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Faith-based play, ‘Life at the Bar,’ to premiere at Marian University
Indy-based playwright and producer Elesha Storey has waited over a decade to share “Life at the Bar” with audiences. Storey, who is also the founder and CEO of DASHING Nation, […]
Out and About with Barney: Indiana music history project preserves the state’s diverse musical heritage
The Indiana Music History Project preserves the state's diverse musical heritage through collections of memorabilia and oral histories recorded over the last 11 years.
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Published July 22Inside Tampa Theatre’s historic restoration
As Tampa Theatre nears its 100th anniversary, restoration crews are preserving the history, craftsmanship, and character of the beloved landmark.
Alicia Keys and Swizz Beatz art exhibition to stop at Newfields
“Giants,” which opens Sept. 19, features artworks from celebrated Black contemporary artists — plus, the couple’s piano and drum machine.
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Published July 22SOTD 7/22/26: Helmet Head by Kyle Kimbrell [song debut]
The WMNF Song of the Day for July 22, 2026 is “Helmet Head” by Kyle Kimbrell that just dropped today! Kimbrell is a Birmingham, Alabama-based singer-songwriter and guitarist whose music draws from Americana, country, rock, and blues traditions. Known for his thoughtful…
Space Time event to explore the cosmos through visual storytelling
UTICA — The Project Fibonacci Foundation will host a presentation on the cosmos combining science, music and storytelling at Utica University at 6 p.m. Thursday, July 30, according to organizers.
Filming begins for Little Five movie in Bloomington
BLOOMINGTON, Ind. - Production has begun for the film “Little Five" focusing on the history of the women’s bike race at Indiana University. Bill Armstrong Stadium is the stage for the race each April, and now it’s the set for the upcoming film. The lead-up to the first-ever…
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Published July 21Grand Opening Of New Macbeth & Cheese Playhouse
By Srishti Tripathi The Brandon Riverview Chamber of Commerce proudly celebrated the grand opening of the new MacBeth & Cheese Playhouse with a ribbon-cutting ceremony on June 24, marking an exciting new chapter for Brandon Performing Arts Inc. and the local arts community.…
Indy rapper Skypp’s new album is all about Black empowerment
“The Soundtrack to Being Black” is due out in early August.
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Published July 21How Justine B. Knights is preparing for Miss Florida FI 2026
Justine B Knights discusses preparations for Miss Florida FI, military testosterone testing, Trump's Gambling Teleprompter, and more.
Comedian KevOnStage to perform on Indy's north side
INDIANAPOLIS — Comedian KevOnStage is set to perform at Butler Arts & Events Center in a one man show in October. The social media star will headline the "Grief Sucks" tour at the Shelton Auditorium in Indianapolis. He will share on losing his brother Jason in 2022, and how he…
St Pete Catalyst
Published July 21Historic art exhibit spotlights women printmakers
"There are so many different types of techniques and ways to use the medium."