SUFFS, THE OUTSIDERS, and More Set For DMPA 2025-26 Willis Broadway Series Season
by BWW News Desk - March 05, 2025
Des Moines Performing Arts announced new engagements headed to the Des Moines Civic Center as part of the 2025 - 26 Willis Broadway Series. Learn more about the season lineup here!
by BWW News Desk - March 05, 2025
Des Moines Performing Arts announced new engagements headed to the Des Moines Civic Center as part of the 2025 - 26 Willis Broadway Series. Learn more about the season lineup here!
EAST MEETS WEST: IN THE FOOTSTEPS OF MARCO POLO Comes to Des Moines Civic Center
by BWW News Desk - March 04, 2025
East Meets West: In The Footsteps Of Marco Polo is coming to Des Moines Civic Center this month. As part of the Applause Series, the event is on March 11, 2025.
by BWW News Desk - March 04, 2025
East Meets West: In The Footsteps Of Marco Polo is coming to Des Moines Civic Center this month. As part of the Applause Series, the event is on March 11, 2025.
WICKED and More Set for Des Moines Performing Arts 25-26 Season
by BWW News Desk - March 04, 2025
Des Moines Performing Arts has revealed new engagements headed to the Des Moines Civic Center as part of the 2025 - 26 Willis Broadway Series. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
by BWW News Desk - March 04, 2025
Des Moines Performing Arts has revealed new engagements headed to the Des Moines Civic Center as part of the 2025 - 26 Willis Broadway Series. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
Review: LIFE OF PI at Des Moines Performing Arts
by DC Felton - March 02, 2025
Stories are not just narratives, they are powerful tools that shape our understanding of the world. They can be about the legacy a person leaves, they can excite us about what is to come, or they can help us process the events in our lives. But most importantly, stories leave us with questions, sparking our curiosity and imagination.
by DC Felton - March 02, 2025
Stories are not just narratives, they are powerful tools that shape our understanding of the world. They can be about the legacy a person leaves, they can excite us about what is to come, or they can help us process the events in our lives. But most importantly, stories leave us with questions, sparking our curiosity and imagination.
Jeff Chelesvig Will Depart Des Moines Performing Arts
by BWW News Desk - February 28, 2025
The board of directors of Des Moines Performing Arts (DMPA) has announced the planned retirement of Jeff Chelesvig, president and chief executive officer of the organization since 1995.
by BWW News Desk - February 28, 2025
The board of directors of Des Moines Performing Arts (DMPA) has announced the planned retirement of Jeff Chelesvig, president and chief executive officer of the organization since 1995.
THE MYSTERY OF EDWIN DROOD Comes to City Circle Theatre Company in May
by BWW News Desk - February 24, 2025
The Mystery of Edwin Drood is coming to City Circle Theatre Company in May. Performances will run May 2-4 and 9-11, 2025. Learn more about the upcoming show here!
by BWW News Desk - February 24, 2025
The Mystery of Edwin Drood is coming to City Circle Theatre Company in May. Performances will run May 2-4 and 9-11, 2025. Learn more about the upcoming show here!
Review: SHUCKED at Des Moines Performing Arts
by DC Felton - January 31, 2025
It's a rare sight to see a giant inflatable ear of corn in the lobby of Des Moines Performing Arts, or to be offered a show-themed drink. But when a musical about corn comes to Iowa, it's time to pull out all the stops. This is exactly what they've done for 'Shucked,' which premiered Tuesday night at the Civic Center. I went in expecting a hilarious show about corn, and I got that. But I also left with a heartwarming story about community and family, a unique blend that's not to be missed.
by DC Felton - January 31, 2025
It's a rare sight to see a giant inflatable ear of corn in the lobby of Des Moines Performing Arts, or to be offered a show-themed drink. But when a musical about corn comes to Iowa, it's time to pull out all the stops. This is exactly what they've done for 'Shucked,' which premiered Tuesday night at the Civic Center. I went in expecting a hilarious show about corn, and I got that. But I also left with a heartwarming story about community and family, a unique blend that's not to be missed.
