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SPELLING BEE to Open This Friday at City Circle Theatre Company

SPELLING BEE to Open This Friday at City Circle Theatre Company

by BWW News Desk — June 21, 2021
City Circle Theatre Company is back on stage for live performances June 25–27 with the wickedly funny musical “The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee.
Photo Flash: THE BRIDGES OF MADISON COUNTY in Concert from Tallgrass Theatre Company

Photo Flash: THE BRIDGES OF MADISON COUNTY in Concert from Tallgrass Theatre Company

by BWW News Desk — June 18, 2021
On Friday, June 25 and Saturday, June 26, 2021, Tallgrass Theatre Company will present the Tony Award-winning musical The Bridges of Madison County in concert.
Outdoor Production of THE BRIDGES OF MADISON COUNTY to be Presented by Tallgrass Thea

Outdoor Production of THE BRIDGES OF MADISON COUNTY to be Presented by Tallgrass Theatre Company

by BWW News Desk — June 18, 2021
On Friday, June 25 and Saturday, June 26, 2021, Tallgrass Theatre Company will present the Tony Award-winning musical The Bridges of Madison County in concert.
ON THE EXHALE Examines Gun Violence in America at Iowa Stage Theatre Company

ON THE EXHALE Examines Gun Violence in America at Iowa Stage Theatre Company

by BWW News Desk — June 13, 2021
When a senseless act of violence changes her life forever, a liberal college professor finds herself inexplicably drawn to the very weapon used to perpetrate the crime—and to the irresistible feeling of power that comes from holding life and death in her hands.
BWW Review: A LOVE OFFERING at Des Moines Playhouse And Pyramid Theatre Company

BWW Review: A LOVE OFFERING at Des Moines Playhouse And Pyramid Theatre Company

by DC Felton — June 12, 2021
On March 14, when I was sitting at Des Moines Playhouse watching their production of 'Singin' in the Rain,' I had no idea what was about to come.
City Circle Returns To Live Performances With THE 25TH ANNUAL PUTNAM COUNTY SPELLING

City Circle Returns To Live Performances With THE 25TH ANNUAL PUTNAM COUNTY SPELLING BEE

by BWW News Desk — June 11, 2021
City Circle Theatre Company is back on stage for live performances June 25–27 with the wickedly funny musical “The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee.
Orpheum Theatre Announces Broadway Lineup - CATS, WAITRESS, SOUTH PACIFIC, and More!

Orpheum Theatre Announces Broadway Lineup - CATS, WAITRESS, SOUTH PACIFIC, and More!

by BWW News Desk — June 10, 2021
The season lineup includes Cats, The Simon & Garfunkel Story, Mannheim Steamroller, Disney Princess - The Concert, South Pacific, Waitress, and Riverdance.
Des Moines Metro Opera Receives $1 Million Gift from Frank R. Brownell III

Des Moines Metro Opera Receives $1 Million Gift from Frank R. Brownell III

by BWW News Desk — June 1, 2021
Des Moines Metro Opera (DMMO) today announced a $1 million leadership gift commitment from long-time patron, opera lover, and friend Frank R.
Des Moines Metro Opera Receives $1 Million Gift From Frank R. Brownell III

Des Moines Metro Opera Receives $1 Million Gift From Frank R. Brownell III

by BWW News Desk — May 27, 2021
Des Moines Metro Opera today announced a $1 million leadership gift commitment from long-time patron, opera lover, and friend Frank R.
A LOVE OFFERING Will Be Performed by Des Moines Playhouse in June

A LOVE OFFERING Will Be Performed by Des Moines Playhouse in June

by BWW News Desk — May 25, 2021
T’Wana Jepson has been bit before.
Playhouse Announces Full Season of Live Theatre

Playhouse Announces Full Season of Live Theatre

by BWW News Desk — May 18, 2021
The Des Moines Playhouse announced its 103rd year of live theatre via social media Monday, May 17, 2021.
BWW Review: THE AGITATORS  at Iowa Stage: An Amazing Production That Reminds Us How I

BWW Review: THE AGITATORS at Iowa Stage: An Amazing Production That Reminds Us How Important It Is To Keep On Fighting

by DC Felton — May 3, 2021
What is an agitator? The New Oxford American Dictionary describes an agitator as a person who urges others to protest or rebel.
DANCE INTO SPRING Will Tour Around Iowa This Weekend

