Des Musicals

01/03/2026

Happy New Year! Our last episode recorded in 2025 is finally up! Sorry for the delay, but who doesn't love being sick all winter break? Karen caught Des Moines Symphony's Holiday Brass and Ashley's family checked out Junie B. Jones in Jingle Bells Batman Smells at BrickStreet Theatre.

We hope you had a great holiday and are ready for some more great theater in 2026! Thanks for listening!

https://open.spotify.com/episode/2FAQ3cU6IDoRUR9HTiIEIT?si=IlcSV4FBSz26u6o9CxsVwA

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12/29/2025

✨ Here’s to you and an unforgettable 2025!

From welcoming 346,000 guests across 365 incredible performances to marking 30 years of the Applause Series and celebrating the 20th season of the Willis Broadway Series, this year was spectacular.

Now, the curtain rises on 2026 with new leadership, stronger-than-ever programs for students of all ages and a 2026-27 Broadway lineup you won’t want to miss.

Be part of the story. Read more: https://www.desmoinesperformingarts.org/news/a-year-of-standing-ovations-reflecting-on-2025-and-looking-ahead

12/29/2025

12/21/2025

There is a performance tonight and tomorrow afternoon and both are sold out! Look at that pipe organ!!

12/20/2025

Catching some holiday community theater with BrickStreet Theatre

12/19/2025

Karen went to Frozen at Des Moines Playhouse last week and had glowing reviews. Get your tickets before they're all sold out! Playing now until December 27th.

Also, we'll link some of the magic we talked about in the comments so be sure to check those out!

https://open.spotify.com/episode/30A9sLcx3l7ol3HCmv77VI?si=PY62HRisRaOTgHigFosg_A

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12/17/2025

This is so encouraging! Hope more get added to the 'thriving' list.

Naples, Fla., and Milwaukee are quite different, but have one thing in common: They are home to regional theaters that are thriving.

12/17/2025

I'm loving all the Grinch promos coming from DMPA - Des Moines Performing Arts this week!

12/14/2025

Today's gig. Watching the show next weekend with my family.

12/13/2025

Still haven't seen the movie!

12/12/2025

We're back this week with some mixed reviews on last week's performance of the Notebook musical at DMPA - Des Moines Performing Arts. Would love to hear where you landed with the story and characters, and if you're more team Karen or team Ashley and why.

Also, a little snapshot from our Zoom call for context and your enjoyment. 😉🎄

https://open.spotify.com/episode/3oiCDoDwWAugh5xlc6kChU?si=Bv7GBYjkSlCEchwPWAHU-w