Witty entertainment and some thought-provoking mentalist tricks. A lot of audience participation…read more The show was alittle over an hour long. Free parking in Market Street lot, garage is attached to the Hilton.

Christian and Katalina have an easy, funny banter between themselves and the audience that makes…read morethe show feel like an evening with friends. Both the magic lovers and the skeptics in our family were entertained (and stumped)! You're allowed to bring in drinks, as they don't serve anything during the show. We were wishing for more when the show ended, so we'll have to go back next time we're in Indy!

This is a great local theatre in the community to see all levels of artistry! A group that I dance…read morewith has performed their multiple times and has enjoyed it every single time. One of the best parts about the theatre is they partner with you so that you as an organization makes money and the theatre does too. The stage has everything you need to put on an amazing performance complete with lights, curtains, concessions and backstage dressing room areas too! No matter what show you catch you wil enjoy it and there is a wide range of prices from completely free and up! You will catch plays, concerts, artwork and so much more. If you live in Lawrence Township and have yet to catch a show at the Theatre at the For you need to and for those in Indianapolis in general check a show out or two.

Originally known as the Post Theatre, this building was originally built in 1929. It's actually the…read moreonly original Fort Benjamin Harrison building still being used for its original purpose - as a venue for movies and entertainment. While previously it served the military here, the fort itself is long gone and the building now falls under the non-profit umbrella of Arts for Lawrence. Arts for Lawrence acquired the building in 2016 and began some pretty significant renovations including new technologies, film capabilities, cosmetic upgrades, and a building addition. The building can be used for both movies and stage performances and is actively used for both. Indy-based Heartland Film recently moved into the Fort Ben area (in the Sterrett Center) and often utilizes this theater including for its current holiday movie series. Accessibility has greatly improved under Arts for Lawrence (fantastic non-profit), though there are obviously limits given the age of the building. As a general rule, attending events here should be no problem for those, like myself, with mobility issues. There's parking right across from the building. I'm not sure about the seating capacity here, though it's a relatively intimate setting with probably no more than a couple hundred seats. The theatre itself is close to several nearby restaurants and it's easy to make attending an event here a date night. Fort Harrison State Park is also less than five minutes away!

Michael Scott and the Jazzmen are such a vibe. I love their soulful sound, they are great for any…read moreoccasion. We have seen them in different bars and restaurants around the city and it's always a good time when they're playing.

From the owner: Michael Scott and The JazzMen featuring Jus Renee and Mr D will give you reasons to Hug yourselves…read moreand Love yourselves to LifeTime so that other people will know how to Love you to LifeTime especially yourselves and to Love Real Live Music!

We had a super fun night at the Dinner Detective. This is an interactive dinner show. I will say it…read moreis filled with mainly crinngey humor but super fun to figure out the mystery throughout the night. To throughly enjoy this night you need 2 things: alcohol and good company. The table we were at was amazing! We did not know them but got to know them throughout the night. They were hilarious and fun company. Food wasn't too great. I would give it a 2/5 stars. It was okay but not super flavorful. I did enjoy the Cesar salad and the carrot cake. I got these tickets as a birthday present and I thought it was a great gift! Not something I would buy for myself but it was SO MUCH FUN!

Food was terrible and the show seemed like it was put together a couple hours before. Won't pay $85…read morefor tickets, $20 for parking, and another whatever I spent on drinks again. Waste of time, money, and gas.

What a lovely venue! We came for a concert and were very impressed…read more - Comfortable seats with decent leg room/walking space. - Very good sound/acoustics. - Plentiful and very clean restrooms. - Very friendly and helpful staff. - Great area with restaurants within walking distance before the show. I hope other artists book here!

This place is beautiful and a great place to see a concert…read more While there isn't a parking lot for this place, there is valet parking and a parking garage within a short walk. All the volunteers were very friendly. I wish they had more food options but they did have a well-stocked bar!

I recently became acquainted with this eponymous gem of a theater. It's neatly tucked away between…read moreconstruction sites in Carmel, and is an intimate space that offers local productions. As others have mentioned, there truly is not a bad seat in the house. I came here with a friend to watch a medical themed mystery written by a local cardiologist, and we were even able to chat with him during intermission. The friendly gentleman manning the refreshment counter gave us a bit of background on several of the many cat pieces he'd procured to decorate the building. I can't wait to catch another performance here!

This was our second trip to the Cat Theater and continues to be a jewel nestled in the hub of…read moreCarmel. It provides talented local theater artists a venue to showcase their skills. Both visits were to see the plays of a favorite local playwright and fiction writer, Dr. L. Jan Eira. Last year we enjoyed STAY SMALL. This time it was a thriller called AMBUSH that stayed intense to the very end. It made me jump and a monologue from male lead made my wife tear up. It makes me feel so blessed to have such talented actors, actresses, directors and playwrights here in central Indiana. The theater is cozy and seats about 150. Every seat is a premium seat and draws you into the action on stage. Refreshments are available before and during intermission. Set within a short walk of many numerous restaurants and pubs, it a great date suggestion.

