I think there are those organizations that feel like they are part of the cultural tapestry of…read moreIndianapolis. Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra is definitely one of those organizations. It's hard to imagine that anyone doesn't know ISO, though I'll confess that even I don't go to their concerts often enough. Every time I do, I'm overjoyed. So, the basics. ISO is Indiana's largest nonprofit performing arts organization with over 200,000 people attending their concerts and educational programs annually. A 12-month season includes around 150 concerts, though they're far from limited to their Monument Circle home (they are based out of Hilbert Circle Theatre, though they're likely just as known for their Conner Prairie shows and their educational programs like Metropolitan Youth Orchestra, Teddy Bear Series, Discovery concerts (kids grade 3-6), and others. ISO was founded in 1930 and is getting psyched up to celebrate its 100th anniversary. They have central values of Inspiration, Unity, Integrity, and Stewardship. If you've ever been to Circle Theatre, or any of their concerts really, you know they emphasize accessibility to music and to their shows (I will admit I have had a couple concerns with the Conner Prairie shows and accessibility). The musicians are not just immensely talented, but it's often quite the joy seeing them interact with audiences - and I love watching educational programs. From stunning classical music to pop culture integration (like the Star Wars shows), I love the creativity and just plain fun of these concerts. Truly, truly truly...ISO is one of Indy's true treasured non-profits.

Something is very wrong with the management here in 2025. Been volunteering as an usher here for…read moreover 20 years and was informed recently my services were no longer needed without explanation. I inquired into this and was ignored. I volunteer usher at over a dozen venues all very happy with me. I am on time, do my job, am friendly with the patrons & tidy up the venue after shows. Please do not patronize a company that treats others like this.

Enjoyed the production "She Stoops to Conquer" very much. The acoustics makes it difficult to…read morefollow the dialogue at times but the animation and expressiveness more than made up for poor acoustics. I smiled and giggled through the play. It's well worth the trip to the Grove Haus!!!!! Please attend one of the remaining shows. You will walk away, .

I love going to plays here. Small intimate theater with no bad seats. They have a nice variety of…read morethemes for the plays. You can get a drink and a snack to enjoy the show with.

I love art and I don't claim to be too artsy so a chance visit to a theater show left me…read morespellbound. Both by the actors and the space itself. Phoenix Theater is in the heart of downtown and this being my first visit I was amazed by the contemporary building which wasn't too huge but just the right size where we enjoyed a 2 hours long show around some really impactful issues in the world. The space seems to be non profit driven and built going by the donations wall and it's kept really clean and spotless. The staff is very friendly and they maneuvered effortlessly through the show. I saw people from all parts of the world, and professions attend the show and had invigorating conversations in the end. Definitely check out the shows and plan some especially during the colder season.

This was my first time visiting Marian's theater. It is nice and clean. The view from my seat was…read moregood. The chairs were comfortable. The stage is large. The theater was a bit warm, but it was explained that the boiler had been turned on due to the cold weather but this particular day was in the 60s. The production, sound, and lighting were good. There is small cash only concession stand ran by the students. The lobby is small, but there is a ticket and will call counter. I have another concert here a few weeks. I'm glad Marian University and the community arts are working together.

Such a great theater. Plenty of parking, easy check-in/ticket purchasing. The theater seats about…read more500, and all the seats are good. (As a matter of fact, I'd rather sit in the balcony than in the floor. It has a great view of the stage.) The seats are comfortable and spacious. It's easy to find your seat and get down the aisles. The sound system and lights are great. The only drawback is the small lobby. If it's a well attended show you have to wait in line for concessions for a really long time. Overall, this is a great venue.

This year a Christmas presentation, instead of a play, was a outstanding musical…read more Much like Yuletide Celebration, this was a fast moving, well preformed, one Christmas act after another. The voices of the starring performers were professional level An acrobatic scarf performer showed the beauty and her athletic ability during several different Christmas acts Upon entering the theatre, Santa greeted all with a harp ensemble. I saw several children on Santa's lap We have attended Yule tide celebration for years but this performance rivaled it. With ticket prices under $50. Put this performance on your Christmas list, you won't be sorry you did.

You just gotta love the enthusiasm fo the actors and all the supporting crews. You can tell…read moreeverybody is working out of love for the plays and not for the love of money. The plays are generally well done, fun and entertaining. The small venue guarantees a good view and accustic from any seat in the house. I suggest getting season tickets, they are such a bargain and give you entertainment year round. Snacks and drinks are also available here. Street parking may seem limited, however, there is a large private parking lot behind the building.

