Celebrities and Schedule for Inaugural Wizard World Comic Con Indianapolis, February 13-15, 2015

Look out Indy, looks like GenCon has competition for our affection in the form of Wizard World Comic Con this weekend, beginning Friday and running through Sunday afternoon.

Downtown Indianapolis will, once again, pay host to convention attendees dressed in cool costumes, celebrities of television and films, and those who share a passion for all things comic book, super hero and out of this world. Yes, that includes (be still my heart) William Shatner from Star Trek, Harry Potter series actors, The Hulk, and others from the world of mystic and marvel.

 It is the first trip to Indianapolis for Wizard World, Inc. (OTCBB: WIZD) and the fourth event on the 2015 Wizard World Comic Con calendar.

Although I do not see local comic book artist Gavin Smith on the list, other major comic artists to attend, include: John Tyler Christopher ("Amazing Spider-Man," "Avenger"), Neal Adams("Batman," "X-Men"), James O'Barr ("The Crow") and Michael Golden ("Daredevil," "Hulk"). Wizard World Comic Con Indianapolis, February 13-15, 2015 will be held at the Indianapolis Convention Center.

Others in Artist Alley include: Dr. Travis Langley (“Batman and Psychology: A Dark and Stormy Knight”), Renee Witterstaetter (“She Hulk,” “Avengers”), Troy Brownfield ("Grimm Fairy Tales"), Jeremiah Lambert ("Transformers," "Tonka Truck") and C.S. Marks ("Elfhunter," "Ravenshade").

Full-price Wizard World Comic Con Indianapolis attendees will receive a limited edition exclusive variant cover “The Walking Dead” comic, drawn by a top Wizard World artist. Comics will be issued at registration while supplies last and VIP attendees will receive an additional black & white sketch version.

Celebrities attending include William Shatner (“Star Trek,” “Boston Legal”), Liam McIntyre (“Spartacus”), Katie Cassidy ("Arrow," “Gossip Girl”), James and Oliver Phelps (“Harry Potter”), Michael Cudlitz (“The Walking Dead," "Southland"), WWE® Divas The Bella Twins™, Sonequa Martin-Green (“The Walking Dead,” “Once Upon a Time”), Emily Kinney (“The Walking Dead") and many others.

Wizard World 2015 schedule available at: http://wizd.me/PRSchedule2015.

Wizard World Comic Con events bring together thousands of fans of all ages to celebrate the best in pop-fi, pop culture, movies, graphic novels, cosplay, comics, television, sci-fi, toys, video gaming, gaming, original art, collectibles, contests and more. Wizard World Comic Con Indianapolis show hours are Friday, February 13, 3-8 p.m.; Saturday, February 14, 10 a.m.-7 p.m., Sunday, February 15, 11 a.m.-5 p.m.

2015 Wizard World Indianapolis Comic Con info: http://wizd.me/IndianapolisPR.

About Wizard World

Wizard World (OTCBB: WIZD) produces Comic Cons and pop culture conventions across North America that celebrate the best in pop-fi, pop culture, movies, television, cosplay, comics, graphic novels, toys, video gaming, sci-fi, gaming, original art, collectibles, contests and more. A first-class lineup of topical programming takes place at each event, with celebrity Q&A's, the Wizard World Film Festival, comics-themed sessions, costume contests, movie screenings, evening parties and more. Wizard World also produces socialcon featuring social media stars and will be launching ConTV, a digital media channel in partnership with leading independent content distributor Cinedigm™ (NASDAQ: CIDM).

Elizabeth J. Musgrave writes the fine-living blog Gotta Go, two magazine food and wine columns: Destination Dining and White Linen & Corks, and is a travel, features, food and wine writer, travel and food photographer, and performing arts and restaurant critic. Catch her as the Travel & Leisure Adviser on FOX 59 Morning News Show. She also is a speaker for hospitality, travel and luxury businesses, P.R., and tourism groups, as well as a radio and television guest. Follow her on Twitter @GottaGo, LinkedIn and Facebook.

Indiana Artisan Marketplace April 4-7, 2013 Seeks Volunteers

*Press Release*
IndianaArtisan.org is looking for art and food enthusiasts to volunteer behind the scenes April 4-7 at Indiana Artisan Marketplace, the state’s premier fine art and food event, at the State Fairgrounds.

Volunteers, 18 and older, are asked to work 4-hour shifts doing a variety of tasks, including greeting guests, selling tickets, answering questions, helping Artisans load-in or pack up, staffing the Artisan store and booth sitting. In return, each receives free parking, admission and T-shirt.

Register at IndianaArtisan_VolunteerRegistration

In addition to more than 150 booths, demonstrations, food and wine sampling and live music, this year’s Marketplace will include a gallery of work by artists affiliated with VSA Indiana, the state organization on arts and disability, as well as a Preview Party from 7-9:30 p.m. April 5 that will benefit VSA. Plus, Indianapolis interior designer Chip Kalleen will furnish and decorate a model dining room and bathroom with Indiana Artisan work.

