Coralville Arts Commission Hosts Diversity Workshop
by BWW News Desk - August 11, 2017
Local arts organizations and individuals are invited to Developing Diversity, Elevating Equity in an effort to expand our understanding and affect inclusive change.
by BWW News Desk - August 11, 2017
Local arts organizations and individuals are invited to Developing Diversity, Elevating Equity in an effort to expand our understanding and affect inclusive change.
BWW Review: UNNECESSARY FARCE at Ankeny Community Theatre
by Nolan Boggess - August 06, 2017
What do you get when two undercover cops, a clueless mayor, his wife, a security guard, an accountant and the Scottish mob collide in two conjoining motel rooms set somewhere in the middle of America? The answer has to be a poorly thought out joke or the play Unnecessary Farce by Paul Slade Smith, which is the final show of Ankeny Community Theatre's 35th season. Luckily, the cast of Unnecessary Farce does great wonders with this complicated joke and provides a wild and farcical time while squeezing out every ounce of humor in this lackluster and predictable script.
by Nolan Boggess - August 06, 2017
What do you get when two undercover cops, a clueless mayor, his wife, a security guard, an accountant and the Scottish mob collide in two conjoining motel rooms set somewhere in the middle of America? The answer has to be a poorly thought out joke or the play Unnecessary Farce by Paul Slade Smith, which is the final show of Ankeny Community Theatre's 35th season. Luckily, the cast of Unnecessary Farce does great wonders with this complicated joke and provides a wild and farcical time while squeezing out every ounce of humor in this lackluster and predictable script.
BWW Review: THE AMEN CORNER at Pyramid Theatre Company
by Nolan Boggess - July 31, 2017
Redemption is on the mind in Pyramid Theatre Company's The Amen Corner, the classic James Baldwin show that completes Pyramid's summer season. Baldwin's play often rests on questions concerning redemption, sacrifice, and spirituality making the show a fitting choice for Pyramid after two successful seasons in Des Moines. While this production is able to bring spirit and liveliness through its passionate performances, often times the delivery gets lost in Baldwin's layered script and comes across as plain confusing.
by Nolan Boggess - July 31, 2017
Redemption is on the mind in Pyramid Theatre Company's The Amen Corner, the classic James Baldwin show that completes Pyramid's summer season. Baldwin's play often rests on questions concerning redemption, sacrifice, and spirituality making the show a fitting choice for Pyramid after two successful seasons in Des Moines. While this production is able to bring spirit and liveliness through its passionate performances, often times the delivery gets lost in Baldwin's layered script and comes across as plain confusing.
BWW Review: GUYS & DOLLS at Urbandale Community Theatre
by Nolan Boggess - July 30, 2017
Although Urbandale Community Theatre's dedication to producing classic shows may be safer than putting on contemporary pieces, a classic must be done in a fresh way in order to convince the audience that the show must be seen. This production remains fresh enough to receive that seal of approval and entertains in spite of certain scenes that slow down the action. I will say that I wish Urbandale Community Theatre would sometimes be riskier in its selection of show, but Guys & Dolls convinces me enough that classics are here to stay.
by Nolan Boggess - July 30, 2017
Although Urbandale Community Theatre's dedication to producing classic shows may be safer than putting on contemporary pieces, a classic must be done in a fresh way in order to convince the audience that the show must be seen. This production remains fresh enough to receive that seal of approval and entertains in spite of certain scenes that slow down the action. I will say that I wish Urbandale Community Theatre would sometimes be riskier in its selection of show, but Guys & Dolls convinces me enough that classics are here to stay.
BWW Review: MISSISSIPPI GODDAMN at Pyramid Theatre Company
by Nolan Boggess - July 28, 2017
In times of great distress, fear can make people do terrible things. It can push wives to turn on husbands, mothers to turn on children, and neighbors to turn on neighbors. This idea surrounds Mississippi Goddamn, a new play by Jonathan Norton that received its first official staging at Pyramid Theatre Company last night. Norton's new play is a force to be reckoned with, as he looks into the fear and actions of one family living next to Civil Rights Activist Medgar Evers while investigating what acts of betrayal lie under one household. Although Mississippi Goddamn could benefit from slightly tightening technical and delivery aspects, Norton's story and sincere performances from the entire cast drive the idea of fear and betrayal home to create a wonderfully tense and exciting performance.
by Nolan Boggess - July 28, 2017
In times of great distress, fear can make people do terrible things. It can push wives to turn on husbands, mothers to turn on children, and neighbors to turn on neighbors. This idea surrounds Mississippi Goddamn, a new play by Jonathan Norton that received its first official staging at Pyramid Theatre Company last night. Norton's new play is a force to be reckoned with, as he looks into the fear and actions of one family living next to Civil Rights Activist Medgar Evers while investigating what acts of betrayal lie under one household. Although Mississippi Goddamn could benefit from slightly tightening technical and delivery aspects, Norton's story and sincere performances from the entire cast drive the idea of fear and betrayal home to create a wonderfully tense and exciting performance.