DANCE INTO SPRING Will Tour Around Iowa This Weekend

by BWW News Desk — April 29, 2021
In a first-of-its-kind collaboration, Ballet Des Moines and Hancher Auditorium at the University of Iowa have come together to create Dance Into Spring, a state-crossing collaboration featuring outdoor performances in Des Moines, Iowa City, and Muscatine.
BWW Review: THE VELVETEEN RABBIT at Des Moines Playhouse: An Imaginative Journey That

BWW Review: THE VELVETEEN RABBIT at Des Moines Playhouse: An Imaginative Journey That Will Feel Real For All Ages

by DC Felton — April 24, 2021
Children can tell some of the most creative stories.
Des Moines Playhouse Virtual Friday Funday Presents LITTLE RED RIDING HOOD

Des Moines Playhouse Virtual Friday Funday Presents LITTLE RED RIDING HOOD

by BWW News Desk — April 19, 2021
Join The Des Moines Playhouse online this spring for Friday Funday, a creative participatory story theatre program for children ages 4-6.
Murder Mystery Event Will Be Presented as Part of LAMB Arts Regional Theatre's Fundra

Murder Mystery Event Will Be Presented as Part of LAMB Arts Regional Theatre's Fundraising Week

by BWW News Desk — April 15, 2021
As part of its fundraising week, LAMB Arts Regional Theatre will present THE MYSTERIOUS 1922 MURDER AT THE SIOUX CITY AUDITORIUM.
BWW Review: SOME ENCHANTED EVENING:THE SONGS OF RODGERS & HAMMERSTEIN at Des Moines P

BWW Review: SOME ENCHANTED EVENING:THE SONGS OF RODGERS & HAMMERSTEIN at Des Moines Playhouse

by DC Felton — April 13, 2021
When Des Moines Playhouse closed their production of 'Singin' in the Rain' last year, no one could have imagined what would follow.
University of Iowa Theatre Department Will Steam ASCEND Next Week

University of Iowa Theatre Department Will Steam ASCEND Next Week

by BWW News Desk — April 12, 2021
The University of Iowa Theatre Department will present a livestream performance of Ascend on April 21, 2021.
Donors Help Orchestra Iowa Replace Music Destroyed in Derecho Damage

Donors Help Orchestra Iowa Replace Music Destroyed in Derecho Damage

by BWW News Desk — April 10, 2021
Multiple donors stepped up to purchase the music for Swan Lake for Orchestra Iowa, the final of the 153 musical scores needed after they were destroyed in the 2020 derecho.
The Des Moines Playhouse Announces Summer Tent Theatre

The Des Moines Playhouse Announces Summer Tent Theatre

by BWW News Desk — April 9, 2021
The Playhouse announced a summer Tent Theatre series tonight, Apr.
A LOVE OFFERING A Co-Production Between Des Moines Playhouse & Pyramid Theatre Announ

A LOVE OFFERING A Co-Production Between Des Moines Playhouse & Pyramid Theatre Announced

by BWW News Desk — April 9, 2021
The Des Moines Playhouse and Pyramid Theatre Company present A Love Offering by Jonathan Norton, June 4-20, 2021.
Benjamin Rivera Returns to Muscatine High School to Choreograph THE SPONGEBOB MUSICAL

Benjamin Rivera Returns to Muscatine High School to Choreograph THE SPONGEBOB MUSICAL

by BWW News Desk — April 3, 2021
Muscatine High School Drama will present The Spongebob Musical, running April 22, 23 & 24, 2021.
Tickets Now Available For THE SHOW MUST GO ONLINE at Coralville Arts

Tickets Now Available For THE SHOW MUST GO ONLINE at Coralville Arts

by BWW News Desk — April 1, 2021
Tickets are now available! Young Footliters Youth Theatre will present the digital broadcast of “The Show Must Go Online” May 21–23.
City Circle Presents ACTING OUT WHILE STAYING IN

City Circle Presents ACTING OUT WHILE STAYING IN

by BWW News Desk — April 1, 2021
City Circle Theatre Company will present “Acting Out While Staying In: An Evening of Virtual Comedy,” streaming on demand April 9–11, 2021.
Des Moines Playhouse Presents SOME ENCHANTED EVENING and THE VELVETEEN RABBIT

Des Moines Playhouse Presents SOME ENCHANTED EVENING and THE VELVETEEN RABBIT

by BWW News Desk — March 26, 2021
The Des Moines Playhouse will continue to present live theatre with two shows this spring, Some Enchanted Evening – The Songs of Rodgers & Hammerstein, Apr.

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