‘Singin’ in the Rain’ opens at B&B
The romantic comedy “Singin’ in the Rain” – the stage version of one of MGM’s most celebrated films – opened at Beef & Boards Dinner Theatre this week and runs through Oct. 9. The 1952 movie starred Gene Kelly, Donald O’Connor and Debbie Reynolds.
Set in 1920s Hollywood, this classic is the story of Don Lockwood, a famous actor in silent films. His success is shared by his co-star, Lina Lamont, but – at least for Don – their romance is only for the screen. When they star in their first talking movie, Lina’s grating voice causes studio executives to arrange for the voice of the beautiful young actress, Kathy Selden, to be used instead. Although the movie is successful, Lina is furious. While Don has eyes for the lovely Kathy, Lina isn’t about to be pushed aside – on screen, or off.
Timothy Ford returns to Beef & Boards to reprise his 2006 role as Don Lockwood, while Sara Brophy plays his love interest, Kathy Selden.
There are 47 performances of the show scheduled at the dinner theater. Tickets range from $36 to $59, and include a dinner buffet.
For reservations, call the theater box office at (317) 872-9664 or visit www.beefandboards.com.
Rib America fest runs through Sept. 5
Rib America, called Indy’s original music and barbecue festival, will be Sept. 2-5 in Military Park at White River State Park.
In addition to barbecue specialties from some of the country’s best barbecue teams, there will be plenty of music to go with the food.
Dates and hours of the festival are:
Sept. 2, 11 a.m. to 11 p.m.
Free general admission from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.*
Sept. 3, 11 a.m. to 11 p.m.
Free general admission from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.*
Sept. 4, 11 a.m. to 11 p.m.
Free general admission from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.*
Sept. 5, 11 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Free general admission from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.*
Both ticket and alcoholic beverage sales will close 15 minutes prior to the end of the event each day.
*Admission of $7 will be charged after these times. This event is rain or shine and tickets are non-refundable.
Among the musical groups at the event will be:
• REO Speedwagon
• The Doobie Brothers
• Blind Melon
• KC and the Sunshine Band
For the complete music schedule go to the website: ribamerica.com.
Free events prior to Jazz Fest
Indy Jazz Fest presented by Marsh is quickly approaching. To celebrate the arrival of this year’s event there will be three free concerts at area Marsh stores called “Taste of Indy Jazz Fest.”
Free tickets and Indy Jazz Fest CDs will be given away at each event while supplies last, and discount general admission tickets for $5 off are available at Marsh stores.
The three concerts are:
• Downtown Marsh – 320 N. New Jersey St; Sept. 7 from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.; Band: The Bill Lancton Trio.
• Carmel Marsh – 2140 E. 116th; Sept. 8 from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.; Band: Cathy Morris and Friends.
• Broad Ripple Marsh – 2350 Broad Ripple Ave.; Friday, Sept. 9 from 5 to 7 p.m.; Band: Cynthia Layne Band.
For more information, visit www.indyjazzfest.net.
‘Madama Butterfly’ coming to Clowes Hall
Indianapolis Opera kicks off its 36th season with Giacomo Puccini’s “Madama Butterfly,” playing Sept. 23 at 8 p.m. and Sept. 25 at 2 p.m. in Clowes Memorial Hall at Butler University.
“Butterfly” will feature members of the Indianapolis Chamber Orchestra, conducted by James Caraher.
Tickets are $115 and $98 for premium seats, and $70 and $30 for regular seats.
Cio-Cio San, the girl called Butterfly, abandons her faith and her heritage for the dashing American sailor, Lieutenant Pinkerton. In the production, Jee Hyun Lim plays Butterfly while Garrett Sorenson plays Pinkerton.
“Butterfly” will be performed in Italian with English sub-titles.
For more information, visit www.indyopera.org.
