Ethel Winslow’s Story Archive

“The Chinese Lady” at the IRT

In 2018, Lloyd Suh, a Greenwood resident, saw the first production of his play The Chinese Lady. Much has happened in the world since that debut, and the Asian-American community has had to endure fear and xenophobia once again due to COVID-19 being labeled “the China virus.” Since 2020, violence … Read More

Irvington Ghost Tour Kicks off the East Side Halloween Season

Twenty years ago, Al Hunter took his first group of haunted history buffs on a walk through what is, arguably, the most haunted historic district in Indianapolis. Rain or shine, the tours have gone on throughout October in Irvington, and the crowds have grown larger, and Al and Rhonda Hunter’s … Read More

A “Sensible” Start to the IRT’s 50th Season

Originally meant to premier in spring of 2020, the IRT’s production of Jane Austen’s Sense and Sensibility was cancelled due to the shutdown at the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic. Indianapolis audiences can enjoy this showcase of one of Austen’s finest novel on the stage through October 9, without a … Read More

“Steel Magnolias” Closes IRT 2021-22 Season

Before it was a blockbuster movie starring Dolly Parton and Sally Field, Steel Magnolias was a stage play written by Robert Harling about six women in Louisiana and their friendship. The Indiana Repertory Theater’s production closes out their 2021-22 season with laughter and tears. Truvy’s hair parlor is the spot … Read More

Bikes Take to the Roads as Weather Improves

About 30 people of of all ages participated in the Saturday, April 30 Family Fun Bike Ride along the Pennsy Trail. The ride was held in conjunction with the Irvington Historical Society’s exhibit More than a Trail.  .  .  Pennsy. The exhibit features recent photographs by Ana Ferreira and information … Read More