Disney's FROZEN JR. Comes to Coralville Center for the Performing Arts Next Week
by BWW News Desk - June 14, 2023
Young Footliters Youth Theatre will present a production of Disney’s Frozen Jr. at the Coralville Center for the Performing Arts (CCPA) June 23–25, 2023.
by BWW News Desk - June 14, 2023
Young Footliters Youth Theatre will present a production of Disney’s Frozen Jr. at the Coralville Center for the Performing Arts (CCPA) June 23–25, 2023.
Review: DEAR EVEN HANSEN at Des Moines Performing Arts
by DC Felton - June 07, 2023
Dear Broadwayworld Reader. This week is going to be a good week. That is because 'Dear Evan Hansen' is back in Des Moines through June 11. In 2019, Des Moines Performing Arts brought the first national tour of 'Dear Evan Hansen' early in its run. So it's fitting that it is returning to Des Moines this week as one of its final stops before the tour closes in July. Another reason it's a fitting way to wind up its tour is that as part of the Independent Producers Network, Des Moines Performing Arts has invested in the show's Broadway, National Tour, and London productions. If you've seen the show in the past, or even the movie, after seeing it on opening night in Des Moines, I can say with certainty 'Dear Evan Hansen' is worth revisiting.
by DC Felton - June 07, 2023
Dear Broadwayworld Reader. This week is going to be a good week. That is because 'Dear Evan Hansen' is back in Des Moines through June 11. In 2019, Des Moines Performing Arts brought the first national tour of 'Dear Evan Hansen' early in its run. So it's fitting that it is returning to Des Moines this week as one of its final stops before the tour closes in July. Another reason it's a fitting way to wind up its tour is that as part of the Independent Producers Network, Des Moines Performing Arts has invested in the show's Broadway, National Tour, and London productions. If you've seen the show in the past, or even the movie, after seeing it on opening night in Des Moines, I can say with certainty 'Dear Evan Hansen' is worth revisiting.
NATIVE GARDENS is Now Playing at Des Moines Playhouse
by BWW News Desk - June 05, 2023
Native Gardens is now playing at Des Moines Playhouse. Performances run June 2-18.
by BWW News Desk - June 05, 2023
Native Gardens is now playing at Des Moines Playhouse. Performances run June 2-18.
The World Famous Glenn Miller Orchestra Swings into Coralville in June
by BWW News Desk - May 23, 2023
The World Famous Glenn Miller Orchestra returns to the Coralville Center for the Performing Arts Thursday, June 8 at 7:00 PM.
by BWW News Desk - May 23, 2023
The World Famous Glenn Miller Orchestra returns to the Coralville Center for the Performing Arts Thursday, June 8 at 7:00 PM.
Review: TINA: THE TINA TURNER MUSICAL at Des Moines Performing Arts
by DC Felton - May 18, 2023
What did our Some artists are remembered for being one-hit wonders, while others are known for producing hit after hit. In either case, we are left with the legacy of their music. When you think of Tina Turner, you think of all the hit songs she is known for. The legacy her music still has can be seen on stage at Des Moines Performing Arts as they opened 'Tina: The Tina Turner Musical' as part of their current Broadway Series. critic think of TINA: THE TINA TURNER MUSICAL at Des Moines Performing Arts?
by DC Felton - May 18, 2023
What did our Some artists are remembered for being one-hit wonders, while others are known for producing hit after hit. In either case, we are left with the legacy of their music. When you think of Tina Turner, you think of all the hit songs she is known for. The legacy her music still has can be seen on stage at Des Moines Performing Arts as they opened 'Tina: The Tina Turner Musical' as part of their current Broadway Series. critic think of TINA: THE TINA TURNER MUSICAL at Des Moines Performing Arts?
