Des Moines Playhouse presents MISS NELSON IS MISSING!
by BWW News Desk - February 14, 2018
The Des Moines Community Playhouse presents 'Miss Nelson Is Missing!,' Feb. 23-Mar. 11, 2018. Tickets may be purchased online at dmplayhouse.com, by phone at 515-277-6261, or at the Playhouse ticket office, 831 42nd St. ' Miss Nelson Is Missing!' is sponsored by Nationwide.
by BWW News Desk - February 14, 2018
The Des Moines Community Playhouse presents 'Miss Nelson Is Missing!,' Feb. 23-Mar. 11, 2018. Tickets may be purchased online at dmplayhouse.com, by phone at 515-277-6261, or at the Playhouse ticket office, 831 42nd St. ' Miss Nelson Is Missing!' is sponsored by Nationwide.
Des Moines Playhouse Presents GOLDEN AGE OF RADIO
by BWW News Desk - February 05, 2018
The Des Moines Community Playhouse's Final Act Ensemble presents their winter show, a salute to old-time radio comedy, at 7:00 PM, Tuesday, Feb. 27, 2018. Tickets are $10 for all ages and available online at dmplayhouse.com and at the Playhouse ticket office, 515-277-6261.
by BWW News Desk - February 05, 2018
The Des Moines Community Playhouse's Final Act Ensemble presents their winter show, a salute to old-time radio comedy, at 7:00 PM, Tuesday, Feb. 27, 2018. Tickets are $10 for all ages and available online at dmplayhouse.com and at the Playhouse ticket office, 515-277-6261.
Des Moines Playhouse Announces 100th Season at Upcoming Party
by BWW News Desk - February 02, 2018
The Des Moines Community Playhouse has the most celebrating, eye-popping, song-singing, 100-year loving, big-doings season ever. The theatre's 100th season includes four musicals, plus drama, comedy, and family shows. Be part of the excitement as the titles are revealed at the 2018-19 Season Announcement Party, 5:30-6:30 PM, Monday, Feb. 26, 2018. The party is free, but reservations are required by Feb. 20 at dmplayhouse.com.
by BWW News Desk - February 02, 2018
The Des Moines Community Playhouse has the most celebrating, eye-popping, song-singing, 100-year loving, big-doings season ever. The theatre's 100th season includes four musicals, plus drama, comedy, and family shows. Be part of the excitement as the titles are revealed at the 2018-19 Season Announcement Party, 5:30-6:30 PM, Monday, Feb. 26, 2018. The party is free, but reservations are required by Feb. 20 at dmplayhouse.com.
Des Moines Playhouse Hosts Teen Improv Night
by BWW News Desk - February 02, 2018
The Des Moines Community Playhouse is the home for Second Saturday, an alternative Saturday night entertainment for young people in grades 6-12. The teen improv starts 7:30-10:00 PM, Saturday, Feb. 10. Cost is $9. Pre-registration is strongly encouraged, and is available online at dmplayhouse.com.
by BWW News Desk - February 02, 2018
The Des Moines Community Playhouse is the home for Second Saturday, an alternative Saturday night entertainment for young people in grades 6-12. The teen improv starts 7:30-10:00 PM, Saturday, Feb. 10. Cost is $9. Pre-registration is strongly encouraged, and is available online at dmplayhouse.com.
City Circle Acting Company Presents The Musical CHESS in Concert
by BWW News Desk - January 26, 2018
City Circle Acting Company of Coralville will present the musical CHESS in Concert on February 9-11 at the Coralville Center for the Performing Arts. Performances are February 9 and 10 at 7:30 p.m. and February 11 at 2 p.m.
by BWW News Desk - January 26, 2018
City Circle Acting Company of Coralville will present the musical CHESS in Concert on February 9-11 at the Coralville Center for the Performing Arts. Performances are February 9 and 10 at 7:30 p.m. and February 11 at 2 p.m.