Our foodie group went to Mud Creek Players one Saturday afternoon after brunch to see the play "I…read morelove you, you're perfect . . .now change." This was my first time coming here to see a play, so I was looking forward to the performance. It has been a long time since I have seen a play at a local community theater, so this was a treat for me. The play did not disappoint me at all. The actors did a wonderful job with the performance. The play is based on a Broadway musical, and it had a little bit of everything from singing to acting with different skits throughout the play. I was laughing and even crying a little bit throughout the play. Mud Creek Players is a great venue in Indianapolis that offers community theater plays and sketches for entertainment. The interior is definitely like an old style stage and theater with a concession stand in the front. All proceeds from the concession stand sales go towards a foundation for the theater. It is a very nice venue and the staff are wonderful and friendly. The play was excellent and entertaining like I said earlier, and it was worth the ticket price of $20. I'm glad I was able to see a play here at Mud Creek Players, and will definitely come back here again to see a play because it was great entertainment for a Saturday afternoon. So glad Indy has culture available to us!

Enjoyable outdoor version of Alice in Wonderland. The large cast did an awesome job considering…read morethe limitations of having to move/remove props themselves as the action progresses. The audience was seated either at tables or were free to sit on the grass. Several groups brought blankets to spread out with some bringing food to eat while they watched the performance. It was a great low key performance. Although tickets were free they did need to be reserved in advance. And donations are accepted which I didn't realize until a friend noticed a small sign and basket on the way out. So if you go and enjoy the performance I'm sure donations are most welcome.

From the moment we walked in--feeling secure with visible security and welcomed by friendly…read moregreeters--this experience was fabulous. Smiles were everywhere, setting the tone right away. My son and I went on a special date to see A Christmas Story, and it did not disappoint. The cast was incredible! Their energy was contagious and drew us into the story from the very first scene all the way to the end. I truly can't say enough good things about how amazing this show was. We will absolutely be back for more plays!

Booth Tarkington Civic Theatre is the largest of more than 70 community theatres in Indiana and one…read moreof the ten largest of over 7000 active community theatres in the U.S. It is also considered the nation's longest continuously active community theatre. In operation since 1915, Civic Theatre offers 90 performances and 500 opportunities to participate onstage or behind-the-scenes in a professional theatre setting annually. Since its beginning, Civic has had five different homes. In 1915, it started at the Herron Art Institute before moving to the 240-seat Hedback Community Theatre in 1924. In 1973, Civic moved to the 645-seat Showalter Pavilion at IMA before relocating in 2004 to a 490-seat theatre at Marian University. Finally, Civic moved into the Tarkington at the Center for the Performing Arts in 2011. The current theatre has 513 seats. Mainstage productions include everything from musicals to comedies to dramas with an average of 30,000 patrons annually. Education has also always been a strong component of Civic programming with education and outreach programs reaching over 20,000 people each year through classes, workshops, and educational performances for all age groups from toddlers through older adults. As someone who believes strongly in inclusive theatre (I was a drama minor in college myself), Civic does one of the better jobs in Central Indiana of addressing accessibility issues. They are known to offer sensory friendly performances, have offered audio-described performances (and have large print programs), and also offer accessible parking, accessible entrances, and accessible seating that can be reserved. They also offer shows with ASL and Assisted Listening. For those with disabilities, I recommend contacting Civic for more detailed information. I've seldom attended a show here without seeing other wheelchairs or individuals with intellectual/developmental disabilities. I've never been on-stage at Civic, but I have worked behind the scene in years past. Most recently, I've attended as both an audience member and media member. My experience has been that Civic leans toward more well known, fairly mainstream productions. For example, the 2022-23 season includes The Diary of Anne Frank, The Cat in the Hat, The Sound of Music, and Murder on the Orient Express. Jr. Civic is an amazing opportunity for the kids to get involved. Civic Theatre is definitely one of Central Indiana's longtime stage gems. With an outstanding group of professionals and volunteers, Civic offers consistently high quality performances and a great experience for theatergoers. Located in Carmel, it's an easy drive and a great entertainment in a beautiful setting.

My first experience was the Festival of Carols and it was magical! Loved every song that was sung…read more Everyone did a wonderful job and I much enjoyed that they were interactive with the audience. Looking forward to coming back next year!

I recently had the chance to check out the Carmel Symphony Orchestra during their annual holiday…read moreextravaganza that included special performances, the Indianapolis Ballet Conservatory, and a choir from Second Presbyterian Church in Indianapolis. The Carmel Symphony Orchestra is an 80-member fully professional Resident Orchestra of The Palladium at The Center for the Performing Arts. It was started in 1976 and Maestro David Commanday was just this week named their new conductor. It's scheduled to go through the 2024-2025 season minimally. The orchestra also holds the Young Artists Competition. The concert itself was exceptional. The orchestra sounded amazing and, of course, the Palladium is an excellent venue with tremendous acoustics and sound quality. The guest performances were beautifully coordinated, as well. The Carmel Symphony Orchestra is a non-profit organization and their various concerts reach about 50,000 people annually. In 2010, the symphony performed on Michael Feinstein's release "We Dreamed These Days" and has performed with quite a few greats throughout its existence and especially since establishing its relationship with the Center for the Performing Arts.

4 stars because this place has yet to host a production at this address in Broad Ripple. 4 stars…read morebecause the director of this facility is motivated to change this space into a nice theatrical destination. Look for upcoming productions to start around September.

The space is perfect for theatre. My daughter just participated in a play with the non profit MAR…read morefoundation. Love the space!!