Review: A BRIGHT NEW BOISE at Iowa Stage
by DC Felton - May 14, 2023
Every once and a while, when a new season is announced, I find a show in the lineup that I can help but anticipate seeing. For me, that happened when Iowa Stage announced they would be doing 'A Bright New Boise' as part of their 2023 season. It wasn't a show I was familiar with, but it was a plot I was going to be able to relate to. That was due to the show taking place at a Hobby Lobby. I have not worked for Hobby Lobby, but I did work retail for a few years, so going in, I was excited to see another look at the retail working experience. What I got was so much more.
by DC Felton - May 14, 2023
Every once and a while, when a new season is announced, I find a show in the lineup that I can help but anticipate seeing. For me, that happened when Iowa Stage announced they would be doing 'A Bright New Boise' as part of their 2023 season. It wasn't a show I was familiar with, but it was a plot I was going to be able to relate to. That was due to the show taking place at a Hobby Lobby. I have not worked for Hobby Lobby, but I did work retail for a few years, so going in, I was excited to see another look at the retail working experience. What I got was so much more.
NATIVE GARDENS Comes to Des Moines Playhouse Next month
by BWW News Desk - May 09, 2023
Native Gardens comes to Des Moines Playhouse in June. Performances run June 2-18.
by BWW News Desk - May 09, 2023
Native Gardens comes to Des Moines Playhouse in June. Performances run June 2-18.
Mary Poppins Comes to Coralville Center for the Performing Arts in December
by BWW News Desk - May 08, 2023
Mary Poppins comes to Coralville Center for the Performing Arts in December. The world's best-loved, practically perfect nanny takes the stage in a Supercalifragilisticexpialidocious musical adventure!
by BWW News Desk - May 08, 2023
Mary Poppins comes to Coralville Center for the Performing Arts in December. The world's best-loved, practically perfect nanny takes the stage in a Supercalifragilisticexpialidocious musical adventure!
City Circle Theatre Company Presents DANCING AT LUGHNASA
by BWW News Desk - April 27, 2023
City Circle Theatre Company presents Dancing at Lughnasa at the Coralville Center for the Performing Arts (CCPA) May 5–7 and 12–14. Friday and Saturday shows are at 7:30 PM and the Sunday matinees are at 2 PM.
by BWW News Desk - April 27, 2023
City Circle Theatre Company presents Dancing at Lughnasa at the Coralville Center for the Performing Arts (CCPA) May 5–7 and 12–14. Friday and Saturday shows are at 7:30 PM and the Sunday matinees are at 2 PM.
Julien Dubuque International Film Festival Returns For 12th Year This Month
by BWW News Desk - April 15, 2023
The 12th Annual Julien Dubuque International Film Festival is back, showcasing the boldest and most innovative independent films and filmmakers from across the globe.
by BWW News Desk - April 15, 2023
The 12th Annual Julien Dubuque International Film Festival is back, showcasing the boldest and most innovative independent films and filmmakers from across the globe.
Review: Alice Childress' TROUBLE IN MIND At Iowa Stage
by DC Felton - April 06, 2023
In 1957 after a 91-performance Off-Broadway run, a Broadway transfer was planned for Alice Childress' 'Trouble in Mind.' The transfer was halted when Childress refused to soften the themes of racism in the play. Had it premiered, it would have been the first play by an African American female. That honor eventually went to Lorraine Hansberry's 'A Raisin in the Sun.' 'Trouble in Mind' finally made its Broadway debut on November 18, 2021. Almost 18 months later, you can see the amazing play here in Des Moines as it kicks off Iowa Stage's 2023 season.
by DC Felton - April 06, 2023
In 1957 after a 91-performance Off-Broadway run, a Broadway transfer was planned for Alice Childress' 'Trouble in Mind.' The transfer was halted when Childress refused to soften the themes of racism in the play. Had it premiered, it would have been the first play by an African American female. That honor eventually went to Lorraine Hansberry's 'A Raisin in the Sun.' 'Trouble in Mind' finally made its Broadway debut on November 18, 2021. Almost 18 months later, you can see the amazing play here in Des Moines as it kicks off Iowa Stage's 2023 season.
