Arts

INDYtoday: INDY_Christmas Nutcracker ballet Indianapolis Ballet_NOV23
Arts
Where to see The Nutcracker in Indy
The legendary holiday ballet returns to Indy this year with several spectacular productions across town.
November 30, 2023 03:02 PM
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Shea Stapley
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History
The history of one of the most popular music venues in the Midwest: The Vogue
After 85 years in business, The Vogue has transformed into one of the top destinations for music and live events in Indianapolis.
November 6, 2023
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Shea Stapley
Mural of Kurt Vonnegut
Culture
Would-be Indy novelists, take note: National Novel Writing Month is here
November is National Novel Writing Month, so sharpen those pencils — your New York Times Bestseller may be on the charts soon.
October 31, 2023
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Shea Stapley
Funky Bones sculpture in Virginia B. Fairbanks Nature Park
Arts
The history of Indianapolis’ “Funky Bones”
Here’s the interesting backstory behind Indy’s favorite skeletal friend.
October 13, 2023
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Shea Stapley
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Small Business
New art studio for all ages opens in Broad Ripple
Create Art Studio will offer classes for all ages, as well as space for local artists to sell their work.
October 10, 2023
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Nicole Hernandez
a symphony conductor at work
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Add to cal: 3 diverse, moving performances by the Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra
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4 family-friendly picks at Old National Centre
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The best immersive art exhibition in Indianapolis is back
(For a limited time only.)
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Live
Give these Indianapolis live music venues a listen
We’ve made a concerted effort to orchestrate this list, so you can focus on finding the artists you adore.
September 25, 2023
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Shea Stapley
INDYtoday: INDY_Just Pop In Popcorn Tibbs Drive-In Theatre_SEPT23
Arts
Movies that were filmed in Indianapolis
Lights, camera, action. Here are a few famous movies that have filmed in the Circle City.
September 19, 2023
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Shea Stapley
shot of a comedian performing
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Indy Comedy Forecast: 100% chance of laughs at Old National Centre
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Arts
Celebrate “Indiana’s Nicest Day” at the Penrod Arts Fair
From handmade wares to live performances to tasty eats, there’s something for everyone.
September 7, 2023
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Shea Stapley
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Arts
BUTTER Fine Art Fair is back for its third year
BUTTER is back for Labor Day weekend to showcase 50+ local and national Black artists.
August 31, 2023
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Nicole Hernandez
shot from behind of a woman looking at an exhibition about African American history
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New Conner Prairie exhibition “Promised Land as Proving Ground” explores how African culture shaped America
The upcoming multi-media exhibition and artist residency program delivers an immersive historical + cultural experience.
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History
The history of Indianapolis’ favorite dinosaurs
The prehistoric friends outside the Children’s Museum of Indianapolis required huge crews and tons of steel to make and install.
August 22, 2023
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Shea Stapley
INDYtoday: INDY_Cookies by Kelsey
Small Business
Meet a few of the local makers bringing style and color to Indianapolis
Indy is chock-full of incredible crafters, creators, and artists. Here are just a couple whose work make us want to click add to cart.
August 15, 2023
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Shea Stapley
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Play
Date night ideas for every type of Hoosier
Got a hot new fling? Hoping to spice things up with your longtime partner? We’re here to help plan your next date in the Circle City.
July 26, 2023
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Nicole Hernandez
Gen Con attendees walk around Georgia Street in downtown Indianapolis
Events
A guide to Gen Con in Indianapolis
The best four days in gaming returns to Indianapolis and we’re sharing everything you need to know so you don’t miss one of the biggest conventions the city hosts.
July 7, 2023
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Nicole Hernandez
Exterior of the History Center
Play
Museums in Indianapolis, IN
Whether you’re a history buff, art aficionado, or sports fan, these 15 museums in Indy have it all.
June 15, 2023
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Katie Molck
People hanging out in the plaza by the fountains in Fountain Square
City
Crowdfunding campaign aims to give Fountain Square plaza new life
The neighborhood is trying to raise $17,500 to reactivate the Fountain Square plaza by July 1.
June 6, 2023
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Nicole Hernandez
Rendering of the mural with emphasis on blue
Culture
The final Bicentennial Legends mural is in the works for Indianapolis, IN
Chicago-based artist Anna Murphy will feature 43 Hoosier legends in her mural for the City of Indianapolis on the side of the downtown Steak ‘n Shake.
May 16, 2023
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Anna Bowman
White River Promenade walking path
City
Potential filming locations around Indianapolis, IN
Hoosier directors, assemble. INDYtoday readers have spoken + shared some of Indianapolis’ best filming locations. Spoiler alert: some of them are eerier than others.
May 12, 2023
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Anna Bowman
Newfields Monet and Friends Alive May 2023
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Last chance: “Monet & Friends Alive” at Newfields
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People walking amongst art tents
Culture
Broad Ripple Art Fair returns on Saturday, May 20
Will you be one of the expected 15,000 people attending this year’s outdoor art + music festival on Saturday, May 20 and Sunday, May 21?
May 10, 2023
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Anna Bowman
The tunnel under the Circle Centre Mall
City
If Indy were a movie set, where would you film?
There are plenty of picturesque spots around the Circle City, but which ones have that certain cinematic setting?
May 8, 2023
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Anna Bowman
Inside an artist studio
Events
First Fridays around the Circle City
We’re sharing what First Friday is, how it came to be, and where some of the best First Fridays are in Indianapolis, IN.
May 4, 2023
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Anna Bowman
Outside at the Eiteljorg market
Arts
Eiteljorg Indian Market and Festival is back
The 31st annual event will return on June 24-25.
April 26, 2023
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Anna Bowman
Monet and Friends Alive Newfields April 2023
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Need last minute Mother’s Day plans? Newfields has just the thing.
Hello, Impressionist art.
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Exterior of Central Library
Arts
Hoosier authors Leah Johnson and Ashley C. Ford in conversation
The two bestselling writers will discuss Leah’s new book, “Ellie Engle Saves Herself.”
April 24, 2023
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Anna Bowman
A graphic with the words "2023 poetry contest finalists"
Arts
Read the finalists’ poems in our 2023 poetry contest
We challenged our readers to turn one of our newsletters into a poem — here’s what you came up with.
April 18, 2023
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Sarah Leonhardt
Two people stand in an immersive, 3-D Monet exhibit.
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Step into Claude Monet’s world of Impressionist art with “Monet & Friends Alive” at Newfields
Come to Paris with us, won’t you?
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