Des Moines Playhouse Script Reading Series Debuts November 22
by BWW News Desk - November 16, 2020
The Des Moines Playhouse initiates its new program, Onyx Script Reading Series, at 6:30 PM, Sunday, Nov. 22, 2020. The series' first script is Widows by Gillian Flyn and Steve McQueen. The evening is free and open to everyone. The reading will be presented on Zoom. A link to join the reading will be posted on The Playhouse's website, dmplayhouse.com, and Facebook page.
by BWW News Desk - November 16, 2020
The Des Moines Playhouse initiates its new program, Onyx Script Reading Series, at 6:30 PM, Sunday, Nov. 22, 2020. The series' first script is Widows by Gillian Flyn and Steve McQueen. The evening is free and open to everyone. The reading will be presented on Zoom. A link to join the reading will be posted on The Playhouse's website, dmplayhouse.com, and Facebook page.
DM Playhouse Announces 2020 Dionysos Award Recipients
by BWW News Desk - November 16, 2020
The Des Moines Community Playhouse held the 2020 Dionysos Awards, virtually, on Sunday, Nov. 15, 2020. The theatre honored eight backstage, guest services, and education volunteers, and announced eight acting awards. The evening began with a number from the theatre's Celebration of the Century, held on Nov. 2, 2019, and concluded with a song from 2018 Dionysos Award double-recipient, Blake Clyde.
by BWW News Desk - November 16, 2020
The Des Moines Community Playhouse held the 2020 Dionysos Awards, virtually, on Sunday, Nov. 15, 2020. The theatre honored eight backstage, guest services, and education volunteers, and announced eight acting awards. The evening began with a number from the theatre's Celebration of the Century, held on Nov. 2, 2019, and concluded with a song from 2018 Dionysos Award double-recipient, Blake Clyde.
Ryan Crane Joins Des Moines Playhouse Staff as Director of Philanthropy
by BWW News Desk - November 13, 2020
Now in its 102nd year of bringing excellence in entertainment and education to Central Iowa, The Des Moines Playhouse announces the addition of Ryan Crane as director of philanthropy.
by BWW News Desk - November 13, 2020
Now in its 102nd year of bringing excellence in entertainment and education to Central Iowa, The Des Moines Playhouse announces the addition of Ryan Crane as director of philanthropy.
The Des Moines Playhouse's FRIDAY FUNDAY Returns
by BWW News Desk - November 10, 2020
Join The Des Moines Playhouse online this fall for Friday Funday, a creative participatory story theatre program for children ages 4-6. New stories will be posted on Fridays in November and December.
by BWW News Desk - November 10, 2020
Join The Des Moines Playhouse online this fall for Friday Funday, a creative participatory story theatre program for children ages 4-6. New stories will be posted on Fridays in November and December.
Iowa Stage Theatre Presents Filmed A CHRISTMAS CAROL Starring Jefferson Mays
by BWW News Desk - November 08, 2020
Experience A Christmas Carol unlike any other – past, present or future. The timeless tale of Ebenezer Scrooge comes to thrilling new life as Jefferson Mays plays over 50 roles in a virtuosic, master class of a performance that must be seen to be believed. This theatrical achievement comes from the haunting vision of one of Broadway's most imaginative directors, Michael Arden.
by BWW News Desk - November 08, 2020
Experience A Christmas Carol unlike any other – past, present or future. The timeless tale of Ebenezer Scrooge comes to thrilling new life as Jefferson Mays plays over 50 roles in a virtuosic, master class of a performance that must be seen to be believed. This theatrical achievement comes from the haunting vision of one of Broadway's most imaginative directors, Michael Arden.
