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Author Archives: Mesgana Waiss
Alma mater: Ball State University
As Mirror Indy’s arts and culture reporter, I write stories and create reels highlighting the innovative and creative projects, performances and events that residents, artists, and organizations are bringing to life across Indianapolis.
I want to champion and affirm the essence of humanity. For two summers, I was an Indianapolis Press Club Foundation fellow, interning at Indiana Landmarks and the Indianapolis Recorder, where I focused on community stories that highlight and celebrate local voices and Black heritage.
Beyond bylines and storytelling, I love to watch playoff basketball, consume fashion content and nurture my knowledge of music history.
I joined Mirror Indy to help restore trust and integrity in journalism and address the local news desert crisis.
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Local authors can apply to sell their books at this Proof: A Midwest Lit Fest event
Indianapolis Public Library and Indiana Humanities are hosting a local author fair Oct. 3.
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Alicia Keys and Swizz Beatz art exhibition to stop at Newfields
“Giants,” which opens Sept. 19, features artworks from celebrated Black contemporary artists — plus, the couple’s piano and drum machine.
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These wrestlers want kids to build a strong love for reading
Families can attend a free storytime and grab tickets to a WrestleARTS show July 25.
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10 ways your Indy arts experience is going to change
The HI-FI, Children’s Museum, The Cabaret and others have big plans to grow, thanks to a state grant program.
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Local queer horror film ‘Jodi’ to premiere at Tibbs Drive-In
The film was shot at The Vogue, Black Circle and in the Little Flower neighborhood.
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Vintage game consoles, games and movies reign supreme at this southside store
OldSchool Outpost is a part of a resurgence of Gen Z and millennials’ return to physical media.
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‘Naptown Narratives’ series hits Tubi
The documentary shows highlight Black artists and business owners in Indianapolis.
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Indy’s first Black equity theater company closes after four years
LaKesha Lorene, CEO and founder of Naptown African American Theatre Collective, said the organization needed more funding support.
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Take a trip to Mexico while in Indianapolis
Folklore Mexicano Festival will feature a mariachi band, traditional Mexican folklore dancing and shop with Latino vendors and artists.