Des Moines Playhouse Performance Academy presents THE MUSIC MAN JR.
by BWW News Desk - July 28, 2017
The Des Moines Community Playhouse Performance Academy presents 'Meredith Willson's The Music Man Jr.,' July 28-29, 2017. Shows are today, July 28, at 10:00 AM and 1:00 PM, and on Saturday, July 29, at 1:00 PM and 4:00 PM. Tickets are $10 all ages and can be purchased at dmplayhouse.com or at the Playhouse ticket office.
by BWW News Desk - July 28, 2017
The Des Moines Community Playhouse Performance Academy presents 'Meredith Willson's The Music Man Jr.,' July 28-29, 2017. Shows are today, July 28, at 10:00 AM and 1:00 PM, and on Saturday, July 29, at 1:00 PM and 4:00 PM. Tickets are $10 all ages and can be purchased at dmplayhouse.com or at the Playhouse ticket office.
Des Moines Community Playhouse Throws the City a Summer Street Party
by BWW News Desk - July 27, 2017
The city is invited to a Summer Street Party, 5:00-8:30 PM, Thursday, August 3, 2017, on Rollins Avenue between 42nd Street and 41st Street. Hosted by #ShopRoosevelt, Roosevelt Cultural District, and the Des Moines Community Playhouse's Curtain Crowd, the block party features food trucks, live music, kids activities, and a live visual arts creation.
by BWW News Desk - July 27, 2017
The city is invited to a Summer Street Party, 5:00-8:30 PM, Thursday, August 3, 2017, on Rollins Avenue between 42nd Street and 41st Street. Hosted by #ShopRoosevelt, Roosevelt Cultural District, and the Des Moines Community Playhouse's Curtain Crowd, the block party features food trucks, live music, kids activities, and a live visual arts creation.
Des Moines Community Playhouse Announces 2017 Dionysos Awards Honorees
by BWW News Desk - July 24, 2017
The Des Moines Community Playhouse held the 2017 Dionysos Awards on Sunday, July 23. The theatre honored 21 backstage, front-of-house, and education volunteers, and announced 10 acting award winners.
by BWW News Desk - July 24, 2017
The Des Moines Community Playhouse held the 2017 Dionysos Awards on Sunday, July 23. The theatre honored 21 backstage, front-of-house, and education volunteers, and announced 10 acting award winners.
DM Playhouse to Honor Acting Legends With Summer Reception
by BWW News Desk - July 22, 2017
The Des Moines Community Playhouse honors legends Steve Berry, Gina Gedler, Linda Juckette, and Joe Tish today, July 22.
by BWW News Desk - July 22, 2017
The Des Moines Community Playhouse honors legends Steve Berry, Gina Gedler, Linda Juckette, and Joe Tish today, July 22.
BWW Previews: GUYS AND DOLLS at Urbandale Community Theatre
by Nolan Boggess - July 21, 2017
For the past two decades, Urbandale Community Theatre has been entertaining the local community with an annual summer musical theatre production. This tradition continues this year with a new production of Guys and Dolls running July 21 - 30, 2017. Guys and Dolls, the 1950 Frank Loesser production that has been a staple of American musical theatre since its debut, also continues Urbandale Community Theatre's tradition of utilizing a volunteer cast, crew, and orchestra in combination with a professional production team to create a polished theatrical experience that reaches all areas of the Urbandale community.
by Nolan Boggess - July 21, 2017
For the past two decades, Urbandale Community Theatre has been entertaining the local community with an annual summer musical theatre production. This tradition continues this year with a new production of Guys and Dolls running July 21 - 30, 2017. Guys and Dolls, the 1950 Frank Loesser production that has been a staple of American musical theatre since its debut, also continues Urbandale Community Theatre's tradition of utilizing a volunteer cast, crew, and orchestra in combination with a professional production team to create a polished theatrical experience that reaches all areas of the Urbandale community.
