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Kinky Boots is the story of Charlie, a young man who inherits his father’s failing shoe factory in England. In a last ditch effort to keep the business going, he joins forces with a drag queen named Lola to create a line of high-heeled boots. The story, based on real events, is fun but it also carries a serious message about accepting those who are different.  In the second act Charlie says something that sums up the entire production. He tells Lola that when she’s not there, there’s a big gaping gap. This is so true of the show. It's not that the scenes without Lola are bad; they just don't have the same magnetic energy. Timothy Ware’s electric performance as the sassy cabaret performer carries the show. He has an energy that steals every scene. During the number “Not My Father’s Son” he also shows a tender vulnerability that gives an added heft to the shows message. His performance is just as powerful when all the sequins are stripped away. Charlie, played by Cu

Phoenix Theatre of Indianapolis is thrilled to announce the first three shows of its final season at 749 Park Avenue! The 2017-2018 Season will be split into two stages, facilitating and reflecting the transition of the Phoenix itself as it moves to a new home. ABOUT THE SHOWS Fun Home adapted by Lisa Kron and Jeanine Tesori from Alison Bechdel's 2006 graphic memoir September 14-October 22, 2017 Directed by Phoenix Founder Suzanne Fleenor Winner of 5 2015 Tony Awards®, including Best Musical In this startlingly candid production, we meet Alison at three different ages, revealing memories of growing up in a uniquely twisted household centered around the family funeral home (or “fun home,” as she and her brothers have named it). Fun Home is a brilliant portrayal of seeing your parents through grown-up eyes, marked by love, grief, and, ultimately… acceptance. Halftime With Don by Ken Weitzman October 26-November 19, 2017 A National New Play Netwo

It's thriller season at the Indiana Repertory Theatre this month. Dial "M" for Murder is currently on the mainstage and suspense is the name of the game. Some may be familiar with Alfred Hitchcock’s film version of the play or even the 1998 remake, “A Perfect Murder”, but for those in the dark, the plot will be even more interesting. A young couple in 1950s London is not quite as happy as they may first appear. Soon the audience discovers that the husband is plotting his wife's murder. Matt Mueller plays the malevolent husband Tony. He’s cold and calculating, but still the eternal British gentleman. He’s decided he wants his wife’s money and has no qualms about killing her to get it. Robert Neal provides a great foe as Chief Inspector Hubbard. The set, designed by Kate Sutton-Johnson, is gorgeous period piece. The 1950s apartment has a classic feel, with vintage furniture and luscious wallpaper. One odd element was the decision to project images on th