SONDHEIM ON SONDHEIM & More Set for Coralville Center for the Performing Arts 2023–2024 Seasons
by BWW News Desk - April 06, 2023
The Coralville Center for the Performing Arts has announce two practically perfect season line-ups for 2023–2024!
by BWW News Desk - April 06, 2023
The Coralville Center for the Performing Arts has announce two practically perfect season line-ups for 2023–2024!
City Circle Theatre Company Presents DANCING AT LUGHNASA in May
by BWW News Desk - April 06, 2023
City Circle Theatre Company presents Dancing at Lughnasa at the Coralville Center for the Performing Arts (CCPA) May 5–7 and 12–14. Friday and Saturday shows are at 7:30 PM and the Sunday matinees are at 2 PM.
by BWW News Desk - April 06, 2023
City Circle Theatre Company presents Dancing at Lughnasa at the Coralville Center for the Performing Arts (CCPA) May 5–7 and 12–14. Friday and Saturday shows are at 7:30 PM and the Sunday matinees are at 2 PM.
Review: THE LION KING at Des Moines Performing Arts
by DC Felton - April 03, 2023
September 14, 2021, is a day I will never forget. After an 18-month break due to Covid, Broadway reopened. Something special happened that morning. On Good Morning America, there was a special performance from 'The Lion King' that had the cast in places around New York City, awakening the city and Broadway, leading to the cast gathering in Time Square, all during a performance of the opening song 'Circle of Life.' After an eight-year break in Des Moines, you can finally experience the breathtaking opening of 'The Lion King' again during its multi-week run at Des Moines Performing Arts. Iowa is happy to have the show back again if the audience is any indication.
by DC Felton - April 03, 2023
September 14, 2021, is a day I will never forget. After an 18-month break due to Covid, Broadway reopened. Something special happened that morning. On Good Morning America, there was a special performance from 'The Lion King' that had the cast in places around New York City, awakening the city and Broadway, leading to the cast gathering in Time Square, all during a performance of the opening song 'Circle of Life.' After an eight-year break in Des Moines, you can finally experience the breathtaking opening of 'The Lion King' again during its multi-week run at Des Moines Performing Arts. Iowa is happy to have the show back again if the audience is any indication.
Review: KINKY BOOTS at Des Moines Playhouse
by DC Felton - March 26, 2023
Everybody say yeah! It's that time of year when multiple productions start opening after spending the colder winter months inside. For the spring, Des Moines Playhouse has opened its production of "Kinky Boots." While the musical is fun and had the audience on their feet at the end, the show's message couldn't be more timely.
by DC Felton - March 26, 2023
Everybody say yeah! It's that time of year when multiple productions start opening after spending the colder winter months inside. For the spring, Des Moines Playhouse has opened its production of "Kinky Boots." While the musical is fun and had the audience on their feet at the end, the show's message couldn't be more timely.
Review: 1776 at Des Moines Performing Arts
by DC Felton - March 16, 2023
In March 0f 2020, Des Moines Performing Arts announced it was bringing the musical '1776' as part of its 2020/2021 Broadway Series. At the time, the production was billed as a pre-Broadway run. What we didn't know at the time was that it would be almost three years before the show was finally able to make it to Des Moines. Going into the opening night performance, I hoped the production would be worth the wait, but I wasn't prepared for the fantastic production I saw on stage.
by DC Felton - March 16, 2023
In March 0f 2020, Des Moines Performing Arts announced it was bringing the musical '1776' as part of its 2020/2021 Broadway Series. At the time, the production was billed as a pre-Broadway run. What we didn't know at the time was that it would be almost three years before the show was finally able to make it to Des Moines. Going into the opening night performance, I hoped the production would be worth the wait, but I wasn't prepared for the fantastic production I saw on stage.
