March 18 - April 11
LUCY HAS SOME 'SPLAINING TO DO AT THE PHOENIX THEATRE
LOVING LUCY, a new play by Philip blue owl Hooser, presents America's favorite redhead as you've never seen her before
The Phoenix Theatre will present playwright Philip blue owl Hooser's LOVING LUCY on its Underground Stage. The production opens with a half-price preview on Thursday, March 18 and closes Sunday, April 11. Performances are at 6:30pm on Thursdays, 8:00pm on Fridays and Saturdays, and 2:00pm on Sundays. Tickets are $22.50 for those 25 and over, $12.00 for those 24 and under. Reduced rates are available for groups of 15 or more. Call the theatre at 317-635-PLAY (317-635-7529) for tickets and information. ABOUT THE PLAY
LOVING LUCY takes place on a single monumental night in Lucille Ball's life: March 2, 1960. On that day, she films the final episode of I Love Lucy, thus ending a ten-year relationship with Lucy Ricardo, her greatest creation. The following day, she will go to court and end her nineteen-year marriage to Desi Arnaz, the man with whom she revolutionized the television situation comedy format and built a Hollywood studio.
Commissioned by the Unicorn Theatre of Kansas City, LOVING LUCY is a tour-de-force (with slapstick!) that is like an evening of classic television: flickering, episodic, and often illuminating. Director Jack Randall Earles, a devout Lucy fan, says, "seventeen years after her death, Lucy is a bigger star than ever. LOVING LUCY," he says, "helps explain that phenomenon." He thinks adult fans of I Love Lucy will love the play: "It's told with familiar humor and personal candor -- it is truly like spending an evening with America's favorite redhead."
The Phoenix Theatre production of LOVING LUCY features Megan McKinney in the role of Lucille Ball. McKinney last appeared at the Phoenix in 2002 in the role of Meredith Parker in the smash hit production of BAT BOY! THE MUSICAL. She also appeared in the 2000 production of OH NO, HERE COMES CHRISTMAS. At the Indiana Repertory Theatre she has appeared in A CHRISTMAS CAROL, THE RED BADGE OF COURAGE, and STATE OF THE UNION.
Performance Dates and Times are:
Thursdays at 6:30pm March 18 (half-price preview), March 25, April 1, April 8
Fridays at 8:00 March 19, March 26, April 2, April 9
Saturdays at 8:00 March 20, March 27, April 3, April 10
Sundays at 2:00 March 21, March 28, April 4, April 11
Ticket Information:
Single tickets are $22.50 for those 25 and over, $12.00 for those 24 and under. Season FlexPasses are available for $112.50 (plus a $2.50 handling fee). FlexPasses provide six adult admissions and can be used in any combination. Group rates for adults are available for groups of 15 or more.
Curtain Times:
Thursday night performances start at 6:30pm. Friday and Saturday night curtain time is 8:00 and Sunday matinees start at 2:00.
The Phoenix Theatre is located at 749 N Park Ave in Indianapolis. Phone 317-635-PLAY or email for ticket information.
*Lucille Ball was an historical person, who is used fictionally in this play. Loving Lucy has not been commissioned, licensed, or approved by the Arnaz family or the estates of Lucille Ball and Desi Arnaz, or any entity or person involved in the creation or licensing of I Love Lucy.*
April 1 - April 20
Shed Your Threads at Central Indana American Eagle Outfitters
An event to benefit Children's Bureau, Inc. American Eagle Outfitters is partnering with CB to help teens in our community. AE asks that you donate your used clothes to any Central Indiana store between April 7 and April 20 and get get a 15% off coupon from AE for new clothing. Donations will be given to Children's Bureau, Inc.
April 2 - April 24
The Waiting Room by Lisa Loomer at TOTS
Lisa Loomer's often witty, often painful yet objective look at women throughout the centuries who alter themselves physically to please their men. She also takes on the medical establishment and their lack of responsiveness to new "foreign cures" for the sake of big business patents and profits in the U.S.A. The result is a hilarious, touching, enlightening and effective piece of theatre.
The play follows three women from three different centuries who end up together in a doctor's waiting room. Each has distinct medical problems resulting from her social lot in life - Victoria, an uptight woman from the Victorian era who is told by her husband that her ovaries are the cause of her psychological problems and hysteria and, therefore, need to be removed; Forgiveness, a woman from 17th-century China who has had her feet bound since she was a young girl as her culture considers that a symbol of beauty; and Wanda, a contemporary single woman who is continuously improving her looks and body through plastic surgery in hopes of finding that special someone.