BWW Review: TURANDOT triumphs at Cedar Rapids Opera Theatre
by Zachary James - January 25, 2018
Cedar Rapids Opera Theatre presented Puccini's epic Turandot as part of the company's Twentieth Anniversary season, January 19th and 21st at the historic Paramount Theatre in downtown Cedar Rapids, delivering a handsome production, richly adorned with all the spectacle and vocal fireworks one could hope for in a presentation of Puccini's final work.
by Zachary James - January 25, 2018
Cedar Rapids Opera Theatre presented Puccini's epic Turandot as part of the company's Twentieth Anniversary season, January 19th and 21st at the historic Paramount Theatre in downtown Cedar Rapids, delivering a handsome production, richly adorned with all the spectacle and vocal fireworks one could hope for in a presentation of Puccini's final work.
The Des Moines Community Playhouse Celebrates 100 Years In Song
by BWW News Desk - January 25, 2018
The Des Moines Community Playhouse is approaching its 100th anniversary, and has already begun the celebration with a special performances each year leading up to the big day. On Feb. 16-17, the Playhouse will continue the trip down memory lane with 'Countdown to 100: Musicals of the 2000s.' The program celebrates Playhouse and Broadway musical theatre history. 'Countdown to 100' is presented by Hubbell Realty Company with support from Workiva.
by BWW News Desk - January 25, 2018
The Des Moines Community Playhouse is approaching its 100th anniversary, and has already begun the celebration with a special performances each year leading up to the big day. On Feb. 16-17, the Playhouse will continue the trip down memory lane with 'Countdown to 100: Musicals of the 2000s.' The program celebrates Playhouse and Broadway musical theatre history. 'Countdown to 100' is presented by Hubbell Realty Company with support from Workiva.
CELTIC FIRE Comes To The Temple Theater
by BWW News Desk - January 22, 2018
Des Moines Performing Arts presents one of Ireland's leading tenors, MICHAEL LONDRA'S CELTIC FIRE, at the Temple Theater on Thursday, March 15, 2018 at 7:30 p.m. Tickets to MICHAEL LONDRA'S CELTIC FIRE will be available starting at 9:00 a.m. on Friday, Jan. 26, 2018 at DMPA.org, the Civic Center Ticket Office, or by phone at (515) 246-2300.
by BWW News Desk - January 22, 2018
Des Moines Performing Arts presents one of Ireland's leading tenors, MICHAEL LONDRA'S CELTIC FIRE, at the Temple Theater on Thursday, March 15, 2018 at 7:30 p.m. Tickets to MICHAEL LONDRA'S CELTIC FIRE will be available starting at 9:00 a.m. on Friday, Jan. 26, 2018 at DMPA.org, the Civic Center Ticket Office, or by phone at (515) 246-2300.
Coralville Center For The Performing Arts Announces February Events
by BWW News Desk - January 19, 2018
The Coralville Center for the Performing Arts will welcome exciting talent for a variety of February events. The full schedule can be seen here.
by BWW News Desk - January 19, 2018
The Coralville Center for the Performing Arts will welcome exciting talent for a variety of February events. The full schedule can be seen here.
Cast Announced for RAGTIME
by BWW News Desk - January 16, 2018
Revival Theatre Company (RTC) proudly opens its fourth season with Ragtime in Concert written by Terrence McNally, with lyrics by Lynn Ahrens and music by Stephen Flaherty. Ragtime, set in early 20th century New York City, introduces the American experience through three different perspectives: African Americans, represented by Coalhouse Walker Jr., a Harlem musician; upper-class suburbanites, represented by Mother, the matriarch of a white upper-class family in New Rochelle, New York; and Eastern European immigrants, represented by Tateh, a Jewish immigrant from Latvia. Many turn of the 20th century historical figures are featured including Harry Houdini, Evelyn Nesbit, Booker T. Washington, J. P. Morgan, Henry Ford, Stanford White, Harry Kendall Thaw, Admiral Peary, Matthew Henson, and Emma Goldman.
