Des Moines Playhouse Hosts 'Hollywood Halloween' 10/30
by Gabrielle Sierra - October 14, 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.
by Gabrielle Sierra - October 14, 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.
Des Moines Playhouse Presents THE FARNSWORTH INVENTION 11/6-22
by Gabrielle Sierra - October 14, 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.
by Gabrielle Sierra - October 14, 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.
Des Moines Playhouse Hosts A Teen Night 11/14
by Gabrielle Sierra - October 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.
by Gabrielle Sierra - October 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.
GIRLS NIGHT: THE MUSICAL Comes To The Temple Theater 4/7/2010
by Gabrielle Sierra - October 12, 2009
In contrast to last season's play GIRLS ONLY, the new musical GIRLS NIGHT: THE MUSCIAL will have every audience member dancing in their chairs! GIRLS NIGHT: THE MUSICAL brings together five women who reminisce about their younger days, celebrate their current lives and look to the future, all the while belting out an array of classic anthems.
by Gabrielle Sierra - October 12, 2009
In contrast to last season's play GIRLS ONLY, the new musical GIRLS NIGHT: THE MUSCIAL will have every audience member dancing in their chairs! GIRLS NIGHT: THE MUSICAL brings together five women who reminisce about their younger days, celebrate their current lives and look to the future, all the while belting out an array of classic anthems.
THE WONDER BREAD YEARS Comes To Civic Center's Temple Theater 3/10/2010
by Gabrielle Sierra - October 12, 2009
Former Seinfeld writer and Tonight Show regular, Pat Hazell has found a unique way to communicate to the ever-growing Baby Boomer theatergoer. In a salute to Pop Culture Americana, Boomer Humorist Pat Hazell highlights the touchstones of the American family upbringing in his play THE WONDER BREAD YEARS coming to the Civic Center's Temple Theater beginning Wednesday, March 10, 2010 for a limited two-week engagement as a presentation of the 2009-2010 Prairie Meadows Temple Theater Series
by Gabrielle Sierra - October 12, 2009
Former Seinfeld writer and Tonight Show regular, Pat Hazell has found a unique way to communicate to the ever-growing Baby Boomer theatergoer. In a salute to Pop Culture Americana, Boomer Humorist Pat Hazell highlights the touchstones of the American family upbringing in his play THE WONDER BREAD YEARS coming to the Civic Center's Temple Theater beginning Wednesday, March 10, 2010 for a limited two-week engagement as a presentation of the 2009-2010 Prairie Meadows Temple Theater Series
Bo Eason's RUNT OF THE LITTER Opens 10/21 At The Civic Center Of Greater Des Moines
by Gabrielle Sierra - October 12, 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.
by Gabrielle Sierra - October 12, 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 Gabrielle Sierra - October 12, 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
by Gabrielle Sierra - October 12, 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
SISTER’S CHRISTMAS CATECHISM Opens at The Civic Temple Theater Tonight, 12/2
by Gabrielle Sierra - October 12, 2009
It's 'Forensic Files meets Bethlehem' when SISTER'S CHRISTMAS CATECHISM arrives at the Civic Center's Temple Theater to search for the Magi's Gold beginning Wednesday, Dec. 2, 2009 for a limited two-week engagement. SISTER'S CHRISTMAS CATECHISM marks the first presentation of the 2009-2010 Prairie Meadows Temple Theater Series
by Gabrielle Sierra - October 12, 2009
It's 'Forensic Files meets Bethlehem' when SISTER'S CHRISTMAS CATECHISM arrives at the Civic Center's Temple Theater to search for the Magi's Gold beginning Wednesday, Dec. 2, 2009 for a limited two-week engagement. SISTER'S CHRISTMAS CATECHISM marks the first presentation of the 2009-2010 Prairie Meadows Temple Theater Series
Tickets For CIRQUE DREAMS ILLUMINATION Go On Sale 10/19, Begins Performances 12/1
by Gabrielle Sierra - October 12, 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.
by Gabrielle Sierra - October 12, 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.
