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by DC Felton - May 21, 2026
What did our There is a magic that only happens when seeing a show live. Sometimes it comes from a special effect, and other times from the beauty of telling a story. When that magic happens, it becomes a memory that will last not till midnight, but for a lifetime....
by DC Felton - May 01, 2026
In a time on Broadway where so many shows are based on familiar IP, it's refreshing to have a new story come to the stage. In 2022, Suffs opened on Broadway at the Public Theatre, and then kept marching to Broadway, and now it is marching across the US....
by DC Felton - March 21, 2026
This weekend, the newest national tour of Meredith Wilson's 'The Music Man' is stopping at Des Moines Performing Arts. Judging from the audience reaction, this production works its magic in a way no anvil salesman will be able to stop....
by DC Felton - March 08, 2026
This last season, a new theatre company emerged and made audiences 'squeamish' wih their first production. About Time Theatre Company is back for another season and has recently announced the three productions that will be part of its 2026 season. If the thought and time that went into their first p...
by DC Felton - March 03, 2026
Des Moines has a thriving arts community. One of the amazing organizations that is making this community thrive is Ballet Des Moines. I had the opportunity to attend their performance of “Nothing Holds Still” this last weekend. The show featured world-premiere dances and collaborations with ot...
by DC Felton - February 25, 2026
Watching Tony's every year, I always look forward to the performances and seeing what each show decides to showcase. In 2024, I was captivated by the performance of 'The Outsiders' and looked forward to seeing it live. What was that moment? I'll share more on that later, but after seeing the show in...
by DC Felton - February 13, 2026
What did our critOne thing you know for sure going into a Temple Comedy Series show at Des Moines Performing Arts is that you are going to have a good time. It could be a one-person show, a small musical, or even a comedic magic show. So when they announced they were bringing back 'The Naked Magicia...
by DC Felton - February 05, 2026
February is going to be an exciting month for Des Moines Performing Arts, as not one, but two Tony Award winners for best musical make their debut on the Civic Center stage. They are opening the month with a week-long run of the 2023 winner for Best Musical, 'Kimberly Akimbo.' If the lead-up activit...
by DC Felton - January 16, 2026
Every once in a while, a show finds its own path. The US national tour of 'Six' is making its second stop in Des Moines this week at Des Moines Performing Arts, and almost 10 years later, the show still has the same level of excitement it did then....
by DC Felton - December 20, 2025
One of my favorite parts of the Holiday season is seeing classic stories brought to the stage. For many people, their first experience in theatre is a production of “The Nutcracker” or “A Christmas Carol.” This season, we get the opportunity to add a third story to that growing list. On Tues...
Past Shows
A battle for your soul is being waged from an office in hell!Don’t miss The Screwtape Letters, the provocative, faithful and wickedly funny theatrical adaptation...
A national showcase of community theatre excellence: featuring top productions, workshops, and celebrations of artistry from across the country.
Set in 1950s Washington, D.C. amidst the oft-overlooked Lavender Scare, a US government employment purge that resulted in thousands of firings and resignations of men...
TV’s Craig Ferguson takes a break from his Emmy nominated and Peabody Award winning Late Late Show (seen locally on KCCI TV 8, weeknights at...
Videos
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And The World Goes ''Round The Ingersoll (6/11-6/21) |
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Junie B Jones in Boo… and I Mean It Des Moines Playhouse (11/07-11/29) |
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Broadway 2026-27 5-show Adler Theatre (6/24-6/24) |
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Of Mice and Men Blank Performing Arts Center (6/27-7/18) |
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A Taste of Ireland - The Irish Music and Dance Sensation Ed and Betty Wilcox Performing Arts Center (6/12-6/12) |
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Tosca Blank Performing Arts Center (6/26-7/19) |
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Broadway At The Adler 2026-27 Season Adler Theatre (1/28-1/28) |
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King Roger Blank Performing Arts Center (7/04-7/17) |
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Legally Blonde Des Moines Playhouse (7/10-7/26) |
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Wicked - only children age 5 and over with tickets will be allowed into the theater Des Moines Performing Arts Center - Civic Center (9/02-9/20) |
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