THE IMPORTANCE OF BEING EARNEST Available On Demand December 4-6
by BWW News Desk - November 04, 2020
City Circle Theatre Company will present THE IMPORTANCE OF BEING EARNEST, by Oscar Wilde, as a virtual production available on demand December 4-6. Tickets are $12-$17. For tickets and more information, visit www.CoralvilleArts.org or call the Coralville Center for the Performing Arts Box Office at 319-248-9370.
by BWW News Desk - November 04, 2020
City Circle Theatre Company will present THE IMPORTANCE OF BEING EARNEST, by Oscar Wilde, as a virtual production available on demand December 4-6. Tickets are $12-$17. For tickets and more information, visit www.CoralvilleArts.org or call the Coralville Center for the Performing Arts Box Office at 319-248-9370.
The Des Moines Playhouse to Present 2020 Dionysos Awards Virtually
by BWW News Desk - November 04, 2020
Join The Des Moines Playhouse for the 2020 Dionysos Awards at 7:00 PM on Sunday, Nov. 15, 2020. This year's awards are virtual, with a video available on The Playhouse's website, YouTube channel, and Facebook page.
by BWW News Desk - November 04, 2020
Join The Des Moines Playhouse for the 2020 Dionysos Awards at 7:00 PM on Sunday, Nov. 15, 2020. This year's awards are virtual, with a video available on The Playhouse's website, YouTube channel, and Facebook page.
DM Playhouse Offers On-Demand Streaming of Current Shows
by BWW News Desk - November 04, 2020
The Des Moines Playhouse is presenting two shows in repertory in the John Viars Theatre this fall, Weekend Comedy, through Nov. 8, 2020, and I and You, through Nov. 15, 2020. Seating at these shows is limited. To accommodate those unable to see the show in-person, The Playhouse is offering on-demand viewing of the shows' opening night performances.
by BWW News Desk - November 04, 2020
The Des Moines Playhouse is presenting two shows in repertory in the John Viars Theatre this fall, Weekend Comedy, through Nov. 8, 2020, and I and You, through Nov. 15, 2020. Seating at these shows is limited. To accommodate those unable to see the show in-person, The Playhouse is offering on-demand viewing of the shows' opening night performances.
BWW Blog: 8 Tips for a Successful Virtual Acting Class
by Student Blogger: Sabrina Duke - October 29, 2020
There was once a time where theatre students across the country had to learn their craft off a computer screen due to a virus called Covid-19.
by Student Blogger: Sabrina Duke - October 29, 2020
There was once a time where theatre students across the country had to learn their craft off a computer screen due to a virus called Covid-19.
Last Chance To Submit Nominations For The 2020 BroadwayWorld Des Moines Awards
by BWW News Desk - October 29, 2020
This is your LAST CHANCE to submit nominations for the BroadwayWorld Des Moines Awards - which are back bigger than ever, celebrating the best in local theatre of the past decade!
by BWW News Desk - October 29, 2020
This is your LAST CHANCE to submit nominations for the BroadwayWorld Des Moines Awards - which are back bigger than ever, celebrating the best in local theatre of the past decade!
City Circle Announces Two Virtual Shows This December
by BWW News Desk - October 28, 2020
City Circle Theatre Company will present two virtual productions this December: THE IMPORTANCE OF BEING EARNEST, by Oscar Wilde, December 4-6; and A CHRISTMAS CABARET, written and directed by Katie Colletta, December 18-20.
by BWW News Desk - October 28, 2020
City Circle Theatre Company will present two virtual productions this December: THE IMPORTANCE OF BEING EARNEST, by Oscar Wilde, December 4-6; and A CHRISTMAS CABARET, written and directed by Katie Colletta, December 18-20.
St. Ambrose University Cuts Two Theater Majors From its Program
by BWW News Desk - October 24, 2020
St. Ambrose University has cute the two majors associated with its theater program. The two majors included theater, and secondary speech and theater teaching
by BWW News Desk - October 24, 2020
St. Ambrose University has cute the two majors associated with its theater program. The two majors included theater, and secondary speech and theater teaching
BWW Review: TUESDAYS WITH MORRIE at Iowa Stage
by DC Felton - October 21, 2020
One of the surprising parts of this pandemic is that we have been able to take the time to step back and think about what impacts our lives. Sometimes it may be a person, other times it may be an event or show that we attend. Not being able to sit in a theatre the last few months has allowed me to sit back and think about the different theatre companies I have been able to see over the last year and a half and what makes them unique. One of those theatres is Iowa Stage. I’ve missed going to their shows and leaving the show challenged by what was being said in the show. So I was excited to hear that they were doing a one week run of “Tuesday’s with Morrie,” and it was being done as a virtual production.