by BWW News Desk - January 16, 2018
Revival Theatre Company (RTC) proudly opens its fourth season with Ragtime in Concert written by Terrence McNally, with lyrics by Lynn Ahrens and music by Stephen Flaherty. Ragtime, set in early 20th century New York City, introduces the American experience through three different perspectives: African Americans, represented by Coalhouse Walker Jr., a Harlem musician; upper-class suburbanites, represented by Mother, the matriarch of a white upper-class family in New Rochelle, New York; and Eastern European immigrants, represented by Tateh, a Jewish immigrant from Latvia. Many turn of the 20th century historical figures are featured including Harry Houdini, Evelyn Nesbit, Booker T. Washington, J. P. Morgan, Henry Ford, Stanford White, Harry Kendall Thaw, Admiral Peary, Matthew Henson, and Emma Goldman.
DM Playhouse Announces Auditions for RAGTIME
by BWW News Desk - January 15, 2018
Auditions for the Tony-nominated musical 'Ragtime' will be held at the Des Moines Playhouse at 6:30 PM on Monday, Jan. 29, 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. Questions about auditions should be directed to Robin Spahr, 515-974-5365.
by BWW News Desk - January 15, 2018
Auditions for the Tony-nominated musical 'Ragtime' will be held at the Des Moines Playhouse at 6:30 PM on Monday, Jan. 29, 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. Questions about auditions should be directed to Robin Spahr, 515-974-5365.
Des Moines Playhouse Presents MISERY
by BWW News Desk - January 15, 2018
The Des Moines Community Playhouse presents the suspense-filled 'Misery,' Jan. 26-Feb. 11, 2018. Tickets may be purchased online at dmplayhouse.com, by phone at 515-277-6261, or at the Playhouse ticket office, 831 42nd St. 'Misery' is sponsored by Edward Jones.
by BWW News Desk - January 15, 2018
The Des Moines Community Playhouse presents the suspense-filled 'Misery,' Jan. 26-Feb. 11, 2018. Tickets may be purchased online at dmplayhouse.com, by phone at 515-277-6261, or at the Playhouse ticket office, 831 42nd St. 'Misery' is sponsored by Edward Jones.
DM Playhouse Announces Teen Theatre Night
by BWW News Desk - January 04, 2018
The Des Moines Community Playhouse is the home for Second Saturday, an alternative Saturday night entertainment for young people in grades 6-12. The teen improv night will be held 7:30-10:00 PM, Saturday, Jan. 13, 2018. Cost is $9. Pre-registration is strongly encouraged, and is available online at dmplayhouse.com.
by BWW News Desk - January 04, 2018
The Des Moines Community Playhouse is the home for Second Saturday, an alternative Saturday night entertainment for young people in grades 6-12. The teen improv night will be held 7:30-10:00 PM, Saturday, Jan. 13, 2018. Cost is $9. Pre-registration is strongly encouraged, and is available online at dmplayhouse.com.
DM Playhouse Continues Friday Funday with 3 LITTLE PIGS
by BWW News Desk - January 04, 2018
Join the Des Moines Community Playhouse on Jan. 12, 2018, for 'The Three Little Pigs.' This story is part of the 2017-18 season of Friday Funday, a creative participatory story theatre program for children ages 4-6. Performances are at the Playhouse, Friday, Jan. 12, at 9:30 AM, 10:45 AM, and 1:30 PM. Shows are approximately 45 minutes in length. The performance at 10:45 AM will have audio description, provided by IRIS.
by BWW News Desk - January 04, 2018
Join the Des Moines Community Playhouse on Jan. 12, 2018, for 'The Three Little Pigs.' This story is part of the 2017-18 season of Friday Funday, a creative participatory story theatre program for children ages 4-6. Performances are at the Playhouse, Friday, Jan. 12, at 9:30 AM, 10:45 AM, and 1:30 PM. Shows are approximately 45 minutes in length. The performance at 10:45 AM will have audio description, provided by IRIS.