Curtain times are Fridays and Saturdays at 8pm, Sundays at 2:30 pm at:
Theatre on the Square 627 Massachusetts Ave
Indianapolis
Tickets are $20 for Adults, $17 for Students and Seniors. Group Rates Available. Contact the box office at 317-637-8085 for details.
Saturday April 3
GIFA (Greater Indianapolis Fairness Alliance)Planning Meeting
GIFA (Greater Indianapolis Fairness Alliance) is having a planning meeting at 10 am at Vic' coffee shop (next to Out Word Bound Books).
We'll be talking about:
- the voter reg meeting last Saturday (a group of 50 people from peace activist to environmentalist to seniors to GLBT strategized how to get non-voting people to vote and how to get swing voters to hear our message)
- registering voter's at the Butler women's festival next Thursday, Earth Day on April 24, and Gay Pride Fayre. What types of information we need to have on hand to distribute.
- The candidate survey that's being created for this fall's elections
- Information sheets for different types of educational situations
- Planning a fall get-out-the-vote rally
If you want to have an impact on this fall's election, please attend or let us know you'd like to be involved. We can use all the help available from helping to plan activities to taking a 2-hour shift to register voters at events.
Thursday April 8
Butler Women's Arts Festival
Demia, Butler University's Feminist Group proudly presents the first ever.... Butler Women's Arts Festival Krannert Room on the Lower level of Clowes Memorial Hall Doors Open at 6:4PM, Show starts at 7:00PM Tons of different female performing artists and visual artists and Free Food!!!
The Spotlight Artist of the evening is...KATIE RIEDER!!! Katie is a Columbus, OH based Singer/Songwriter whose music has been heard on Dawson's Creek and elsewhere. Admission is FREE so... come and have a great time celebrating Women's Music and Art in the Butler and Indianapolis Community! For more information contact Laura Connallon at
Wednesady April 14
Indy Pride Board Meeting
The Indy Pride Board meeting will be held on Wednesday, April 14 at 7:00 p.m. in the Conference Room at Gregs. Everyone is welcome to attend.
Thursday April 15
"No Taxation With Discrimination" TAX US-MARRY US
The government takes tax money from Lesbians and Gays, yet refuses to grant equal rights guaranteed under the Constitution. When you take tax money from a group of people and then turn around and say they don't have the same legal rights as others, that's discrimination, pure and simple.
Previous generations of civil rights activists have built movements to force reluctant governments to do the right thing. Today we must do the same. Please join us on April 15 for a DontAmend.com protest on April 15, Tax Day. The Indianapolis protest will be at 5:00 pm at the Main Post Office, 125 W South St.
For more information about the Indianapolis protest, please e-mail . For information about national activities, go to the DontAmend.com website.
April 15 - May 23
PHOENIX THEATRE PRESENTS THE REGIONAL THEATRE PREMIERE OF TAKE ME OUT, THE TONY AWARD-WINNING PLAY BY RICHARD GREENBERG
The Phoenix Theatre continues its tradition of presenting the latest Broadway and Off-Broadway shows with the production of TAKE ME OUT by playwright Richard Greenberg. The Phoenix Theatre's production will be the first regional theatre production since the play closed on Broadway in January. The Phoenix Theatre has a tradition of presenting the latest hit plays from New York as soon as they are available, with LOVE! VALOR! COMPASSION!, BAT BOY! THE MUSICAL, and DIRTY BLONDE being examples. TAKE ME OUT will open with a half-price preview on Thursday, April 15 and continue through Sunday, May 23. Tickets are $22.50 for those 25 and over; $12.00 for those 24 and under. Tickets can be purchased with a credit card by calling 317-635-PLAY (317-635-7529).
Darren Lemming is the star center fielder for the champion New York Empires. An extraordinary athlete, he fills both his fans and his teammates with awe at his abilities and his presence on the field and off. When he makes the matter-of-fact announcement at a press conference that he's gay, he throws his team into turmoil and confusion. He also emboldens his closeted accountant, Mason Marzac, to come to terms with his own sexuality-and to fully experience the pure joy of watching great athletes play a sport as well as it can be played. But Darren's announcement brings out the confused and twisted hostilities of the Empires' brilliantly talented but deeply racist and homophobic pitcher, Shane Mungitt-whose rage brings about tragic consequences.
