James Lapine and Stephen Sondheim take everyones favorite storybook characters and bring them together for a timeless, yet relevant, piece and a rare modern classic. The story follows a Baker and his wife, who wish to have a child; Cinderella, who wishes to attend the Kings Festival; and Jack, who wishes his cow would give milk. When the Baker and his wife learn that they cannot have a child because of a Witchs curse, the two set off on a journey to break the curse. Everyones wish is granted, but the consequences of their actions return to haunt them later with disastrous results.
| Year | Category | |
|---|---|---|
| 1988 | Best Musical | |
| 2002 | Best Revival of a Musical | Winner |
Videos
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Final Act Ensemble: Valentine's Show
Des Moines Playhouse (2/10 - 2/10) | |
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Disney's Frozen: The Broadway Musical at The Des Moines Playhouse
Des Moines Playhouse (12/5 - 12/27) | |
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Walnut Street Theatre''s Edward Albee''s A Delicate Balance
Walnut Street Theatre (2/27 - 2/27) | |
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Red Riding Hood
Des Moines Playhouse (1/9 - 1/25) | |
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The Lightning Thief
Des Moines Playhouse (3/6 - 3/22) | |
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Legally Blonde
Des Moines Playhouse (7/10 - 7/26) | |
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Noises Off
Des Moines Playhouse (6/5 - 6/21) | |
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