Des Moines Playhouse Performance Academy presents THE MUSIC MAN JR.
by BWW News Desk - July 21, 2017
The Des Moines Community Playhouse Performance Academy presents 'Meredith Willson's The Music Man Jr.,' July 28-29, 2017. Shows are on Friday, July 28, at 10:00 AM and 1:00 PM, and on Saturday, July 29, at 1:00 PM and 4:00 PM. Tickets are $10 all ages and can be purchased at dmplayhouse.com or at the Playhouse ticket office.
by BWW News Desk - July 21, 2017
The Des Moines Community Playhouse Performance Academy presents 'Meredith Willson's The Music Man Jr.,' July 28-29, 2017. Shows are on Friday, July 28, at 10:00 AM and 1:00 PM, and on Saturday, July 29, at 1:00 PM and 4:00 PM. Tickets are $10 all ages and can be purchased at dmplayhouse.com or at the Playhouse ticket office.
DM Playhouse's Final Act Ensemble to Perform Evening of Radio Shows
by BWW News Desk - July 18, 2017
The Des Moines Community Playhouse's Final Act Ensemble presents their annual summer showcase, an evening of radio shows, Today, July 18, at 7:00 PM.
by BWW News Desk - July 18, 2017
The Des Moines Community Playhouse's Final Act Ensemble presents their annual summer showcase, an evening of radio shows, Today, July 18, at 7:00 PM.
BWW Review: THE MUSIC MAN at The Des Moines Playhouse
by Nolan Boggess - July 15, 2017
This production of The Music Man will lift your spirits and remind you of a great staple of American musical theatre, even if it does need some modern rewrites.
by Nolan Boggess - July 15, 2017
This production of The Music Man will lift your spirits and remind you of a great staple of American musical theatre, even if it does need some modern rewrites.
Des Moines Playhouse presents THE MUSIC MAN, 7/14-8/6
by BWW News Desk - July 14, 2017
There's trouble in River City! Fast-talking traveling salesman Harold Hill (Brad D. Church) cons Iowa-stubborn citizens by convincing them to purchase instruments and uniforms for a boys' band. But his plans to skip town with the money are thwarted when he meets Marian (Katy Merriman), the librarian, and falls in love… first with her, and then with the town. 'The Music Man' is Meredith Willson's tribute to his home state, and one of the Playhouse's most-requested musicals.
by BWW News Desk - July 14, 2017
There's trouble in River City! Fast-talking traveling salesman Harold Hill (Brad D. Church) cons Iowa-stubborn citizens by convincing them to purchase instruments and uniforms for a boys' band. But his plans to skip town with the money are thwarted when he meets Marian (Katy Merriman), the librarian, and falls in love… first with her, and then with the town. 'The Music Man' is Meredith Willson's tribute to his home state, and one of the Playhouse's most-requested musicals.
DM Playhouse's Final Act Ensemble to Perform Evening of Radio Shows
by BWW News Desk - July 11, 2017
The Des Moines Community Playhouse's Final Act Ensemble presents their annual summer showcase, an evening of radio shows, Tuesday, July 18, at 7:00 PM.
by BWW News Desk - July 11, 2017
The Des Moines Community Playhouse's Final Act Ensemble presents their annual summer showcase, an evening of radio shows, Tuesday, July 18, at 7:00 PM.
DM Playhouse to Honor Acting Legends With Summer Reception
by BWW News Desk - July 11, 2017
The Des Moines Community Playhouse honors legends Steve Berry, Gina Gedler, Linda Juckette, and Joe Tish on Saturday, July 22.
by BWW News Desk - July 11, 2017
The Des Moines Community Playhouse honors legends Steve Berry, Gina Gedler, Linda Juckette, and Joe Tish on Saturday, July 22.
DM Playhouse to Host 2017 Dionysos Awards This Summer
by BWW News Desk - July 11, 2017
Join the Des Moines Community Playhouse for the 2016-17 Dionysos Awards on Sunday, July 23. The Dionysos Awards celebrates the contributions of more than 1,700 individuals, giving 77,000 hours annually as actors, backstage crews, and front-of-house volunteers.
by BWW News Desk - July 11, 2017
Join the Des Moines Community Playhouse for the 2016-17 Dionysos Awards on Sunday, July 23. The Dionysos Awards celebrates the contributions of more than 1,700 individuals, giving 77,000 hours annually as actors, backstage crews, and front-of-house volunteers.
Hollywood Actor Jay Huguley to Star in Okoboji's 60th Anniversary Production of BOEING-BOEING
by BWW News Desk - July 11, 2017
Known for taking on gritty and bold roles on hit TV shows like 'The Walking Dead' and HBO's 'True Detective' and in films like the Oscar-winning 12 Years a Slave, established Hollywood actor Jay Huguley will be returning to the stage to star in French playwright Marc Camoletti's 60s era farce 'Boeing-Boeing,' it has been announced today.
by BWW News Desk - July 11, 2017
Known for taking on gritty and bold roles on hit TV shows like 'The Walking Dead' and HBO's 'True Detective' and in films like the Oscar-winning 12 Years a Slave, established Hollywood actor Jay Huguley will be returning to the stage to star in French playwright Marc Camoletti's 60s era farce 'Boeing-Boeing,' it has been announced today.