StageWest and The Des Moines Playhouse Present THE LARAMIE PROJECT: 10 YEARS LATER 10/12
by BWW News Desk - October 12, 2009
StageWest and The Des Moines Playhouse present 'The Laramie Project: 10 Years Later,' at 7:00 PM, on Monday, Oct. 12, at The Des Moines Playhouse. Tickets are free, and may be picked up at The Playhouse ticket office, Noon-6:00 PM, Tuesday-Friday. There is a limit of four tickets per person.
by BWW News Desk - October 12, 2009
StageWest and The Des Moines Playhouse present 'The Laramie Project: 10 Years Later,' at 7:00 PM, on Monday, Oct. 12, at The Des Moines Playhouse. Tickets are free, and may be picked up at The Playhouse ticket office, Noon-6:00 PM, Tuesday-Friday. There is a limit of four tickets per person.
Des Moines Playhouse Hosts Teen Saturday Event, Next Session Held 10/10
by BWW News Desk - October 10, 2009
The Des Moines Playhouse is the home for Second Saturday, an alternative Saturday night entertainment for young people in grades 6-12.
by BWW News Desk - October 10, 2009
The Des Moines Playhouse is the home for Second Saturday, an alternative Saturday night entertainment for young people in grades 6-12.
Civic Center Receives Funding For Family Programming
by Gabrielle Sierra - October 09, 2009
The Civic Center of Greater Des Moines announces the receipt of two new grants supporting new programming initiatives in the Civic Center's 2009-2010 season.
by Gabrielle Sierra - October 09, 2009
The Civic Center of Greater Des Moines announces the receipt of two new grants supporting new programming initiatives in the Civic Center's 2009-2010 season.
DM Playhouse Opens Its 15th Season In The Kate Goldman Children's Theatre On 10/9 With RAMONA QUIMBY
by BWW News Desk - October 09, 2009
The Des Moines Playhouse opens its 15th season in the Kate Goldman Children's Theatre with 'Ramona Quimby,' Oct. 9-Nov. 1. Tickets may be purchased at The Playhouse ticket office, by phone at 515-277-6261 and online at www.dmplayhouse.com.
by BWW News Desk - October 09, 2009
The Des Moines Playhouse opens its 15th season in the Kate Goldman Children's Theatre with 'Ramona Quimby,' Oct. 9-Nov. 1. Tickets may be purchased at The Playhouse ticket office, by phone at 515-277-6261 and online at www.dmplayhouse.com.
Tickets Still Avaliable For WICKED At The Civic Center Of Greater Des Moines, $25 Ticket Lottery Continues
by Gabrielle Sierra - October 05, 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.
by Gabrielle Sierra - October 05, 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.
Photo Flash: RAMONA QUIMBY At Des Moines Playhouse
by Gabrielle Sierra - September 28, 2009
The Des Moines Playhouse opens its 15th season in the Kate Goldman Children's Theatre with 'Ramona Quimby,' Oct. 9-Nov. 1. Tickets may be purchased at The Playhouse ticket office, by phone at 515-277-6261 and online at www.dmplayhouse.com.
by Gabrielle Sierra - September 28, 2009
The Des Moines Playhouse opens its 15th season in the Kate Goldman Children's Theatre with 'Ramona Quimby,' Oct. 9-Nov. 1. 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 Gabrielle Sierra - September 28, 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.
by Gabrielle Sierra - September 28, 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.