Performance Dates and Times for Take Me Out:
Thursdays at 6:30pm Apr 15 (half-price preview), Apr 22, Apr 29, May 6, May 13, May 20
Fridays at 8:00 Apr 16, Apr 23, Apr 30, May 7, May 14, May 21
Saturdays at 8:00 Apr 17, Apr 24, May 1, May 8, May 15, May 22
Sundays at 2:00 Apr 18, Apr 25, May 2, May 9, May 16, May 23
Subscription Information:
Single tickets are $22.50 for those 25 and over, $12.00 for those 24 and under. Group rates for adults are available for groups of 15 or more. Season FlexPasses are available for $112.50 (plus a $2.50 handling fee). FlexPasses provide six adult admissions and can be used in any combination. FlexPasses will not be sold after June 1. Curtain Times:
Thursday night performances start at 6:30pm. Friday and Saturday night curtain time is 8:00 and Sunday matinees start at 2:00.
Friday April 16
13th Annual Miss Gay IU
Join us on Friday, April 16th, for the nation's largest collegiate drag pageant, Miss Gay IU, to top of Pride Week with a bang!
The event beings at 8 PM at the IU Auditorium, with tickets available at the box office and all
Ticketmaster locations beginning April 9. Tickets are $7.
MGIU is brought to you by OUT For more information, email or visit www.indiana.edu/~out
Saturday April 17
3rd Annual PFLAG Coffeehouse (Columbus)
From 7:00 - 11:00 (Doors Open 6PM) at Unitarian Universalist Church, 7850 West Goeller Road, Columbus, Indiana
Featuring:
- Elly Maze -- http://www.cdbaby.com/cd/ellymaze
- Michael D and Other Outstanding Local Talent
- Silent Auction
- Dance
Tickets: $10 at the door (more if you can, less if you can't)
Proceeds to Benefit: PFLAG (Parents, Families & Friends of Lesbians and Gays), Seymour IN
For More Information, Contact: Pam Smock 812-524-9233, or
Michael Waskom 812-524-8577
Saturday April 17
Women In the Arts Goddess Rocks Dance
Women In the Arts is sponsoring the Goddess Rocks Dance on April 17, 2004 from 7:30 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. It will be held at St. Joan of Arc at 42nd and Central in Indianapolis. There will be a DJ, cash bar and munchies, and a silent auction. Tickets are $20 per person. Tables of 8 will be sold for $18 per person. Tickets are available at Outword Bound Bookstore.
Sunday April 18
Homeward Bound 5K Walk to Benefit Homeless
Homeward Bound - Central Indiana will be held on Sunday, April 18, 2004 at Veteran's Memorial Plaza in downtown Indianapolis. Veteran's Memorial Plaza is located at the intersection of Michigan Street and Meridian Street (bordered by North Street on the North), in downtown Indianapolis.
Homeward Bound is a project among local homeless and affordable housing providers across the State of Indiana. Technical assistance is provided by the Indiana Coalition on Housing and Homeless Issues with program underwriting by Irwin Mortgage, Irwin Union Bank, and Ice Miller.
For more information, see the Homeward Bound website.
Monday April 19
Nineteen Indianapolis Performing Arts Organizations to Join Forces to Raise Money for HIV/AIDS
Indiana AIDS Fund's Spotlight has raised nearly $600,000 in its' 10-year history
Dancers, musicians, actors and vocalists from 19 of Indianapolis' most prominent performing arts organizations will join forces April 19 again to benefit the Indiana AIDS Fund. They'll perform in Spotlight 2004, an annual show that raises money for education, prevention and treatment of HIV/AIDS. The event will be held at 7:30 p.m. at the Indianapolis Civic Theatre.
Spotlight, celebrating its 10th anniversary this year, is the only event in Indianapolis that features performers from so many different organizations. It also has the support of Sir Elton John, whose AIDS foundation will match up to $75,000 of the proceeds raised by the event through the National AIDS Fund.
"In the early 90's, I asked the arts community to come together in support of the friends and colleagues who have been affected by HIV/AIDS," said David Hochoy, artistic director for Dance Kaleidoscope and Spotlight 2004. "I am honored by our premier arts organizations' continued and immediate agreement to perform each year."
Spotlight is the brainchild of Hochoy. While working in New York several years ago, he participated in an annual HIV/AIDS fund-raiser sponsored by numerous dance troupes. In 1993, he and Rob MacPherson, formerly of the Indiana Repertory Theatre, launched Spotlight to raise money for Indiana HIV/AIDS-related causes. Since then, it has been held every year but one.
