Domenica Bongiovanni

2 weeks ago | indystar.com | Domenica Bongiovanni

The Indiana State Fair kicked off its 2025 concert announcements June 4 with several big names, including Indianapolis native Babyface and actor Bill Murray. The shows will take place during the run of the fair — Aug. 1 to 17, except for Mondays — on the Hoosier Lottery Free Stage. This year's theme is the "Soundtrack of Summer," which will include an exhibit on iconic album covers and a pop-up record store. The fair is announcing the concerts in waves over the course of the summer.

2 weeks ago | yahoo.com | Domenica Bongiovanni

Indianapolis Ballet's 2025-26 season will be marked by another major collaboration with the Indianapolis Symphony as well as several premieres. In September, the company will perform George Balanchine's "Concerto Barocco" for the first time, and dancers will present world premieres of more works with original choreography. In the spring, the ballet will program "The Sleeping Beauty" at Clowes Memorial Hall as the third installment of its running collaboration with the orchestra.

2 weeks ago | indystar.com | Domenica Bongiovanni

Indianapolis Ballet's 2025-26 season will be marked by another major collaboration with the Indianapolis Symphony as well as several premieres. In September, the company will perform George Balanchine's "Concerto Barocco" for the first time, and dancers will present world premieres of more works with original choreography. In the spring, the ballet will program "The Sleeping Beauty" at Clowes Memorial Hall as the third installment of its running collaboration with the orchestra.

2 weeks ago | indystar.com | Domenica Bongiovanni

A slate of soloists and world premieres highlight the Indianapolis Chamber Orchestra's new season, called "In Motion." Across the fall of 2025 and first half of 2026, the ensemble will invite pianist Gabriela Martinez, guitarist Sharon Isbin, and violinists Tim Fain and Brendon Elliott among others to perform. The season's world premieres will include Michael Shapiro's "Zoomies!" — inspired by dogs and their playful bursts of energy.

2 weeks ago | indystar.com | Domenica Bongiovanni

We've entered the season in which humming cicadas, delectable snacks and sticky air combine to gift Hoosiers a favorite summer tradition: nights at the drive-in theater. Nearly 20 such establishments still operate in Indiana, offering blockbusters and retro films while satisfying cravings for deep-fried munchies and all manner of sweet delights. Find the complete list of drive-in theaters and what to know below. We offer the following advice: First, it's good to have cash on hand.