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The latest theatre news from Des Moines — show openings, casting announcements, reviews, and touring productions.
Watch: Next On Stage's High School & College Top 10 Revealed
Who will make the Top 10 of BroadwayWorld's Next On Stage? You'lll have to tune in tonight, December 5 (High School: 7pm ET, College: 9pm ET), to find out! This season is presented by AMDA & Atlantic Acting School and sponsored by MTI, 54 Below, and Westin New York at Times Square.
City Circle Theatre Company Will Present IRVING BERLIN’S WHITE CHRISTMAS
City Circle Theatre Company will present IRVING BERLIN’S WHITE CHRISTMAS at the Coralville Center for the Performing Arts.
Jake David Smith and Senzel Ahmady Will Lead North American Tour of THE GREAT GATSBY
The North American Tour of THE GREAT GATSBY will star stage veterans Jake David Smith as Jay Gatsby and Senzel Ahmady as Daisy Buchanan.
How To Support Over 200 Non-Profit Theatres on Giving Tuesday
BroadwayWorld is sharing our Giving Tuesday Regional Theatre Database, a resource to connect theater lovers with nonprofit theaters nationwide, for the second year in a row.
SIX Comes to Des Moines Civic Center in January
The touring Broadway show Six the Musical will arrive at Des Moines Civic Center for a new engagement next year.
Voting Open to Pick the Top 10 of Next On Stage: Season 6
Voting is now open for BroadwayWorld's Next On Stage, Broadway's biggest national competition for high school and college students.
Review: LES MISERABLES at Des Moines Performing Arts
An epic musical is taking the stage this week as Des Moines Performing Arts gets ready for an epic change of its own.
ICYMI: Next On Stage: Season 5- Meet the Top 15
BroadwayWorld's Next On Stage, Broadway's biggest national competition for high school and college students, returned to reveal the Top 15 performers in both age groups.
Watch: Next On Stage's High School & College Top 15 Revealed
Who will make the Top 15 of BroadwayWorld's Next On Stage? You'lll have to tune in tonight, November 21 (High School: 7pm ET, College: 9pm ET), to find out!
Voting Open for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Des Moines Awards
Voting is now open for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Des Moines Awards.
Voting Open to Pick the Top 15 of Next On Stage: Season 6
Voting is now open for BroadwayWorld's Next On Stage, Broadway's biggest national competition for high school and college students.
ICYMI: Watch the Next On Stage: Season 6 Premiere
Earlier this week, BroadwayWorld's Next On Stage, Broadway's biggest national competition for high school and college students, returned with its first live shows, revealing the Top 30 performers in both age groups.
Watch the Premiere of Next On Stage: Season 6
Who has made the Top 30 of BroadwayWorld's Next On Stage? Tune in to the episode here to find out!
Des Moines Performing Arts Names Monica Holt As Next President & CEO
Des Moines Performing Arts (DMPA) has announced Monica Holt, a nationally recognized arts leader and former Senior Vice President of Artistic Planning at The John F.
BOOP! THE MUSICAL North American Tour Will Open in Rochester in Fall 2026
BOOP! The Musical will embark on a North American Tour, opening for its 50-week run in Rochester, NY at the West Herr Auditorium Theatre.
Just One Week Left to Vote for BroadwayWorld's Next On Stage Season 6
Election Day may be over, but voting is still open for the first round of BroadwayWorld's Next On Stage! Each week, contestants will be voted on by the general public and judged by an all-star panel of judges.
Des Moines Performing Arts to Present Queen Singalong at The Temple Theater
Des Moines Performing Arts has revealed a new engagement headed to the Temple Theater.
The Met: Live in HD's LA BOHEME to Screen at Varsity Cinema
Des Moines Metro Opera and the Des Moines Film are partnering to bring The Met: Live in HD series to the historic Varsity Cinema beginning with Puccini's La Bohème.
Des Moines Performing Arts Joins Iowa Adventure Pass
Des Moines Performing Arts (DMPA) has announced its partnership with the Iowa Adventure Pass program for the 2025-26 season, making live theater more accessible to families across the state.
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BLUE VIOLIN CANDLELIGHT CHRISTMAS EXTRAVAGANZA Returns To Coralville Center For The Performing Arts
Blue Violin’s Candlelight Christmas Extravaganza returns December 23 at the Coralville Center for the Performing Arts.
Last Chance To Submit For The 2025 BroadwayWorld Des Moines Awards
This is your last chance to submit for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Des Moines Awards! The 2025 Regional Awards honor productions which had their first performance between October 1, 2024 through September 30, 2025.
Jerry Seinfeld to Perform at The Des Moines Civic Center in March
Jerry Seinfeld will perform on the Des Moines Civic Center stage this winter! Tickets go on sale to the general public on Friday, October 31, 2025, at 10 am.
Voting Now Open for BroadwayWorld's Next On Stage Season 6
Voting is now open for BroadwayWorld's Next On Stage, Broadway's biggest national competition for high school and college students.
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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) |