Previews: DES MOINES MARCH PREVIEW
It's hard to believe it’s already March.
Des Moines Theatre Newsroom
The latest theatre news from Des Moines — show openings, casting announcements, reviews, and touring productions.
Review: NOTHING HOLDS STILL at Ballet Des Moines
Des Moines has a thriving arts community.
Around The BroadwayWorld: Top News, Reviews, Interviews & More from February 2026
Around the BroadwayWorld is our monthly snapshot of the biggest stories making waves across the global theatre community.
Tickets For WICKED In Des Moines Go On Sale In March
WICKED will return to the Des Moines Civic Center September 2–20, with tickets going on sale March 12.
Review: THE OUTSIDERS at Des Moines Performing Arts
Watching Tony's every year, I always look forward to the performances and seeing what each show decides to showcase.
Video: THE OUTSIDERS North American Tour First Look
BroadwayWorld has a first look at the North American Tour of The Outsiders.
Voting Open For BroadwayWorld's Best Movie Musical Of All Time Bracket
Which film is really the Best Movie Musical of all time? Our editors have selected the options, and now BroadwayWorld invites YOU to join us and our readers in deciding which movie musical deserves the title of The Ultimate Best Movie Musical!
Des Moines Performing Arts to Host HARRY POTTER AND THE DEATHLY HALLOWS PART 2 Concert
As the world of Harry Potter celebrates 25 Years of Magic, the Harry Potter Film Concert Series will return to the Des Moines Civic Center with Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows – Part 2 in Concert, the final chapter in the series.
Previews: SEASON PREVIEW at CAP Theatre
It's always fun seeing what a theatre you have worked for announces for its new season.
Greg Warren Brings The Impulse Comedy Tour To Select Cities In 2026
Outback Presents has announced that comedian Greg Warren will launch The Impulse Comedy Tour in 2026, with the headlining run beginning April 10 at the Missouri Theatre in Columbia, Missouri.
Previews: SEASON PREVIEW at Iowa Stage
One of the exciting parts of the year is when theatres start announcing their new seasons.
Review: THE NAKED MAGICIANS at Des Moines Performing Arts
What did our critOne thing you know for sure going into a Temple Comedy Series show at Des Moines Performing Arts is that you are going to have a good time.
The Greatest Broadway Love Songs- Picked By 1500+ Stars!
They say that falling in love is wonderful.
Steve Martin and Martin Short Set to Perform at Civic Center
Comedy legends Steve Martin and Martin Short will grace the Civic Center stage with their acclaimed humor and camaraderie.
Daniel Sloss Unveils BITTER North American Theater Tour Dates
Internationally acclaimed and award-winning Scottish comedian, Daniel Sloss, has announced North American theater tour dates for his brand-new show, Daniel Sloss: BITTER.
Around The BroadwayWorld: Top News, Reviews, Interviews & More from January 2026
Around the BroadwayWorld is our monthly snapshot of the biggest stories making waves across the global theatre community.
Review: KIMBERLY AKIMBO at Des Moines Performing Arts
February is going to be an exciting month for Des Moines Performing Arts, as not one, but two Tony Award winners for best musical make their debut on the Civic Center stage.
Previews: February Theatre Preview in Des Moines
It's time to look ahead to another month of theatre in Des Moines.
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.
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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) |