For more than a decade, Sofar Sounds has connected music fans with intimate, unconventional concert experiences in cities across the globe. After a hiatus, the project is returning to Indianapolis—thanks to local ambassador Surina Gangwani, who is relaunching the series with a renewed focus on community.

A new production at the Indiana Repertory Theatre focuses on the life of Sister Rosetta Tharpe — a trailblazing gospel singer and guitarist often hailed as the “godmother of rock and roll.” The play, titled “Marie and Rosetta,” will appear on the IRT’s stage throughout November.

The 25th anniversary of the Indianapolis LGBT Film Festival is the weekend.

Indiana Landmarks has a new leader, Brad Ward took over as President & CEO of the statewide historic preservation group this year.

Indy Parks will unveil upgrades across the south side, including in Decatur Township, Perry Township and Garfield Park.

Inside Johnson Simon’s studio at the Harrison Center in downtown Indianapolis, dozens of vibrant colored paintings line the walls.

Susan Stamberg, an original National Public Radio staffer who went on to become the first U.S. woman to anchor a nightly national news program, has died.

Indy CD & Vinyl will host a grand reopening event this weekend, marking a new chapter in the 23-year history of the Broad Ripple record store.

Oltanie is a Haitian American vocalist based in Indianapolis. Her music has been streamed over a million times online, attracting a dedicated fan base from across the globe.

Across Indiana, community attitudes toward LGBTQ pride seem to be warming as more communities host events. Even as a wide swath of organizers told WFYI they have seen improvements, some groups report more harassment, wavering sponsors, and local government trouble compared with years past.