A Symphony of Tributes: Discover the Indianapolis Orchestra's Summer Events
This summer, the Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra invites you on a musical journey that spans diverse genres and captivating performances. With events ranging from a children's Teddy Bear Concert Series to thrilling tributes to iconic music legends like Whitney Houston, Taylor Swift, and the Beatles, there's something for everyone. Whether you're a fan of Disney's enchanted tales, the epic scores of John Williams, or the timeless classics of rock legends, these events promise unforgettable experiences for all ages.
The Teddy Bear Concert Series is designed specifically for children ages 3-7, introducing them to the instruments of the orchestra through storytelling, movement, and live music.
Join conductor Jack Everly and the Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra for a magical journey into storytelling and music as only the timeless tales of Disney can evoke. Featuring four Broadway caliber singers and high-resolution animated feature film sequences, Disney in Concert Once Upon a Time explores iconic moments, plot twists, and feats of daring heroics from Encanto, Frozen, Beauty and the Beast, Cinderella, The Little Mermaid, Tangled, The Lion King and many more.
Celebrate the music of iconic composers John Williams, Hans Zimmer, Alan Silvestri, and more as Principal Pops Conductor Jack Everly and the Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra bring to life music from legendary film scores! Join us at Conner Prairie to celebrate some of the most recognizable music from the movies and to honor the career of John Williams, one of our nation’s most distinguished and contributive musical voices.
Kroger Symphony on the Prairie welcomes singer Belinda Davids in “The Greatest Love of All: A Tribute to Whitney Houston,” with Principal Guest Conductor of Pops Enrico Lopez-Yañez and the Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra.
Get ready for EagleMania–The World’s Greatest Eagles Tribute Band, featuring Principal Guest Conductor of Pops Enrico Lopez-Yañez and the Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra! EagleMania has dedicated themselves to faithfully reproducing the music of The Eagles. Since their inception, EagleMania has been thrilling audiences all over the country with their stunning five-part harmony and their uncanny ability to emulate the unmistakable sound of The Eagles.
Let’s Sing Taylor: An Unofficial Live Tribute Band is the ultimate tribute to the music of Taylor Swift. We can show you incredible things, including the most faithful and lively covers of Queen Taylor’s expansive and sacred catalog. Taking the country by storm, we’re bringing the communal experience of celebrating Taylor’s music in a live setting to Swifties near and far.
Performing to critical acclaim for over 25 years and over 3,100 shows, Dark Star Orchestra continues the Grateful Dead live concert experience. Their shows are built off the Dead’s extensive catalog and the talent of these seven fine musicians. On any given night, the band will perform a show based on a set list from the Grateful Dead’s 30 years of extensive touring or use their catalog to program a unique set list for the show. This allows fans both young and old to share in the experience.
Taking turns at an onstage piano, the dual tribute artists of the Billy Joel/Elton John Face-2-Face Tribute Show conjure the beloved songsters in both sound and image. Backed by his band The Stranger, Levittown, NY native Mike Santoro’s fingers flash up and down the keys before he jumps up to grab the mic to belt out such high-energy Billy Joel classics as “Uptown Girl” and “Only the Good Die Young.”
Celebrating the 40th anniversary of Queen’s “The Works Tour!” For over 20 years Gary Mullen and The Works have been performing their world-renowned One Night of Queen live concert. Gary Mullen & The Works–featuring Gary Mullen on vocals, David Brockett on guitar, Malcolm Gentles on keyboards, Jon Halliwell on drums and Alan McGeoch on bass guitar—will have you dancing in the aisles during their show, while the band pays tribute to the stage theatrics, showmanship, and music of arguably the greatest rock band of all time: Queen. In 2000, Gary Mullen won the Granada TV program “Stars in Their Eyes” with his performance as Queen’s lead singer: Freddie Mercury. Mullen’s embodiment of Freddie Mercury resulted in him gaining 864,838 votes in the show’s Live Grand Final. The number of fans who voted for Mullen was more than double that of the runner-up, thus setting the all-time record number of votes in the history of the program.
The Emmy Award-winning Fab Four is elevated far above every other Beatles Tribute due to their precise attention to detail. With uncanny, note-for-note live renditions of Beatles’ classics such as “Can’t Buy Me Love,” “Yesterday,” “A Day In The Life,” “Twist And Shout,” “Here Comes The Sun,” and “Hey Jude,” the Fab Four will make you think you are watching the real thing.
The Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra's summer series is more than a set of concerts; it’s a celebration of music's ability to unite and inspire. From introducing young minds to the wonders of orchestral music to paying tribute to legendary artists and composers, each event offers a unique experience. As audiences gather under the Indiana sky, they are not just witnesses to performances, but participants in a shared musical journey that transcends age and background. It's a season not to be missed.