by DC Felton - October 21, 2020
One of the surprising parts of this pandemic is that we have been able to take the time to step back and think about what impacts our lives. Sometimes it may be a person, other times it may be an event or show that we attend. Not being able to sit in a theatre the last few months has allowed me to sit back and think about the different theatre companies I have been able to see over the last year and a half and what makes them unique. One of those theatres is Iowa Stage. I’ve missed going to their shows and leaving the show challenged by what was being said in the show. So I was excited to hear that they were doing a one week run of “Tuesday’s with Morrie,” and it was being done as a virtual production.
BWW Review: I AND YOU at Des Moines Playhouse
by DC Felton - October 19, 2020
Theatre takes us on a journey each time we see a show. Sometimes that journey is comical like “Weekend Comedy” which opened last weekend at the is currently running every other weekend. Other times it takes us on an emotional journey, like in “You and I” by Lauren Gunderson, which opened at Des Moines Playhouse Friday evening.
by DC Felton - October 19, 2020
Theatre takes us on a journey each time we see a show. Sometimes that journey is comical like “Weekend Comedy” which opened last weekend at the is currently running every other weekend. Other times it takes us on an emotional journey, like in “You and I” by Lauren Gunderson, which opened at Des Moines Playhouse Friday evening.
Stebens Children's Theatre Presents BURIED TREASURE
by BWW News Desk - October 17, 2020
Stebens Children's Theatre has reopened with a production of Buried Treasure. Performances take place October 14-18, 2020.
by BWW News Desk - October 17, 2020
Stebens Children's Theatre has reopened with a production of Buried Treasure. Performances take place October 14-18, 2020.
Sioux City Symphony Orchestra Will Announces Upcoming Season Lineup Next Month
by BWW News Desk - October 15, 2020
After months without performances, The Sioux City Symphony Orchestra will announce its upcoming season lineup at a special event on November 12 at the Mariott in South Sioux City.
by BWW News Desk - October 15, 2020
After months without performances, The Sioux City Symphony Orchestra will announce its upcoming season lineup at a special event on November 12 at the Mariott in South Sioux City.
BWW Review: WEEKEND COMEDY at Des Moines Playhouse:
by DC Felton - October 14, 2020
On March 14, I had the pleasure to see and review Des Moines Playhouse's fantastic production of 'Singing in the Rain.' What I didn't know at the time, was that the theatre community was getting ready to shut down due to COVID-19, or that the performance I was seeing was going to be the productions closing performance. After a summer of Drive-in theatre, the Playhouse has decided to bring their first production back inside to the John Viars Theatre. 'Weekend Comedy' by Jeanne Bobrick and Sam Bobrick opened on October 9 to a live and streaming audience, and it was just the dose of laughter everyone needed.
by DC Felton - October 14, 2020
On March 14, I had the pleasure to see and review Des Moines Playhouse's fantastic production of 'Singing in the Rain.' What I didn't know at the time, was that the theatre community was getting ready to shut down due to COVID-19, or that the performance I was seeing was going to be the productions closing performance. After a summer of Drive-in theatre, the Playhouse has decided to bring their first production back inside to the John Viars Theatre. 'Weekend Comedy' by Jeanne Bobrick and Sam Bobrick opened on October 9 to a live and streaming audience, and it was just the dose of laughter everyone needed.
Des Moines Playhouse Announces Auditions for MIRACLE ON 34TH STREET Live Radio Play
by BWW News Desk - October 12, 2020
Auditions for the holiday show, Playhouse on Air Presents: Miracle on 34th Street, will be held virtually with an audition video submission deadline of 6:00 PM, Monday, Oct. 19, 2020. All auditions are open to the public; no one is pre-cast.
by BWW News Desk - October 12, 2020
Auditions for the holiday show, Playhouse on Air Presents: Miracle on 34th Street, will be held virtually with an audition video submission deadline of 6:00 PM, Monday, Oct. 19, 2020. All auditions are open to the public; no one is pre-cast.