DM Playhouse Announces Teen Theatre Night
by BWW News Desk - January 04, 2018
The Des Moines Community Playhouse is the home for Second Saturday, an alternative Saturday night entertainment for young people in grades 6-12. The teen improv night will be held 7:30-10:00 PM, Saturday, Jan. 13, 2018. Cost is $9. Pre-registration is strongly encouraged, and is available online at dmplayhouse.com.
by BWW News Desk - January 04, 2018
The Des Moines Community Playhouse is the home for Second Saturday, an alternative Saturday night entertainment for young people in grades 6-12. The teen improv night will be held 7:30-10:00 PM, Saturday, Jan. 13, 2018. Cost is $9. Pre-registration is strongly encouraged, and is available online at dmplayhouse.com.
DM Playhouse Presents THE THREE LITTLE PIGS
by BWW News Desk - January 04, 2018
Join the Des Moines Community Playhouse on Jan. 12, 2018, for 'The Three Little Pigs.' This story is part of the 2017-18 season of Friday Funday, a creative participatory story theatre program for children ages 4-6. Performances are at the Playhouse, Friday, Jan. 12, at 9:30 AM, 10:45 AM, and 1:30 PM. Shows are approximately 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.
by BWW News Desk - January 04, 2018
Join the Des Moines Community Playhouse on Jan. 12, 2018, for 'The Three Little Pigs.' This story is part of the 2017-18 season of Friday Funday, a creative participatory story theatre program for children ages 4-6. Performances are at the Playhouse, Friday, Jan. 12, at 9:30 AM, 10:45 AM, and 1:30 PM. Shows are approximately 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.
BWW Review: DISNEY'S THE LITTLE MERMAID at The Des Moines Playhouse
by Nolan Boggess - December 22, 2017
It is somewhat of an unspoken rule in community theatre that if it's Disney, it sells. This magic word, in combination with the team that made the Cloris Award-sweeping Young Frankenstein last summer, ought to make the Playhouse's production a surefire hit. Luckily, the math adds up for the Playhouse even if the production lacks cohesion at times and is not the best musical adaptation Disney has created.
by Nolan Boggess - December 22, 2017
It is somewhat of an unspoken rule in community theatre that if it's Disney, it sells. This magic word, in combination with the team that made the Cloris Award-sweeping Young Frankenstein last summer, ought to make the Playhouse's production a surefire hit. Luckily, the math adds up for the Playhouse even if the production lacks cohesion at times and is not the best musical adaptation Disney has created.
Des Moines Playhouse Presents ELEPHANT & PIGGIE
by BWW News Desk - December 21, 2017
The Des Moines Community Playhouse presents 'Elephant & Piggie's 'We Are in a Play!' Jan. 5-21, 2018. Tickets may be purchased online at dmplayhouse.com, by phone at 515-277-6261, or at the Playhouse ticket office, 831 42nd St. 'Elephant & Piggie's 'We Are in a Play!' is sponsored by Nationwide.
by BWW News Desk - December 21, 2017
The Des Moines Community Playhouse presents 'Elephant & Piggie's 'We Are in a Play!' Jan. 5-21, 2018. Tickets may be purchased online at dmplayhouse.com, by phone at 515-277-6261, or at the Playhouse ticket office, 831 42nd St. 'Elephant & Piggie's 'We Are in a Play!' is sponsored by Nationwide.
BWW Review: A CHRISTMAS CAROL Brings Comfort and Joy at Iowa Stage Theatre Company
by Zachary James - December 18, 2017
Love and joy come to you , and come to you it may if you have the chance to join Iowa Stage Theatre Company as they bring 2017 to a close with A Christmas Carol. In this digital age as we increasingly turn to our screens for happy endorphins, the holidays are the perfect time to partake in the unforgettable joy and magic of sharing live arts with loved ones.
by Zachary James - December 18, 2017
Love and joy come to you , and come to you it may if you have the chance to join Iowa Stage Theatre Company as they bring 2017 to a close with A Christmas Carol. In this digital age as we increasingly turn to our screens for happy endorphins, the holidays are the perfect time to partake in the unforgettable joy and magic of sharing live arts with loved ones.