I recently enrolled my granddaughter in a tumbling class here. I am new to the area so wasn't…read morequite sure what to expect. The first thing that sold me on this place was the price ($10 for a 45 min class plus a one time fee of only $10 to sign up). The cost is low enough that most families can afford to send their kids and I liked that. When we went inside the place, it was like entering back stage at a concert, people everywhere, kids in all kinds of outfits, controlled chaos. The building is huge. Lots of large and small rooms. Piano lessons in one room, ballet in another, tumbling in another. Don't be put off by the small waiting area in the front. There are other multiple waiting areas in various locations throughout the two floor building. It is a really cool place. The room where my granddaughter was learning tumbling was a large room. The floor was padded, the instructor and her helper welcomed her into the class. She was enthusiastic and seemed genuinely interested in making all of the kids feel comfortable and proud of what they are learning. I have noticed my granddaughter becoming more confident with each class. The teacher recently moved her to a higher level class. After the first class in the new group, my granddaughter said, "you have to be really good to be in this class." She was very proud. If you are looking for a place to send your child for some type of music, dance or tumbling classes, I would highly recommend The Mooresville Arts Partnership.

What a great way for a community to give their children the gift of the Arts. We're involved in…read morethe Musical Theatre, and my granddaughter loves to attend classes on Wednesdays where she can be herself and learn as she goes. She is excited about the summer camp coming up soon, and enjoys being with other kids who are interested in the Arts. You go, MAP

If you were fortunate enough to snag tickets for Into The Woods musical performance at this…read morewonderful playhouse you know what I'm talking about. This first class production was amazing! Every attention to detail was seen in the costumes, the set was awesome, the actors were flawless with beautiful voices, and a wonderful live orchestra provided the music. Good news travels fast - every show was a sellout. The venue seating is nicely tiered so there is not a bad seat in the house. Very reasonable priced refreshments are available for purchase and there is plenty of parking. Keep an eye out for the entrance sign, it's tricky to spot. I have been here 50 times over the years for various shows, including some plays that my granddaughters have been in, and have volunteered to usher. The local talent is always top notch. Buck Creek Players is a not-for-profit organization, run by volunteers, and they are are celebrating their 50th anniversary this year.Buckcreekplayers.com accepts donations online, offer internship programs and memberships, and have an exciting new season coming up!

The Buck Creek Players is a great little community Theater tucked away on the South East side of…read moreIndianapolis. Unless you were looking for it, like me, you might not know of it's existence! I went to see Little Women musical and the cast did a wonderful job. Even though I have seen the story many times I was still drawn in to the story. The actors played their parts well and left me laughing several times. I followed my GPS to take me there and once I got off the interstate I noticed a few small signs to direct me further. Make sure you pay attention to where the turn is into the Theater. There is a sign, but my GPS did want to take me a tad further on the road. The building sits alone and just looks like a warehouse. There was plenty of parking and no traffic to get there. The surroundings inside were comfortable as well. They do have a small selection of snacks if you want some thing to munch on during the performance. The seats were comfortable and they offered one intermission. The cost of the performance was $20 which was very reasonable. You can purchase your ticket online and show them your ticket electronically. When I arrived at the ticket counter they were very organized and I just had to give them my name. This was their 48th season in production and it appears like they perform Six shows in the season. I will definitely be bookmarking this place to go back for the next season

My daughters took me to see the nutcracker at Old National Centre…read more This is my first time seeing the Indianapolis Ballet Company. My understanding is the company was founded in 2018. The dancers were good, very professional, choreography ok. My FAVORITE dancer was by far Yoshiko Kamikusa who is a founding artist. As a former dancer myself, I was totally captivated by Yoshiko. She was strong, graceful, flawless, and absolutely stunning. I enjoyed the evening and applaud the Ballet company. I hope to see them again.

My daughter had her very first class of any kind in the creative dance class. Everyone of the staff…read morewas very friendly. However, drop off was less than organized or structured. It seems as if two groups were starting within 30 min of each, and so extra littles were just hanging out for 30 min. People are coming and going. Door remained locked and parents didn't go past front entry, but for this newbie mom, I had to wait in the hallway for 5 min just to make sure my daughter didn't come out crying from too much going on....after a year of the class, even experiencing a questionable photoshoot day, I still feel they have a good dance school and great way to stay involved and aware of the professional ballet dance community. If we still lived in the city, my daughters would all go, but sadly, we are a good 30 min drive away. Will still venture downtown to see a production. (...note this was a review written in 2021-2022)