Full Cast Set For DIRTY DANCING: THE MUSICAL North American Tour
The full cast has been revealed for the North American Tour of Dirty Dancing: The Musical, a new stage production based on the beloved film Dirty Dancing.
Des Moines Theatre Newsroom
The latest theatre news from Des Moines — show openings, casting announcements, reviews, and touring productions.
ALWAYS OLIVIA Tribute Concert to Play Riverside Casino in Iowa
Singer Annie Aiello, a former 'The Voice' candidate, will front Always Olivia at Riverside Casino & Golf Resort in Iowa, performing five decades of Olivia Newton-John hits with a Chicago band.
BroadwayWorld Unveils New Redesigned Website & On Demand TV Apps
Today marks a major milestone for BroadwayWorld.
BoDeans to Return to Des Moines Performing Arts for First Appearance in More Than 30 Years
Roots rock band BoDeans will perform at the Temple Theater in Des Moines, marking their first Des Moines Performing Arts appearance since 1993.
GREASE to Close American Gothic Performing Arts Festival's 2026 Season
American Gothic Performing Arts Festival will present GREASE as the closing production of its 2026 season at Bridge View Center Theater in Ottumwa, Iowa, with retro-inspired pre-show dining included.
HOLD ON TO YOUR BUTTS to Launch North American Tour Across 26 Venues
Hold on to Your Butts, a two-actor parody of Jurassic Park, will launch a North American Tour, visiting 26 venues across the U.
WAITRESS Will Embark on 10th Anniversary North American Tour This Fall
The Waitress musical hits the road this fall! Celebrate its 10th anniversary with a North American tour hitting 40+ cities.
MENOPAUSE THE MUSICAL Launches 25th Anniversary North American Tour
MENOPAUSE THE MUSICAL announced a multi-city anniversary tour celebrating 25 years since its debut in a 76-seat Orlando theater.
Around The BroadwayWorld: Top News, Reviews, Interviews & More from May 2026
Around the BroadwayWorld is our monthly snapshot of the biggest stories making waves across the global theatre community.
BroadwayWorld Launches Producer Fantasy Game
BroadwayWorld's new Producer Fantasy Game lets fans draft six Broadway shows and earn points from real box office grosses, awards, and weekly predictions.
A DRAG QUEEN CHRISTMAS to Return for 12th Year With 39-City National Tour
A DRAG QUEEN CHRISTMAS announced a 39-city U.
Two Iowa Students Named Triple Threats at IHSMTA Showcase
Wrigley Mancha and Peyton Haacke earned Triple Threat Awards at the Iowa High School Musical Theater Awards Showcase, earning spots representing Iowa at the National High School Musical Theatre Awards in New York City.
SONIC LIVE IN CONCERT to Launch Global Tour With US and UK Premieres
Senbla and SEGA announced Sonic Live In Concert, a new concert experience celebrating 35 years of the franchise, with US and UK premieres featuring a live orchestra, rock musicians, and vocalists performing music from across the Sonic universe.
Cast Set for FIDDLER ON THE ROOF at Revival Theatre Company
Revival Theatre Company revealed the cast for Fiddler on the Roof, with Tad Paulson as Tevye and Jacob Simon as Motel.
Review: CINDERELLA at Ballet Des Moines
What did our There is a magic that only happens when seeing a show live.
StageMag Launches Programmable PDF Editor for Digital Theater Programs
StageMag, the digital show program platform from BroadwayWorld, launched its new PDF Editor to all producers and stage managers using the service.
Hinterland Music Festival to Debut Permanent Outdoor Stage for 2026 Edition
Hinterland Music Festival is nearing completion of a permanent outdoor stage at its St.
THE NOTEBOOK North American Tour Adds 26 Cities to 2026-27 Route
The North American Tour of THE NOTEBOOK announced 26 new cities for its upcoming season, including stops in Atlanta, Boston, Dallas, and Houston, after welcoming over 500,000 patrons since its launch.
Des Moines Performing Arts Launches HY-VEE SUMMER ARTS SERIES With Free Park Performances
Des Moines Performing Arts announced the Hy-Vee Summer Arts Series, bringing free, family-friendly performances to parks across the metro, including circus, interactive theatre, and dance events.
SOMETHING WONDERFUL: RODGERS AND HAMMERSTEIN AT THE MANSION Announced By Opera Saratoga
Opera Saratoga opens its 2026 season with concerts featuring the 2026 Festival Artists, accompanied by Opera Saratoga’s music staff, led by acclaimed pianist and coach Adam Nielsen, who joined the company in December 2025.
Review: SUFFS at Des Moines Performing Arts
In a time on Broadway where so many shows are based on familiar IP, it's refreshing to have a new story come to the stage.
OPERATION MINCEMEAT Reveals 2026-27 Tour Dates and Cities
The Tony and Olivier Award-winning OPERATION MINCEMEAT announced a full North American tour route spanning over 25 cities, including Chicago, Los Angeles, and Washington, DC, as the Broadway production hits 500 performances.
MY ÁNTONIA World Premiere Cast Unveiled
Theater Latté Da has announced casting and ticket on-sale for the world premiere of MY ÁNTONIA.
Photos: THE DROWSY CHAPERONE Opens Friday At City Circle Theatre Company
City Circle Theatre Company will present THE DROWSY CHAPERONE at the Coralville Center for the Performing Arts.
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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) |