Review: RUMORS at Carousel Theatre Of Indianola
by DC Felton - March 16, 2023
What did our critic think of RUHave you heard what's going on in Indianola? Not only has Carousel announced their new season, more on that at the end of this review, but they opened their latest production to a sold-out audience on March 10. The show that had a sold-out opening night is Neil Simon's 'Rumors.' If the laughter from the sold-out audience on opening night is any indication, then this is the perfect show to lift the audience out of the wintertime blues as we head into spring.MORS at Carousel Theatre Of Indianola?
by DC Felton - March 16, 2023
What did our critic think of RUHave you heard what's going on in Indianola? Not only has Carousel announced their new season, more on that at the end of this review, but they opened their latest production to a sold-out audience on March 10. The show that had a sold-out opening night is Neil Simon's 'Rumors.' If the laughter from the sold-out audience on opening night is any indication, then this is the perfect show to lift the audience out of the wintertime blues as we head into spring.MORS at Carousel Theatre Of Indianola?
FUNNY GIRL, MOULIN ROUGE!, and More Set For Des Moines Performing Arts 2023-24 Season
by BWW News Desk - March 07, 2023
Des Moines Performing Arts has announced the 2023-24 Willis Broadway Series! Now's your chance to experience an unforgettable season of highly anticipated Broadway national tours including a few fan-favorites returning to the Des Moines Civic Center!
by BWW News Desk - March 07, 2023
Des Moines Performing Arts has announced the 2023-24 Willis Broadway Series! Now's your chance to experience an unforgettable season of highly anticipated Broadway national tours including a few fan-favorites returning to the Des Moines Civic Center!
Review: THE HUNDRED DRESSES at Kate Goldman Children's Theatre
by DC Felton - March 03, 2023
Our words are powerful; they can tear people down and quickly build people up. This is a lesson that kids of all ages, at times, need to be reminded of. This last weekend, Des Moines Playhouse opened 'The Hundred Dresses' as part of the Kate Goldman Children's Series. This production envelops the entire audience in more ways than one.
by DC Felton - March 03, 2023
Our words are powerful; they can tear people down and quickly build people up. This is a lesson that kids of all ages, at times, need to be reminded of. This last weekend, Des Moines Playhouse opened 'The Hundred Dresses' as part of the Kate Goldman Children's Series. This production envelops the entire audience in more ways than one.
Revival Theatre Company Presents MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET
by BWW News Desk - February 24, 2023
Revival Theatre Company presents Million Dollar Quartet opening March 1-5 at CSPS Hall in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. Johnny Cash is played by Jackson Baker, Elvis Presley is played by Jacob Barton, Carl Perkins is played by Nathan Burke and Jerry Lee Lewis is played by Garrett Forrestal. The role of Dyanne is played by Amy Friedl Stoner and Sam Phillips is played by Tad Paulson.
by BWW News Desk - February 24, 2023
Revival Theatre Company presents Million Dollar Quartet opening March 1-5 at CSPS Hall in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. Johnny Cash is played by Jackson Baker, Elvis Presley is played by Jacob Barton, Carl Perkins is played by Nathan Burke and Jerry Lee Lewis is played by Garrett Forrestal. The role of Dyanne is played by Amy Friedl Stoner and Sam Phillips is played by Tad Paulson.
FEMININE WILES BURLESQUE REVUE Comes to Des Moines Performing Arts
by BWW News Desk - February 23, 2023
FEMININE WILES BURLESQUE REVUE comes to Des Moines Performing Arts this weekend. The performance is set for February 24, 2023 at 7pm.
by BWW News Desk - February 23, 2023
FEMININE WILES BURLESQUE REVUE comes to Des Moines Performing Arts this weekend. The performance is set for February 24, 2023 at 7pm.