BWW Review: WAITRESS Serves at Des Moines Civic Center
by Zachary James - December 17, 2017
The most important ingredient in every great recipe is love and it's not a secret element in the formula that made the hit musical, Waitress. She is rich with love in heaping scoops and I, for one, am ready for seconds.
by Zachary James - December 17, 2017
The most important ingredient in every great recipe is love and it's not a secret element in the formula that made the hit musical, Waitress. She is rich with love in heaping scoops and I, for one, am ready for seconds.
Des Moines Playhouse Announces TEEN IMPROV NIGHT, Today
by BWW News Desk - December 09, 2017
The Des Moines Community Playhouse is the home for Second Today, an alternative Today night entertainment for young people in grades 6-12. The teen improv night will be held 7:30-10:00 PM, Today, Dec. 9. Cost is $9. Pre-registration is strongly encouraged, and is available online at dmplayhouse.com.
by BWW News Desk - December 09, 2017
The Des Moines Community Playhouse is the home for Second Today, an alternative Today night entertainment for young people in grades 6-12. The teen improv night will be held 7:30-10:00 PM, Today, Dec. 9. Cost is $9. Pre-registration is strongly encouraged, and is available online at dmplayhouse.com.
City Circle Acting Company presents JOSEPH AND THE AMAZING TECHNICOLOR DREAMCOAT
by BWW News Desk - December 08, 2017
City Circle Acting Company of Coralville will present Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat on December 8-10 and 15-17 at the Coralville Center for the Performing Arts. Performances are December 8,9,15 and 16 at 7:30 p.m. and December 10 and 17 at 2 p.m.
by BWW News Desk - December 08, 2017
City Circle Acting Company of Coralville will present Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat on December 8-10 and 15-17 at the Coralville Center for the Performing Arts. Performances are December 8,9,15 and 16 at 7:30 p.m. and December 10 and 17 at 2 p.m.
DM Playhouse Presents THE ELVES AND THE SHOEMAKER
by BWW News Desk - December 04, 2017
Join the Des Moines Community Playhouse on Dec. 15 for 'The Elves and The Shoemaker.' This story is part of the 2017-18 season of Friday Funday, a creative participatory story theatre program for children ages 4-6. Performances are at the Playhouse, Friday, Dec. 15, at 9:30 AM, 10:45 AM, and 1:30 PM. Shows are approximately 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.
by BWW News Desk - December 04, 2017
Join the Des Moines Community Playhouse on Dec. 15 for 'The Elves and The Shoemaker.' This story is part of the 2017-18 season of Friday Funday, a creative participatory story theatre program for children ages 4-6. Performances are at the Playhouse, Friday, Dec. 15, at 9:30 AM, 10:45 AM, and 1:30 PM. Shows are approximately 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.
City Circle Acting Company's Spotlight On Hunger Campaign to Support Local Food Pantry
by BWW News Desk - November 30, 2017
City Circle Acting Company of Coralville is partnering with the Coralville Community Food Pantry to focus a Spotlight on Hunger during its 20th anniversary season. Food insecurity is a pressing problem in Coralville, explains Whitney Russell, City Circle Board member. Through our Spotlight on Hunger campaign we hope to raise community awareness and give everyone who attends our shows, the chance to help.
by BWW News Desk - November 30, 2017
City Circle Acting Company of Coralville is partnering with the Coralville Community Food Pantry to focus a Spotlight on Hunger during its 20th anniversary season. Food insecurity is a pressing problem in Coralville, explains Whitney Russell, City Circle Board member. Through our Spotlight on Hunger campaign we hope to raise community awareness and give everyone who attends our shows, the chance to help.
Revival Theatre Company 2018 Artwork Revealed
by BWW News Desk - November 29, 2017
Revival Theatre Company (RTC) releases their 2018 season artwork for Ragtime, The Bridges of Madison County and Sunday in the Park with George.
by BWW News Desk - November 29, 2017
Revival Theatre Company (RTC) releases their 2018 season artwork for Ragtime, The Bridges of Madison County and Sunday in the Park with George.
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