Get theatre news and discounts for Des Moines

Des Moines Theatre Newsroom Page 26

Back to Main...
Celebrate The Holidays With Classic Radio at DM Playhouse
by BWW News Desk - December 11, 2018
Join us to celebrate the holidays with the Final Act Ensemble at their annual holiday performance. The show will take place at 7:00 PM, Tuesday, Dec. 18, 2018, in the Kate Goldman Children's Theatre at the Des Moines Community Playhouse. Tickets are $10 for all ages and are available at dmplayhouse.com, at the Playhouse ticket office, or by phone at 515-277-6261.
Eastside Artists Show & Sale Opens Today
by BWW News Desk - December 07, 2018
The Eastside Artists will present their annual show and sale December 7-9 at the Masonic Building, 312 E College Street in downtown Iowa City. Hours are 10am-8pm Today, 10am-5pm Saturday and Sunday. The show features original, affordable gifts by professional local artists. Admission is free.
DM Playhouse Holds Auditions for JUDY MOODY & STINK
by BWW News Desk - December 04, 2018
Auditions for Judy Moody & Stink: The Mad, Mad, Mad, Mad Treasure Hunt will be held at the Des Moines Community Playhouse at 6:30 PM on Monday, Dec. 17, 2018. Auditions for the musical Catch Me If You Can will also be held on Dec. 17. All auditions are open to the public; no one is pre-cast. Questions about auditions should be directed to Robin Spahr, 515-974-5365.
DM Playhouse Announces Auditions for CATCH ME IF YOU CAN
by BWW News Desk - December 04, 2018
Auditions for the Broadway musical Catch Me If You Can will be held at the Des Moines Playhouse at 6:30 PM on Monday, Dec. 17, 2018. All auditions are open to the public; no one is pre-cast. Those auditioning must bring a prepared solo; an accompanist will be provided as well as the ability to play a track from an iPhone or similar device. Auditions for Judy Moody & Stink: The Mad, Mad, Mad, Mad Treasure Hunt will also be held on Dec. 17. Questions about auditions should be directed to Robin Spahr, 515-974-5365.
Friday Funday at Des Moines Community Playhouse to Feature THE GINGERBREAD CHILD
by BWW News Desk - December 03, 2018
Join the Des Moines Community Playhouse on Dec. 14, 2018, for The Gingerbread Child. This story is part of the 2018-19 Season of Friday Funday, a creative participatory story theatre program for children ages 4-6. Performances are at the Playhouse, Friday, Dec. 14, at 9:30 AM, 10:45 AM, and 1:30 PM.
DM Playhouse Presents Teen Improv Night
by BWW News Desk - December 03, 2018
The Des Moines Community Playhouse is the home of Second Saturday, an alternative Saturday night entertainment for young adults in grades 6-12. Our next date is Saturday, Dec. 8, 2018, from 7:30-10:00 PM. The cost is $9. Pre-registration is strongly encouraged and is available online at dmplayhouse.com.
Photo Flash: Des Moines Playhouse Spreads Christmas Cheer With ELF
by BWW News Desk - November 20, 2018
The Des Moines Community Playhouse presents the family holiday classic, Elf - The Musical, Nov. 30-Dec. 23, 2018. Tickets may be purchased online at dmplayhouse.com, by phone at 515-277-6261, or at the Playhouse ticket office, 831 42nd St. Elf - The Musical is sponsored by Corteva Agriscience.
DM Playhouse Hosts Breakfast With Buddy The Elf
by BWW News Desk - November 19, 2018
The Des Moines Community Playhouse presents a unique opportunity to interact with the Family Holiday Classic, Elf - The Musical. On Saturday, Dec. 8, and Saturday, Dec. 15, 2018, the Playhouse is hosting Breakfast with Buddy, a fun morning with Buddy the Elf and Santa Claus.  Tickets are $20 per person, all ages, and can be purchased at dmplayhouse.com, by phone at 515-277-6261, or at the Playhouse ticket office. Proceeds from Breakfast with Buddy supports Playhouse programming.
Revival Theatre Company Announces Casting for SUNDAY IN THE PARK WITH GEORGE
by BWW News Desk - November 17, 2018
Revival Theatre Company announces its cast for Sunday in the Park with George by Stephen Sondheim and James Lapine.