The event raised $248,000 in 2003 and has raised nearly $600,000 since its inception. The Indiana AIDS Fund uses the money to provide grants to organizations across the state serving and/or advocating on behalf of HIV/AIDS patients. In 2003, 31 agencies received grants.
Since 1982 in Marion County, 1,545 people have been diagnosed with HIV, 3,065 have been diagnosed with AIDS and 1,604 have died of AIDS. Statewide, 4,034 people have been diagnosed with HIV, 7,415 have been diagnosed with AIDS, and 4,084 have died of AIDS since 1982.
Hochoy and Priscilla Lindsay, assistant artistic director at the Indiana Repertory Theatre, will serve as masters of ceremonies. Honorary Co-chairs are first ladies, Maggie Kernan and Amy Peterson. The national celebrity chairs are Randall and Mary Ann Tobias. President Bush named Mr. Tobias Global AIDS Coordinator last July.
The arts groups participating in Spotlight 2004 are:
- American Cabaret Theatre
- American Pianists Association
- Ballet Internationale
- Brenda Williams
- Dance Kaleidoscope
- Gregory Hancock Dance Theatre
- Hope and Victory HIV Gospel Choir
- Indiana Repertory Theatre
- Indianapolis Arts Chorale
- Indianapolis Chamber Orchestra
- Indianapolis Civic Theatre
- Indianapolis Men's Chorus
- Indianapolis Opera
- Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra
- Madame Walker Theatre
- Meridian Song Project
- Phoenix Theatre
- Suzuki & Friends
- Theatre on the Square
Tickets for the event are $25, $50 and $110 and may be purchased at the Indianapolis Civic Theatre box office at 1200 W. 38th St., or by phone at 317.923.4597. Supporters who purchase a $110 ticket can attend a pre-event reception at the Indianapolis Museum of Art. All proceeds from tickets sales will benefit the Indiana AIDS Fund.
The Indiana AIDS Fund, founded in 1994, is co-convened by The Health Foundation of Greater Indianapolis and the Indiana State Department of Health. Since its inception, it has become the largest private funder of HIV/AIDS programs in the state, having granted more than $2 million to more than 60 organizations. The Indiana AIDS Fund also is a community partner of the National AIDS Fund. Additional information about the Indiana AIDS Fund can be found online at www.indianaaidsfund.org.
Wednesday April 21
Pride Planning Meeting
The next IN Pride 2004 Planning Meeting will be on WEDNESDAY, April 21 at 7:00 p.m. in the Conference Room at Gregs. Everyone is invited to come and get involved in planning this year's Pride. Volunteers are needed to work the day of the Parade & Festival (Saturday, June 12). If you would like to volunteer, please visit the Indy Pride website at www.indyprideinc.com, click on the Everything In Pride 2004 button. Scroll down to Pride updates and click the button to submit your information to volunteer.
Friday April 23
IUPUI Advocate Dance
DANCE AWAY THE NIGHT!!
The Advocate Dance will be held on Friday April 23, 2004 from 8pm-12am in University College Lower Level. This dance will be a chance for everyone to socialize and meet new people. Other universities in Indiana have been invited to attend. If you another college and are trying to figure out how to get to IUPUI here are the directions:
I-70 Take I-70 to I-65 North. Take the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Street to West Street exit. Take the road until you get to Michigan Street. Turn on Michigan Street, it's a one way street. Follow the street until you get to IUPUI. Turn left on University Blvd. Look for the signs to park.
I-65 Take I-65 North and follow the same directions as above
I-69 Take I-69 to I-465 south. Take the I-70 exit and follow the same directions as above For more information email: Mark Come, email http://www.iupui.edu/~glbtorg/
Friday April 23
The 3rd Annual IYG Youth Art Auction
From 7:30 - 10:30PM at The Marott, Indianapolis, northeast corner Fall Creek Parkway and Meridian St.
Inspired art, free admission, complimentary hors d'oeuvres, silent auction, elegant atmosphere.
