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If you’ve ever screamed the lyrics in your car… danced around your kitchen… or felt a song by a legendary woman in music hit you right in the chest… this show is for you!!

HERstory: The Women of Rock & Roll is a high-energy live concert experience where powerhouse dance meets live music in a celebration of the women who changed music forever.

Featuring the music of:

- Heart

- Joan Jett and the Blackhearts

- Pat Benatar

- Stevie Nicks

- Tina Turner

- Janis Joplin

… and sooooo many more!

This is NOT a recital.

This is not dancers standing in lines smiling at the audience.

This is a full-scale performance experience with a live band, bold choreography, iconic music, and the kind of energy that’s makes you leave wanting to immediately buy tickets for next year!!

Who? Strive Dance Company x The Strive Band

Where? HJ Ricks Centre for the Arts

When? June 19&20

How? TICKETS!

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Dana Skully and the Tiger Sharks is an indie rock band based out of Indianapolis, Indiana. Led by singer-songwriter Dana Skully, the group is well-known within the Midwest DIY music scene for their unique blend of folk punk, emo, and dream pop. They humorously describe their distinct, melancholic sound as "dream pop punk to make your brain cry"

The band’s music deals heavily with themes of introspection, young-adult anxiety, and societal critique. You can check out their music directly on the Dana Skully Bandcamp Page or via the Dana Skully and the Tiger Sharks Spotify Artist Profile. 

• Awful House (2021 Album): Featuring tracks like "Wally and Gus," "Dennis," and "Learning to Take Up Space".
• Burn Trailer Down, I Am Not Coming Back (2019 Album).
• Bad Idols (2020 Split EP): A collaborative release alongside the band Bad Idol

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The Madam Walker Legacy Center’s 4th Annual Legacy Fest Block Party is a free community event scheduled for Saturday, June 20, 2026, from 1:00 PM to 7:00 PM. Held along the historic Indiana Avenue in Indianapolis, the party is a centerpiece of the center's two-day signature fundraiser honoring the legacy of Madam C.J. Walker and celebrating Black Music Month.

• Live Entertainment: The street comes alive with live musical performances and DJ sets.
• Food & Shopping: Attendees can enjoy various food trucks and browse wares from local business vendors.
• Family Activities: The event features a "Fun Zone" with activities suitable for all ages.
• Special Zones: Previous years have included dedicated areas such as a Health Zone, Education Zone, and a "Grown Folk's Zone

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dianapolis hosts several major Juneteenth festivals and musical events for June 2026, with the largest celebrations centered around the Indiana State Fairgrounds and the Madam Walker Legacy Center.

Major Festivals & Music Events

• 9th Annual Indy Juneteenth Celebration
  • Date/Time: Saturday, June 20, 2026, from 4:00 PM to 10:00 PM.
  • Location: Indiana State Fairgrounds.
  • Highlights: Features the return of the Indy Juneteenth Parade at 4:00 PM. Musical acts include Afrobeats @ Indy Juneteenth Festival featuring DWANI PHIRI and live performances of Dancehall, Kompa, and R&B starting at 6:00 PM. The night concludes with a large fireworks show.
• Legacy Fest 2026 (Madam Walker Legacy Center)
  • Legacy Fest Concert: Friday, June 19, 2026, inside the Historic Walker Theatre. Headlined by legendary artist Teddy Riley (architect of New Jack Swing) and GUY 2.0.
  • Legacy Fest Block Party: Saturday, June 20, 2026, from 11:00 AM to 7:00 PM. A free community event on Indiana Avenue with live performances, food, and vendors.

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Wishy is a five-piece indie rock and shoegaze band based in Indianapolis, Indiana. Formed in 2021, the group was founded by Kevin Krauter (formerly of the band Hoops) and Nina Pitchkites. Their music is a blend of 1990s-inspired alternative rock, dream-pop, and power-pop.

Music & Discography

Signed to the Winspear record label, Wishy has released several projects that have received widespread critical acclaim: 

• Triple Seven (2024): Their debut full-length album, noted for its nostalgic yet modern sound.
• Planet Popstar (2025): A six-song EP released on April 25, 2025, featuring b-sides from the Triple Seven sessions.
• Early EPs: They debuted with the EPs Mana and Paradise in 2023

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