International Steinway Artist Jim McDonough Brings Holiday Concert Tour For Camp Courageous To Coralville
by BWW News Desk - November 15, 2018
It's beginning to SOUND a lot like Christmas! "Iowa's Own Pianist" Jim McDonough and his orchestra and singers are set to tour the state this holiday season with a sensational all-new production show benefitting Camp Courageous of Iowa.
DM Playhouse Presents ELF THE MUSICAL
by BWW News Desk - November 15, 2018
The Des Moines Community Playhouse presents the family holiday classic, Elf - The Musical, Nov. 30-Dec. 23, 2018. Tickets may be purchased online at dmplayhouse.com, by phone at 515-277-6261, or at the Playhouse ticket office, 831 42nd St. Elf - The Musical is sponsored by Corteva Agriscience.
Eastside Artists Show & Sale Opens 12/7
by BWW News Desk - November 14, 2018
The Eastside Artists will present their annual show and sale December 7-9 at the Masonic Building, 312 E College Street in downtown Iowa City. Hours are 10am-8pm Friday, 10am-5pm Saturday and Sunday. The show features original, affordable gifts by professional local artists. Admission is free.
City Circle Theatre Company To Hold Auditions For The Who's TOMMY Today
by BWW News Desk - November 09, 2018
City Circle Theatre Company of Coralville will hold auditions for The Who's Tommy today, November 9 from 6 pm to 9 pm and Saturday, November 10 from 2 pm to 6 pm. Callbacks will be held Sunday, November 11 at 2 pm if needed. Auditions and callbacks will take place at the Community of Christ Church, 2121 S. Ridge Drive in Coralville.
DM Playhouse Presents JACK & THE BEANSTALK
by BWW News Desk - November 07, 2018
Join the Des Moines Community Playhouse on Nov. 16, 2018, for Jack and the Beanstalk. This story is part of the 2018-19 season of Friday Funday, a creative participatory story theatre program for children ages 4-6. Performances are at the Playhouse, Friday, Nov. 16, at 9:30 AM, 10:45 AM, and 1:30 PM. Shows are 45 minutes in length. The performance at 10:45 AM will have audio description provided by IRIS. Admission is $6 per person, adults and children. Tickets may be purchased online at dmplayhouse.com, by phone at 515-277-6261, or at the Playhouse ticket office, 831 42nd St.
DM Playhouse Holds TEEN IMPROV NIGHT Nov. 10
by BWW News Desk - November 06, 2018
The Des Moines Community Playhouse is home to Second Saturday, an alternative Saturday night entertainment for youths in grades 6-12. The next event is Saturday, Nov. 10, 2018, from 7:30-10:00 PM. The cost is $9. Pre-registration is strongly encouraged and is available online at dmplayhouse.com.
DM Playhouse Presents THE BEST CHRISTMAS PAGEANT EVER
by BWW News Desk - October 25, 2018
The Des Moines Community Playhouse presents The Best Christmas Pageant Ever, Nov. 2-25, 2018. Tickets may be purchased online at dmplayhouse.com, by phone at 515-277-6261, or at the Playhouse ticket office, 831 42nd St. The Best Christmas Pageant Ever is sponsored by Nationwide.
City Circle Theatre Company To Hold Auditions For The Who's TOMMY 11/9
by BWW News Desk - October 24, 2018
City Circle Theatre Company of Coralville will hold auditions for The Who's Tommy on Friday, November 9 from 6 pm to 9 pm and Saturday, November 10 from 2 pm to 6 pm. Callbacks will be held Sunday, November 11 at 2 pm if needed. Auditions and callbacks will take place at the Community of Christ Church, 2121 S. Ridge Drive in Coralville.
DM Playhouse Announces 2018 Dionysos Awards Recipients
by BWW News Desk - October 15, 2018
The Des Moines Community Playhouse held the 2018 Dionysos Awards on Sunday, Oct. 14. The theatre honored 18 backstage, front-of-house, and education volunteers, and announced 10 acting award winners. The evening with a number from Billy Elliot The Musical, on stage now through Oct. 28.
AN EVENING WITH RODGERS AND HAMMERSTEIN A Special Concert At The Coralville Center For The Performing Arts
by BWW News Desk - October 13, 2018
The special concert, An Evening with Rodgers and Hammerstein, will be presented at 7:30 pm today, October 13 at the Coralville Center for the Performing Arts. With soloists Rinde Eckert, Alexandra Schiano, and Mary Denmead, the CCPA orchestra takes the stage to share some of the most iconic showtunes of our time. Hear favorites from South Pacific, The Sound of Music, Cinderella, and more. Ed Kottick and Josh Sazon present an evening of music and stories celebrating the kings of Broadway, Richard Rodgers and Oscar Hammerstein.
