Jeff Chelesvig Will Depart Des Moines Performing Arts
The board of directors of Des Moines Performing Arts (DMPA) has announced the planned retirement of Jeff Chelesvig, president and chief executive officer of the organization since 1995.
Des Moines Theatre Newsroom
The latest theatre news from Des Moines — show openings, casting announcements, reviews, and touring productions.
Vote For The 2nd Annual Ultimate Best Musical Broadway Bracket
Which musical is really the Best Musical of all time? Last year, our readers picked Les Miz as the ultimate Tony Award-winning Best Musical of all time.
THE MYSTERY OF EDWIN DROOD Comes to City Circle Theatre Company in May
The Mystery of Edwin Drood is coming to City Circle Theatre Company in May.
Kruz Maldonado Will Take Over Title Role in PETER PAN Tour
Kruz Maldonado will join the cast of the national tour of the all-new production of PETER PAN, as the tour continues into its second year.
What Is the Greatest Broadway Love Song? 1500+ Stars Decide!
BroadwayWorld continues our great tradition of finding that consensus- and this year we have more answers than ever! We've gathered responses from over 1500 performers, composers, industry professionals, and entertainment personalities from all over the world.
Video: First Look At PARADE National Tour Starring Max Chernin, Talia Suskauer and More
Check out first look video of the new touring production of Michael Arden's Tony Award-winning Broadway revival of Parade, now on tour across the United States.
Review: SHUCKED at Des Moines Performing Arts
It's a rare sight to see a giant inflatable ear of corn in the lobby of Des Moines Performing Arts, or to be offered a show-themed drink.
City Circle Theatre Company Presents Andrew Lippa's THE WILD PARTY: In Concert
City Circle Theatre Company will present Andrew Lippa's WILD PARTY: In Concert at the Coralville Center for the Performing Arts February 7–9 & 14–16, 2025.
BILLY THE GOAT Comes to Des Moines Playhouse in February
Billy the Goat is headed to Des Moines Playhouse next month.
THE GULL Comes to Des Moines Playhouse
TheatreMidwest will present The Gull: A Tragicomedy for One, After Chekhov, riffing on Anton Chekhov’s classic “show about nothing,” Learn more about the show here!
Exclusive: First Look at PARADE National Tour
BroadwayWorld has an exclusive first look at photos from the touring production of the recent Broadway revival of Parade is now on tour across the United States.
MEN ON BOATS Comes to Des Moines Playhouse in February
Men on Boats is coming to Des Moines Playhouse next month.
Video: Watch the Finale of Next On Stage: Season 5
Tune in for the live finale to find out who will be crowned the winners of BroadwayWorld's Next on Stage, sponsored by AMDA.
Winners Announced For The 2024 BroadwayWorld Des Moines Awards
Winners have been announced for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Des Moines Awards! The 2024 Regional Awards honor regional productions, touring shows, and more which had their first performance between October 1, 2023 through September 30, 2024.
Lucas Hallauer Joins BACK TO THE FUTURE North American Tour as Marty McFly
Lucas Hallauer will assume the role of Marty McFly in the North American Tour of BACK TO THE FUTURE: The Musical in Denver, CO.
Dana Cimone, Alan Mingo Jr., and More Will Lead National Tour of THE WIZ
Following its run on Broadway, casting has been announced for the touring production of the Tony Award-winning hit musical THE WIZ.
THE MITTEN Comes to Des Moines Playhouse
The Mitten comes to Des Moines Playhouse this month.
KNUFFLE BUNNY: A CAUTIONARY MUSICAL Comes to Des Moines Playhouse in 025
Knuffle Bunny: A Cautionary Musical is coming to Des Moines Playhouse in 2025.
DIARY OF A WIMPY KID Comes to Des Moines Playhouse
Diary of a Wimpy Kid is coming to Des Moines Playhouse next month.
WICKED North American Tour Celebrates 6000th Performance
The North American Tour of WICKED played its 6,000th performance on Sunday, December 22nd at 1pm.
ICYMI: Next On Stage: Season 5- Meet the Top 3
Earlier this week, BroadwayWorld's Next On Stage, Broadway's biggest national competition for high school and college students, returned with to reveal the Top 3 performers in both age groups.
Bill Murray Teams Up With Blood Brothers and Jimmy Vivino For 2025 Tour
The legendary Bill Murray is teaming up with Gulf Coast Records artists Mike Zito and Albert Castiglia (aka “Blood Brothers”) to perform a series of shows in the first few months of 2025.
Find Out Who Makes the Next On Stage Top 3
BroadwayWorld's Next On Stage, Broadway's biggest national competition for high school and college students, will air new episodes on Friday, December 20.
MEN ON BOATS Comes to Des Moines Playhouse in 2025
Men on Boats is coming to Des Moines Playhouse next year.
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Mamma Mia! Civic Center Of Greater Des Moines (5/04-5/09) |
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Broadway At The Adler 2026-27 Season Adler Theatre (1/28-1/28) |
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Finding Nemo Jr Des Moines Playhouse (8/13-8/16) |
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Mean Girls Des Moines Playhouse (7/09-7/25) |
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Les Misérables Des Moines Playhouse (4/09-5/02) |
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The Lifespan of a Fact Des Moines Playhouse (2/05-2/28) |
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Annie Des Moines Playhouse (12/04-12/27) |
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Blues Traveler, Gin Blossoms & Spin Doctors Lauridsen Amphitheater at Water Works Park (9/10-9/10) |
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Broadway 2026-27 5-show Adler Theatre (6/24-6/24) |
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Morris Micklewhite and the Tangerine Dress Des Moines Playhouse (1/08-1/24) |