Indiana Youth Group original works of art, posters, special auction items. Meet our youth and those who care about them. For more information, go to indianayouthgroup.org/artauction, or call 317.541.8726, ext. 1
Saturday April 24
Mother Jane' performs with special guest 'Kindred'
Doors open at 6 pm for food and socializing; entertainment begins at 7:30 PM Cost is $10 non-refundable; All proceeds go to the artist. Tickets available: either online: http://www.indyindie.com/buytix.htm or Out Word Bound bookstore Directions given with tix purchase
******Mother Jane*******
Mother Jane....an acoustically & vocally-driven original duo, based out of Lexington, KY. What do they sound like? The age old question for music that falls all across the contemporary folk category. Edgy acoustic pop, stirring ballads and a dip in the soul pool create an unmistakable blend of sweet-faced and in-your-face original songs. "Original Folk dipped in soul." For more info, check out: www.motherjane.com
******* About IndyIndie ********
Our goal is to promote the work of female independent artists and to provide a venue to share their music, art, and poetry with their grass roots audience. Hostesses: Joyce and Cathy.
Saturday April 24
Earth Day Indiana Festival
"Planet Carefully, Use It Wisely" Saturday, April 24, 2004 11am to 5pm
American Legion Mall & Veterans' Memorial Plaza Downtown Indy
Music, Exhibits, food, fun, children's crafts AND the first annual E-Scrap Collection Event from 9am-3pm at the Market Square parking north lot. Used computers and cell phones will be collected (free) to be re-used and recycled and will not go to a landfill. Did you know that an old computer has, on average, 6 pounds of heavy metals?! So please recycle!
Earth Day Entertainment:
- The Ann McWilliams Band
- Arminita
- Governor Davis and the Blues Ambassadors
- Salsa & Company
- The Spirtles
- Tim Brickley and the Bleeding Hearts
- Sara Beth Warren
- Heidi Howe
- Acoustic Catfish
- Silly Safaris with Alligator Aaron
- The Village Drum Troupe
See YOU there!
Saturday April 24
Indy Boyz FTM Social Support Group
SAT, April 24th 3pm - 5pm Jesus MCC Church, 2950 East 55th Place, Indianapolis.
A peer support group for transgendered FTMs and SOFFAs (significant others, family, friends, and allies) meets monthly to share resources and provide support in a safe setting with others whose lives are affected by gender transition or gender non-conformity. This month's discussion topics include Actionism and Activism and a special Family Member Affinity Group (free discussion open to family members of FTM identified individuals only). Not a dating service. Childcare is available, contact . Contact: or 418-5674.
April 28 - May 1
Jason Stuart at Crackers
Gay comedian Jason Stuart will be appearing at Crackers Comedy club downtown. Check out Jason's website for more info.
Thursday April 29
The Damien Center and the Fox 59/WB 4 Community Fund to benefit from Dining Out for Life
Dining Out for Life is a signature annual event of The Damien Center. It joins nearly 40 local restaurants and the Indianapolis community for a day to raise money to fight HIV/AIDS and improve educational awareness. This year, The Fox 59/WB 4 Community Fund, a fund of the McCormick Tribune Foundation, joins the Damien Center to help promote and support the event. A complete list of participating restaurants can be found on the Dining Out for Life link on the homepage of www.damien.org. Each Dining Out for Life community participant will receive a complimentary voucher to an Indianapolis Opera performance of their choice.
By simply asking Hoosiers to dine out on Thursday, April 29th, the Damien Center and The Fox 59/WB 4 Community Fund have established a goal to raise $65,000 from restaurants and cafes, patron contributions and event sponsors. Money raised from the event will be used to increase prevention services and education, and lessen the incidence of hunger, unemployment and homelessness for those in our community impacted by HIV/AIDS.
"We look forward to this event each year," said Tracy Elliott, executive director of The Damien Center. "Because it allows us to have extra funding at a time of great need. With more women, men and children affected by HIV/AIDS, we need to continue to find ways to meet the increasing needs of our clients. It offers such a convenient way for people in the community to contribute to a great cause without changing their daily routines."
Since its inception, the event has raised nearly $500,000 to support the vital work of The Damien Center and its mission to provide prevention, care and education for an entire population affected by this disease.
Contributions to Dining Out for Life benefit both The Damien Center and the Fox 59/WB 4 Community Fund, a fund of the McCormick Tribune foundation.
Thursday April 29
IndyPride Membership Mixer
Indy Pride is hosting a membership mixer this Thursday, April 29th, from 6 -8pm at Santorini's Greek Kitchen, 1417 E. Prospect Street (near Fountain Square)
Yes, its the same night as Dining OUT for Life. So stop by Santorini's for a cocktail then pick one of the many restaurants participating the the Damien Center's fundraiser for dinner. For more information visit www.indyprideinc.com
