First Look at the MYSTIC PIZZA National Tour
Big League Productions is now presenting Mystic Pizza: A New Musical, the new production embarking on a national tour that began September 26, 2026 at the Clemens Center in Elmira, New York.
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Exclusive: First Look at OPERATION MINCEMEAT North American Tour
Take an exclusive first look at the North American tour cast of Operation Mincemeat! The photos feature Mariah Copeland, Katie Kleiger, Luke Antony Neville, Erin Ramirez, and Jake Bentley Young.
A DRAG QUEEN CHRISTMAS to Return for 12th Year With 39-City Tour Hosted by Nina West
The world's longest running drag tour is coming back to town with fabulous holiday cheer! “A Drag Queen Christmas” will return for its 12th year, launching a 39-city national tour.
Tom Segura to Bring PREPOSTEROUS Tour to Des Moines
Tom Segura's his new stand-up comedy tour PREPOSTEROUS will visit the Des Moines Civic Center.
THE JINKX & DELA HOLIDAY SHOW to Return for 9th Annual Tour
BenDeLaCreme and Jinkx Monsoon announced the 9th annual edition of their holiday show, which will tour 30 cities across the U.
First Look at JERSEY BOYS 20th Anniversary Tour
You can now get a first look at the Tony & Olivier Award-winning JERSEY BOYS' 20th Anniversary Touring Company.
DMPA Dance Series and National Geographic Live Speaker Series Single Tickets On Sale
Des Moines Performing Arts opened single-ticket sales for The Dance Series and National Geographic Live Speaker Series, featuring companies and speakers from AILEY II to BALLET HISPÁNICO and National Geographic experts.
Jesse Labelle Will Lead New Tour of A BEAUTIFUL NOISE
Jesse Labelle, an award-winning singer-songwriter who has toured with Elton John and Garth Brooks, will star as Neil Diamond in A BEAUTIFUL NOISE: THE NEIL DIAMOND MUSICAL's North American tour, launching November 3, 2026 in Austin, Texas.
First Look at the DEATH BECOMES HER North American Tour
Feast your eyes upon a first look at the North American tour of Death Becomes Her! See new photos of Jackie Burns (Madeline Ashton), Kristen Beth Williams (Helen Sharp), Ken Marino (Ernest Menville), and Nasia Thomas (Viola Van Horn).
First Look at Alaska Thunderf*ck in the OH, MARY! National Tour
You can now see new production photos from the national tour of OH, MARY!, written by Tony and Olivier Award winner Cole Escola and directed by Tony Award winner Sam Pinkleton, starring Alaska Thunderf*ck as Mary Todd Lincoln.
BLUEY’S BIG PLAY THE STAGE SHOW Returning to Des Moines in April 2027
Bluey, Bingo, Chilli and Bandit will return to the Des Moines Civic Center in Bluey’s Big Play The Stage Show, with tickets going on sale September 28.
John Rubinstein, Alysha Deslorieux, and More in THE NOTEBOOK North American Tour
All new production photos have been released from the second year of THE NOTEBOOK North American Tour, ahead of the tour’s opening at the Fisher Theatre in Detroit, MI.
PHANTOM OF THE OPERA Tickets on Sale for Des Moines Engagement
Tickets for Cameron Mackintosh's revitalized production of PHANTOM OF THE OPERA go on sale for a Des Moines Performing Arts engagement at the Civic Center March 3-14, 2027.
Des Moines Metro Opera Extends Michael Egel's Contract
The Des Moines Metro Opera board extended General and Artistic Director Michael Egel's contract, recognizing his leadership in expanding the company's artistic ambitions and national profile since 2013.
ALASKA THUNDERF*CK: THE REVOLUTION TOUR Kicks Off March 2027; Full Schedule Announced
Alaska 5000 announced a 55-date headlining tour visiting all 50 states, launching March 4 in Portland, Maine.
Second Year Cast Set For THE OUTSIDERS National Tour
Nolan White will lead THE OUTSIDERS national tour as Ponyboy Curtis when the second year begins September 19 in Denver, with stops including Los Angeles, Costa Mesa, Seattle and San Francisco.
Ailey II to Launch 27-City Tour Featuring World Premiere by Francesca Harper
Ailey II will tour 27 US cities from September 22, 2026, to April 11, 2027, presenting a world premiere by Francesca Harper and works by Alvin Ailey and Ronald K.
Kayla Ryan Walsh Joins MAMMA MIA! North American Tour Cast; Rob Hancock to Play 'Harry Bright'
Kayla Ryan Walsh joins the 25th Anniversary Tour of MAMMA MIA! as Rosie, while Rob Hancock moves from ensemble to Harry Bright, alongside returning principal cast members Jessica Crouch and Juliette M.
MYSTIC PIZZA Tour in Rehearsals; Full Cast Revealed
The complete cast has been announced for Mystic Pizza: A New Musical, with all new rehearsal photos also being released.
CARMEN Screening to Headline DMMO's First Opera in the Park
Des Moines Metro Opera will partner with the Water Works Park Foundation and Iowa PBS for a free outdoor screening of its Emmy Award-winning broadcast of CARMEN at Water Works Park's Lauridsen Amphitheater.
John Rubinstein and More Will Join THE NOTEBOOK North American Tour
New casting has been announced for the second year of the North American Tour of THE NOTEBOOK, including John Rubinstein, Angela Birchett, Makena Jackson, and more.
