For generations of Indianapolis men and women, the words “Indiana Roof” evoke memories of rustling prom dress, swinging dance bands and romantic waltzes under twinkling Spanish skies.

Dancers left reality behind when they climbed the stairs to the ballroom atop the Indiana Theatre in the 1930s. As wispy clouds drifted across the domed ceiling, they could forget about the Depression and the faltering businesses on the streets below.

Teenagers swooned over singing star Julius LaRosa in concert and danced the night away at their senior proms in the ‘50s.

In keeping with the Roof’s original purpose, we have kept the tradition of big bands and dancing alive by featuring several events a year:

All dances are on scheduled Sundays, from 5:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. (Doors open at 4:00 p.m.) Tickets $14.00 each. Group discounts are available on the promenade when 10 or more tickets are purchased in advance. A cash bar will be provided. NO outside food or beverages allowed. Attire is Business to Formal. Table number reserves seating, so advance ticket purchases are recommended.

2010 Ticket Purchase Procedures

1. Tickets can be purchased using cash, check, money order, or credit card.
2. All tickets are purchased on a first come basis.
3. Ticket prices are $14.00 each for individual seats and full tables of (10) ten on the ballroom floor.
4. Group discount prices of $13.00 per person are available when purchasing ten or more tickets on the promenade. Single Promenade tickets are $14.00 each for individual seats.
5. To receive a group discount, all tickets MUST be purchased in advance.
6. Tickets can be placed on “Will Call” but all tickets must be paid in advance.  
7. All Sales are final and non-refundable whether purchased by phone or at the door.