First time at Symphony on the Prairie! We were at a reserved table and got to bring food to share…read morewith our friends who would also be at our table. Enjoyed the music of Queen and had our charcuterie and sangria. I'd definitely get a table again! When seated at a reserved table you also have access to private air conditioned bathrooms. We were able to watch the performance of the stage or view the large overhead screen. The show was enjoyable and had one intermission. I was glad that I chose to wear dressy /casual since seats at the table seemed a bit more upscale than sitting in lawn chairs. Afterwards as long as you understand that leaving will take a while then it's really not bad. We chatted with a friend for a bit at her tailgate and then got in the line to leave.

Here for the face to face Billy Joel and Elton John tribute show. The venue is beautiful and even…read morethough it's hot with beverages and food, it matures for a really great. He basically sit up on the hill with the performing group down to the bottom for a wonderful evening. You can bring your own food if you want or you can purchase it there, they have number of vendors, including, Snow, so much more. The performances are top level performances many of them include the Indian Symphony. Just traveling performers are truly at the top of you can get reserved parking for a charge, or just park for free out in front of the museum. Highly recommend a great place for a single, date, family, or group.

The Indianapolis Chamber Orchestra made its debut in 1984 under the name Musicians of the Cloister…read more In 1987, the organization changed its name to Indianapolis Chamber Orchestra. In 2007, ICO joined the Indiana State University Contemporary Music Festival as Orchestra-in-Residence - this is an honor that continues to this day. In 2012-2013, it also became Orchestra-in-Residence for the Butler University Schrott Center for the Arts. In 2015, ICO released its first commercial CD "Momentum 21." I've seen ICO more than once - most recently at Garfield Park, an ideal location for this smaller orchestra as they played beautifully surrounded by the sounds of nature and an absolutely stunning day. ICO has nearly 2,500 supporters, nearly 40 seasons, 235+ performances played, and 34 musicians. ICO's mission is to advance and promote music composed for the small orchestra through professional concert performances and education programs. They have a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion on their website and in their practices. As I began exploring their concert season for this year, I was impressed that they openly had references to accessible seating. As a wheelchair user, I'm often used to the idea that I have to go hunting for the information. The Schrott Center for the Arts is quite accessible. You can buy season tickets or individual concerts. They also do educational programming including virtually. Matthew Kraemer is the music director and principal conductor. While ISO gets an awful lot of attention here in Indy, I actually really love ICO with its smaller orchestra and more intimate sound. There's a passion that comes alive that I really appreciate and these artists have unique programming and a true sense of adventure in terms of what they'll perform. If you've never been to an ICO performance, I highly recommend it.

We went to a performance at Butler of the ICO. They played three sets (sorry if it is not called a…read moreset). Each set was with a different mix of instruments. Our favorite was when the grand piano was on the stage, but they were all great!

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

What a great performance space! The first time I was able to check out this theatre is at…read moreiNDYfRINGE festival 2012, and it definitely had some great shows there, including BOT, which was freakin' spectacular! Not to mention, this space has a refreshment booth, which is always a plus. You've gotta appreciate these smaller performance spaces because it keeps the show more intimate with the audience, as well as getting the community involved in local theatre. I cannot stress enought how important it is for us to support that which makes our city special - the arts especially. I'm a huge advocate of small businesses and local artists, so forgive me if I sound huffy-puffy when I say GO RIGHT NOW! See some indie show that will probably never be seen again because some guy wrote it in his car because he needed the money for gas. You won't regret it! And even if you do regret it, you'll still walk away with a different point of view. That's the beauty of theatre!

TOTS, or Theatre On the Square, is one of Indy's best bets when wanting to take in local theater…read more TOTS offers a varying selection of plays and other types of shows, and is one of the main theaters used during the Indyfringe Festival in the fall. The Main Stage offers auditorium style seating. Stage 2 is more of an intimate setting that is primarily made up of four top tables and higher bar top seating. In both cases, if you want to feel as if your on stage, the front row will but you extremely close to the action. There is a small concession stand that offers drinks, including beer and wine, and snacks for cash prior to entering. Tips to keep in mind: **Seating for both stages is first come first serve, so make sure to arrive early if you wish to have all of your party sitting together. ***The main restroom is down a flight of stairs. They do have a single restroom on the top level near the main stage; however, it may or may not have a "Cast" sign **If you don't have time to visit their box office, they do use Vendini online ticketing, which will charge you a small fee. ***Parking - It's Mass Ave, so parking can be hard to come by. Factor extra time in when planning to arrive in time for shows ***If you tend to go to a lot of their shows, they usually offer a flex pass at the start of the season that is a good option.

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.

Let's get the complaints out of the way:…read more Early entry in to the building was at 10am. We did not get inside till 10:15am. It took 5 guys to put up the enter / exit sign. Post and emails said the building was heated. It may have been heated but it wasn't very warm. Music should have been turned off and a mic used to give instructions to people waiting. One young lady about 5 ft tall was not adequate to project over the crowd of mostly adults that weren't taught how to form lines. One last complaint WHY WAS UNIQUE HOME SOLUTIONS THERE?!?!? Out of place and not fitting with the event. No T-shirtso over xl. It's a carb lovers event. Next year do some 2 - 4 xl shirts. The good: Event space was bigger. Lines went much faster with the 4 stop stations. Whomever thought of that GOOD JOB! The flow was actually flowing. Lots more seating and tall tables. Great selections even from as far as Kokomo. Nada and Joella were the two best and most cheesy macs. Excellent event! Can't wait till next year. It's a nice break for the winter blahs.

Nice event but a little chaotic until the crowds died down around 2:00. Signage would have been…read morehelpful as it was difficult to see which line led to each vendor. My favorites were the creations from NADA and Wildcat. I hadn't visited either of those restaurants yet so now both are on my list. Will visit soon! Some of the vendors ran out of food before I could get to their area, which was disappointing. Fat Dan's, Clustertruck, and Sangrita were three that I really wanted to try but were out by the time I made it to their areas. It was difficult to state which was the true favorite when we hadn't sampled them all. I would suggest a larger area for next year, with separation between the tables for a more orderly event. The lines were so long and wide that it was difficult to tell which vendor's line you were in until you progressed to the table. Separation between the tables, signs above the tables, and a larger area would make this a five star event.

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.

Every summer, the Garfield Shakespeare Company produces FREE Shakespeare shows at the MacAllister…read moreampitheatre in Garfield Park, as well as a spring show in the Garfield Park Arts Center. Admission to the summer outdoor show is free and unreserved, and you don't have to bring your own chairs, as the ampitheatre includes seats. Last year, I saw their performance of Romeo and Juliet; this year, they did Julius Caesar. They're an amateur company, and it's a labor of love, but the shows are quite good (especially for free outdoor Shakespeare!) The actors are also well mic'd, which means that you should be able to hear them even if you're sitting near the back. They're also putting on some less commonly performed shows (such as Richard II in spring 2018), which is very exciting. Check them out in the spring and summer!