MANIA: THE ABBA TRIBUTE Sets US Tour Cast, to Open in Wichita in October
MANIA: The ABBA Tribute has announced full principal casting for its 2026/2027 US National Tour, which will open October 9, 2026, at the Orpheum Theatre in Wichita, Kansas.
CLUE Tour to Launch Los Angeles Run In September; Tour Dates Announced
The North American tour of CLUE will open its third season at the Ahmanson Theatre in Los Angeles September 8-12, 2026, before visiting Memphis, St.
BLACK PANTHER IN CONCERT to Play Des Moines Civic Center
Marvel Studios' Black Panther in Concert will screen at the Des Moines Civic Center, with a live orchestra performing Ludwig Göransson's score while the film plays.
Des Moines Performing Arts Single Tickets Now On Sale for 2026-27 Family, Concert and Comedy Series
Des Moines Performing Arts has opened single-ticket sales for its Wellmark Family Series, Prairie Meadows Live at the Temple Concert Series and Temple Comedy Series at the Des Moines Civic Center and Temple Theater.
Ballets with a Twist to Bring COCKTAIL HOUR: THE SHOW to The Bijou Theatre
The Bijou Theatre will present Ballets with a Twist's signature program Cocktail Hour: The Show, an evening of sparkling vignettes at the Bijou Theatre in Bridgeport.
Full Cast Set For MAYBE HAPPY ENDING North American Tour
Steven Huynh and Claire Kwon will reprise their Broadway roles as the MAYBE HAPPY ENDING North American tour launches in Baltimore on September 13, 2026, with over 30 additional cities to follow.
Tickets on Sale For SPAMALOT, MAYBE HAPPY ENDING, and More as Part of Willis Broadway Series
Des Moines Performing Arts will open single-ticket sales for seven productions in the Willis Broadway Series, marking the public's first chance to buy seats individually for each show.
MADE IN THE MIDWEST to Return to Reimagined Stoner Theater in Des Moines
Des Moines Performing Arts announced a new season of MADE IN THE MIDWEST, moving into the reimagined Stoner Theater with five regional acts spanning indie, soul, jazz, pop and bluegrass.
Des Moines Performing Arts to Launch New Flex Pack for WELLMARK FAMILY SERIES
Des Moines Performing Arts is launching a new Flex Package for its Wellmark Family Series, letting families choose two or more shows from a five-production lineup and save up to 10%.
DANIEL IN THE LIONS' DEN to Launch North American Tour to Georgia, Kentucky and More
Created by The Originals Live, the company's inaugural live musical production, Daniel in the Lions' Den will launch its inspiring North American tour this fall, heading to Florida, Georgia, and more.
MANNHEIM STEAMROLLER CHRISTMAS to Return to Des Moines Civic Center
Chip Davis will bring Mannheim Steamroller Christmas to the Des Moines Civic Center, marking over 40 years of the holiday concert tour.
Christina Rose Hall and Aaron Kaburick Join BEAUTY AND THE BEAST Tour
Disney's Beauty and the Beast, the first North American touring production of the musical presented by Disney in over 25 years, will celebrate its one-year anniversary, and welcome new cast members.
Full Cast Set For DIRTY DANCING: THE MUSICAL North American Tour
The full cast has been revealed for the North American Tour of Dirty Dancing: The Musical, a new stage production based on the beloved film Dirty Dancing.
ALWAYS OLIVIA Tribute Concert to Play Riverside Casino in Iowa
Singer Annie Aiello, a former 'The Voice' candidate, will front Always Olivia at Riverside Casino & Golf Resort in Iowa, performing five decades of Olivia Newton-John hits with a Chicago band.
BoDeans to Return to Des Moines Performing Arts for First Appearance in More Than 30 Years
Roots rock band BoDeans will perform at the Temple Theater in Des Moines, marking their first Des Moines Performing Arts appearance since 1993.
GREASE to Close American Gothic Performing Arts Festival's 2026 Season
American Gothic Performing Arts Festival will present GREASE as the closing production of its 2026 season at Bridge View Center Theater in Ottumwa, Iowa, with retro-inspired pre-show dining included.
HOLD ON TO YOUR BUTTS to Launch North American Tour Across 26 Venues
Hold on to Your Butts, a two-actor parody of Jurassic Park, will launch a North American Tour, visiting 26 venues across the U.
MENOPAUSE THE MUSICAL Launches 25th Anniversary North American Tour
MENOPAUSE THE MUSICAL announced a multi-city anniversary tour celebrating 25 years since its debut in a 76-seat Orlando theater.
A DRAG QUEEN CHRISTMAS to Return for 12th Year With 39-City National Tour
A DRAG QUEEN CHRISTMAS announced a 39-city U.
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Britten’s BILLY BUDD Blank Performing Arts Center (7/23-7/23) |
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Britten’s BILLY BUDD Blank Performing Arts Center (7/15-7/15) |
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Les Misérables Des Moines Playhouse (4/09-5/02) |
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Philip Glass’s ORPHÉE Blank Performing Arts Center (7/11-7/11) |
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Offenbach’s THE TALES OF HOFFMANN Blank Performing Arts Center (7/02-7/02) |
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Offenbach’s THE TALES OF HOFFMANN Blank Performing Arts Center (7/17-7/17) |
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Philip Glass’s ORPHÉE Blank Performing Arts Center (7/16-7/16) |
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Philip Glass’s ORPHÉE Blank Performing Arts Center (7/24-7/24) |
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Offenbach’s THE TALES OF HOFFMANN Blank Performing Arts Center (7/25-7/25) |
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Mean Girls Des Moines Playhouse (7/09-7/25) |