Sioux City Community Theatre to Present WAR OF THE WORLDS Radio Play
by BWW News Desk - October 12, 2020
by BWW News Desk - October 12, 2020
Iowa Dance Theatre Announces Upcoming Events and Workshops
by BWW News Desk - October 12, 2020
You are invited to a?oeOn the Stagea?? presented by Iowa Dance Festival this Thursday, Oct. 15 at 7 p.m. Hurley & Dancers collaborated with the Heartland Marimba Ensemble this summer to create a new physically-distanced outdoor piece entitled a?oeMultiversesa??.
by BWW News Desk - October 12, 2020
You are invited to a?oeOn the Stagea?? presented by Iowa Dance Festival this Thursday, Oct. 15 at 7 p.m. Hurley & Dancers collaborated with the Heartland Marimba Ensemble this summer to create a new physically-distanced outdoor piece entitled a?oeMultiversesa??.
Des Moines Playhouse Offers Opening Night Live Streaming of WEEKEND COMEDY
by BWW News Desk - October 06, 2020
The Des Moines Playhouse is presenting two shows in repertory in the John Viars Theatre this fall, Weekend Comedy, Oct. 9-Nov. 8, 2020, and I and You, Oct. 16-Nov. 15, 2020. Seating at these shows is limited with COVID-19 reopening protocols listed on The Playhouse's website.
by BWW News Desk - October 06, 2020
The Des Moines Playhouse is presenting two shows in repertory in the John Viars Theatre this fall, Weekend Comedy, Oct. 9-Nov. 8, 2020, and I and You, Oct. 16-Nov. 15, 2020. Seating at these shows is limited with COVID-19 reopening protocols listed on The Playhouse's website.
University Of Iowa Celebrating 100 Years Of Shaping The Face Of Theatre
by BWW News Desk - October 01, 2020
For the past century, stories written by University of Iowa students, faculty, and alumni have captivated audiences around the world. Playwrights such as Tennessee Williams, Lee Blessing, Kirsten Greenidge, Samuel D. Hunter, and Jen Silverman have re-imagined what theatre, television, and film can be, experimenting and bringing ideas together in new and unexpected ways.
by BWW News Desk - October 01, 2020
For the past century, stories written by University of Iowa students, faculty, and alumni have captivated audiences around the world. Playwrights such as Tennessee Williams, Lee Blessing, Kirsten Greenidge, Samuel D. Hunter, and Jen Silverman have re-imagined what theatre, television, and film can be, experimenting and bringing ideas together in new and unexpected ways.
ISU Theatre Announces 2020-21 SEASON OF INVITATION
by BWW News Desk - September 30, 2020
ISU Theatrea??s 2020-2021 Season will be a season unlike any other, utilizing outdoor and virtual performances due to the health crisis.
by BWW News Desk - September 30, 2020
ISU Theatrea??s 2020-2021 Season will be a season unlike any other, utilizing outdoor and virtual performances due to the health crisis.
The Des Moines Playhouse Offers Fall Theatre Classes
by BWW News Desk - September 29, 2020
The Des Moines Playhouse is welcoming students back into the theatre for classes this fall while also offering other classes exclusively online. The theatre has six classes for students in preschool-grade 12, beginning Oct. 10, 2020.
by BWW News Desk - September 29, 2020
The Des Moines Playhouse is welcoming students back into the theatre for classes this fall while also offering other classes exclusively online. The theatre has six classes for students in preschool-grade 12, beginning Oct. 10, 2020.
LAMB Theatre Announces Upcoming Lineup of Shows
by BWW News Desk - September 24, 2020
LAMB Theatre has announced its upcoming lineup including live and online streaming productions.
by BWW News Desk - September 24, 2020
LAMB Theatre has announced its upcoming lineup including live and online streaming productions.
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