Dancing With the Stars LIVE
February 26, 2026 - 12:00 am at Stephens Auditorium
2229 Lincoln Way
Straight from Hollywood, See Dancing with the Stars, Live!
See the glitz, glam and breathtaking performances of America?s favorite dance show in a city near you with this ALL-NEW SHOW starring your favorite pros Alan Bersten, Brandon Armstrong, Britt Stewart, Daniella Karagach, Emma Slater, Ezra Sosa, Jenna Johnson, Pasha Pashkov, Val Chmerkovskiy, Hailey Bills and special guests to be announced!
Experience the excitement, athleticism, and the artistry of the ballroom, live, up-close and personal? For an unforgettable night that you won’t want to miss!
Get your tickets here!
Steve Martin’s The Underpants
March 5, 2026 - March 15, 2026 - 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm at First United Methodist Church
307 W Ashland Ave
Carousel Theatre of Indianola Presents: THE UNDERPANTS
Adapted by Steve Martin
Directed by Michael Howland
Don’t wait! Get your tickets at https://carouseltheatre.org/tickets/
Adults: $20, Children $15
DATES: March 5th-15th Matinee and Evening performances available
LOCATION: First United Methodist Church in Indianola
Get ready for fast laughs, big heart, and pure comedic chaos! THE UNDERPANTS, adapted by Steve Martin from Carl Sternheim’s classic farce, is a wildly clever romp about respectability, reputation, and what happens when one small wardrobe malfunction turns an ordinary household upside down.
With Martin’s unmistakable wit—smart, absurd, and laugh-out-loud funny—the play crackles with outrageous characters, rapid-fire dialogue, and nonstop surprises. It’s cheeky, sharp, and irresistibly entertaining… exactly what you’d expect when Steve Martin puts his brilliant comedic spin on a classic.
*This production contains strong adult innuendos and mature humor. Viewer discretion is advised. Recommended for mature audiences only.
The Lightning Thief
March 6, 2026 - March 22, 2026 - 12:00 am at Des Moines Playhouse
831 42nd Street
The Des Moines Playhouse presents The Lightning Thief: The Percy Jackson Musical March 6-22. Some heroes are made, and some are born of the gods. Percy Jackson just wants to be a normal kid. That wish is thrown out the window when he learns he’s the son of Poseidon and is thrust into a quest to prevent a war between the gods.
The show runs Fridays at 7:00 PM and Saturdays & Sundays at 1:00 & 5:00 PM (There is an added show on Thursday, March 19 at 7:00 PM). Tickets start at $20
JOURNEY: Final Frontier Tour 2026
April 8, 2026 - 7:30 pm - 10:00 pm at Casey’s Center
730 Third Street
After decades of electrifying performances, chart-topping hits, and unforgettable moments, the iconic rock band JOURNEY is saying good-bye the only way they know how—with a thunderous, full-throttle Farewell Tour spanning cities across North America.
Tickets on sale 11/14/25. More info here.
Crazy for You
April 17, 2026 - May 3, 2026 - 12:00 am at Des Moines Playhouse
831 42nd Street
The Des Moines Playhouse presents Crazy for You April 17-May 3. City-slicker Bobby Child travels to Nevada to foreclose on a rundown theatre. When he falls for the theatre owner’s spirited daughter, Polly, Bobby vows to win her favor by saving the theatre with the grandest show the town has ever seen!
The show runs Wednesday–Saturdays at 7:30 PM and Saturdays & Sundays at 2:00 PM (There is no 2:00 PM show on Saturday, April 18). Tickets start at $25.
Hope – Copland & Gershwin
April 18, 2026 - April 19, 2026 - All Day at Civic Center of Greater Des Moines
221 Walnut St
Two American musical icons meet on the sixth Masterworks program of the season. Copland’s Shaker-influenced Appalachian Spring and Gershwin’s jazz-infused An American in Paris bookend the concert. Heitzeg’s Symphony In Sculpture celebrates the Pappajohn Sculpture Park through its musical evocation of Des Moines’ favorite sculptures. Margaret Bonds’ Music from the Montgomery Variations reflects the struggles and triumphs of the Civil Rights Movement.
Two Shows:
Polkadots: The Cool Kids Musical
May 8, 2026 - May 24, 2026 - 12:00 am at Des Moines Playhouse
831 42nd Street
The Des Moines Playhouse presents Polkadots: The Cool Kids Musical May 8-24. As the first Polkadot in an all Square school, Lily faces an almost impossible task of gaining acceptance from her classmates. Her quest seems hopeless until she meets Sky, a shy Square boy whose curiosity for her unique polkadots blooms into an unexpected pal-ship.
The show runs Fridays at 7:00 PM and Saturdays & Sundays at 1:00 & 4:00 PM. Tickets start at $15.
Courage – Alpine Symphony
May 9, 2026 - May 10, 2026 - All Day at Des Moines Civic Center
221 Walnut St
The Symphony’s Season Finale explodes with Richard Strauss and his monumental storytelling. The Symphony’s powerful brass section is on display, from the composer’s Vienna Philharmonic Fanfare to the cinematic grandeur of his Alpine Symphony featuring 34 brass players. Amaryn Olmeda returns to Des Moines for Mendelssohn’s beautifully melodic Violin Concerto
Two Shows:
Noises Off
June 5, 2026 - June 21, 2026 - 12:00 am at Des Moines Playhouse
831 42nd Street
The Des Moines Playhouse presents Noises Off June 5-21. The comedy where everyone gets caught in the act! A struggling theatre troupe is producing the play Nothing On. Flubbed lines, lost clothing, and backstage drama make for an evening of laughter.
The show runs Wednesdays–Saturdays at 7:30 PM and Sundays at 2:00 PM. Tickets start at $25.