StageWest and The Des Moines Playhouse Present THE LARAMIE PROJECT: 10 YEARS LATER 10/12
by Gabrielle Sierra - September 25, 2009
StageWest and The Des Moines Playhouse present 'The Laramie Project: 10 Years Later,' at 7:00 PM, on Monday, Oct. 12, at The Des Moines Playhouse. Tickets are free, and may be picked up at The Playhouse ticket office, Noon-6:00 PM, Tuesday-Friday. There is a limit of four tickets per person.
by Gabrielle Sierra - September 25, 2009
StageWest and The Des Moines Playhouse present 'The Laramie Project: 10 Years Later,' at 7:00 PM, on Monday, Oct. 12, at The Des Moines Playhouse. Tickets are free, and may be picked up at The Playhouse ticket office, Noon-6:00 PM, Tuesday-Friday. There is a limit of four tickets per person.
Des Moines Playhouse Friday Funday presents 'The Ugly Duckling' 10/23
by BWW News Desk - September 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.
by BWW News Desk - September 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 Hosts Teen Saturday Event, Next Session Held 10/10
by Gabrielle Sierra - September 23, 2009
The Des Moines Playhouse is the home for Second Saturday, an alternative Saturday night entertainment for young people in grades 6-12.
by Gabrielle Sierra - September 23, 2009
The Des Moines Playhouse is the home for Second Saturday, an alternative Saturday night entertainment for young people in grades 6-12.
WICKED Des Moines Tickets Go On Sale 6/20, Plays 9/23-10/18
by BWW News Desk - September 23, 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
by BWW News Desk - September 23, 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
DM Playhouse Announces Auditions For ANNIE, Held 10/18
by Gabrielle Sierra - September 22, 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.
by Gabrielle Sierra - September 22, 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.
DM Playhouse Opens Its 15th Season In The Kate Goldman Children's Theatre On 10/9 With RAMONA QUIMBY
by Reynard Loki - September 20, 2009
The Des Moines Playhouse opens its 15th season in the Kate Goldman Children's Theatre with 'Ramona Quimby,' Oct. 9-Nov. 1. Tickets may be purchased at The Playhouse ticket office, by phone at 515-277-6261 and online at www.dmplayhouse.com.
by Reynard Loki - September 20, 2009
The Des Moines Playhouse opens its 15th season in the Kate Goldman Children's Theatre with 'Ramona Quimby,' Oct. 9-Nov. 1. Tickets may be purchased at The Playhouse ticket office, by phone at 515-277-6261 and online at www.dmplayhouse.com.
Des Moines Playhouse Holds 'The Farnsworth Invention' Auditions Sept. 20
by BWW News Desk - September 20, 2009
Auditions for 'The Farnsworth Invention' will be held at The Des Moines Playhouse at 6:00 P.M. on Sunday, Sept. 20. All auditions are open to the public; no one is pre-cast.
by BWW News Desk - September 20, 2009
Auditions for 'The Farnsworth Invention' will be held at The Des Moines Playhouse at 6:00 P.M. on Sunday, Sept. 20. All auditions are open to the public; no one is pre-cast.
The Des Moines Playhouse Presents THE ANTS AND THE GRASSHOPPER As Part Of 'Friday Funday' 9/18
by BWW News Desk - September 18, 2009
The Des Moines Playhouse presents 'The Ants and the Grasshopper,' Friday, Sept. 18. 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, Sept. 18, at 9:30 and 10:30 AM, and 1:30 PM.
by BWW News Desk - September 18, 2009
The Des Moines Playhouse presents 'The Ants and the Grasshopper,' Friday, Sept. 18. 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, Sept. 18, at 9:30 and 10:30 AM, and 1:30 PM.
Rodney Carrington Returns To Civic Center Of Des Moines 9/17
by BWW News Desk - September 17, 2009
Multi-talented comedian, actor and writer RODNEY CARRINGTON returns to the Civic Center of Greater Des Moines stage for one night only on Thursday, Sept. 17, 2009 at 7 p.m.
by BWW News Desk - September 17, 2009
Multi-talented comedian, actor and writer RODNEY CARRINGTON returns to the Civic Center of Greater Des Moines stage for one night only on Thursday, Sept. 17, 2009 at 7 p.m.
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