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.
Des Moines Theatre Newsroom
The latest theatre news from Des Moines — show openings, casting announcements, reviews, and touring productions.
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.
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.
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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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Zac Brown Band Casey's Center (11/20-11/20) |
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The Legend of Rock Paper Scissors Des Moines Playhouse (5/07-5/23) |
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Les Misérables Des Moines Playhouse (4/09-5/02) |
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Mean Girls Des Moines Playhouse (7/09-7/25) |
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Wicked - only children age 5 and over with tickets will be allowed into the theater Des Moines Performing Arts Center - Civic Center (9/02-9/20) |
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Amadeus Des Moines Playhouse (6/20-6/20) |
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Broadway 2026-27 5-show Adler Theatre (6/24-6/24) |
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Blues Traveler, Gin Blossoms & Spin Doctors Lauridsen Amphitheater at Water Works Park (9/10-9/10) |