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22
Jan

U2 3D in IMAX Glory!

Author: Jason Bean, Category: Concerts, Downtown, IMAX Theater, Indiana State Museum, Movies, Things To Do in Indy

I may have just experienced one of the coolest things I’ve ever seen on a screen. Through the generosity of BestBuy.com RewardZone I was able to score a couple of passes to a sneak preview of U23D movie at the IMAX Theater at White River State Park.

I wasn’t sure at all what to expect. I’ve seen advertisements before about going to watch a music concert at a theater and I just didn’t think it would be something worthwhile. Seeing one in 3D seemed even weirder.

All I can say is…WOW! You are immersed in the experience of being a part of this concert that took place in Argentina. The stadium concert experience that was part of their "Vertigo" tour is simply inspiring.

I can’t even think of much more to say about it that does it justice, but you feel like you’re member of the audience as well as being right on stage with the performers themselves. The only suggestion I’d have was that the IMAX theater should have been cranking the volume another 50 decibels. I’ve watched movies that were pumping more audio and this U23D experience screamed for more volume!

UPDATE: The widget originally embedded in the page was messing up the layout and repeating itself. Visit the U2 3D Movie website for all the details.

UPDATE AGAIN: Ticket prices at the IMAX at Indiana State Museum is $13.50 for adults. Tickets at the Kerasotes 16 IMAX on the south side is only $12.50.

07
Dec

Chris Rock at the Murat

Author: Jason Bean, Category: Celebrities, Comedy, Concerts, Downtown, Murat Theatre, Things To Do in Indy

Saw last night that Chris Rock is going to be coming to Indianapolis at the end of December.

He’ll be performing at the Murat Theatre. Tickets went on sale today.

Photo Source: Facade

06
Dec

Christian Music Christmas Concert Tonight

Author: Jason Bean, Category: Concerts, South Side, Special Events, Things To Do in Indy

Hey everyone, I just found out about a concert taking place this evening if you like Christian music and are looking for something to do this evening.

The concert consists of the following groups/artists:

• Superchick
• KJ-52
• Jimmy Needham
• Starlit Platoon

The concert starts at 6:30pm at Indian Creek Christian Church. Tickets are $20 at the door.

27
Nov

Led Zeppelin in Concert

Author: Jason Bean, Category: Concerts, Cultural Events, Special Events, Things To Do in Indy

I’ve received a couple of these types of e-mail notices now about re-living concerts by watching them on a large movie screen.

I haven’t really decided how I feel about something like this. The idea of watching a concert on DVD seems odd to me in general. I guess I’m getting over it a little bit because I have watched a Harry Connick, Jr. concert on DVD as well as Collective Soul’s “Home” DVD.

The difference with each of those examples though is I was doing other things while the DVD was playing. I wasn’t sitting in a theater watching the event occur again.

Has anyone out there experienced this? Was it worth it? I’m really interested in hearing about your experience.

More Details about this concert

23
Oct

High School Musical On Ice Tour Comes to Conseco Fieldhouse

Author: Jason Bean, Category: Concerts, Conseco Fieldhouse, Cultural Events, Special Events, Things To Do in Indy

If you haven’t heard of “High School Musical” or it’s sequel, then you probably don’t have young kids or in my case, a wife that also loves the show.

You now have the chance to make your kids and family happy by taking them to see the Disney’s High School Musical - The Ice Tour.

The tour will make its stop in Indianapolis November 30th through December 2nd at the Conseco Fieldhouse.

Purchase tickets and get more information at www.highschoolmusicaltheicetour.com or call the box office at 317-239-5151.

Ticket prices available:

• $14
• $18
• $23

High School Musical - The Ice Tour includes your favorite dances, music and storylines from both High School Musical TV movies.

19
Oct

Over the Rhine Coming to Music Mill

Author: Jason Bean, Category: Concerts, Cultural Events, Keystone, Music Mill, Things To Do in Indy

One of the groups I’ve recently been introduced to is Over the Rhine. Their music, lyrics and melodies just seem to stick with me long after the audio itself has stopped coming from the speakers or headphones.

I was excited to come across the news that the group will be performing at the Music Mill off of 82nd Street on the north side of Indianapolis.

I haven’t gone to a concert at Music Mill yet so this would be a good opportunity for my first visit to this venue. I just checked at Ticketmaster and the tickets for their show are only $16 per person. Not too bad at all.

05
Oct

Cirque Dreams Comes to Butler’s Clowes Hall

Author: Jason Bean, Category: Clowes Hall, Concerts, Cultural Events, Downtown, Theater, Things To Do in Indy

During college I first became familiar with Cirque Du Soleil I was instantly intrigued by their productions and imagination. I had spent lots of time in theater focusing on lighting and stagecraft. At one point I stumbled across an open call for lighting help for one of Cirque’s world touring company productions. Regretfully, I finally got a letter letting me know they had filled the position months earlier and apologized for the ad still running in the paper I saw.

With all that admiration, I’ve yet to make it to one of their shows, but now I have a chance to see them as they’ll arrive in Indianapolis later this month.

In the ongoing tradition of spectacular touring productions, Neil Goldberg and Cirque Productions have once again reinvented the circus with European flair, imaginative theatrics and world-class acrobatics. CIRQUE DREAMS Jungle Fantasy is an all-new adventure that takes audiences soaring into a magical forest through the air and on stage. An international cast of graceful aerialists, spine bending contortionists, vine swinging characters, strong men and balancers bring this jungle dream to life in a lush, Broadway setting filled with wildly unpredictable designs, special effects, inventive choreography, puppeteering and dazzling costumes. CIRQUE DREAMS Jungle Fantasy is an exhilarating journey the entire family can experience together.

Have you seen Cirque Du Soleil perform? What did you think?

04
Oct

Upcoming Events in Indianapolis and Surrounding Area

Author: Jason Bean, Category: Concerts, Cultural Events, Murat Theatre, Special Events, Surrounding Indianapolis, Things To Do in Indy

Are you looking for something to do in the coming months? Give yourself plenty of time to make plans and check-out some of these great events coming to our area:

• Harlem Globetrotters - Worthern Arena, Muncie
• John Fogerty - Murat Theater, Indianapolis
• REO Speedwagon - Emens Auditorium, Muncie

You can grab tickets for these events and more at TicketMaster.com

06
Sep

NFL on Monument Circle - Before

Author: Jason Bean, Category: Concerts, Downtown, Indianapolis Colts, News, Special Events, Things To Do in Indy

It won’t look like this in a few hours.

If anyone is there and grabs some photos, I’d love to see them.

Thanks.

17
Aug

"Haht Pahkets" - Jim Gaffigan in Concert

Author: Jason Bean, Category: Celebrities, Concerts, Cultural Events, Humor, Things To Do in Indy

If you haven’t seen this stand-up routine, it’s hilarious! Jim Gaffigan will be in concert at Purdue next month.

Jim Gaffigan

Elliott Hall of Music, West Lafayette, IN
Fri, Sep 7, 2007 08:00 PM

You can purchase tickets from TicketMaster