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Analysis of 2022's best and worst concerts
We've been awash in A-list concerts after two years of COVID delays. So have the musicians delivered so far? Pop culture reporter Rory Appleton ranks the Eagles, Elton John, Jon Bon Jovi and more.
Newfields' Sprouse exhibit ties in Blondie and iconic moments
A big Newfields gallery is neon-color heaven right now, packed with '80s and '90s outfits — including a copy of the dress Debbie Harry wore in "Heart of Glass" — designed by Hoosier Stephen Sprouse. They're all so significant that the museum actually cut the mannequins down to accommodate the clothes. I talked to staff about Sprouse's vision and dug up a few fascinating quotes from him in our newspaper archives.
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An Edgar Allan Poe-themed restaurant is open
This 25,000-square-foot spot includes a library room, obviously, and plenty of nooks — so many, in fact, that it can accommodate about 5,000 people. Those who are on keto-friendly, gluten-free, vegetarian and vegan diets will be pleased. Alongside burgers and crab-stuffed salmon alfredo are dishes like keto wings and lettuce wraps that can come with chicken, tofu, vegan chicken or pork belly. Take a look inside. (For subscribers.)
See Sistine Chapel images enlarged and up close
When in Circle Centre Mall, do as the Romans do and admire Michelangelo's creations, as pop culture fellow Griffin Wiles writes. A red carpet takes visitors through a 10,000-square-foot exhibit of the high-resolution photos of the frescos that are on canvas. Here's what to know.
'Stranger Things' field art
"Somewhere in Indiana," quite literally, is the only clue Netflix gives for the location of a huge piece of art in a field that honors the metalhead character Eddie Munson. Here's more about the artist and what we know.
Grab a free ticket to the State Fair
Heading to the Indiana State Fair? Check out the print or digital version of IndyStar’s Aug. 4 edition for a free ticket. It’s good for free admission Aug. 10.
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