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Des Moines Playhouse Hosts BEYOND THE RAINBOW Auditions 11/15
by BWW News Desk - November 15, 2009
Auditions for 'Beyond the Rainbow' will be held at The Des Moines Playhouse at 6:00 P.M. on Sunday, Nov. 15. All auditions are open to the public; no one is pre-cast. Those auditioning for the Judy Garland role must bring a prepared solo; an accompanist will be provided.
Des Moines Playhouse Hosts A Teen Night 11/14
by BWW News Desk - November 14, 2009
The Des Moines Playhouse is the home for Second Saturday, an alternative Saturday night entertainment for young people in grades 6 - 12. The next session of Second Saturday is at 7:30-10:00 PM, Saturday, Nov. 14. Cost is $8. Pre-registration is requested, and is available online at dmplayhouse.com.
The Des Moines Playhouse Presents ANNIE 12/11-27
by Gabrielle Sierra - November 11, 2009
Leaping lizards! This holiday season, The Des Moines Playhouse presents the blockbuster Broadway musical and family favorite, 'Annie.' Performances are Dec. 11-27. Tickets may be purchased at The Playhouse ticket office, by phone at 515-277-6261 and online at www.dmplayhouse.com. 'Annie' is sponsored by Bankers Trust and Ruan.
RENT Offers Lottery Tickets For Des Moines Engagement
by Gabrielle Sierra - November 09, 2009
Seats in the first two rows of the orchestra will be made available for $20 (plus $2.50 facility fee) for every performance of RENT: The Broadway Tour, the Pulitzer Prize and Tony Award-winning musical, at the Civic Center of Greater Des Moines.
Des Moines Playhouse Presents THE FARNSWORTH INVENTION 11/6-22
by BWW News Desk - November 06, 2009
The Des Moines Playhouse continues its 91st season with an Iowa and U.S. community theatre premiere of Aaron Sorkin's 'The Farnsworth Invention,' Nov. 6-22. Tickets may be purchased at The Playhouse ticket office, by phone at 515-277-6261 and online at www.dmplayhouse.com.
Anthony Bourdain To Appear At Civic Center of Greater Des Moines 11/5
by BWW News Desk - November 05, 2009
Anthony Bourdain, the internationally acclaimed chef, author, and host of Travel Channel's 'No Reservations,' has been dubbed 'the bad boy of cuisine' for his rock star looks and blunt observations about the world of restaurants, chefs and cooking. He will be appearing at the Civic Center of Greater Des Moines on Thursday, November 5 at 8 p.m.
Anthony Bourdain To Appear At Civic Center of Greater Des Moines 11/5
by BWW News Desk - November 05, 2009
Anthony Bourdain, the internationally acclaimed chef, author, and host of Travel Channel's 'No Reservations,' has been dubbed 'the bad boy of cuisine' for his rock star looks and blunt observations about the world of restaurants, chefs and cooking. He will be appearing at the Civic Center of Greater Des Moines on Thursday, November 5 at 8 p.m.
Anthony Bourdain To Appear At Civic Center of Greater Des Moines 11/5
by BWW News Desk - November 05, 2009
Anthony Bourdain, the internationally acclaimed chef, author, and host of Travel Channel's 'No Reservations,' has been dubbed 'the bad boy of cuisine' for his rock star looks and blunt observations about the world of restaurants, chefs and cooking. He will be appearing at the Civic Center of Greater Des Moines on Thursday, November 5 at 8 p.m.
The Des Moines Playhouse Presents CINDERELLA, 11/13
by BWW News Desk - October 30, 2009
The Des Moines Playhouse presents 'Cinderella,' Friday, November 13th. This story is part of the 2009-10 season of Friday Funday, a creative participatory story theatre program for children ages 4-6. Performances are at The Playhouse, Friday, Nov. 13, at 9:30 and 10:30 AM, and 1:30 PM. Admission is $5 per person, adults and children. Reservations are suggested and can be made by calling The Playhouse box office at 515-277-6261.
Des Moines Playhouse Presents 'Hollywood Halloween,' 10/30
by BWW News Desk - October 30, 2009
On Friday, October 30, the Des Moines Playhouse presents Des Moines' premiere costume party, Hollywood Halloween. Hollywood Halloween 2009 will be held 6:30 P.M. at Hy-Vee Conference Center in West Des Moines.
Des Moines Playhouse Hosts 'Hollywood Halloween' 10/30
by BWW News Desk - October 30, 2009
Hollywood Halloween is The Des Moines Playhouse's signature fundraising event, and Des Moines' premier costume party. Proceeds benefit children's theatre and education programs.
Tacoma Musical Playhouse Presents GUYS & DOLLS, 11/27
by BWW News Desk - October 29, 2009
TMP will be ringing in this holiday season with the musical theater classic, Guys and Dolls, in an exciting collaboration with The Salvation Army of Tacoma. Opening Thanksgiving weekend, this production will run for only fourteen performances November 27-December 20, 2009. Advance ticket purchase is strongly recommended.
Anthony Bourdain To Appear At Civic Center of Greater Des Moines 11/5
by Gabrielle Sierra - October 27, 2009
Anthony Bourdain, the internationally acclaimed chef, author, and host of Travel Channel's 'No Reservations,' has been dubbed 'the bad boy of cuisine' for his rock star looks and blunt observations about the world of restaurants, chefs and cooking. He will be appearing at the Civic Center of Greater Des Moines on Thursday, November 5 at 8 p.m.
