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and exits through the set’s many doors make “Lend Me a Tenor” a play that places fun and farce before drama and tragedy. Producing director Michael Lasley has been with the show since it was selected to be a part of Civic’s 2011-2012 season. “The show is, what we call, a doorslammer,” said Lasley. “Characters are constantly entering and exiting the room through any number of
Continuing its first season in Carmel, the Booth Tarkington Civic Theatre is bringing Hamilton County audiences its performance of the 1930s farce, “Lend Me a Tenor.” Written by Ken Ludwig, and originally premiering on Broadway in 1989, “Lend Me a Tenor” takes place in 1934 and follows a production of the opera “Otello.” The renowned tenor Tito Merelli is scheduled to sing the lead. Unfortunately, chaos ensues before he is even able to leave his hotel room when, through a bought of confusion caused by one of Tito’s fans, his wife leaves him. Distraught over this shocking turn of events, Tito is given several tranquilizers to calm his nerves. Instead, they knock him out cold. Tito must then be impersonated and replaced by the general manager’s assistant, Max. Mistaken identities, plot twists, innuendos and The cast features a blend of new actors and Civic Theatre veterconstant, fast-paced entrances ans (Submitted photo)
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doors.” This onstage gimmick is a standard of the farce. It adds to the humorous chaos of the show and extenuates the improbable plots and overly-emotive characters. While the show is about the production of an opera, “Lend Me a Tenor” is itself a play, rather than a musical. “It has musical elements to it,” said Lasley, “and it’s difficult in that way. It asks you to find actors who can sing opera, but gives you ways to get around it since that can be difficult, especially in a community theater setting.” Regardless of difficulty, the Civic was able to cast it and, according to Lasley, cast it well. The show boasts an eight-person ensemble that blends both new faces and Civic Theatre veterans. “We have it all in this cast,” Lasley said. “It’s an example of what we do with shows on a regular basis.” Civic regulars Bill Book, Robina Zinc, Parish Williams and Kim Ruse will make a return to the stage alongside four relatively new faces. Cody Carwile, playing the show’s main character, Max, was in the Civic’s performance of “Amadeus” earlier this season, but in a much smaller role. The remaining three cast members, Lisa Ermel, Jamon Randolph and Gracia Gilund, are all first-time performers at the theater. “That’s really our mission: to serve the community, not only by offering low-cost, highquality entertainment, but by offering them a chance to become actors and crewmembers themselves,” said Lasley. Preparations for the show have been taking place during the last several months. Even now, the Civic is preparing to hold auditions for its next production, “Guys and Dolls,” which does not run until April 27. In a comedic setting like “Lend Me a Tenor,” however, all of this preparation can strain the humor, according to Lasley. “The actors are really ready for an audience to get reactions to what’s funny in the show,” Lasley said. “It’s just a lot of fun,” said Lasley. “Any time you get to offer pure entertainment, that’s a great thing for any of us to be a part of.” “Lend Me a Tenor” runs Feb. 10-25 at the Booth Tarkington Civic Theatre at The Center for the Performing Arts. For tickets and more information, visit www.civictheatre.org.
Willpower – will.i.am (Tuesday) – The fourth studio album by will.i.am, known for his work with the Black Eyed Peas, features the lead single, “T.H.E. (The Hardest Ever),” as well as four collaborative singles. “This Means War” (Friday) – Reese Witherspoon, Chris Pine and Tom Hardy star in this comedic action romance, in which two top CIA operatives wage an epic battle against one another after they discover they are dating the same woman.
“Titanic: The Musical” (Friday – Sunday) – This haunting Broadway musical performed at Noblesville’s Belfry Theatre gives an intimate voice to both those perished and those who survived the famous sinking. The astounding ship is viewed from several points of view – by the designer, a stoker, the lookout and the wireless operator.
Hearthside Suppers (Thursday – Sunday) – Have you ever wondered what people ate in the early 19th century and how they prepared it? Enjoy a candlelight feast straight from an 1800s-era cookbook while learning all of this and more at Conner Prairie Interactive History Park. For more information and other local events, see the Event Calendar on page 4.
