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One of the great things about the Des Moines Performing Arts Broadway series is that it not only introduces us to new productions in their season, but there are also a few shows you can purchase as an add-on that have stood the test of time.
When Des Moines Performing Arts announces its new season, there is always a show or two I can't help but get excited about.
After a cold start to the year, the fever to be able to vacation is already starting to set in.
It’s been almost 40 years since the last time “The Wiz” was on Broadway, and the show is currently starting to “Ease on Down the Road” and going on a pre-Broadway national tour.
All you gotta do is say his name three times, and he will appear on the Civic Center stage.
Dear Broadwayworld Reader.
What did our Some artists are remembered for being one-hit wonders, while others are known for producing hit after hit.
Every once and a while, when a new season is announced, I find a show in the lineup that I can help but anticipate seeing.
In 1957 after a 91-performance Off-Broadway run, a Broadway transfer was planned for Alice Childress' 'Trouble in Mind.
September 14, 2021, is a day I will never forget.
Everybody say yeah! It's that time of year when multiple productions start opening after spending the colder winter months inside.
In March 0f 2020, Des Moines Performing Arts announced it was bringing the musical '1776' as part of its 2020/2021 Broadway Series.
What did our critic think of RUHave you heard what's going on in Indianola? Not only has Carousel announced their new season, more on that at the end of this review, but they opened their latest production to a sold-out audience on March 10.
Our words are powerful; they can tear people down and quickly build people up.
In 2017, a show opened in London.
In 2019 I attended my first two Pyramid Theatre shows.
Everyone has a playlist.
One of everyone's favorite stories is coming to the stage at the Des Moines Playhouse to remind us that 'Impossible things are happening every day.
What did our critic think ofIn 2006, I was introduced to a charming musical when I had the opportunity to be in a production at the college I attended.
In 2012 a little musical that could started its trek to Broadway.
As the holiday season gets closer, theatres start bringing some of our favorite stories to the stage.
Things are not always as they appear.
In just a few weeks, Netflix will have people streaming the newest season of 'The Crown.
One of the things I've grown to appreciate about Des Moines Performing Arts is their willingness to bring revivals as part of the Willis Broadway Series.
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Wicked Civic Center Of Greater Des Moines (9/02-9/20) |
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Fast and Hilarious Comedy Jam Adler Theatre (7/25-7/25) |
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Morris Micklewhite and the Tangerine Dress Des Moines Playhouse (1/08-1/24) |
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Momentum Hoff Family Arts and Culture Center (10/17-10/17) |
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Of Mice and Men Blank Performing Arts Center (6/27-7/18) |
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Junie B Jones in Boo… and I Mean It Des Moines Playhouse (11/07-11/29) |
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Finding Nemo Jr Des Moines Playhouse (8/13-8/16) |
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King Roger Blank Performing Arts Center (7/04-7/17) |
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Tyler Childers Casey's Center (7/15-7/15) |
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The Lifespan of a Fact Des Moines Playhouse (2/05-2/28) |
