a Tony nomination for “Best Featured...

BALL STATE BFA MUSICAL THEATRE CLASS OF 2024:  Junior Showcase
BALL STATE BFA MUSICAL THEATRE CLASS OF 2024: Junior Showcase
Apr 14

Doors open at  6:30 PM.Friday, April 14 | 8 PMTickets | $45 | $40 | $30 | $15SophistiTIX Members (Under 35) | Discount not applicable...

JESSICA VOSK: In My Golden Age
JESSICA VOSK: In My Golden Age
Mar 10 – Mar 11, 2023

Broadway sensation Jessica Vosk, who won hearts with her performances in Wicked, Fiddler on the Roof, and more – then flat-out stole them in her...

CLAYBOURNE ELDER
CLAYBOURNE ELDER
Mar 3 – Mar 4, 2023

In this candid show, one of Broadway’s brightest (and hunkiest!) stars, Claybourne Elder, shares his favorite songs – from Sondheim to French pop – along...

ELERI WARD: The Tender Tour
ELERI WARD: The Tender Tour
Feb 18

New York City-based actor, singer, and musician Eleri Ward gives Sondheim the indie treatment. Ward's acoustic covers of Sondheim's songs have amassed a viral cult...

Parlor Social
Parlor Social
Feb 10 – Feb 11, 2023

"Not so much ragtime revivalists as post-hip-hop ragtime redefined, this duo takes the old-school showmanship of Cab Calloway and beefs up the catchy speakeasy jive...

BALL STATE BFA MUSICAL THEATRE CLASS OF 2023: We Know Things Now – Seniors on Sondheim
BALL STATE BFA MUSICAL THEATRE CLASS OF 2023: We Know Things Now – Seniors on Sondheim
Jan 20

Students | Discount not applicable to this performanceUnder the guidance of Broadway performer Megan McGinnis along with Ball State faculty members Michael Rafter, Johnna Tavianini,...

Fred Hersch & esperanza spalding
Fred Hersch & esperanza spalding
Jan 8

Part of the Jazz at The Cabaret SeriesPRESENTED BY: Joe & Diane Vande BoscheSupporting Sponsors: Diana Mutz & Howard Schrott | Dr. & Mrs. Robert...

Hot Sardines
Hot Sardines
Dec 10

A YULETIDE BLEND OF HOT JAZZ – Be a part of this raucous, Hot Club Holiday celebration featuring timeless classics and original tunes including swinging renditions...

Matt Doyle
Matt Doyle
Dec 3

Matt Doyle is fresh off the heels of a 2022 Tony Award win for his show-stopping performance as 'Jamie' in the Broadway revival of Stephen Sondheim's Company, for...

Jennifer Simard
Jennifer Simard
Nov 18 – Nov 19, 2022

Funny lady Jennifer Simard received her second Tony nomination for her current role as Sarah in the hit Broadway revival of Company. Other Broadway credits include Mean...

Abby Mueller
Abby Mueller
Oct 28 – Oct 29, 2022

Abby Mueller recently completed her reign as the original Jane Seymour in the Tony Award-winning hit Six: The Musical on Broadway. Before that, she starred as Carole...

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