BWW Review: WOZZECK at Des Moines Metro Opera: A Thought Provoking Work of Art
Every so often, a production comes around that leaves you pondering about the show when it is done.
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BWW Review: CANDIDE at Des Moines Metro Opera: A Beautiful Kaleidoscope That Makes the Best of all Possible Shows
Some people think everything happens in life for a reason.
BWW Review: LA BOHEME at Des Moines Metro Opera: A Breathtaking, Beautiful and Tragic Production
In 2002, I was indirectly introduced to La Boheme.
BWW Review: THE PLAY THAT GOES WRONG at Des Moines Performing Arts, An Evening of Theatre That Goes Right!
If you are coming to read a review of The Cornley University Drama Society production for The Murder at Haversham Manor,' this is the wrong review.
BWW Review: MACBETH at Iowa Stage: The Joy of Seeing Shakespeare Performed Outside
Having Shakespeare done outside is something that is not new to Des Moines and the surrounding area.
BWW Review: THE DIARY OF ANNE FRANK at Ankeny Community Theatre: A Diary That We Must Never Forget
As we remember the 75th anniversary of D-day, it is important to remember why D-Day was so important.
BWW Review: HOW I LEARNED WHAT I LEARNED at Pyramid Theatre: An Evening of Reflection
Have you ever taken the time to look back at the people who have influenced your life? What has those influences taught us? They teach us what to do and what not to do.
BWW Review: STAR WARS: A NEW HOPE: IN CONCERT at Des Moines Symphony: A Galaxy Far, Far Away comes to Iowa!
Over the last few years, the Des Moines Symphony has done an amazing job of starting and growing a pops series.
BWW Review: TOO HEAVY FOR YOUR POCKET at Pyramid Theatre: Looking Towards a Better Future
As the theatre season starts coming to an end, I find myself reflecting on the amazing stories I have been able to see told on stage and the amazing theatre companies that are telling these stories.
BWW Review: IOWA HIGH SCHOOL MUSICAL THEATRE AWARDS at Des Moines Performing Arts: Theatre Inspires!
Coming into downtown Des Moines on June 3, I saw a parade of students in black heading towards the heart of downtown.
BWW Review: SILENT SKY at Des Moines Playhouse: Keep Looking Up
Growing up, I was fascinated with space.
BWW Review: SEASON FINALE: WEST SIDE STORY at Des Moines Symphony: A Beautiful Evening of Storytelling
The season finale for the Des Moines Symphony is always a bittersweet concert.
BWW Review: Brian Stokes Mitchell and Megan Hilty in Concert at Des Moines Symphony: A Night I Will Always Remember
Over the last 5 years, Des Moines Symphony and Des Moines Performing Arts have come together to present a concert with one of Broadway's brightest stars.
BWW Review: DISGRACED at Iowa Stage: Theatre at It's Best
When Iowa Stage puts on a production, you can expect a few things going into the show, a strong production with some of the best actors in Des Moines, and a show that challenge the way you may think.
BWW Review: THE FRIENDLY HOUR at Theatre Midwest: A Theatre Is Born
As I start my 5th month of reviewing Des Moines Theatre, I can't help but think about how each theatre brings its own unique voice to Des Moines and the surrounding areas.
BWW Review: THE SECOND CITY: IT'S NOT YOU, IT'S ME at Des Moines Performing Arts: An Evening Full of Laughter
The Second City is a premiere improv troupe from Chicago, and they are back in Des Moines for an all-new show.
BWW Review: SCHOOL OF ROCK at DES MOINES PERFORMING ARTS: Gold Stars All Around
Another school year may be coming to an end, but school is just starting at Des Moines Performing Arts as “School of Rock: The Musical” opened up April 30 for a limited 1 week engagement as part of the Willis Broadway Series.
BWW Review: PROOF at Ankeny Community Theatre: Risks Reeps Rewards
Risk is something that is important for theatre.
BWW Review: SIMON SINGS PORGY AND BESS at Des Moines Symphony: A Jubilant Evening of Beautiful Music
It is always a jubilant evening when I get to see the Des Moines Symphony, and their most recent concert was no different.
BWW Review: ELLA ENCHANTED at Kate Goldman Children's Theatre-Des Moines Playhouse: An Enchanting Evening for Children of All Ages
Are you looking for an enchanting evening out with your family? Look no farther than the Kate Goldman's Theatre production of 'Ella Enchanted.
BWW Review: TREASURE ISLAND at Des Moines Young Artist Theatre: No Longer Just an Adventure for Boys
One of the things I love about theatre is how it asks us to look at societal norms and challenge them.
BWW Review: CLOSER at Open Door Rep: An Intimate Show in an Intimate Location
If your theatre doesn't have a home base, it can be difficult to find places to perform your shows.
BWW Review: HELLO, DOLLY! at Des Moines Performing Arts: Back in Iowa, Where it Belongs!
Hello Des Moines! It's time to put on your Sunday clothes because Hello, Dolly!' is here for one week only at the Civic Center as part of the Des Moines Performing Arts and Willis Broadway Series.
BWW Review: KISS ME, KATE at Ankeny Community Theatre: This Production is 'Too Darn Hot'!
Over the weekend, I had the opportunity to see Ankeny Community Theatre's sizzling production of Cole Porter's "Kiss Me, Kate.
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Offenbach’s THE TALES OF HOFFMANN Blank Performing Arts Center (7/17-7/17) |
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Offenbach’s THE TALES OF HOFFMANN Blank Performing Arts Center (7/02-7/02) |
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Morris Micklewhite and the Tangerine Dress Des Moines Playhouse (1/08-1/24) |
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The Legend of Rock Paper Scissors Des Moines Playhouse (5/07-5/23) |
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Amadeus Des Moines Playhouse (6/20-6/20) |
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Britten’s BILLY BUDD Blank Performing Arts Center (7/20-7/20) |
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Offenbach’s THE TALES OF HOFFMANN Blank Performing Arts Center (7/22-7/22) |
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Junie B Jones in Boo… and I Mean It Des Moines Playhouse (11/07-11/29) |
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Mean Girls Des Moines Playhouse (7/09-7/25) |
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Britten’s BILLY BUDD Blank Performing Arts Center (7/10-7/10) |