Photo Flash: First Look at THE MUSIC MAN at Des Moines Playhouse
by BWW News Desk - July 07, 2017
The Des Moines Community Playhouse presents Meredith Willson's "The Music Man," July 14-Aug. 6, 2017. 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 - July 07, 2017
The Des Moines Community Playhouse presents Meredith Willson's "The Music Man," July 14-Aug. 6, 2017. Tickets may be purchased online at dmplayhouse.com, by phone at 515-277-6261, or at the Playhouse ticket office, 831 42nd St.
BWW Feature: Full Summer of Shows at Cedar Summerstock Theatre
by BWW News Desk - July 06, 2017
One of Iowa's newest theatre companies has scheduled a full slate of productions for its first summer.
by BWW News Desk - July 06, 2017
One of Iowa's newest theatre companies has scheduled a full slate of productions for its first summer.
Des Moines Playhouse presents THE MUSIC MAN, 7/14-8/6
by BWW News Desk - June 28, 2017
There's trouble in River City! Fast-talking traveling salesman Harold Hill (Brad D. Church) cons Iowa-stubborn citizens by convincing them to purchase instruments and uniforms for a boys' band. But his plans to skip town with the money are thwarted when he meets Marian (Katy Merriman), the librarian, and falls in love… first with her, and then with the town. 'The Music Man' is Meredith Willson's tribute to his home state, and one of the Playhouse's most-requested musicals.
by BWW News Desk - June 28, 2017
There's trouble in River City! Fast-talking traveling salesman Harold Hill (Brad D. Church) cons Iowa-stubborn citizens by convincing them to purchase instruments and uniforms for a boys' band. But his plans to skip town with the money are thwarted when he meets Marian (Katy Merriman), the librarian, and falls in love… first with her, and then with the town. 'The Music Man' is Meredith Willson's tribute to his home state, and one of the Playhouse's most-requested musicals.
BWW Review: Theatre Cedar Rapids Brings Life to Vinegar Tom
by Shy White - June 26, 2017
TCR Presents Vinegar Tom in an insanely entertaining manner, audience was kept on the edge of their seats!
by Shy White - June 26, 2017
TCR Presents Vinegar Tom in an insanely entertaining manner, audience was kept on the edge of their seats!
Des Moines Metro Opera Announces Casting for 45th Summer Festival Season
by BWW News Desk - June 23, 2017
Des Moines Metro Opera's (DMMO) General and Artistic Director, Michael Egel, has announced the full casting for the Company's 45th Summer Festival Season, which runs from June 23 through July 16, 2017, and offers 17 performances of four different operas.
by BWW News Desk - June 23, 2017
Des Moines Metro Opera's (DMMO) General and Artistic Director, Michael Egel, has announced the full casting for the Company's 45th Summer Festival Season, which runs from June 23 through July 16, 2017, and offers 17 performances of four different operas.
Hollywood Actor Jay Huguley to Star in Okoboji's 60th Anniversary Production of BOEING-BOEING
by BWW News Desk - June 08, 2017
Known for taking on gritty and bold roles on hit TV shows like 'The Walking Dead' and HBO's 'True Detective' and in films like the Oscar-winning 12 Years a Slave, established Hollywood actor Jay Huguley will be returning to the stage to star in French playwright Marc Camoletti's 60s era farce 'Boeing-Boeing,' it has been announced today.
by BWW News Desk - June 08, 2017
Known for taking on gritty and bold roles on hit TV shows like 'The Walking Dead' and HBO's 'True Detective' and in films like the Oscar-winning 12 Years a Slave, established Hollywood actor Jay Huguley will be returning to the stage to star in French playwright Marc Camoletti's 60s era farce 'Boeing-Boeing,' it has been announced today.
Photo Flash: First Look at VICTOR/VICTORIA at Revival Theatre Company
by BWW News Desk - June 02, 2017
Victor/Victoria, with book by Blake Edwards, lyrics by Leslie Bricusse, and music by Henry Mancini, with additional music by Frank Wildhorn, is making its Iowa Premiere through June 4 at Revival Theatre Company. BroadwayWorld has a first look at the cast in action below!
by BWW News Desk - June 02, 2017
Victor/Victoria, with book by Blake Edwards, lyrics by Leslie Bricusse, and music by Henry Mancini, with additional music by Frank Wildhorn, is making its Iowa Premiere through June 4 at Revival Theatre Company. BroadwayWorld has a first look at the cast in action below!
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