DM Playhouse Presents SPECTRUM STORIES
by BWW News Desk - October 11, 2018
Spectrum Stories comes to the Des Moines Community Playhouse Saturday, Oct. 13, 2018, from 1:30-2:30 PM. Registration is $5 per participant at the door. Pre-registration is availible online at dmplayhouse.com and is highly encouraged, although drop-ins are welcome. Spectrum Stories is sponsored by Fareway Economical Food Stores.
DM Playhouse Honors Legends
by BWW News Desk - October 11, 2018
The Des Moines Community Playhouse honors legends J Michael Kellar, Melissa Kellar, Greg Leavengood, Mark Morrison, and Antonia Nozicka on Saturday, Oct. 20, 2018. A reception begins at 3:00 PM with a program at 4:00 PM.
DM Playhouse's Second Saturday Season Starts Oct. 13
by BWW News Desk - October 11, 2018
The Des Moines Community Playhouse is the home of Second Saturday, an alternative Saturday night entertainment for young adults in grades 6-12. The new season kicks off Saturday, Oct. 13, 2018, from 7:30-10:00 PM.
Friday Funday Season Kicks Off Oct. 29 at DM Playhouse
by BWW News Desk - October 11, 2018
Join the Des Moines Community Playhouse on Oct. 19, 2018, for The Ants and the Grasshopper. This story is part of the 2018-19 season of Friday Funday, a creative paticipatory story theatre program for children ages 4-6. Performances are at the Playhouse, Friday, Oct. 19, at 9:30 AM, 10:45 AM, and 1:30 PM. Shows are approximately 45 minutes in length.
DM Playhouse Holds 16th Annual Hollywood Halloween Costume Party
by BWW News Desk - October 11, 2018
Tickets are now on sale for the 16th annual Hollywood Halloween on Friday, Oct. 26, 2018. This "50s Night at the Drive-In" themed costume party begins at 6:30 PM in The Big Room at Mainframe Studios, 900 Keo Way. Tickets are $125 per person or $75 each for young adults ages 21-35 and include complimentary food, wine, beer, and live music. Proceeds from the event benefit educational programs conducted by the Playhouse, impacting more than 7,000 children each year. Tickets are available for purchase online at dmplayhouse.com or by phone at 515-277-6261.
AN EVENING WITH RODGERS AND HAMMERSTEIN A Special Concert At The Coralville Center For The Performing Arts
by BWW News Desk - October 05, 2018
The special concert, An Evening with Rodgers and Hammerstein, will be presented at 7:30 pm on Saturday, October 13 at the Coralville Center for the Performing Arts. With soloists Rinde Eckert, Alexandra Schiano, and Mary Denmead, the CCPA orchestra takes the stage to share some of the most iconic showtunes of our time. Hear favorites from South Pacific, The Sound of Music, Cinderella, and more. Ed Kottick and Josh Sazon present an evening of music and stories celebrating the kings of Broadway, Richard Rodgers and Oscar Hammerstein.

Videos


Polkadots: The Cool Kids Musical in Des Moines Polkadots: The Cool Kids Musical
Des Moines Playhouse (5/8 - 5/24)
Disney's Frozen: The Broadway Musical at The Des Moines Playhouse in Des Moines Disney's Frozen: The Broadway Musical at The Des Moines Playhouse
Des Moines Playhouse (12/5 - 12/27)
Final Act Ensemble: Valentine's Show in Des Moines Final Act Ensemble: Valentine's Show
Des Moines Playhouse (2/10 - 2/10)
Noises Off in Des Moines Noises Off
Des Moines Playhouse (6/5 - 6/21)
Black Jacket Symphony: Pink Floyd’s The Wall at Orpheum Theatre in Des Moines Black Jacket Symphony: Pink Floyd’s The Wall at Orpheum Theatre
Orpheum Theatre (2/24 - 2/24)
Legally Blonde in Des Moines Legally Blonde
Des Moines Playhouse (7/10 - 7/26)
The Lightning Thief in Des Moines The Lightning Thief
Des Moines Playhouse (3/6 - 3/22)
VIEW SHOWS  ADD A SHOW