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October 15 - 20, 2024

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Des Moines Performing Arts is excited to launch the new DMPA.org. 

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FEATURED EVENTS

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The Last Airbender In Concert
Friday, September 13, 2024 - 6:30 PM Des Moines Civic Center

Socks in the Frying Pan

Live at the Temple
Sunday, September 22, 2024 - 7 PM Temple Theater

An Evening With Matthew Sweet

Live at the Temple
October 1 - 2, 2024 Temple Theater
With the Des Moines Symphony

Santino Fontana

Willis Broadway Series
October 5, 2024 Des Moines Civic Center

Taylor Tomlinson

Save Me Tour
October 11 - 12, 2024 Des Moines Civic Center

The Rocky Horror Picture Show

49th Anniversary Spectacular Tour
Tuesday, October 22, 2024 - 7:30 PM 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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With the Des Moines Symphony

Santino Fontana

Willis Broadway Series
October 5, 2024 Des Moines Civic Center

Back to the Future

Willis Broadway Series
October 15 - 20, 2024 Des Moines Civic Center

Chicago

Willis Broadway Series
December 6 - 8, 2024 Des Moines Civic Center

Shucked

Willis Broadway Series
January 28 - February 2, 2025 Des Moines Civic Center

Life of Pi

Willis Broadway Series
February 25 - March 2, 2025 Des Moines Civic Center

Some Like It Hot

Willis Broadway Series
March 18 - 23, 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

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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DMPA CONVERSATIONS: SANTINO FONTANA

DMPA CONVERSATIONS: SANTINO FONTANA

Join Tony Award-winning Actor, Santino Fontana, and DMPA President and CEO, Jeff Chelesvig, as they discuss Santino’s impressive career. From his award-winning performance leading Tootsie on Broadway to voicing the villainous Prince Hans in the Academy Award-winning Disney film Frozen, Fontana shares insights from his life as a performer and how he found success in the entertainment industry. Santino will perform with the Des Moines Symphony for a special collaborative concert on October 5.

September 12, 2024
WHERE TO FIND MATTHEW SWEET ON THE BIG SCREEN
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WHERE TO FIND MATTHEW SWEET ON THE BIG SCREEN

Matthew Sweet emerged in 1991 as the leading figure of the power pop revival. Today, he has more than 20 albums to his credit, including the classics “Girlfriend” and “100% Fun.”

August 12, 2024
DMPA CONVERSATIONS: DEREK MCLANE
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DMPA CONVERSATIONS: DEREK MCLANE

Join Tony Award-winning scenic designer, Derek McLane, and DMPA President and CEO Jeff Chelesvig as they discuss McLane’s incredible career and his approach to design for Moulin Rouge! the Musical.

August 9, 2024
WHERE DO YOU KNOW SANTINO FONTANA FROM?
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WHERE DO YOU KNOW SANTINO FONTANA FROM?

Santino Fontana, a Tony Award winner originally from California, is making his Civic Center debut this October 5. His portfolio ranges from Broadway hits to animated favorites on the big-screen.

August 6, 2024
EMMA WEBB: MULTICULTURAL LEADERSHIP PROGRAM
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EMMA WEBB: MULTICULTURAL LEADERSHIP PROGRAM

Come along and observe the wonderful time I had in completing the Multicultural Leadership Program with Des Moines Performing Arts.

July 26, 2024
TOP 3 REASONS TO SEE THE 2024-25 DANCE SERIES
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TOP 3 REASONS TO SEE THE 2024-25 DANCE SERIES

Get ready to be mesmerized by another unforgettable Dance Series at the Des Moines Civic Center! This season, we're thrilled to present a trio of spectacular performances that will captivate audiences all season long. Check out our top 3 reasons to see the 2024-25 Dance Series!

July 24, 2024
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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