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DM Playhouse Sets 2016-17 Season

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The Des Moines Community Playhouse has the most romantic, rocking, decadent, side-splitting season ever. The theatre's 98th season includes four musicals, plus drama, comedy, and family shows. Be part of the excitement as the titles are revealed at the 2016-17 Season Announcement Party, 5:30-6:30 PM, Monday, Feb. 29.

The festivities begin at 5:30 PM with a social hour featuring light hors d'oeuvres, beverages, and live music from Francine Griffith. The official announcement of the season line-up by Playhouse executive director, John Viars, takes place at 6:15 PM. RSVPs are requested by Feb. 25 to 515-974-5358.

The Playhouse is one of the oldest and largest community theatres in the US. Located at the 42nd Street exit of I-235, the theatre has presented a full season of shows since 1919 and also offers a wide variety of educational experiences including classes for ages 4 to adult, theatre trips to New York, and volunteer opportunities onstage and backstage.

Playhouse season tickets go on sale Mar. 15 online at dmplayhouse.com and at the Playhouse ticket office.

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Best Long-Running Broadway Show - Top 3
1. Hadestown
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2. Hamilton
16.5% of votes
3. Wicked
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