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Carmel Community Players – ‘Company’ By Andrew Barkley • editorial@youarecurrent.com
Ten best friends, three girlfriends and a birthday party in New York City … sounds like a pretty good deal for single guy, doesn’t it? For Bobby, the central character in Carmel Community Players’ recent production of the musical comedy, “Company,” the mix makes for a relationship cocktail strong enough to leave even the most seasoned 1970s playboy with a stiff hangover. “Company,” a six-time Tony-award winner, pairs an acclaimed book from George Furth with music and lyrics from Stephen Sondheim in a show that makes for a light-heartedly poignant commentary on relationships, marriage and just plain getting older. CCP’s rendition of this Broadway classic made the most of the cozy Playhouse slid comfortably between Jimmy John’s and Party City inside the south entrance of the Clay Terrace shopping center. The 16-member cast was vocally strong and costumes from Chyrise King and Barb Gallina finished the retro scene – complete www.youarecurrent.com
with wide-collared tops and blindingly-shiny platforms – with a flare that would have Tom Brady phoning his stylist. CCP’s unique storefront performance space requires a level of technical creativity worth witnessing this winter. “Company” necessitated the creation of a well-disguised murphy bed and a rotating wall to transport Bobby – and his audience – from scene to scene with ease. I expect you’ll be delighted by similar surprises during upcoming performances at the Carmel Community Playhouse. A list of upcoming productions is online at www.carmelplayers.org, or I bet someone would love to speak with you at 815-9387. Here’s a tip for making the most of your evening out: When you call the CCP box office, take advantage of the Dinner and a Show deal. This partnership with CCP’s backdoor neighbor at Clay Terrace, Kincaid’s, offers you a $25 discount toward the purchase of two dinner entrees with your show tickets. After making the most of Kincaid’s sampler appetizer platter and wine special last Friday night, I can promise you it’s worth the trip!
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Branch Gordon at Hearthstone • What: Branch Gordon performs live at the Hearthstone Coffee House. Gordon’s sound combines the rock-blues vocal styling of John Mayer with the acoustic musing of Jack Johnson and Jason Mraz, all mashed up together into great music all his own. • When: 8 p.m. • Where: Hearthstone Coffee House, 8235 E. 116th St., Fishers. • Cost: Free admission
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“Guys and Dolls” Auditions • What: Auditions for the musical “Guys and Dolls.” Performers should be prepared to read from the script. • When: 7 p.m. • Where: The Tarkington at the Center for the Performing Arts, 3 Center Green, Carmel. • Cost: Free admission
For a complete list of events this week visit youarecurrent.com “Legally Blonde: The Musical” • FRIday What: Beef & Boards Dinner Theatre is tickled pink to present its premiere production of “Legally Blonde: The Musical.” Based on the hit MGM movie, “Legally Blonde: The Musical” was nominated for seven Tony Awards and 10 Drama Desk Awards, and has all the fun of the famous film. • When: Friday and Saturday – 6:30 p.m., Sunday – 12:15 p.m. and 5:30 p.m. • Where: Beef & Boards Dinner Theatre, 9301 N. Michigan Rd., Indianapolis. • Cost: $37 – $60 and includes dinner buffet, salad bar, coffee and tea.
