The latest theatre news from Des Moines — show openings, casting announcements, reviews, and touring productions.
Ballets with a Twist, in collaboration with the B-Twist Orchestra, will present HOT TODDY, a new dance and music film, showcasing a unique blend of choreography and live music.
In honor of the official opening of the North American tour, producers have released production photos of BEETLEJUICE, the Broadway musical comedy based on Tim Burton’s film.
Voting is now open for the second round of BroadwayWorld's Annual 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 B
This last season, a new theatre company emerged and made audiences 'squeamish' wih their first production.
The Psychology of Serial Killers invites audiences beyond the headlines and into the behavioral, developmental, and psychological pathways that can precede serial homicide.
The Emmy-nominated writer, stand-up comedian, and The Daily Show rotating host and correspondent will be embarking on Josh Johnson'S COMEDY BAND CAMP as his next tour, a one-of-a-kind stand up and live music experience that brings together all the community of being in one big band and all the nosta
It's hard to believe it’s already March.
Des Moines has a thriving arts community.
Around the BroadwayWorld is our monthly snapshot of the biggest stories making waves across the global theatre community.
WICKED will return to the Des Moines Civic Center September 2–20, with tickets going on sale March 12.
Watching Tony's every year, I always look forward to the performances and seeing what each show decides to showcase.
BroadwayWorld has a first look at the North American Tour of The Outsiders.
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!
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.
It's always fun seeing what a theatre you have worked for announces for its new season.
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.
One of the exciting parts of the year is when theatres start announcing their new seasons.
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.
They say that falling in love is wonderful.
Comedy legends Steve Martin and Martin Short will grace the Civic Center stage with their acclaimed humor and camaraderie.
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 is our monthly snapshot of the biggest stories making waves across the global theatre community.
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.
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Broadway At The Adler 2026-27 Season Adler Theatre (1/28-1/28) |
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The Lifespan of a Fact Des Moines Playhouse (2/05-2/28) |
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Mamma Mia! Civic Center Of Greater Des Moines (5/04-5/09) |
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Mean Girls North Scott Performing Arts Auditorium (7/24-8/02) |
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Anne of Green Gables: A New Musical Des Moines Playhouse (3/05-3/14) |
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Blues Traveler, Gin Blossoms & Spin Doctors Lauridsen Amphitheater at Water Works Park (9/10-9/10) |
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Junie B Jones in Boo… and I Mean It Des Moines Playhouse (11/07-11/29) |
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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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Wicked Civic Center Of Greater Des Moines (9/02-9/20) |
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Amadeus Des Moines Playhouse (6/20-6/20) |
