Hedwig and the Angry Inch - Presented by Cryptid Entertainment

Date and Time

Fri, May 15, 2026 - Sun, May 31, 2026 7:30pm - 9pm

Location

IF Theatre 719 E. St Clair Street Indianapolis, IN 46203

Details

In a powerhouse one-night-only concert, Hedwig takes to the stage to smash the fourth wall and rock the house. Hedwig, an East German rock ’n’ roll goddess, happens to be the victim of a botched sex-change operation, which has left her with an “angry inch.” Hedwig (née Hansel) explains her story in the form of a rock gig/stand-up comedy routine, backed by a hard-rocking band called “The Angry Inch.” Through songs and monologues, Hedwig tells her story, which began in the former East Berlin, to a Kansas trailer park, and right to the Indianapolis stage. Through head-banging anthems and heartfelt rock ballads, Hedwig describes her life’s search for “The Origin of Love” and a reunion with her other half. It’s a rocking ride – funny, touching, and ultimately inspiring to anyone who feels life gave them an inch when they deserved a mile.

Content Advisory: Flashing lights and haze effects, discussion of sexual violence, depictions of body hatred, adult language. This production is recommended for audiences 17+

DIRECTOR: Marina Turner
PRODUCERS: Dakota Jones & Tony Schaab
VOCAL & MUSIC DIRECTOR: Jill Stewart
ANIMATIONS: Dakota Jones & Kenji Kenner
SET DESIGN: Dakota Lumley

HEDWIG: Ilana a la Mode/Job Willman
YITZHAK: Jess Hackenberg
THE ANGRY INCH:
DRUMS: Kristen Cutler
GUITAR: Joy Mills
BASS: Chris Ritchie
KEYBORD/CONDUCTOR: Jill Stewart

About Cryptid Entertainment:
Cryptid Entertainment is Indiana's premiere schlock theatre company. Ranging from original works to cult classic shows, Cryptid maintains a fun and zany atmosphere for every show they do. Recently, Cryptid has a completed 'Reefer Madness: The Musical', a sold-out run of the slash-tastic 'EVIL DEAD: The Musical', and the ever popular 'Bat Boy: The Musical'. Specializing in laughs, gags, and being weird, Cryptid is the perfect date night, wedding planner, child's birthday party, and funeral hosts to make the most out of your day.