Bernadette Peters and Feinstein at the Palladium • What: Tony Award-winning actress Bernadette Peters joins The Center for the Performing Arts Artistic Director, Michael Feinstein, in an evening that positively shines with star power. • When: 7:30 p.m. • Where: The Palladium at the Center for the Performing Arts, 1 Center Green, Carmel. • Cost: $25 – $125
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“Lend Me a Tenor” • What: The classic Broadway comedy is back! The Cleveland Grand Opera Company faces imminent catastrophe when its star is accidentally given an overdose of tranquilizers and is unable to perform. Enter an aspiring singer, Max, whose efforts to impersonate the star produce shenanigans galore. • When: Thursday – Saturday – 7 p.m., Sunday – 2 p.m. • Where: The Tarkington at the Center for the Performing Arts, 3 Center Green, Carmel. • Cost: $26 – $35
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“Titanic: The Musical” • What: This haunting Broadway musical gives an intimate voice to both those perished, and those who survived the famous sinking. The astounding ship, Titanic, is viewed from several points of view – by the designer, a stoker, the lookout and the wireless operator. When the ship strikes an iceberg, the resulting mayhem focuses the reality of the disaster. • When: Friday and Saturday – 8 p.m., Sunday – 2 p.m. • Where: The Belfry Theatre, 10690 Greenfield Ave., Noblesville. • Cost: $17
Winter Nights brings vintage cinema to Indianapolis By Christian Sorrell • christian@youarecurrent.com
You are stuck in the middle of the harsh Indiana winter. What’s a Hoosier film lover to do? The Indianapolis Museum of Art and its Tobias Theater has the answer. Created as an indoor continuation of the IMA’s popular Summer Nights film series, Winter Nights is a more focused series of films screened across January and February of each year. The IMA’s recently-renovated Tobias Theater (The Toby) is home to the series. Here, patrons are able to partake in the beer, wine and snacks from the museum’s Nourish Café. The Toby encourages the audience to bring their food and drink right into the theater with them. It is an environment that respects the dignity and intelligence of its audience, something so rarely seen in modern film-watching environments. The 2012 series has been dedicated to Technicolor films. Technicolor was created in 1928 by two MIT graduates and saw an extensive heyday spanning across a full three decades thereafter. Ranging from 1926’s “The Black Pirate,” a silent adventure film, to 1974’s “The Godfather: Part II,” the 2012 Winter Night series showcases the entire length of Technicolor’s impressive effect on American cinema. This week’s film is the 1963 thriller, “Charade,” starring Hollywood icons Cary Grant and N4 | February 14, 2012
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Bruce Hornsby at the Palladium • What: Thirteen-time Grammy nominee Bruce Hornsby is your quintessential multi-talented artist. This singer, pianist, accordion player and songwriter is sure to bring joy to the audience. • When: 8 p.m. • Where: The Palladium at the Center for the Performing Arts, 1 Center Green, Carmel. • Cost: $30 – $125 Winter Market at Carmel City Center • What: The Winter Market features 20 vendors from the Carmel Farmers Market. • When: 9 a.m. – noon • Where: Carmel City Center, 719 Hanover Place, Carmel. • Cost: Free admission
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Di Wu plays Rachmaninoff 2 at the Palladium • What: Pianist Di Wu returns to perform Rachmaninoff’s beautiful Piano Concerto No. 2. Dukas’ The Sorcerer’s Apprentice rounds out the program along with Strauss’ Till Eulenspiegel’s Merry Pranks and Wu Massenet’s Meditation from “Thais,” featuring Carmel Symphony concertmaster Larry Shapiro. • When: 7:30 p.m. • Where: The Palladium at the Center for the Performing Arts, 1 Center Green, Carmel. • Cost: $18 – $73 Butler Wind Ensemble and All-Star High School Band Concert • What: The Butler Symphonic Band and Wind Ensemble and the Butler All-Star High School Band share the stage in the grand finale concert of the All-Star High School Band Weekend – music by Bach, Schuman, Hazo and Jager. • When: 2 p.m. • Where: Clowes Memorial Hall, 4602 Sunset Ave., Indianapolis. • Cost: Free admission
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In “Charade,” Regina is forced to recover a fortune hidden away by her recently-deceased husband. Little does she know, three crooks are also after the loot. An Oscar-nominated score by Henry Mancini and period-perfect costumes by Hubert du Givenchy make for a dark and curious thriller. Cary Grant, Audrey Hepburn and Walter Matthau star in this masterful film directed by Stanley Donen. Charade will be shown on Friday at 7 p.m. in the IMA’s Tobias Theater. Tickets are $9 for the public and $5 for IMA members and students.
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Audrey Hepburn. As a part of Technicolor’s final decade, the film features the subtle use of color that came after years of it becoming the standard for new films. At the time, The New York Times criticized its heavy use of violence. “This light-hearted picture is full of such gruesome violence,” wrote Bosley Crowther at the time. While it undoubtedly hit hard at the time, especially due to the use of Technicolor, most of the film’s violence will hardly make modern audiences bat an eye.
