Des Moines Civic Center
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Shows at the Des Moines Civic Center
| Dates | Production | ||
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| 3/3/2027 | - | 3/14/2027 | |
News
Ailey II to Launch 27-City Tour Featuring World Premiere by Francesca Harper
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 2, 2026
Ailey II will tour 27 US cities from September 22, 2026, to April 11, 2027, presenting a world premiere by Francesca Harper and works by Alvin Ailey and Ronald K. Brown, concluding with a New York run March 31–April 11.
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 2, 2026
Ailey II will tour 27 US cities from September 22, 2026, to April 11, 2027, presenting a world premiere by Francesca Harper and works by Alvin Ailey and Ronald K. Brown, concluding with a New York run March 31–April 11.
Lisa Howard and Dylan Bradford Join THE SOUND OF MUSIC National Tour
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 25, 2026
New faces will join the Abbey in the North American tour of The Sound of Music this fall. The show welcomes Lisa Howard as the Mother Abbess and Dylan Bradford as Rolf Gruber.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 25, 2026
New faces will join the Abbey in the North American tour of The Sound of Music this fall. The show welcomes Lisa Howard as the Mother Abbess and Dylan Bradford as Rolf Gruber.
BLACK PANTHER IN CONCERT to Play Des Moines Civic Center
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 24, 2026
Marvel Studios' Black Panther in Concert will screen at the Des Moines Civic Center, with a live orchestra performing Ludwig Göransson's score while the film plays.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 24, 2026
Marvel Studios' Black Panther in Concert will screen at the Des Moines Civic Center, with a live orchestra performing Ludwig Göransson's score while the film plays.
Des Moines Performing Arts Single Tickets Now On Sale for 2026-27 Family, Concert and Comedy Series
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 20, 2026
Des Moines Performing Arts has opened single-ticket sales for its Wellmark Family Series, Prairie Meadows Live at the Temple Concert Series and Temple Comedy Series at the Des Moines Civic Center and Temple Theater.
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 20, 2026
Des Moines Performing Arts has opened single-ticket sales for its Wellmark Family Series, Prairie Meadows Live at the Temple Concert Series and Temple Comedy Series at the Des Moines Civic Center and Temple Theater.
Video: First Look at THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA North American Tour
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 28, 2026
You can now get a first look into the North American Tour of the new production of Andrew Lloyd Webber’s legendary musical, The Phantom of the Opera featuring Isaiah Bailey and more.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 28, 2026
You can now get a first look into the North American Tour of the new production of Andrew Lloyd Webber’s legendary musical, The Phantom of the Opera featuring Isaiah Bailey and more.
OUTLANDER IN CONCERT: ECHOES THROUGH THE HIGHLANDS Will Play Des Moines Civic Center
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 7, 2026
Outlander in Concert: ECHOES THROUGH THE HIGHLANDS will tour internationally with a stop in Des Moines. The production will feature music by Bear McCreary alongside scenes from the television series.
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 7, 2026
Outlander in Concert: ECHOES THROUGH THE HIGHLANDS will tour internationally with a stop in Des Moines. The production will feature music by Bear McCreary alongside scenes from the television series.
Des Moines Performing Arts Reveals 26-27 Broadway Series - HELL'S KITCHEN, JUST IN TIME and More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 25, 2026
Des Moines Performing Arts has revealed its 2026-27 Willis Broadway Series, bringing a lineup of Broadway’s biggest hits and new productions to the Des Moines Civic Center, including Hell's Kitchen, Just in Time and more.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 25, 2026
Des Moines Performing Arts has revealed its 2026-27 Willis Broadway Series, bringing a lineup of Broadway’s biggest hits and new productions to the Des Moines Civic Center, including Hell's Kitchen, Just in Time and more.
OUTLANDER IN CONCERT: ECHOES THROUGH THE HIGHLANDS World Tour Dates Unveiled
by Josh Sharpe - Mar 24, 2026
The global tour dates for “Outlander in Concert: Echoes Through the Highlands” have been revealed. The tour will take place this fall, stopping in more than 75 cities across the United States and Europe.
by Josh Sharpe - Mar 24, 2026
The global tour dates for “Outlander in Concert: Echoes Through the Highlands” have been revealed. The tour will take place this fall, stopping in more than 75 cities across the United States and Europe.
WICKED National Tour is Coming to Des Moines Civic Center
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 12, 2026
Wicked, Des Moines' most popular musical, will return to the Des Moines Civic Center. Currently the fourth longest-running show in Broadway history, Wicked recently celebrated its 22nd anniversary on Broadway.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 12, 2026
Wicked, Des Moines' most popular musical, will return to the Des Moines Civic Center. Currently the fourth longest-running show in Broadway history, Wicked recently celebrated its 22nd anniversary on Broadway.
Tickets For WICKED In Des Moines Go On Sale In March
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 28, 2026
WICKED will return to the Des Moines Civic Center September 2–20, with tickets going on sale March 12. E-club members of Des Moines Performing Arts receive pre-sale access beginning March 2.
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 28, 2026
WICKED will return to the Des Moines Civic Center September 2–20, with tickets going on sale March 12. E-club members of Des Moines Performing Arts receive pre-sale access beginning March 2.
