Chloe from 107.5 KISS FM Sees The Outsiders
February 3, 2026The Outsiders
Ahead of The Outsiders’ upcoming Des Moines engagement, we sent Chloe from 107.5 KISS FM on a road trip to Omaha to catch the show early — and based on her reaction, this is one you won’t want to miss when it arrives at the Des Moines Civic Center in late February.
From the moment the curtain went up, Chloe knew she was in for something special.
“If you’re a fan of the book — or even the movie — you already know the story is intense,” she said. “But the way it translates to the stage? Incredible.”
What stood out immediately was the sheer scale and precision of the production.
“As a musical nerd, I was seriously impressed. The actors, the lighting, the set — it all came together in such an amazing way.”
One of the biggest surprises? Just how cinematic the stagecraft feels.
“The technical elements were unforgettable,” Chloe shared. “There are slow-motion scenes with flashing lights that build so much tension — and the fight scene? Real rain on stage. They literally brought a thunderstorm inside. It felt so raw and real.”
And then there’s that scene.
“Hands down, the church fire scene was the most memorable,” she said. “The lighting was so gorgeous and intense, it felt like the stage itself was on fire. I got chills. You could feel the danger.”
Beyond the spectacle, Chloe was struck by how grounded and believable the performances felt.
“The cast was completely on point — intense, emotional, and real. Even when the pacing slowed a bit, those high-energy moments pulled you right back in.”
By the end of the night, her verdict was clear.
“The Outsiders is now in my top five favorite shows I’ve ever seen. The production is next level, and the story is so raw and heartfelt. If you love musicals — or just great storytelling — this is a must-see.”
We couldn’t agree more.
The Outsiders brings S.E. Hinton’s iconic story to life with breathtaking visuals, heart-pounding choreography, and a score that hits just as hard as the story itself. When it comes to Des Moines February 24–March 1, audiences can expect an unforgettable theatrical experience — one that stays with you long after the final bow.
And as Chloe put it:
“I can’t wait to see it again when it comes to Des Moines.”