Jeremy Heere is just an average teenager. That is, until he finds out about The Squip, a tiny supercomputer that promises to bring him everything he desires most: a date with Christine, an invite to the raddest party of the year and a chance to survive life in his suburban New Jersey high school. But is being the most popular guy in school worth the risk? A hit on Broadway and in the West End, Be More Chill is based on the novel by Ned Vizzini.

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Summer Stock Stage: Be More Chill

Howard L. Schrott Center for the Arts

Plunge into this stunning all-singing, all-dancing, dynamic stage show! When the citizens of Bikini Bottom discover that a volcano will soon erupt and destroy their humble home, SpongeBob and his friends must come together to save the fate of their undersea world. With lives hanging in the balance and all hope lost, a most unexpected hero rises up. The power of optimism really can save the world! Winner of the 2018 Drama Desk Award for Outstanding Musical, The SpongeBob Musical is based on the beloved animated series with original songs by Yolanda Adams, Steven Tyler and Joe Perry of Aerosmith, Sara Bareilles, The Flaming Lips, Lady A, Cyndi Lauper, John Legend, Panic! At the Disco, Plain White T s, They Might Be Giants, T.I., and David Bowie.

Summer Stock Stage: The Sponge Bob Musical

Murat Theater at Old National Centre Doors: 6:00 pm Show: 7:00 pm Note: ALL patrons require a ticket. Recommended age for children is 8 and up. No children under 5 admitted.

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Winner of the 2019 Tony Award for Best Musical, this intriguing and beautiful folk opera delivers a deeply resonant and defiantly hopeful theatrical experience. Following two intertwining love stories that of young dreamers Orpheus and Eurydice, and that of immortal King Hades and lady Persephone Hadestown invites audiences on a hell-raising journey to the underworld and back. Inspired by traditions of classic American folk music and vintage New Orleans jazz, Mitchell s beguiling sung-through musical pits industry against nature, doubt against faith, and fear against love.

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Four eccentric Broadway stars are in desperate need of a new stage. So when they hear that trouble is brewing around a small-town prom in Indiana, they know that it is time to put a spotlight on the issue and themselves. The towns parents want to keep the high school dance on the straight and narrow but when one student just wants to bring her girlfriend to prom, the entire town has a date with destiny. Winner of the 2019 Drama Desk Award for Outstanding Musical, THE PROM expertly captures all the humor and heart of a classic musical comedy with a message that resonates with audiences now more than ever.

Summer Stock Stage: The Prom

This elegant event will include a VIP reception in Clowes Hall from 6-8pm, a red carpet, a ribbon cutting and champagne toast on our beautiful new stage at The Schrott Center for the Arts, as well as opportunities to support Summer Stock Stage before and during intermission of our professional production of THE PROM! The VIP reception is sold in conjunction with the Orchestra and Loge Seats so your ticket to the show at ($160 or $120) includes the reception. If you are interested in joining us for this reception, we STRONGLY encourage you to purchase your tickets during the pre-sale as there are only 285 tickets available, and we expect it to sell out quickly! Balcony tickets for Opening night are available at $60 and still include the red carpet, champagne toast, and live auction but not the dinner and drink reception at Clowes Hall.

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### Event Description: West Side Story - Indianapolis Opera

**Event Dates and Time:**
- May 9, 2025, at 7:00 PM
- May 10, 2025, at 7:00 PM
- May 11, 2025, at 7:00 PM

**Location:**
- The Bicentennial Pavilion, The Indianapolis Zoo

**Event Overview:**
In an exciting return to the Indianapolis Zoo, the Indianapolis Opera presents the beloved musical classic, *West Side Story*. This production features an original onsite design inspired by the beautiful Bicentennial Pavilion.

**Synopsis:**
*West Side Story* is a modern retelling of Shakespeare’s *Romeo & Juliet*, set in 1950s New York. The story revolves around the growing racial tensions between two gangs: the Sharks, composed of first-generation Puerto Rican immigrants, and the Jets, made up of American boys. Their rivalry leads to an all-out street fight over territory. Amidst this chaos, Tony, best friend of the Jets’ leader Riff, and Maria, sister to the Sharks’ leader Bernardo, fall in love at a neighborhood dance. Their love faces challenges as prejudice and tragedy unfold around them.

