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The reviews keep rolling in! Here's the latest about the Center for the Performing Arts.

Sep 01, 2010

Recording session pairs Feinstein, Carmel Symphony

The collection of American standards will be released later this year in celebration of the Palladium's grand opening. Michael Feinstein and the Carmel Symphony Orchestra will perform at the Palladium grand opening gala on January 29, 2011. READ MORE  
Aug 12, 2010

Summer issue of 'Applause!' in homes now

Steven B. Libman explains why The Center is "a space for all." PLUS: Read Michael Feinstein's essay on American song and take a behind-the-scenes look at The Palladium. READ MORE  
Aug 05, 2010

Center issues cleaning services RFP

The Center for the Performing Arts is seeking a vendor to provide cleaning services for The Palladium 1600-seat concert hall. READ MORE  
Aug 02, 2010

Management team grows

Steven B. Libman announced that David Anderson is the Center's new Director of Marketing, along with Brian Seitz who will serve as the Center's Box Office Manager READ MORE  
Jul 27, 2010

New partnership with Renaissance

The Renaissance Indianapolis North Hotel will be the preferred hotel for the Center's guest artists and performers. Also planned: Special concert and accommodation packages for guests staying at the hotel. READ MORE  
Jul 08, 2010

Center hires general manager

The Center for the Performing Arts announced the appointment of Douglas Y. Tatum as the Center's General Manager. Tatum, of Kansas City, Missouri, will assume his duties July 26. READ MORE  
Jun 22, 2010

An 'unprecedented' cultural attraction for central Indiana

The Center for the Performing Arts is an unprecedented cultural attraction for Central Indiana, and focal point for the New Urbanism of the City of Carmel, multi-venue complex will also house the Feinstein Foundation for the Preservation of the Great American Songbook. READ MORE  
Jun 22, 2010

Neil Sedaka joins gala concert lineup

Legendary recording artist Neil Sedaka has been added to the list of performers at the January 29, 2011 gala concert. The concert lineup also will feature artistic director Michael Feinstein with jazz artist Chris Botti. The gala will be produced by acclaimed Hollywood producer Gordon Hunt and will include performances by the Carmel Symphony Orchestra. READ MORE  
Jun 07, 2010

Center announces grand opening week celebrations

The Palladium's grand opening week is January 22-30, 2011. The celebration week includes a gala featuring Michael Feinstein with jazz instrumental artist Chris Botti. READ MORE  
Jun 06, 2010

Grand opening week press kit

PDF file includes press kit - fact sheets, biographies and calendar of events. READ MORE  
Jun 01, 2010

500-seat theater unveiled as The Tarkington

The Tarkington was selected as an enduring tribute to the legendary Hoosier novelist and playwright, Booth Tarkington (July 29, 1869 - May 19, 1946). READ MORE  
May 24, 2010

Center adds new board directors, staff

The Center for the Performing Arts announced the addition of three foundation board directors and the hiring of a production director. READ MORE  
May 17, 2010

Opening week plans to be announced June 6

The Center for the Performing Arts will hold a press briefing on Sunday, June 6 at 2 p.m. to announce the grand opening week's community celebrations. READ MORE  
May 04, 2010

The Center for the Performing Arts announces $1,635,000 in funding

The Center will use the grant to fund a variety of operating costs such as core staff salaries, box office functions and performance booking during the current pre-opening period, when it does not yet have ticket sales and other earned income. READ MORE  
Apr 07, 2010

Center For The Performing Arts Issues Catering RFP

The Center for the Performing Arts is seeking an operator with experience in cultural institutions. READ MORE  
Feb 11, 2010

Center For the Performing Arts To Serve As 'Arts Hub' For Region

After more than a decade of planning, a major new performance facility is becoming a reality in Central Indiana. READ MORE  
Feb 11, 2010

The Palladium To Be One-of-a-Kind, Top Quality Venue For Region

In its design, quality and versatility, The Palladium, the 1,600-seat concert hall at the Center for the Performing Arts, will be in a class by itself. READ MORE  
Feb 11, 2010

Landmark Building Solidifies Identity With New Name, Logo

The 1,600-seat concert hall currently under construction in Carmel has been named The Palladium at the Center for the Performing Arts. READ MORE  
Feb 09, 2010

Arts Center Director Meets Agents in NYC

Almost a year away from the Regional Performing Arts Center concert hall's grand opening, the center's executive director is rubbing shoulders with top performers, agents and other industry experts in hopes of getting a star-studded lineup for the hall's first season. READ MORE
Jan 13, 2010

$500,000 Gift Pledged for Regional Performing Arts Center

Local philanthropists, Frank and Katrina Basile, have pledged a $500,000 gift to the Regional Performing Arts Center. In recognition of this substantial contribution, the RPAC will name the gift shop and café, which will be located in The Palladium, for the Basile's. READ MORE  
Jan 05, 2010

New Year Brings New Staff for Regional Performing Arts Center

Steven Libman, Executive Director of The Regional Performing Arts Center in Carmel, officially announced today the appointment of Jeremy M. Hatch as the Center's Director of Development along with John R. Hughey who will serve as the Center's Public Relations Manager. READ MORE  
Nov 18, 2009

Civic Theatre Moving to Carmel

The Booth Tarkington Civic Theatre reached a long-term agreement with the Carmel Redevelopment Commission to make the Regional Performing Arts Center's 500-seat theater its permanent residence. READ MORE  
Nov 06, 2009

4 More Join Carmel Regional Performing Arts Foundation Board

Four new directors have been added on to the Regional Performing Arts Center Foundation board, bringing the current total to eight. The new additions are Frank Basile, Ersal Ozdemir, Eric Stovall and John Thompson. READ MORE  
Sep 28, 2009

Feinstein to Head New Performing Arts Center

International pianist and vocalist Michael Feinstein has been named the first artistic director of the Regional Performing Arts Center (RPAC) in Carmel. READ MORE
Aug 24, 2009

Director's Venue Plan Ambitious

Steven Libman is optimistic in his vision for Carmel's $80 million performing arts center. The recently hired executive director plans to pack the calendar with a mix of performances by local groups and touring acts. READ MORE
Aug 12, 2009

Executive Director Named For New Carmel Arts Center

The managing director of the Tony Award winning La Jolla Playhouse in California has been hired as the executive director of the Regional Performing Arts Center in Carmel. READ MORE
 
 
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