Review: SIX: THE MUSICAL at Des Moines Performing Arts
by DC Felton - February 11, 2023
In 2017, a show opened in London. Over the next few years, its popularity would grow, leading to a small US tour before getting ready to open on Broadway. The show was already building hype, but days before it opened, Covid 19 caused its opening to be delayed, producing even more buzz for the show. It now has two tours going simultaneously across the US. That show is 'SIX: The Musical,' which opened Tuesday at Des Moines Civic Center as part of the Des Moines Performing Arts Willis Broadway Series. As I considered how to review this show, I decided to give you 'SIX' reasons to see 'Six: The Musical.'
by DC Felton - February 11, 2023
In 2017, a show opened in London. Over the next few years, its popularity would grow, leading to a small US tour before getting ready to open on Broadway. The show was already building hype, but days before it opened, Covid 19 caused its opening to be delayed, producing even more buzz for the show. It now has two tours going simultaneously across the US. That show is 'SIX: The Musical,' which opened Tuesday at Des Moines Civic Center as part of the Des Moines Performing Arts Willis Broadway Series. As I considered how to review this show, I decided to give you 'SIX' reasons to see 'Six: The Musical.'
Review: GOD OF CARNAGE at Tallgrass Theatre Company
by DC Felton - February 10, 2023
Conflict. It's something that can be challenging for anyone. Imagine that conflict centers around your child or a family member. Tallgrass Theatre Company's production of 'God of Carnage' by Yasmina Reza, translated by Christopher Hampton, asks us, an audience, to do just that. This play is the 8th Dream Project that Tallgrass Theatre has produced, and the program keeps getting stronger each year.
by DC Felton - February 10, 2023
Conflict. It's something that can be challenging for anyone. Imagine that conflict centers around your child or a family member. Tallgrass Theatre Company's production of 'God of Carnage' by Yasmina Reza, translated by Christopher Hampton, asks us, an audience, to do just that. This play is the 8th Dream Project that Tallgrass Theatre has produced, and the program keeps getting stronger each year.
Review: AUGUST WILSONS'S THE PIANO LESSON at Des Moines Playhouse and Pyramid Theatre Company
by DC Felton - February 07, 2023
In 2019 I attended my first two Pyramid Theatre shows. Immediately, I was drawn to the work the company was producing. So in 2020, I was heartbroken when Covid forced them to cancel their season. Coming into 2021, I was thrilled to find out they were partnering with Des Moines Playhouse to produce “A Love Offering.” It was the first live production I saw coming out of the shutdown. This production was just the start of a beautiful partnership that brought a workshop production of “Buffalo Women” and now August Wilson’s “The Piano Lesson,” which opened on February 3. If this production is any indication of what the partnership of these two theatre companies can do, then I hope it continues far past this season.
by DC Felton - February 07, 2023
In 2019 I attended my first two Pyramid Theatre shows. Immediately, I was drawn to the work the company was producing. So in 2020, I was heartbroken when Covid forced them to cancel their season. Coming into 2021, I was thrilled to find out they were partnering with Des Moines Playhouse to produce “A Love Offering.” It was the first live production I saw coming out of the shutdown. This production was just the start of a beautiful partnership that brought a workshop production of “Buffalo Women” and now August Wilson’s “The Piano Lesson,” which opened on February 3. If this production is any indication of what the partnership of these two theatre companies can do, then I hope it continues far past this season.
Review: FORBIDDEN BROADWAY: THE NEXT GENERATION at Des Moines Performing Arts
by DC Felton - February 03, 2023
Everyone has a playlist. It may be of your favorite artist or genre. Now imagine this playlist being performed live, with a little twist. If that sounds fun to you, and you a big fan of show tunes, then there is a show playing at the Temple of the Performing Arts that you can't miss. On Tuesday, January 31, Des Moines Performing Arts brought 'Forbidden Broadway' as part of the Prairie Meadows Temple Comedy Series. Based on the laughter from the audience on opening night, you won't want to miss out on this show.
by DC Felton - February 03, 2023
Everyone has a playlist. It may be of your favorite artist or genre. Now imagine this playlist being performed live, with a little twist. If that sounds fun to you, and you a big fan of show tunes, then there is a show playing at the Temple of the Performing Arts that you can't miss. On Tuesday, January 31, Des Moines Performing Arts brought 'Forbidden Broadway' as part of the Prairie Meadows Temple Comedy Series. Based on the laughter from the audience on opening night, you won't want to miss out on this show.
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