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COLUMN: ‘Blue Moon’ is a stationary and annoying experience

By Steven Leatherwood · Monday, Oct. 27,2025 11:15 a.m.

Why Richard Linklater’s “Blue Moon” is a vexing experience throughout.

Local live music this week: scary good sounds in Bloomington

By Stella Klaus · Sunday, Oct. 26,2025 1:20 p.m.

Live music opportunities this week give you the opportunity to get out for Halloween.

Bloomington welcomes musician Janis Ian for documentary screening

By Abby Whited · Friday, Oct. 24,2025 7:58 p.m.

The musician attended a screening of “Breaking Silence” at the Buskirk-Chumley Theater.

Jacobs Fall Ballet to showcase dancers’ classical technique

By Abby Whited · Thursday, Oct. 23,2025 2:45 p.m.

The Jacobs Opera and Ballet Theater will present its Fall Ballet this weekend.

Palestinian concert at IU blends cultures through music

By Lily Saylor · Wednesday, Oct. 22,2025 6:43 p.m.

The free concert was held Tuesday at the Global International Studies Building.

COLUMN: Scent memories and the power of seasonal fragrances

By Abby Whited · Wednesday, Oct. 22,2025 10:18 a.m.

The power of autumn scents lies in their ability to generate nostalgia and comfort.

'Moana Live-to-Film Concert' to bring Polynesian music to IU

By Sophie Albert · Tuesday, Oct. 21,2025 1:12 p.m.

Polynesian rhythm masters and vocalists will bring the movie to life through live music.

Author P. Djèlí Clark stops at Morgenstern Books in Bloomington on book tour

By Sofía Rodríguez · Monday, Oct. 20,2025 5:38 p.m.

Clark visited Bloomington for a conversation with Matthew Woods about his book “Ring Shout.”

COLUMN: Canceled shows still worth a watch

By Sophie Albert · Monday, Oct. 20,2025 4:27 p.m.

These four shows got cut short, but still make amazing watches.

Annual Witch Faire brings local vendors, costumes and candy to Bloomington

By Violet Kingsbury · Monday, Oct. 20,2025 11:53 a.m.

The Witch Faire featured a costume contest, trick-or-treating and several witchy handmade goods.

COLUMN: 7 pop songs to add to your Halloween playlist

By Steven Leatherwood · Monday, Oct. 20,2025 11:03 a.m.

Upgrade your Halloween playlists with artists from Olivia Rodrigo to Lady Gaga.

Local live music this week: from jazz to country

By Stella Klaus · Sunday, Oct. 19,2025 6:06 p.m.

Free, all-age shows this week make live music accessible for everyone.

COLUMN: Dennis James haunts IU with Halloween organ playing

By Sophie Albert · Friday, Oct. 17,2025 6 p.m.

“Dennis James Hosts Halloween” featured a radio drama and silent film and organ performance.

COLUMN: Where to find the best bison merchandise in Bloomington

By Hayden Kay · Friday, Oct. 17,2025 1:47 p.m.

IU apparel stores have many new items featuring the recently-reinstated mascot.

Welcome home! Here’s new food and fun in Bloomington

By Sydney Weber · Friday, Oct. 17,2025 11:11 a.m.

New restaurants and entertainment venues in Bloomington can provide some extra fun Homecoming Weekend.

Returning festival brings blues and boogies back to Bloomington

By Stella Klaus · Friday, Oct. 17,2025 11 a.m.

The festival gives young musicians an opportunity to learn about new music.

Campus goes loco for hoco: 2025 Homecoming week arts events

By Lexi Bunting · Friday, Oct. 17,2025 10:20 a.m.

IU Bloomington’s 2025 Homecoming week celebrates culture, creativity and Hoosier pride.

Natalie Boeyink Jazz Ensemble celebrates Indigenous composers through jazz concert

By Samuel Cherchian · Thursday, Oct. 16,2025 3:26 p.m.

The ensemble honored Indigenous Peoples Day with pieces written by composers of Indigenous heritage.

‘L’Enfant et les Sortilèges’ opera brings childhood whimsy to Musical Arts Center

By Abby Whited · Thursday, Oct. 16,2025 9:46 a.m.

The opera will open at the Musical Arts Center on Friday.

Dance production of ‘Hamlet’ provides artistic take on a classic play

By Sophie Albert · Wednesday, Oct. 15,2025 1:50 p.m.

The performance unveiled the tragic tale through movement, light and shadow.

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