The latest theatre news from Des Moines — show openings, casting announcements, reviews, and touring productions.
In this June 2026 edition, we're bringing you a fresh batch of standout reviews from stages across the country and beyond - from the world premiere of Gloria and Emily Estefan's Basura at Atlanta's Alliance Theatre to the riotous new comedy Iceboy!, starring Megan Mullally and Nick Offerman, at Chic
Des Moines Metro Opera (DMMO)’s Linda Koehn General and Artistic Director, Michael Egel, has announced the repertory for the company’s 2027 Festival Season.
As America celebrates is 250th birthday, 'Of Mice and Men' celebrates it and the 100th birthday of Carlise Floyd by revisiting this timeless story through a new lense.
Summer has officially started with Des Moine Metro Opera's phenomenal production of 'Tosca.
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.
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.
Today marks a major milestone for BroadwayWorld.
Roots rock band BoDeans will perform at the Temple Theater in Des Moines, marking their first Des Moines Performing Arts appearance since 1993.
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, a two-actor parody of Jurassic Park, will launch a North American Tour, visiting 26 venues across the U.
The Waitress musical hits the road this fall! Celebrate its 10th anniversary with a North American tour hitting 40+ cities.
MENOPAUSE THE MUSICAL announced a multi-city anniversary tour celebrating 25 years since its debut in a 76-seat Orlando theater.
Around the BroadwayWorld is our monthly snapshot of the biggest stories making waves across the global theatre community.
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 announced a 39-city U.
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.
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.
Revival Theatre Company revealed the cast for Fiddler on the Roof, with Tad Paulson as Tevye and Jacob Simon as Motel.
What did our There is a magic that only happens when seeing a show live.
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 is nearing completion of a permanent outdoor stage at its St.
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 announced the Hy-Vee Summer Arts Series, bringing free, family-friendly performances to parks across the metro, including circus, interactive theatre, and dance events.
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.
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The Lifespan of a Fact Des Moines Playhouse (2/05-2/28) |
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Broadway At The Adler 2026-27 Season Adler Theatre (1/28-1/28) |
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The Legend of Rock Paper Scissors Des Moines Playhouse (5/07-5/23) |
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Anne of Green Gables: A New Musical Des Moines Playhouse (3/05-3/14) |
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Wicked Civic Center Of Greater Des Moines (9/02-9/20) |
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Morris Micklewhite and the Tangerine Dress Des Moines Playhouse (1/08-1/24) |
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Amadeus Des Moines Playhouse (6/20-6/20) |
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Finding Nemo Jr Des Moines Playhouse (8/13-8/16) |
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Mean Girls North Scott Performing Arts Auditorium (7/24-8/02) |
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Blues Traveler, Gin Blossoms & Spin Doctors Lauridsen Amphitheater at Water Works Park (9/10-9/10) |
