Brandy and Monica and more: 10 can't-miss fall shows and festivals around Indianapolis
After the Butter Fine Art Fair over Labor Day weekend, a host of local and visiting artists will perform at the Circle City's top venues.
Here are 10 can't-miss shows and festivals coming this fall.
Indy Jazz Fest
Sept. 9-20. Venues include The Jazz Kitchen, 5377 N. College Ave.; The Cabaret, 924 N. Pennsylvania St.; and Everwise Amphitheater at White River State Park, 801 W. Washington St. Tickets at indyjazzfest.net
This year's festival boasts a legendary slate of headliners, including pianist Brian Culbertson, trumpeter Terence Blanchard and vocalist Nicole Henry.
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Sept. 12-14, at Schrott Center for the Arts at Butler University, 610 W. 46th St. Tickets at dancekal.org
Dance Kaleidoscope will perform 'Cloudline,' choreographer Robyn M. Williams' piece about transformation and inner strength. Her work has been performed at the Kennedy Center, Jacob's Pillow and other iconic venues.
The Revivalists
Oct. 2 at the Egyptian Room at Old National Centre. 502 N. New Jersey St. Tickets at ticketmaster.com
The rock band is touring on the 10th anniversary of its breakthrough "Men Amongst Mountains" album and its major single, "Wish I Knew You."
Adam Sandler
Oct. 6 at Gainbridge Fieldhouse, 125 S. Pennsylvania St. Tickets at ticketmaster.com.
The comedian, who's currently enjoying a new burst of fame with the sequel "Happy Gilmore 2," will bring his "You're My Best Friend" tour.
Heartland International Film Festival
Oct. 9-19 at multiple venues. Tickets go on sale Sept. 18. Learn more at heartlandfilm.org/festival.
The festival usually includes more than 300 film screenings, many of which are honored during the Academy Awards and other major national and international events.
'Ben-Hur 1925'
The Indianapolis Chamber Orchestra will play the score by Carl Davis during the silent film screening to celebrate the 100th anniversary of the epic.
Brandy & Monica
Oct. 19 at Gainbridge Fieldhouse. Tickets at ticketmaster.com.
"The Boy Is Mine" tour will unite the two Grammy-winning artists, who are especially known for their 1998 duet of the same name.
Steve Martin & Martin Short
Oct. 25 at the Murat Theatre at Old National Centre, 502 N. New Jersey St. Tickets at ticketmaster.com.
On a tour titled "The Dukes of Funnytown!", two legendary comedians combine their talents to poke fun at Hollywood, celebrity and each other.
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'Home Alone' in Concert
Nov. 15-16 at Hilbert Circle Theatre, 45 Monument Circle. Tickets at indianapolissymphony.org.
The Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra will perform John Williams' score along with the iconic holiday movie that stars Macaulay Culkin.
'Marie and Rosetta'
Oct. 28-Nov. 23 at Indiana Repertory Theatre, 140 W. Washington St. Tickets at irtlive.com.
Known as the Godmother of Rock 'n' Roll, Sister Rosetta Tharpe influenced many musicians, including her vocalist protégée Marie Knight. This play chronicles the two women rehearsing for a historic musical collaboration.
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