The District Theatre

Live performing arts venue, with a mainstage and cabaret space, located in downtown Indianapolis. Please visit www.indydistricttheatre for more information.

Located at 627 Massachusetts Avenue in the arts and theater district of downtown Indianapolis, we are a live performing arts theater known for premier plays that focus on all aspects of our community, outrageous comedies, and innovative productions. The District Theatre has two totally different and yet exciting stages. The large Main Stage and the more intimate cabaret style Stage 2. District The

09/29/2024

There is something about a love story that is "Toni Stone". A remarkable woman and the man who saw her through a different lens.

Thank you Rita Kohn for a beautiful write up of our production "Toni Stone".
Read more here: https://www.nuvo.net/arts/review-toni-stone/article_eb12a19c-79e0-11ef-b563-4309af5e8863.html

Purchase your tickets to "Toni Stone" by Lydia R. Diamond brought to you by The Indianapolis Black Theater Company on indyblacktheater.org

09/28/2024

"Toni Stone" opening night at the Ballpark with pre show hamburgers, corn dogs washed down with Jack Daniels Honey and Lemonade.

09/28/2024
09/27/2024

"Toni Stone" dished up a perfect mix of drama and history. The cast really brings each of these unique characters to life. Two more weekends to catch the first production of Indianapolis Black Theater Company at District Theatre on Mass Ave.

Opening weekend of our inaugural show "Toni Stone" was a home run and we are back for FOUR more innings (shows 😉) THIS weekend!

Visit www.indyblacktheater.org to grab your tickets to witness the compelling story of the woman who reached! ⚾

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09/19/2024

Take a look at these amazing Indianapolis Clown team uniforms. Look at the detail, the materials sourced from the period and the embroidery. What a labor of love from nationally renowned costume designer Robert E Moore III who has brought his Hollywood skills back home to Indianapolis.

09/17/2024

Look what we found in the archives. Meet the real Toni Stone.
Find out more about her incredible journey as the first female professional baseball player.

Indianapolis Black Theatre Company presents 'Toni Stone' — a play honoring baseball pioneer 09/17/2024

Indianapolis Black Theatre Company presents 'Toni Stone' — a play honoring baseball pioneer Discover the captivating story of Toni Stone, the pioneering woman who shattered glass ceilings in professional baseball. Join the Indianapolis Black Theatre Company for the premiere of 'Toni Stone'.

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This week District Theatre celebrates a milestone with the first production of the Indianapolis Black Theater Company. "Toni Stone" and her achievements on the baseball field are about to be celebrated. Just who were the Clowns?
Read more here https://indydistricttheatre.vbotickets.com/events

09/14/2024

Women fought hard for the 19th Amendment. Witness their struggle in a powerful one woman play at The District Theatre this weekend.

09/13/2024
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09/12/2024

Ball Park is filling up. Make sure you get your seat.

https://indydistricttheatre.vbotickets.com/events

Trent is ready to knock it out of the park as “King” in our highly anticipated production of Toni Stone showing from 9/19-10/6! ⚾️
Tickets are up for grabs—don’t wait, swing into action and get yours today! 🎟️ Link in bio! 📲
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Photos from Freetown Village: A Living Experience in Black History's post 09/11/2024
09/10/2024

At second base for the Indianapolis Clowns, we have Toni Stone, portrayed by IBTC Company Member, .simone! ⚾️

Get your tickets NOW to see her and the rest of the team in action in the upcoming production of “Toni Stone” showing from 9/19-10/6! Link in bio. 🎟️

09/03/2024

John Grimes : Laughs On Mass Ave!
September 6-7, 2024
Comedian John Grimes returns for a night of laughter! A Boilermaker turned comic, John is currently based in Los Angeles and tours all across the country. His standup clips and sketches have amassed over a million views online, but the real treat is coming to a live show and experiencing it for yourself.
Age appropriate : mature audiences, language 18+
When not headlining his own shows, he tours and opens for Tony Rock. John is also the creator and producer of the Los Angeles Comedy Festival, now in its 3rd year.

The District Theatre Live performing arts venue, with a mainstage and cabaret space, located in downtown Indianapolis.

08/27/2024

Dive into the fascinating story of Toni Stone, the trailblazing first female professional baseball player who chased her dreams with unwavering determination.
Opening Night Thursday September 19 - Tickets here https://indydistricttheatre.vbotickets.com/events

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Happy Monday from The District!

Here are 2/4 shows that will be playing in The Cabaret Theatre and The Main Stage tonight!

The Things I Hide From My Dad 😵‍💫: There’s a war going on inside twelve-year-old Travis. Raised in his father’s doomsday cult, he believes the mere thought of s*x might trigger a nuclear apocalypse. But he just can’t shake these… feelings bubbling up inside him.

The Crooner & The Conjuror 🎸: An opera singer and a magician bond to bring you an immersive, intimate cabaret. Vocals and ukulele side by side with mind-blowing sleight of hand, visual illusion, and storytelling. A high degree of audience interaction makes each show unique, as Eddie and Chris transparently portray their real-life selves.

For more informtion on shows, ticketing, etc. visit !

08/17/2024

EXPECT TO MEET A FRINGE PERFORMER ON MASS AVE

Performers are shameless about promoting their shows. If they don’t have a fan base or marketing budget, they will talk to every person they run into on the street and in every café.
It can be scary to talk to random people so be sweet and listen.
You can always buy them a drink or meet the performers at the Beer Tent or at The District bar.
Matt Sovern, aka Busker Boy., will play the Artful Piano outside District Theatre today and over the weekend. Expect to see a lot of performers hanging out.

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Happy Day 2 of the Summer Theatre Festival!!

We are back with our final look at shows playing in The District Theatre’s Main Stage during The Summer Theatre Festival!

Be on the look out every day on our page to see what shows will be playing during the week!

For more information about the festival, visit !

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Happy First day of The 2024 Summer Theatre Festival!

We are back with our final look at shows playing in The District Theatre’s Cabaret Theatre during The Summer Theatre Festival!

Be on the look out every day on our page to see what shows will be playing during the week!

For more information about the festival, visit !

08/15/2024

The opening show at The District Theatre was July 2, 2018!
Thank you Lorraine Ball for reminding us how the years fly by!
The theatre opened with a hit show and hasn't stopped entertaining
Mass Ave and Indy audiences ever since. Thanks to all.

08/15/2024

Fringe alert! Performers on the world circuit have emailed and text to let us know that PACO from BERLIN is the real Fringe deal and has a hilarious show. Saturday at The District, home to traveling Fringers from around the country. More to come from performers from Seattle, Minneapolis, Chicago, Kansas City, Atlanta, Somerville, MA, and Portland.

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We are back with another look at shows playing at The District Theatre’s Main Stage during The Summer Theatre Festival!

Be on the look out every day on our page to see what shows will be playing during the week!

For more information about the festival, visit !

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Our Story

The District Theatre bridges the gap between audiences and artists and builds a stronger arts community. In partnership with Central Indiana Community Foundation (CICF) and Indianapolis Theatre Fringe Festival (IndyFringe), we are committed to preserving the facilities and cultural heritage of the Massachusetts Avenue site, as well as striving to provide the best venue for live performances in the Mass Ave Cultural District. For more info visit https://www.indydistricttheatre.org/

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Last day of IndyFringe and the lineup does not disappoint at The District Theatre. https://indydistricttheatre.org/
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627 Massachusetts Avenue
Indianapolis, IN
46204

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