City Circle Theatre Company Presents Andrew Lippa's THE WILD PARTY: In Concert
by BWW News Desk - January 29, 2025
City Circle Theatre Company will present Andrew Lippa's WILD PARTY: In Concert at the Coralville Center for the Performing Arts February 7–9 & 14–16, 2025.
by BWW News Desk - January 29, 2025
City Circle Theatre Company will present Andrew Lippa's WILD PARTY: In Concert at the Coralville Center for the Performing Arts February 7–9 & 14–16, 2025.
BILLY THE GOAT Comes to Des Moines Playhouse in February
by BWW News Desk - January 27, 2025
Billy the Goat is headed to Des Moines Playhouse next month. The performances are set for February 14. Find out if Billy can trick the silly old troll and become the Greatest Of All Time.
by BWW News Desk - January 27, 2025
Billy the Goat is headed to Des Moines Playhouse next month. The performances are set for February 14. Find out if Billy can trick the silly old troll and become the Greatest Of All Time.
THE GULL Comes to Des Moines Playhouse
by BWW News Desk - January 23, 2025
TheatreMidwest will present The Gull: A Tragicomedy for One, After Chekhov, riffing on Anton Chekhov’s classic “show about nothing,” Learn more about the show here!
by BWW News Desk - January 23, 2025
TheatreMidwest will present The Gull: A Tragicomedy for One, After Chekhov, riffing on Anton Chekhov’s classic “show about nothing,” Learn more about the show here!
MEN ON BOATS Comes to Des Moines Playhouse in February
by BWW News Desk - January 21, 2025
Men on Boats is coming to Des Moines Playhouse next month. Learn more about the upcoming production and find out more about how to get tickets here!
by BWW News Desk - January 21, 2025
Men on Boats is coming to Des Moines Playhouse next month. Learn more about the upcoming production and find out more about how to get tickets here!
Winners Announced For The 2024 BroadwayWorld Des Moines Awards
by BWW Awards - January 14, 2025
Winners have been announced for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Des Moines Awards! The 2024 Regional Awards honor regional productions, touring shows, and more which had their first performance between October 1, 2023 through September 30, 2024.
by BWW Awards - January 14, 2025
Winners have been announced for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Des Moines Awards! The 2024 Regional Awards honor regional productions, touring shows, and more which had their first performance between October 1, 2023 through September 30, 2024.
THE MITTEN Comes to Des Moines Playhouse
by BWW News Desk - January 09, 2025
The Mitten comes to Des Moines Playhouse this month. Watch what happens when some woodland animals find a lost magical mitten in the forest. Learn more here!
by BWW News Desk - January 09, 2025
The Mitten comes to Des Moines Playhouse this month. Watch what happens when some woodland animals find a lost magical mitten in the forest. Learn more here!
Last Chance To Vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Des Moines Awards; GREASE THE MUSICAL at Union Street Players Leads Best Musical!
by BWW Awards - December 27, 2024
This is the last chance to vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Des Moines Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
by BWW Awards - December 27, 2024
This is the last chance to vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Des Moines Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
KNUFFLE BUNNY: A CAUTIONARY MUSICAL Comes to Des Moines Playhouse in 025
by BWW News Desk - December 27, 2024
Knuffle Bunny: A Cautionary Musical is coming to Des Moines Playhouse in 2025. Learn more about this upcoming production and find out more about how to get tickets here!
by BWW News Desk - December 27, 2024
Knuffle Bunny: A Cautionary Musical is coming to Des Moines Playhouse in 2025. Learn more about this upcoming production and find out more about how to get tickets here!
Final Week To Vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Des Moines Awards; Union Street Players Leads Favorite Local Theatre!
by BWW Awards - December 23, 2024
This is the final week to vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Des Moines Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
by BWW Awards - December 23, 2024
This is the final week to vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Des Moines Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
DIARY OF A WIMPY KID Comes to Des Moines Playhouse
by BWW News Desk - December 23, 2024
Diary of a Wimpy Kid is coming to Des Moines Playhouse next month. Learn more about this upcoming musical production and find out how to get tickets here!
by BWW News Desk - December 23, 2024
Diary of a Wimpy Kid is coming to Des Moines Playhouse next month. Learn more about this upcoming musical production and find out how to get tickets here!
