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James Hinchcliffe Interview on Naptown Buzz #36

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On this episode of Naptown Buzz, your source for all things Indy, Mel asks James Hinchcliffe about planking at the Indy 500 in 2012 and other events he’s participating around town in May.

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Naptown Buzz #33

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On this episode of Naptown Buzz, your source for all things Indy, Brian runs down the Naptown Buzz Top 5 Picks of the Weekend and announces the Food Truck Throwdown winner.

1) Indianapolis Colts Draft Party

2) Stutz Artists Association 19th Annual Open House 2012

3) Indiana Pacers 2012 NBA Playoffs, Round One

4) Mid America Speedway 2012 Opener

5) Earth Day Indiana at White River State Park

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Day Nursery Race Into Reading

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Wednesday, May 9, 2012 from 5:30 until 7:30 pm
The Riverwalk-6729 Westfield Blvd in Broad Ripple

Race Into Reading is a new fundraiser supporting the Day Nursery Association Tuition Assistance Scholarship fund. The race-themed event celebrates early childhood literacy and Day Nursery’s century-long commitment to early childhood education.

The honorary chair of the event is 2010 Indy 500 Rookie of the Year Simona De Silvestro, driver of the #78 Nuclear Clean Air Energy car from the Lotus HVM Racing Team. The event will be emceed by veteran motor sports broadcaster Bob Jenkins.

Enjoy wine and hors d’oeuvres, talk motor sports, try your hand at our Lap Around Literacy games and get a first look at the 2012 Day Nursery Teachers’ Choice Best Books selections.

Support of the Day Nursery Race Into Reading event will help low-income children from 250 Indianapolis families have access to a literacy-rich environment and a great early childhood education through the Day Nursery Tuition Assistance Scholarship fund.

Tickets are $100 each and are on sale now online at www.daynursery.org/events or by calling the Day Nursery Association office at 317-636-9197 ext. 222 during normal business hours.

Founded in 1899, Day Nursery is the oldest and largest non-profit provider of early care and education in Indiana. Each year Day Nursery of Indianapolis serves more than 1,300 children ages six weeks to six years old in seven centers.

FIDDLER ON THE ROOF: Now Playing at the Murat Theatre at Old National Centre

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As someone who usually tries to steer clear of “classical” musicals, I was excited to have the opportunity to check out the national tour of FIDDLER ON THE ROOF that is taking the stage at the Old National Centre.

FIDDLER ON THE ROOF, written by Broadway legends Jerry Bock and Sheldon Harnick (Fiorello!, The Apple Tree, She Loves Me), tells the story of Tevye and his family in a Tsarist Russia in the early part of the 1900’s. Audience members experience a gamut of emotions through Tevye’s experience in his small (mostly) Jewish village.

Even though the musical was written in 1964 and is considered “dated” by many, one can still find many relevant moments throughout the piece. Though set in a very specific time and place in history, FIDDLER ON THE ROOF is an absolute must-see for anyone who calls themselves a lover of the theatre.

This touring production left me with many positive things to say, so I’ll be brief. As FIDDLER ON THE ROOF tells the story of Tevye AND a community, a large cast is necessary. This cast of more than thirty performers left me awestruck with their huge ensemble numbers. The vocal quality I was hearing was so rich, full, and beautiful. As a performer myself, obviously the vocal direction for this show gets two thumbs up from me. I was also very impressed by the sound of the three sisters. Normally, when I hear someone singing music from FIDDLER ON THE ROOF, they sing it as classically as possible. Not these three ladies. The three sisters (played by Brooke Hills, Sarah Sesler, and Chelsey LeBel), brought a more modern color and “ping” to their famous trio, “Matchmaker.” My favorite musical number in the whole show, “The Dream,” definitely does not disappoint. I will not give it all away, but when dead relatives (Fruma Sarah and Grandma Tzeitel) come back in a musical number, you know it is worth watching. And last but not least, I was definitely impressed with the fluidity of this set. The set seamlessly went from home to tailor shop, etc. and back again.

FIDDLER ON THE ROOF plays at the Murat Theatre at Old National Centre through March 11, 2012. For more information or to purchase tickets, visit indianapolis.broadway.com.

 

Naptown Buzz #32

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On this episode of Naptown Buzz, your source for all things Indy, Brian runs down the Naptown Buzz Top 5 Picks of the Weekend.

5) Big Ten Women’s Basketball Tournament

4) God of Carnage at IRT

3) Ricky Lee Potts’ six4six at Birdy’s

2) Monster Jam at the Luke

1) Bacon Tweetup Eatup #2 at Burd Ford

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Science of Football at Conner Prairie

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January 31-April 1
Science Lab: Science of Football
Thursdays – Sundays
10 a.m. – 3 p.m.
How do football players make it all look so easy? The secret is, they’re masters of physics! Stop by the Science Lab and find out why a spiral throw is so important, how speed and weight affect how hard players get hit, and how they keep their balance and direction while swerving through the air. Then it’s your turn to test your skills and learn about the forces behind every swing, kick, and throw you make.

For more information, call (317) 776-6006 or visit www.connerprairie.org.