**Music and Libretto:**
- Score by Leonard Bernstein
- Libretto by Stephen Sondheim
- Famous numbers include "Maria," "Tonight," and "Somewhere"

**Cast:**
The production features an internationally acclaimed cast, bringing to life the hope for peace in trying times.

**Ticket Information:**
- **Individual Tickets:**
  - Dress Circle / Green: $92
  - Level A / Orange: $69
  - Level B / Blue: $57
  - Level C / Yellow: $39
- **Bistro Tables:**
  - 2-Top Dress Circle: $240
  - 4-Top Level A: $400
  - 4-Top Level B: $320

**Additional Information:**
- Individual tickets will be available soon.
- View the seating chart for more details.

**Contact Information:**
- Basile Opera Center
- Address: 4011 N. Pennsylvania Street, Indianapolis, IN 46205
- Phone: 317-283-3531
- Email: [email protected]

**Note:**
Stay tuned for the opportunity to meet the artists involved in this spectacular production.

West Side Story

Indianapolis Zoo

Join IMDb, the world's most popular and authoritative source for movie, TV, and celebrity content, for an unforgettable night of performing arts on May 6, 2025. The event will take place at the Howard L. Schrott Center for the Arts in Indianapolis, starting at 8:00 PM. This is a unique opportunity to experience a blend of creativity and entertainment brought to you by IMDb. Don't miss out on this exclusive event that promises to be a feast for all performing arts enthusiasts. Get your tickets now on Ticketmaster. You can also follow IMDb's YouTube channel for updates and sneak peeks. See you there!

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Join IMDb, the world's most popular and authoritative source for movie, TV, and celebrity content, for an unforgettable night of performing arts! This exclusive event is set to take place on May 6, 2025, at the Howard L. Schrott Center for the Arts in Indianapolis, US. Doors open at 8:00 PM. Expect a night filled with breathtaking performances that will leave you at the edge of your seat. Don't miss out on this opportunity to experience the magic of performing arts brought to you by IMDb. Get your tickets now at Ticketmaster! For more information, visit imdb.com or their YouTube channel at youtube.com/imdb.

Clowes Memorial Hall at Butler University Doors: 6:00 pm Show: 7:00 pm Please Note: Everyone, regardless of age, must have a ticket for admission. Recommended ages: 13 years and older. No one under 4. Parental discretion advised. Contains strong language, mature subject matter, and a lot of the crazy, inappropriate stuff you would expect from a deranged demon. Advisory: Beetlejuice includes substantial haze and fog, sudden loud noises, pyrotechnic and strobe lighting effects.

Beetlejuice (Touring)

Butler University

A motley crew of wonderfully unique and impassioned young spellers each yearn to be the next county champion. With clever songs, quirky characters, and uproarious humor, this captivating musical comedy is a silly celebration of the thrill of victory, the irony of defeat, and the gift of being true to yourself.

The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee

Indiana Repertory Theatre

When shy, awkward Seymour Krelborn finds a strange and interesting new plant that sings wicked R&B, he suddenly sees an unexpected road to fame, fortune, and the heart of his true love—as long as he’s willing to pay a horrible price. This silly, scary sci-fi musical romp has devoured the hearts of audiences around the world—and now it’s coming for you! You’ll laugh. You’ll scream. You’ll give up gardening for good!

Little Shop of Horrors

How do you trip and slip into a hipbath? Celebrating composer Stephen Sondheim, this Tony Award-winning non-stop farcical comedy centers around renowned traveling actress Desirée Armfeldt and the two married men in love with her, lawyer Fredrik Egerman and Count Carl-Magnus Malcom. Jealousy and suspicion drive the entangled web of lovers and their families to a weekend in the country with Desirée, where romantic complications arise and hilarity quickly ensues. The unending night casts its magic spell, inviting the possibility for new and rekindled romances. Boasting a brilliant score and clever libretto with the famous “Send in the Clowns,” this production will celebrate an all-Hoosier cast as Indianapolis Opera heads into its 50th season!​

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