Photo Flash: Aaron Sorkin's THE FARNSWORTH INVENTION
by Aimee Savoth - October 26, 2009
The Des Moines Playhouse continues its 91st season with an Iowa and U.S. community theatre premiere of Aaron Sorkin's 'The Farnsworth Invention,' Nov. 6-22. Tickets may be purchased at The Playhouse ticket office, by phone at 515-277-6261 and online at www.dmplayhouse.com.
Tickets For The Des Moines Run Of THE LION KING
by BWW News Desk - October 26, 2009
Disney Theatrical Productions and the Civic Center of Greater Des Moines announced today that tickets for the long-awaited return engagement of Disney's THE LION KING will go on sale to the public on Monday, Oct. 26, 2009 at 10 a.m. THE LION KING premiered in Des Moines in March 2006, selling out its entire 5-week run.
Des Moines Playhouse Friday Funday presents 'The Ugly Duckling' 10/23
by BWW News Desk - October 23, 2009
The Des Moines Playhouse presents 'The Ugly Duckling,' Friday, Oct. 23. This story is part of the 2009-10 season of Friday Funday, a creative participatory story theatre program for children ages 4-6. Performances are at The Playhouse, Friday, Oct. 23, at 9:30 and 10:30 AM, and 1:30 PM. Admission is $5 per person, adults and children. Reservations are suggested and can be made by calling The Playhouse box office at 515-277-6261.
Des Moines Playhouse Presents 'Hollywood Halloween,' 10/30
by Jessica Lewis - October 22, 2009
On Friday, October 30, the Des Moines Playhouse presents Des Moines' premiere costume party, Hollywood Halloween. Hollywood Halloween 2009 will be held 6:30 P.M. at Hy-Vee Conference Center in West Des Moines.
Des Moines Playhouse Hosts BEYOND THE RAINBOW Auditions 11/15
by Gabrielle Sierra - October 21, 2009
Auditions for 'Beyond the Rainbow' will be held at The Des Moines Playhouse at 6:00 P.M. on Sunday, Nov. 15. All auditions are open to the public; no one is pre-cast. Those auditioning for the Judy Garland role must bring a prepared solo; an accompanist will be provided.
Bo Eason's RUNT OF THE LITTER Opens 10/21 At The Civic Center Of Greater Des Moines
by BWW News Desk - October 21, 2009
RUNT OF THE LITTER, play by former NFL player Bo Eason, opens in the final hour of Jack Henry's lifelong dream, only one thing stands in his way - his brother.
DIXIE’S TUPPERWARE PARTY Plays Civic Center's Temple Theater For Two Weeks Beginning 10/21
by BWW News Desk - October 21, 2009
DIXIE'S TUPPERWARE PARTY, the hilarious show starring Dixie Longate, which turned Off-Broadway into a Tupperware-mania celebration rolls back to the Civic Center's Temple Theater for a limited two-week engagement as part of the 2009-2010 Prairie Meadows Temple Theater Series
Tickets For CIRQUE DREAMS ILLUMINATION Go On Sale 10/19, Begins Performances 12/1
by BWW News Desk - October 19, 2009
Get ready for the all new CIRQUE DREAMS ILLUMINATION from the creators of the groundbreaking hit and only show of its kind to ever perform on Broadway CIRQUE DREAMS JUNGLE FANTASY. Hailed as, 'Dazzling! A reason to stand up and cheer', by the New York Daily News, CIRQUE DREAMS ILLUMINATION will ignite Des Moines when it performs at the Civic Center of Greater Des Moines beginning Dec. 1, 2009 for eight performances only.
Tickets Still Avaliable For WICKED At The Civic Center Of Greater Des Moines, $25 Ticket Lottery Continues
by BWW News Desk - October 18, 2009
A day-of-performance lottery for a limited number of orchestra seats will be held before each performance of WICKED, performing through Sunday, Oct. 18, 2009 at the Civic Center of Greater Des Moines.
DM Playhouse Announces Auditions For ANNIE, Held 10/18
by BWW News Desk - October 18, 2009
Auditions for 'Annie' will be held at The Des Moines Playhouse at 6:00 P.M. on Sunday, Oct. 18. All auditions are open to the public; no one is pre-cast. Those auditioning must bring a prepared solo; an accompanist will be provided.
WICKED Des Moines Tickets Go On Sale 6/20, Plays 9/23-10/18
by BWW News Desk - October 18, 2009
Tickets to WICKED, a new musical with music and lyrics by Stephen Schwartz (Godspell, Pippin, Academy Award winner for Pocahontas and The Prince of Egypt) and book by Winnie Holzman ('My So Called Life,' 'Once And Again' and 'thirtysomething') based on the best-selling 1995 novel by Gregory Maguire, will go on sale Saturday, June 20, 2009. WICKED will play in Des Moines Wednesday, Sept. 23 to Sunday, Oct. 18, 2009
Tickets For The Des Moines Run Of THE LION KING
by Gabrielle Sierra - October 16, 2009
Disney Theatrical Productions and the Civic Center of Greater Des Moines announced today that tickets for the long-awaited return engagement of Disney's THE LION KING will go on sale to the public on Monday, Oct. 26, 2009 at 10 a.m. THE LION KING premiered in Des Moines in March 2006, selling out its entire 5-week run.

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