Hump-day is almost over and I’m ready for the LONG holiday weekend… (I’m doin’ the “Humpty Dance”)

With Easter right around the corner, I’m sure all the ladies will be in the salons getting beautified for church on Sunday. Might as well show off the new “doo” to the world and make it a weekend to remember! Here’s what’s up beginning tonight. I’ll be out and about, so be sure to say hey if you see me around!

TONIGHT! Wednesday, April 8

Wear a crown to church this weekend in honor of the holiday… and you gotta go see the play, Crowns

With the production of Crowns, the Indiana Repertory Theatre (IRT) brings an inspirational musical to the Circle City – one designed to celebrate the longstanding tradition of African-American women of the south wearing hats of all styles to church. After a family tragedy, a Brooklyn teen is sent to her grandmother’s house in South Carolina. Her journey of cultural and self-discovery is timed to a church day, from morning to the evening processional, featuring a wedding, a funeral, and a baptism.

Check out this short clip of rehearsal…

Directed by Patdro Harris, Crowns is an exploration of history and identity. This incredible story of one young woman’s return to the South dramatizes her education into the ritualized world of hats as an expression of cultural identity.

What: Crowns, adapted from the book by Michael Cunningham and Craig Marberry; presented by Eli Lilly and Company

When: April 7-May 2, 2009; Preview Nights April 7-9, 2009

Opening Night Friday, April 10, 2009

Where: Indiana Repertory Theatre, Mainstage, 140 W. Washington St.

Cost: Tickets are $29-49 for adults; $19 for students and children 18 and under
For tickets and information, call the IRT ticket office 317.635.5252.

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Thursday, April 9

Vitamin Water, AND one of my favorite DJs? Who could ask for more?

Crush Entertainment Brings It Back To The Vogue with the OFFICIAL vitaminwater10 Launch Party with the Final Four DJ’s Indiana Jones, Orion, Limelight, and Action Jackson.

Live performances from The Kayo/Mayer Experience and Alpha Live. We also have a Reggae Set from Indianapolis’ #1 Selector, Danger! Make sure to RSVP on Facebook for added information.

It’s on and poppin’ at The Vogue THIS Thursday from 9 p.m. to 2:30 a.m. For more information, please visit info@crushentertainment.com

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Friday, April 10

First, a very special “Happy Birthday” shoutout to my girl, CJ, who is celebrating her birthday this weekend. It’s gonna be a par-tay, y’all! Feliz cumpleanos, CJ.

Not in the mood to party? Wanna chill? Try this… Something new for the jazz enthusiasts: The Chicago Afrobeat Project

Afrobeat combines the percussion-driven music of Africa with jazz, improv, and funk to create a dynamic, restless sound. With a lineup that ranges from nine musicians all the way up to 13 members, including dancers and percussionists, the Chicago Afrobeat Project promises to be a spectacle.

Make a date to see this act at Jazz Kitchen this Friday night. Tickets are $12. Show starts 10:30 p.m. – 1:30 a.m. For more information, call 317.253.4900 or go online to www.thejazzkitchen.com.

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Saturday, April 11

This Saturday, Indy’s one and only bachata band, Kapitulo 1 returns to El Meson. They’ll make a debut of four original bachata songs with a special guest saxophone player, Al Shikaly.

Shikaly has played with the great Tito Puente, The Temptations, Natalie Cole, just to name a few. This is one night you don’t want to miss!

DJ Jimmie Jim and DJ Phlipp will play the hottest Salsa, Merengue, Bachata, and Reggaeton from 9 p.m. to 3 a.m. $8 Cover. IntoSalsa (www.intosalsa.com) students FREE before 10 p.m., 21 and over. Classy salseros and bachateros, come dressed to impress!

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Easter, Sunday, April 12

It’s Easter Sunday… Chillax with the fam and remember the reason for the day. But when you’re done, here’s what’s up for the evening…

Psst – I hear LeBron James is coming to town…

It’s a party for the single gals! Whew – Thanks Amp Harris

Ladies get out that little black dress and party with the best… Lebron James and Mo Williams and their Cleveland Cavalier teammates.

Girls, be sure to check out 6 Ultra Lounge, downtown Indianapolis. Fellas, go where the girls are – you’ll be glad you did!

Doors open at 9 p.m., ladies free until 10:30 p.m.. The dress code is in full effect, so remember, friends don’t let friends get turned away at the door! Look out for your peeps – dress like you got some sense. =)