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Earthbound – Fishers, IN Since debuting at the ES Jungle’s 2010 High School Battle of the Bands, Earthbound has been spreading ska music (an upbeat blend of reggae and punk) and fun times across much of central Indiana. Aside from the normal guitar, bass and drums combo found in most bands, Earthbound also features a trombone, trumpet and electric violin. Beyond pure musicianship, Earthbound’s performances are all about dancing, having fun and spending time with friends. For more information regarding music and upcoming concerts, visit the band’s fan page at http://www.facebook.com/earthboundska.
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Blue Moon Pottery offers one-of-a-kind pieces By Lauren Brooks • editorial@youarecurrent.com
“Pottery so unique, you see it once in a blue moon.” The clever tag line for Blue Moon Pottery, owned by Carol Bell, is nothing short of accurate. She prides herself in creating one-ofa-kind, inspiring and eye-catching pottery. Bell Ever since she was a little girl, Bell has been intrigued and stimulated by art. The walls in her house are filled with original artworks created by her and her artistic mother, whom she dubbed the Martha Stewart of her time. Her father owned his own business, so Bell was able to combine both her parents’ best skills and run her own successful business as an artist. Bell immediately fell in love with making pottery. Her passion for her work can be seen in all of her intricate, unique pieces. I was especially interested in one of the ceramic ornaments she was tellwww.youarecurrent.com
ing me about. It is in the shape of Indiana and is decorated with horse hair, rather than glaze. Carol explained to me about when she burned the hair onto the clay, it absorbed the smoke and carbon, and imprinted the hair fibers onto the clay for an interesting effect and texture. She also makes custom pieces for people with their own pet’s hair. “I love making things that enhance everyday life … starting a fresh new day with your first cup of coffee in a beautiful mug, enjoying a few simple flowers in an ikebana flower vase, serving dinner to your family from a handmade bowl.” So whether you are looking for a one-of-a-kind piece to decorate your home with, or something as simple as a coffee mug, Blue Moon Pottery is the place to look.
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Warm Spinach Salad Ingredients: 5 tablespoons olive oil, divided; 2 cloves minced garlic; 10 ounces fresh mushrooms, sliced (about 4 cups); One 10-ounce package fresh spinach; 1 medium onion, sliced; 2 teaspoons dried basil; 1 1/2 teaspoons sugar; 1 1/2 teaspoons mustard powder; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/2 teaspoon pepper; 2 tablespoons vinegar, preferably white wine Directions: In medium skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of oil. Add garlic and cook until it begins to brown. Add mushrooms and continue cooking until mushrooms are lightly browned, about five minutes. Transfer to serving bowl. Add spinach and onion. In same skillet, heat remaining oil. Add basil, sugar, mustard powder salt and pepper. Cook, stirring until sugar dissolves. Add vinegar and bring to a boil. Pour dressing over spinach and mushroom mixture. Toss to coat.
Buttery Pan Rolls Golden Potato Soup Ingredients: 3 cups peeled and cubed potatoes; 1/2 cup chopped celery; 1/2 cup chopped onion; 1 cube chicken bouillon; 1 cup water; 1 teaspoon dried parsley; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1 pinch ground black pepper; 2 teaspoons all-purpose flour; 1 1/2 cups milk; 1 1/2 cups shredded American cheese; 1 cup chopped ham or bacon
Directions: In a large stock pot, add potatoes, celery, onion, chicken bouillon, water and parsley flakes. Season with salt and pepper, and simmer until vegetables become tender. In a separate bowl, mix flour and milk. Once well blended, add to soup mixture and cook until soup becomes thick. Stir in cheese, cooked ham or hamburger, and simmer until cheese is melted.
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Ingredients: 1/4 cup water; 1/4 cup cold milk; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1 egg, beaten; 8 tablespoons butter, melted and cooled; 2 cups all-purpose flour; 2 tablespoons sugar; 2 teaspoons active dry yeast Directions:Reserve 5 tablespoons melted butter. Put all other ingredients in bread machine according to manufacturer’s directions. Program dough setting and start. Pour half of remaining butter into 8-inch square baking pan and tilt to coat bottom with butter. Drop batter by rounded tablespoonful into pan, making 16 rolls. Drizzle remaining butter over rolls. Cover loosely with plastic wrap and let rise in a warm place until almost doubled, approximately 30 minutes. Preheat oven to 400 F. Uncover rolls and bake 12-15 minutes, or until golden. Cool slightly in pan on wire rack.
