Theater & Shows
Stages, puppets, and matinees
The Long Christmas Ride Home
Paula Vogel's holiday play about a troubled family on Christmas Eve, directed by William Fisher in Indianapolis.
Butler Theatre presents The Long Christmas Ride Home
Watch Butler Theatre's holiday-themed production of The Long Christmas Ride Home.
La Traviata
Verdi's classic opera La Traviata at the Tarkington — a timeless masterpiece.
Center Presents: Peanut Butter & Jam: Silly Safaris
Peanut Butter & Jam opera with live animals—pet a real reindeer and arctic creatures.
Sleeping Beauty Dance & Light Show
Glow-in-the-dark ballet reimagines Sleeping Beauty with dazzling light effects.
Student Recital: Parker Tockstein, violin
Solo violin recital by Butler University music student at Robertson Hall.
Hoosiers 40th Anniversary Screening with Q&A
Classic sports film Hoosiers screens with a post-movie Q&A celebrating 40 years.
Mrs. Doubtfire
Beloved Scottish nanny Mrs. Doubtfire springs to life in this heart-warming musical.
Luminaries: Carmel's Lost Composer
Discover the life of Carmel's Lost Composer, Frederick Hunt, through music & storytelling.
"Little Shop of Horrors " Musical
High-school production of the cult classic sci-fi musical at Noblesville High School.
The Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping
IMAX early-access screening of The Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping in Indianapolis.
Black and Unwrapped - A District Theatre `Black Light` Ten Minute Play Holiday Celebration
Ten-minute holiday plays exploring the real, messy, joyful sides of family.
Gravity & Other Myths: Ten Thousand Hours
World-class acrobatic performance exploring skill, dedication, and physical transformation.
Center Presents: Gravity & Other Myths: Ten Thousand Hours
World-class acrobatic performance exploring skill, training, and human potential.
Cirque Du Soleil - Twas The Night Before
Cirque Du Soleil's holiday spectacular blending acrobatics, artistry & yuletide magic.
Indiana Ballet Conservatory: The Nutcracker
Indiana Ballet's beloved Nutcracker—magical holiday ballet for all ages.
Christmas Spectacular
Festive holiday dance production celebrating Christmas magic with song, dance, and seasonal spirit.
The Nutcracker
Classic ballet production of The Nutcracker with magical dancing and beloved holiday story.
A Christmas Carol: A Live Radio Play
A 1940s-style live radio broadcast brings Dickens' Christmas Carol to life with sound effects and music.
A Princess Adventure
A 45-minute family musical celebrating remarkable princesses at The Children's Museum.
Butler Ballet presents Tchaikovsky’s The Nutcracker
Butler Ballet's beloved holiday production of The Nutcracker—dazzling live dance magic.
It’s a Wonderful Life
Classic holiday play "It's a Wonderful Life" comes to the stage.
Annie
Tony Award–winning musical about a plucky orphan girl—a classic family favorite.
Civic Theatre: Annie
The beloved Tony-winning musical Annie comes to The Tarkington in Carmel.
93rd Annual Purdue Christmas Show
93-year tradition of festive music and dazzling student performances—holiday joy.
A CHARLIE BROWN CHRISTMAS by Charles M. Schulz based on the television special presented by Indianapolis Children's Theatre
The beloved animated TV special comes to life as a stage play by Indianapolis Children's Theatre.
Gregory Hancock Dance Theatre: Winterfest
Holiday dance spectacular celebrating winter traditions with sparkle and joy.
93rd Annual Purdue Christmas Show
93-year tradition of dazzling student performances, festive music, and holiday magic from Purdue.
The Great Gatsby - Theatrical Production
Theatrical adaptation of F. Scott Fitzgerald's classic novel The Great Gatsby at Old National Centre.
The Grand Ol' Christmas Show
Live holiday radio show broadcast with festive charm and family appeal.
A COZY Christmas
Broadway performers celebrate the season in this joyful two-act holiday show.
Youth Inspirations Theatre: Elf Jr
Enjoy the heartwarming holiday musical Elf Jr. with Youth Inspirations Theatre.
A Dickens Christmas
Candlelight Theatre brings Dickens classics to life in a seasonal stage adaptation.
Guerin Catholic Madrigal Dinners
Renaissance-style feast with choir and orchestra at Guerin Catholic High School.
Vignette Performances of The Nutcracker by The Dance Refinery
Holiday dance magic: The Dance Refinery performs Nutcracker excerpts at the Indiana History Center.
Center Presents: Peanut Butter & Jam: Melchior Marionettes
Handcrafted marionette cabaret at Allied Solutions Center for the Performing Arts.
Nutcracker! Magical Christmas Ballet
Classic holiday ballet tradition at Old National Centre—perfect for families seeking festive theater.
NUTCRACKER! Magical Christmas Ballet
Classic holiday ballet—discover the magic of Nutcracker on stage.
MURDER MYSTERY NIGHT: THE MOST WONDERFUL CRIME OF THE YEAR
Interactive murder mystery dinner theater with a holiday twist at Feinstein's.
The Nutcracker
Indianapolis Ballet's annual Nutcracker—the beloved holiday classic with spectacular dancing and sets.
The Nativity
Family-friendly neo-classic ballet retelling of the first Christmas at Basile Westfield Playhouse.
Peanut Butter & Jam: Melchior Marionettes
Fast-paced puppet cabaret with handcrafted marionettes—delightful holiday entertainment.
Academy of Dance Arts: Littlest Angel
Academy of Dance Arts presents Littlest Angel, a charming story about heaven's youngest angel.
Dolly Parton’s Smoky Mountain Christmas Carol
A heartwarming holiday musical reimagining A Christmas Carol in 1930s Appalachia, perfect for families.
Nutcracker Sweets
Family-friendly ballet at Nutcracker Sweets—introduce kids to the magic of dance.
The Sound of Music
Classic Rodgers & Hammerstein musical with timeless story and irresistible charm.
Dancing with the Stars Live
See professional dancers from *Dancing with the Stars* live at Visit Indy.
Clue
Murder-mystery comedy stage show based on the classic board game.
Civic Theatre: February Show TBD
Sensory-friendlyRelaxed performance at The Tarkington (Feb 14, 2pm)—sensory-friendly theater experience.
Think On These Things
Faith-based neo-classical ballet performance for families at Basile Westfield Playhouse.
Disney's The Lion King: Live in Concert
Disney's iconic Lion King story with Hans Zimmer's Oscar-winning score performed live—a must-see for families.
Romeo & Juliet
Shakespeare's Romeo & Juliet—classic teen drama brought to life on stage.
Bluey's Big Play
Beloved Bluey characters come to life on stage at Old National Centre.
Center Presents: Peanut Butter & Jam: Relevations Dance
Interactive dance performance exploring expression through movement with Relevations Dance.
School of Rock
Musical adaptation of the hit film about a rock star teacher inspiring students.
Civic Theatre: Pete the Cat
Pete the Cat musical—the groovy blue cat's adventure comes to The Tarkington.
Ballet Folklórico de México de Amalia Hernández
Iconic Mexican folkloric dance company performs vibrant traditional dances.
Miraculous Ladybug & Cat Noir: The Live Stage Spectacular
Miraculous Ladybug fans come alive at this live stage spectacular in Indianapolis.
Ballet Russes with the Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra
Indianapolis Ballet & Symphony Orchestra present an exhilarating classical ballet.
Ballets Russes featuring the Indianapolis Ballet
Indianapolis Ballet and Symphony Orchestra perform Ballets Russes.