Bill Murray Teams Up With Blood Brothers and Jimmy Vivino For 2025 Tour
by BWW News Desk - December 20, 2024
The legendary Bill Murray is teaming up with Gulf Coast Records artists Mike Zito and Albert Castiglia (aka “Blood Brothers”) to perform a series of shows in the first few months of 2025. Special Guest on the dates is newly-signed Gulf Coast artist guitarist Jimmy Vivino, whose label debut, Gonna Be 2 of Those Days, is set for release on February 14th.
by BWW News Desk - December 20, 2024
The legendary Bill Murray is teaming up with Gulf Coast Records artists Mike Zito and Albert Castiglia (aka “Blood Brothers”) to perform a series of shows in the first few months of 2025. Special Guest on the dates is newly-signed Gulf Coast artist guitarist Jimmy Vivino, whose label debut, Gonna Be 2 of Those Days, is set for release on February 14th.
MEN ON BOATS Comes to Des Moines Playhouse in 2025
by BWW News Desk - December 20, 2024
Men on Boats is coming to Des Moines Playhouse next year. Performances run February 7 - March 2, 2025. Learn more about the show and find out how to get tickets here!
by BWW News Desk - December 20, 2024
Men on Boats is coming to Des Moines Playhouse next year. Performances run February 7 - March 2, 2025. Learn more about the show and find out how to get tickets here!
Vote For The 2024 BroadwayWorld Des Moines Awards; GREASE THE MUSICAL at Union Street Players Leads Best Musical!
by BWW Awards - December 16, 2024
Voting continues for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Des Moines Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
by BWW Awards - December 16, 2024
Voting continues for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Des Moines Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
Review: CHICAGO at Des Moines Performing Arts
by DC Felton - December 09, 2024
This season with Des Moines Performing Arts is full of 'Razzle Dazzle.' One of the things I'm excited about this season with Willis Broadway Series is that they are presenting not one but two shows that came out of the City Center Encore Series in NYC. The first is 'Chicago: The Musical,' which is currently the longest-running show open on Broadway. While this production of the show may have opened in 1996, it still feels timely today.
by DC Felton - December 09, 2024
This season with Des Moines Performing Arts is full of 'Razzle Dazzle.' One of the things I'm excited about this season with Willis Broadway Series is that they are presenting not one but two shows that came out of the City Center Encore Series in NYC. The first is 'Chicago: The Musical,' which is currently the longest-running show open on Broadway. While this production of the show may have opened in 1996, it still feels timely today.
Latest Standings Announced For The 2024 BWW Des Moines Awards
by BWW Awards - December 09, 2024
Don't miss your chance to vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Des Moines Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
by BWW Awards - December 09, 2024
Don't miss your chance to vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Des Moines Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
First Standings Announced For The 2024 BWW Des Moines Awards
by BWW Awards - December 02, 2024
Check out the first stats for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Des Moines Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
by BWW Awards - December 02, 2024
Check out the first stats for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Des Moines Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
ANASTASIA to be Presented at the Coralville Center for the Performing Arts
by BWW News Desk - November 26, 2024
City Circle Theatre Company will present the musical fairy tale ANASTASIA this December at the Coralville Center for the Performing Arts. Learn how to purchase tickets.
by BWW News Desk - November 26, 2024
City Circle Theatre Company will present the musical fairy tale ANASTASIA this December at the Coralville Center for the Performing Arts. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Liverpool Legends to Bring THE COMPLETE BEATLES EXPERIENCE to Hard Rock Hotel And Casino
by BWW News Desk - November 19, 2024
Liverpool Legends, a Grammy-nominated Beatles tribute band, will perform at Hard Rock Hotel and Casino in Sioux City. Experience the music of The Beatles live. Learn more and see how to attend.
by BWW News Desk - November 19, 2024
Liverpool Legends, a Grammy-nominated Beatles tribute band, will perform at Hard Rock Hotel and Casino in Sioux City. Experience the music of The Beatles live. Learn more and see how to attend.
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Hadestown (Non-Equity)
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