For information, contact Ros Demaree, Rosalyn@IndianaArtisan.org or (317) 964-9455.

Elizabeth J. Musgrave is a syndicated fine-living, travel columnist, freelance writer and photographer, and performing arts and restaurant critic for Gotta Go. Read Infused, her spirits, wine & beer lifestyle column, at www.GottaGo.us and www.FoodDigital.com and catch her as Indy’s Entertainment Adviser on 93 WIBC. Gotta Go is published on www.Gottago.us, www.BroadwayWorld.com, an in print. Follow her on Twitter @GottaGo, LinkedIn and Facebook.

Devour Downtown 2013 Winterfest January 21-February 3

Devour Downtown Winterfest 2013 has started and the usual restaurants are opening their doors for everyone to get a taste of their menus from January 21 - February 3. Some will create special menus just for the event, while others simply offer their usual food items at a reduced price.
New this year is the differing prices, as opposed to years past wherein all had the $30 prix fixe menu. Now, depending on where you dine, the price could be as high as $35 (like at FOGO) or as low as 2 for $25 (like at Elbow Room). The main thing to remember is check out the links, menus and prices before venturing out.

I have put an asterisk next to any restaurants I have dined at and would recommend.

Participating Restaurants

120 West Market Fresh Grill 

1913 Restaurant 

Acapulco Joe's

Adobo Grill 

* BARcelona Tapas 

* Bluebeard

* Buca diBeppo 

BuDa Lounge 

California Pizza Kitchen

* Cerulean 

* Champions Sports Bar 

* Chef Joseph's at the Connoisseur Room

Circle City Bar & Grille 

* Columbia Club 

Creation Café

Dunaway's 

* Eagle's Nest 

* Elbow Room

* Fogo De Chao 

Forty Five Degrees 

Greek Islands

* Harry & Izzy's 

High Velocity 

Iaria's

Indianapolis Colts Grille 

* Iozzo's Garden of Italy 

Kilroy's Bar & Grill

Libertine 

Lorenzo's Ristorante 

Maxine's Chicken & Waffles

McCormick & Schmick's 

Mesh 

Milano Inn

Morton's the Steakhouse 

Osteria Pronto 

* Palomino

Pearl Street Pizzeria 

* R bistro 

Rock Bottom

* Ruth's Chris Steak House 

* Sahm's Tavern 

* Scotty's Brewhouse

* Severin Bar 

* Shula's 

Skyline Club

Slippery Noodle 

Smokehouse on Shelby 

* St. Elmo Steak House

Tavern on South 

The Capital Grille 

The End of the Line Public House

The Oceanaire Seafood Room 

The Rathskellar 

* Turner's at the Canterbury

Weber Grill 

* Winner's Circle

For more details and menus, visit DevourDowntown.org

Elizabeth J. Musgrave is a syndicated fine-living, travel columnist, freelance writer and photographer, and performing arts and restaurant critic for Gotta Go. Read Infused, her spirits, wine & beer lifestyle column, at www.GottaGo.us and www.FoodDigital.com and catch her as Indy’s Entertainment Adviser on 93 WIBC. Gotta Go is published on www.Gottago.us, www.BroadwayWorld.com, an in print. Follow her on Twitter @GottaGo, LinkedIn and Facebook.

Symphony on the Prairie 2012 Lineup Includes Debuts of Don McClean, Motown & Disco

Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra

Symphony on the Prairie 2012

Don McClean

~If you are looking for 2013 Schedule click here~

The Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra announces its 31st season, June 16 - Sept. 2. The summertime Marsh Symphony on the Prairie Series features a broad mix of classical and pops symphonic music performed at Conner Prairie Ampitheatre in Fishers, Indiana.

Debuts include

Folk music icon Don McLean

award-winning country music band Diamond Rio

legendary Motown group The Contours.

Returning favorites include

The Music of Queen,

The Classical Mystery Tour Beatles tribute,

jazz swing band Big Bad Voodoo Daddy

world famous Glenn Miller Orchestra.

2012 Marsh Symphony on the Prairie Schedule

June 16

Gershwin’s Rhapsody in Blue

Guest conductor Ryan McAdams will open the 2012 summer season with classical favorites such as Elgar’s "Enigma Variations" and Gershwin’s "Rhapsody in Blue" featuring Stephen Beus, the winner of the 2006 American Pianists Association Max I Allen Fellowship. 

June 22-23

Heroes & Victors – Music from Sports Greatest Films

Conducted by Alfred Savia, Heroes & Victors features the clips from classic sports films such as Chariots of Fire, Breaking Away and Hoosiers shown on large video walls near the stage as the ISO plays excerpts from the scores.