Amish Cookies Ingredients: 1 cup butter, softened; 1 cup vegetable oil; 1 cup white sugar; 1 cup confectioners’ sugar; 2 eggs; 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract; 4 1/2 cups allpurpose flour; 1 teaspoon baking soda; 3/4 teaspoon cream of tartar Directions: Preheat the oven to 375 F. Grease cookie sheets. In a large bowl, mix together the butter, oil, white sugar and confectioners’ sugar until smooth. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla. Combine the flour, baking soda and cream of tartar. Stir into the sugar mixture until just combined. Drop dough by teaspoonfuls onto the prepared cookie sheets. Bake for 8 to 10 minutes in preheated oven, or until bottoms are lightly browned. – AllRecipes.com
Canadian Cocoa Ingredients: 3/4 ounce Canadian whisky; 3/4 ounce dark rum; 1/2 ounce dark crème de cacao; 5 ounces milk; 2/3 ounce maple syrup DIRECTIONS: Heat milk in a small saucepan. When simmering, add remaining ingredients. Allow syrup to dissolve, and pour into a heatproof glass.
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A lot of people are squawking about Michael Fassbender and Leonardo DiCaprio failing to receive Oscar nominations for Best Actor, as widely expected among the Hollywood cognoscenti. For my money, the guy who really got cheated was Michael Shannon, whose creepyyet-charismatic turn in “Take Shelter” earned a lot of critical praise -- but few ticket sales for this little-seen drama. Shannon plays Curtis, a blue-collar Ohio family man who starts seeing strange apocalyptic visions -- birds flying into vortexes, threatening storm patterns, even indistinct human forms trying to break into the house and get his daughter (Tova Stewart) and wife (Jessica Chastain, filmdom’s Miss Everywhere for 2011).
Curtis’ own mother had a schizophrenic breakdown when she was about the age he is now, so his first thoughts are that he’s cracking up. He seeks counseling at the free clinic and reads books about mental illness. But nothing can stop his strange impulses -especially about the old storm shelter buried in his backyard, which Curtis begins transforming into a veritable fortress. It’s an extraordinary bit of acting by Shannon, whose face always seems on the verge of melting into a swirl of emotions. “Take Shelter” is a harrowing portrait of Midwest normalcy disrupted by dark daydreams. Movie: B
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“Death Comes to Pemberley” by P.D. James By Deanna Street • editorial@youarecurrent.com Readers’ Advisory Librarian, Carmel, Clay Public Library
P.D. James pays respect to the fictional world of Jane Austen in “Death Comes to Pemberley,” a historical mystery set in 1803, six years after the conclusion of “Pride and Prejudice.” A prologue outlines the original plot and the history of the family after the marriage of Elizabeth Bennet to Fitzwilliam Darcy. As the action begins, Elizabeth is working on final preparations for the annual ball at Pemberley, the most important social event of the year. The night before the ball, the Darcys and a small party of friends are enjoying after-dinner entertainment when they see a chaise speeding dangerously toward the house. The chaise brings Elizabeth’s sister, Lydia, with news a murder has taken place in the woodlands of Pemberley. This breach in
the security of the estate and the suspect’s ties to the Darcys threatens the order of Pemberley, and those who make it their home. James excels in melding the mystery to its richly-detailed setting, a complex social order in which wealthy landowners and their dependents are bound. The primary conflict of the novel requires the killer be brought to justice to restore the balance at Pemberley. As unexpected events produce unforeseen social obligations, Darcy’s primary obligation is to ensure the security of Pemberley for future generations. This duty is at the heart of Darcy’s actions in the novel. Viewers of the PBS TV series “Downton Abbey” will note a similarity in the theme of social obligations and duty. Ultimately, “Death Comes to Pemberley” is an excellent mystery written by a master of the genre with clues, red herrings and a surprising twist at the end.
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Vanita Clements, Co-owner/ operator (with Clyde Worley) of The Hamilton Where do the two of you like to eat? Al Basha Mediterranean Restaurant & Grocery What do you like to eat there? We really love the gyros and the hummus. What do you like about Al Basha? We like the fact they make their own pita bread. Al Basha is located at 11321 Village Square Lane, Fishers. They can be reached by phone at 578-0040.
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