This Weekend only!!!

Black Solos Festival: Warm Up This Winter with Unforgettable Stories!

Don’t let the cold keep you away from experiencing the warmth of creativity and storytelling at its finest. Participate in  Black Solos Festival—a celebration of Black voices, artistry, and resilience. With two cozy stages, incredible performances, and free parking on Sundays, this is your chance to dive into the heart of theater. And rest assured, the sidewalks outside the theatre are clear of snow, making your visit safe and stress-free.

Why You Should Come:

• The Power of Solo Plays: Solo plays are a masterclass in theater craft. Unlike a one-act play, which relies on ensemble interaction and multiple perspectives, a solo play offers an intimate, raw, and deeply personal connection between performer and audience. Each performer brings a singular voice to life, creating an immersive journey that blends storytelling, acting, and often, autobiographical depth. At the Black Solos Festival, you’ll witness first-hand the extraordinary artistry of performers who command the stage entirely on their own.

• Welcome to the Home of IBTC! Find out more about the Indianapolis Black Theatre Company (IBTC) and its incredible actors, who will be there to greet you. Learn about this inspiring troupe and their mission to fuel creativity, celebrate Black artistry, and bring groundbreaking contemporary theater to Indy audiences.

• Fueling New Work & Creativity: The festival celebrates innovative theatre.   Learn about IBTC’s New Play Contest, which offers $7,500 to the winning playwright and the opportunity to have their play produced on the Mainstage. Be part of the excitement that’s keeping Indy’s live theater vibrant and alive!

• Where & When:
  The District Theatre, right here on Mass Ave in the heart of Indy, will be buzzing with energy for three days:

• Friday 6:00pm/7:30pm -  Saturday

• Sunday 2:00pm with last show 7:00pm.

• Two stages featuring four dynamic solo performances.

How It Works:

• 4 Shows in 1 Day: Make a full day of it with just 15+  minutes between each show you can Park once, order in, see shows and you never have to leave the building. 

• 1 Show a Day: Stretch your experience across the weekend.

Ticket Info:

• Adults: $25 per show

• Seniors & Students: $15 per show

• FLEXPASS: $60 | Share the pass!!!!

Yes, it’s a flex pass and you can share the pass for two or four people.   If you love theatre at $15 a show its super economical to use on one day or across the weekend.

Make It a Day Out!
Enjoy our vibrant neighborhood with its diverse range of restaurants, perfect for pre or post-show dining. Order in!  Foyer is welcoming with a full bar all day long.  Alternately walk next door to Ralston’s or cross the road to Petra, Oishi or the fab cookie shop.    And remember, parking is FREE on Sundays, so take your time and soak up the experience.

Discover the Shows here:
Experience a range of stories and styles, from Les Kurkendaal’s The Real Black Swann, Curtis Shepard’s The Kitchen Table, Paris Crayton III’s  Bloodline or Tasha Jones’ Daughter of the King.  These productions promise to inform, inspire, and entertain while breaking new ground in contemporary theater.

Stay Warm Inside & Out: Our theatre isn’t just cozy; it’s alive with the passion and talent of our performers. And don’t worry about getting here—the sidewalks outside The District Theatre are clear of snow, ensuring safe access to our front doors.

Get Your Tickets Now!
See you at The District Theatre, where stories come to life, and the warmth of creativity melts the coldest days.

We’re extremely excited about this project as we support new work being developed specifically for the Black American Community. We know there is a deeper body of diverse voices that exists and we’re here to provide a National Platform.

The Most Provocative Play Of Our 2025 Season!