June 29-30

The Music of Queen

Conductor Brent Havens and his tribute band join the ISO to perform the many hits by legendary 1970s and '80s rock band Queen.

July 2-4

Star-Spangled Symphony

The ISO celebrates Independence Day with three concerts featuring many patriotic favorites including the 1812 Overture with live artillery accompaniment and Stars and Stripes Forever with a spectacular firework display.

July 6-7

Disco Night at the Prairie – A Tribute to the Bee Gees

Tribute band Stayin’ Alive joins the ISO in a Disco-style program highlighted by the many hits from The Bee Gees.

July 13-14

The ISO Goes Global – The Music of our Sister Cities

ISO Assistant Conductor David Glover takes patrons on a world tour of celebrated classical works representing Indianapolis’ sister cities in Germany, Italy, and China, among others. Guest violinist Stefan Jackiw also pays homage to Indy’s sister city of Cologne with Bruch’s glorious "Scottish Fantasy." 

July 20-21

The Best of Broadway

Noted pops conductor Stuart Chafetz and a talented cast of New York City’s best vocalists put the hits of Broadway’s greatest musicals on center stage.

July 27-28

The Glenn Miller Orchestra with the ISO

The renowned Glenn Miller Orchestra and band leader Nick Hilscher return to join the ISO in performing the ensemble’s most recognizable works such as "Moonlight Serenade" and "In the Mood."

August 3-4

An Evening with Don McLean

Legendary folk singer and songwriter Don McLean joins the ISO’s string section in an evening of his enduring hits such as “American Pie” and “Vincent (Starry, Starry Night).”

August 10-11

Vivaldi’s The Four Seasons

The ISO’s string players will be this weekend’s star performers as they bring classical favorites – such as Vivaldi’s The Four Seasons to the stage, led by 2002 International Violin Competition of Indianapolis Gold Medalist Barnabás Kelemen.

*August 17-18

Classical Mystery Tour – A Tribute to the Beatles

For a fifth consecutive summer season, the members of the Broadway cast of Beatlemania will perform many Beatles hits such as "Hard Day’s Night," "Twist and Shout," "Yellow Submarine" and "Here Comes The Sun"  in an authentic tribute to Liverpool’s “Fab Four.”

*August 24-25

Diamond Rio

Four-time Country Music Award-winning band Diamond Rio will showcase its inventive country style and superb vocal artistry by performing many hits such as “Meet in the Middle,” “How Your Love Makes Me Feel,” and “Love a Little Stronger” in its Prairie debut.

*August 30-31

The Contours – 50 Years of Motown!

The legendary Motown vocal quartet The Contours will perform many of its favorites such as “Do You Love Me,” “Can You Do It” and “Can You Jerk Like Me” in their first-ever appearance.

*September 1-2

Big Bad Voodoo Daddy

Big Bad Voodoo Daddy returns to bring its blend of jazz, swing, Dixieland and Big Band music.

* The Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra does not perform in these concerts
Check back on GottaGo.us for review of artists throughout the season.

DIRECTIONS

For directions to Conner Prairie Ampitheatre, click here-->> Directions

TICKETS

10-ticket value packs, full season table subscriptions and group reservations on sale March 19; single tickets and single reserved tables go on sale April 23.

From March 19 through May 4, patrons can purchase Value Packs (10 concert tickets) for $155, which is a savings of 40 percent off of single ticket prices. From May 5-June 16, Value Packs are $180. Season table subscriptions may be purchased (seating up to 10) for $479 for 14 tables. Groups of 30 people or more may save at discounts up to 30% off the admission price at the gate.

Orders for Value Packs and season table subscriptions may be made in person at the Hilbert Circle Theatre Box Office, by phone by calling (317) 639-4300 or (800) 366-8457 outside of Indianapolis, or online at www.IndianapolisSymphony.org. For group sales, contact ISO Group Sales Manager Jeff Johnson at (317) 231-6788 or email jjohnson@IndianapolisSymphony.org.

Single Tickets On Sale Beginning April 23
Single tickets for Marsh Symphony on the Prairie concerts will go on sale Monday, April 23. For more information on all Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra indoor and outdoor presentations, contact the Hilbert Circle Theatre Box Office at (217) 639-4300, toll free (800) 366-8457 outside of Indianapolis, or at www.IndianapolisSymphony.org.

Marsh Supermarkets is the Title Sponsor of the entire 2012 Marsh Symphony on the Prairie season and St. Vincent Health is the Premiere Sponsor for the summer series.

Elizabeth J. Musgrave is a syndicated columnist, travel writer, performing arts and restaurant critic. Catch her as Indy’s Arts & Entertainment Adviser on 93 WIBC, and follow her on Twitter @GottaGo and Facebook. Gotta Go is published in the following newspapers: South Sider Voice, Indiana Weekender, New Palestine Reporter, Pendleton Times Reporter and Fortville-McCordsville Reporter.