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Hamilton Returns to Des Moines This June!

For two weeks only, Hamilton, the groundbreaking musical that has captivated audiences worldwide will return to Des Moines. From June 3-15, 2025, the Willis Broadway Season production will take the the Des Moines Civic Center stage! Tickets are on sale now!

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Made in the Midwest Concert Series Just Announced!

Made in the Midwest, a new Des Moines Performing Arts concert series, highlights the artistry of local musicians in the intimate Temple Theater. 

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Hadestown

Willis Broadway Series
April 11 - 13, 2025 Des Moines Civic Center

& Juliet

Willis Broadway Series
May 6 - 11, 2025 Des Moines Civic Center

Hamilton

Willis Broadway Series
June 3 - 15, 2025 Des Moines Civic Center

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The Rock Orchestra by Candlelight

Wednesday, April 30, 2025 · 8 PM Des Moines Civic Center
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Killers of Kill Tony

Saturday, June 28, 2025 - 7:00 PM Des Moines Civic Center

Air Supply - 50th Anniversary Celebration

Presented by 93.3 KIOA
Sunday, July 20 - 7:30 PM Des Moines Civic Center

Indigo Girls and Melissa Etheridge

Wednesday, August 20, 2025 · 7:30 PM Des Moines Civic Center
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Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows™ - Part 1 in Concert

WITH THE DES MOINES SYMPHONY
February 20-21, 2026 Des Moines Civic Center
Upcoming Willis Broadway Series Productions Experience an unforgettable season of highly anticipated Broadway national tours including a few returning fan-favorites.
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Hadestown

Willis Broadway Series
April 11 - 13, 2025 Des Moines Civic Center

& Juliet

Willis Broadway Series
May 6 - 11, 2025 Des Moines Civic Center

Hamilton

Willis Broadway Series
June 3 - 15, 2025 Des Moines Civic Center

Parade

Willis Broadway Series
July 29 - August 3, 2025 Des Moines Civic Center

A Beautiful Noise: The Neil Diamond Musical

Willis Broadway Series
October 21-26, 2025 Des Moines Civic Center

Les Misérables

Willis Broadway Series
November 12-16, 2025 Des Moines Civic Center

The Applause Series

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DMPA’s Applause Series brings world-class performing artists and diverse art forms to its stages for school audiences at special field trip performances.  Each year more than 50,000 students enjoy the Applause Series with tickets that cost students $1. The program is supported by generous DMPA donors who provide $7 in subsidy for each ticket.

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Education

DMPA's education programs are designed to ignite creativity, nurture curiosity, and help individuals see the world—and their role in it—in new and meaningful ways.
Our Venues

Our Venues

Des Moines Performing Arts operates four venues in downtown Des Moines – The Des Moines Civic Center, Stoner Theater, Temple Theater and Cowles Commons.
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Support for the transformative power of the performing arts makes a tangible difference in the lives of your friends and neighbors.
About Us

About Us

DMPA continues to serve as one of Iowa’s premier non-profit arts organizations. It is a major economic driver with the Willis Broadway Series alone delivering an estimated $30 million in economic impact annually.

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The Heat is On: Some Like It Hot Press Day Brings Excitement to Des Moines
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The Heat is On: Some Like It Hot Press Day Brings Excitement to Des Moines

The energy of Broadway is making its way to Des Moines, and the buzz around Some Like It Hot is heating up! With press coverage rolling in across Iowa, audiences are getting an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at what makes this high-energy musical a must-see at the Des Moines Civic Center March 18–23. Press Day gave audiences an inside look at the show with Matt Loehr (Joe/Josephine) and Travis Kuehn (Jerry/Daphne) sharing what makes Some Like It Hot one of Broadway’s hottest new musicals.

March 20, 2025
DMPA CONVERSATIONS: Marc Shaiman & Scott Wittman
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DMPA CONVERSATIONS: Marc Shaiman & Scott Wittman

Join Tony and Grammy Award-winning composer and lyricist Marc Shaiman and Tony and Grammy Award-winning lyricist Scott Wittman as they converse with Des Moines Performing Arts President and CEO Jeff Chelesvig about the writing process for the score of SOME LIKE IT HOT. The genius musical duo who also brought us catchy tunes from Hairspray, Catch Me If You Can and soon to come, Smash, share a few laughs and talk about the making of this HOT, HOT show!

March 18, 2025
The Remember Balloons – Don’t Miss Upcoming Storytimes Around the Metro

The Remember Balloons – Don’t Miss Upcoming Storytimes Around the Metro

Before the stage performance of The Remember Balloons, join us for storytime readings of the book, bringing its beautiful message to life in a new way.

March 13, 2025
Press Day Spotlight: Broadway's Next Hit Musical

Press Day Spotlight: Broadway's Next Hit Musical

Improv, Stand-up Comedy & Live Music made up ON THE SPOT! Whose Line Is It Anyway meets The Tony Awards. Every song is fresh. Every scene is new. Every night is different. It’s all improvised and it’s all funny. Hear about it from company members Deb Rabbai and Liz Coin during their Des Moines press tour.

March 13, 2025
Willis Broadway Series 2025 - 26 Season Overview
25-26 Season

Willis Broadway Series 2025 - 26 Season Overview

Des Moines Performing Arts is thrilled to unveil the 2025 - 26 Willis Broadway Series Six-Show Package, featuring a dazzling lineup of Tony Award-winning hits, brand-new Broadway sensations, and audience favorites. With two Best Musical winners, a brand-new Broadway hit, and the return of one of the most beloved shows of all time, this season is packed with must-see productions that will entertain, inspire, and amaze.

March 4, 2025
REFLECTIONS FROM BEHIND THE CURTAIN
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REFLECTIONS FROM BEHIND THE CURTAIN

Jeff Chelesvig reflects on his journey from a small-town Iowa student involved in high school theater to leading Des Moines Performing Arts (DMPA) as President and CEO.

February 28, 2025
Iowa High School Musical Theater Awards

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Each year, thousands of students statewide benefit from the Iowa High School Musical Theater Awards , receiving professional feedback to enhance their skills. The program culminates in a showcase on the Civic Center stage, where hundreds of students perform under the guidance of Broadway professionals.

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