Previews: February Theatre Preview in Des Moines
It's time to look ahead to another month of theatre in Des Moines.
Des Moines Theatre Newsroom
The latest theatre news from Des Moines — show openings, casting announcements, reviews, and touring productions.
Theaters Cancel Performances Due to Severe Weather - Updating Live
As a powerful winter storm moves across large portions of the United States, BroadwayWorld is monitoring performance cancellations, schedule changes, and venue closures affecting Broadway, touring productions, regional theatre, and live events nationwide.
Des Moines Performing Arts To Present BOXING BANJO At The Temple Theater
Des Moines Performing Arts will welcome Irish music group Boxing Banjo to the Temple Theater for a spring performance.
Video: Watch the Next On Stage: Season 6 Finale
The big day is almost here! After months of hard work, the six finalists of BroadwayWorld's Next on Stage: Season 6 will hit the stage in New York City for the our live finale at 54 Below.
Review: SIX at Des Moines Performing Arts
Every once in a while, a show finds its own path.
Winners Announced For The 2025 BroadwayWorld Des Moines Awards
Winners have been announced for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Des Moines Awards! The 2025 Regional Awards honor regional productions, touring shows, and more which had their first performance between October 1, 2024 through September 30, 2025.
Des Moines Metro Opera Reveals 40 Apprentice Artists For 2026 Festival Season
Des Moines Metro Opera has announced the 40 singers selected for the 2026 Frank R.
Steely Dane Comes to Des Moines Performing Arts Center
Steely Dane is coming to Des Moines Performing Arts Center this month.
THE GREAT GATSBY National Tour Reveals Full Cast
Full casting has been announced for the North American Tour of THE GREAT GATSBY, a new musical.
Contest: Win Opening Night Tickets to TITANIQUE on Broadway
Enter to win two tickets to opening night on Sunday, April 12, 2026, dinner, and a merch pack from Titanique on Broadway! The prize includes opening night tickets, dinner for two, and a merch prize pack.
The Des Moines Symphony Will Perform HOPE - COPLAND & GERSHWIN in April
The Des Moines Symphony will bring a blend of American classics to the stage this spring with “Hope – Copland & Gershwin,” a Masterworks concert scheduled for April 18 and April 19, 2026, at the Des Moines Civic Center.
Previews: JANUARY THEATRE PREVIEW at Des Moines
Another year has closed, and theatre in Des Moines is getting ready to kick off the new year with several shows currently in rehearsals.
Why Community Connection Matters More Than Ever for Regional Theater
A nationwide look at regional theater marketing and community engagement, with lessons from Knoxville, Durham, Fayetteville, Nashville, Atlanta, and Branson on building awareness, loyalty, and support.
ICYMI: Meet the Next On Stage: Season 6 Finalists
Earlier this week, BroadwayWorld's Next On Stage, Broadway's biggest national competition for high school and college students, returned to reveal the Top 3 performers in both age groups.
Review: DR. SEUSS' HOW THE GRINCH STOLE CHRISTMAS at Des Moines Performing Arts
One of my favorite parts of the Holiday season is seeing classic stories brought to the stage.
Watch: Next On Stage Season 6 Finalists Revealed
Tonight's the night! Who will be the finalists of BroadwayWorld's Next On Stage? You'lll have to tune in tonight, December 19 (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 Sq
Voting Open to Pick the Top 3 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: Next On Stage: Season 5- Meet the Top 5
BroadwayWorld's Next On Stage, Broadway's biggest national competition for high school and college students, returned to reveal the Top 5 performers in both age groups.
Watch: Next On Stage's High School & College Top 5 Revealed
Who’s ready to party? It’s The Great Gatsby week, so every song comes straight from the hit Broadway musical that has audiences cheering every night at the Broadway Theatre! Now starring Jeremy Jordan, it’s the biggest party on Broadway.
Brit Floyd to Perform at the Des Moines Civic Center in 2026
BRIT FLOYD is preparing to take their award-winning laser and light show, massive circular screen, inflatables, and theatrical concert experience back on the road in 2026.
BroadwayWorld Introduces My Shows Curtain Call and New Merchandise Partnership
BroadwayWorld announced today that the My Shows platform has officially launched My Shows Curtain Call, a personalized year-end feature designed to celebrate each user's year in theatre.
Voting Open to Pick the Top 5 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: Next On Stage: Season 5- Meet the Top 10
Earlier this week, BroadwayWorld's Next On Stage, Broadway's biggest national competition for high school and college students, returned to reveal the Top 10 performers in both age groups.
Review: THE NOTEBOOK at Des Moines Performing Arts
Stories can be one of the most powerful things in the world.
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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) |