Des Moines Performing Arts to Host HARRY POTTER AND THE DEATHLY HALLOWS PART 2 Concert
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 24, 2026
As the world of Harry Potter celebrates 25 Years of Magic, the Harry Potter Film Concert Series will return to the Des Moines Civic Center with Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows – Part 2 in Concert, the final chapter in the series.
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 24, 2026
As the world of Harry Potter celebrates 25 Years of Magic, the Harry Potter Film Concert Series will return to the Des Moines Civic Center with Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows – Part 2 in Concert, the final chapter in the series.
Steve Martin and Martin Short Set to Perform at Civic Center
by Stephi Wild - Feb 11, 2026
Comedy legends Steve Martin and Martin Short will grace the Civic Center stage with their acclaimed humor and camaraderie. Learn more about the performance here!
by Stephi Wild - Feb 11, 2026
Comedy legends Steve Martin and Martin Short will grace the Civic Center stage with their acclaimed humor and camaraderie. Learn more about the performance here!
Brit Floyd to Perform at the Des Moines Civic Center in 2026
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 12, 2025
BRIT FLOYD is preparing to take their award-winning laser and light show, massive circular screen, inflatables, and theatrical concert experience back on the road in 2026. Brit Floyd will perform at the Des Moines Civic Center.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 12, 2025
BRIT FLOYD is preparing to take their award-winning laser and light show, massive circular screen, inflatables, and theatrical concert experience back on the road in 2026. Brit Floyd will perform at the Des Moines Civic Center.
Nicholas Carroll and Elizabeth D'Aiuto to Lead THE MUSIC MAN 2026 Tour
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 4, 2025
Meredith Willson's THE MUSIC MAN will hit the road on a National Tour in 2026, helmed by director Matt Lenz. The tour will star Nicholas Carroll and Elizabeth D'Aiuto.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 4, 2025
Meredith Willson's THE MUSIC MAN will hit the road on a National Tour in 2026, helmed by director Matt Lenz. The tour will star Nicholas Carroll and Elizabeth D'Aiuto.
SIX Comes to Des Moines Civic Center in January
by Stephi Wild - Dec 2, 2025
The touring Broadway show Six the Musical will arrive at Des Moines Civic Center for a new engagement next year. Performances will run from Jan. 13 to Jan. 18, 2026.
by Stephi Wild - Dec 2, 2025
The touring Broadway show Six the Musical will arrive at Des Moines Civic Center for a new engagement next year. Performances will run from Jan. 13 to Jan. 18, 2026.
DOG MAN: THE MUSICAL National Tour Adds Dates in San Jose, Philadelphia and More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 4, 2025
Additional dates have been added to TWTheatricals' tour of Dog Man: The Musical, the stage adaptation of Dav Pilkey's beloved book series. Following its successful kickoff in September, the tour will now include new stops in San Jose, CA and more.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 4, 2025
Additional dates have been added to TWTheatricals' tour of Dog Man: The Musical, the stage adaptation of Dav Pilkey's beloved book series. Following its successful kickoff in September, the tour will now include new stops in San Jose, CA and more.
Des Moines Performing Arts Joins Iowa Adventure Pass
by Stephi Wild - Oct 31, 2025
Des Moines Performing Arts (DMPA) has announced its partnership with the Iowa Adventure Pass program for the 2025-26 season, making live theater more accessible to families across the state.
by Stephi Wild - Oct 31, 2025
Des Moines Performing Arts (DMPA) has announced its partnership with the Iowa Adventure Pass program for the 2025-26 season, making live theater more accessible to families across the state.
Jerry Seinfeld to Perform at The Des Moines Civic Center in March
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 24, 2025
Jerry Seinfeld will perform on the Des Moines Civic Center stage this winter! Tickets go on sale to the general public on Friday, October 31, 2025, at 10 am. Learn more!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 24, 2025
Jerry Seinfeld will perform on the Des Moines Civic Center stage this winter! Tickets go on sale to the general public on Friday, October 31, 2025, at 10 am. Learn more!
SUFFS North American Tour Cast & Cities Announced
by Joshua Wright - Jul 28, 2025
Casting and cities have been announced for the North American Tour of SUFFS. The tour will have its first public performance on September 8, 2025, at the Capitol Theatre in Yakima, WA, and will officially open at the 5th Avenue Theatre in Seattle on September 19, 2025.
by Joshua Wright - Jul 28, 2025
Casting and cities have been announced for the North American Tour of SUFFS. The tour will have its first public performance on September 8, 2025, at the Capitol Theatre in Yakima, WA, and will officially open at the 5th Avenue Theatre in Seattle on September 19, 2025.
Indigo Girls and Melissa Etheridge Come to the Des Moines Civic Center
by Stephi Wild - Jul 25, 2025
Indigo Girls and Melissa Etheridge are coming to the Des Moines Civic Center next August! The performance is set for August 20. Learn more about the show here!
by Stephi Wild - Jul 25, 2025
Indigo Girls and Melissa Etheridge are coming to the Des Moines Civic Center next August! The performance is set for August 20. Learn more about the show here!
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