AUDITIONS: Anne of Green Gables
December 7, 2026 - 6:00 pm at Des Moines Playhouse
831 42nd Street
Cast: 4 Youth Roles | 5 Adult Roles
Anne Shirley is mistakenly sent to live with a plainspoken farmer and his spinster sister, who thought they were adopting a boy! She wins over the Cuthberts and all of Prince Edward Island with her irrepressible spirit and imagination — and wins over audiences with this warm, poignant story about love, home and family.
Audition Date:
Monday, Dec 07, 6:00 pm
Cast:
- 4 Youth Roles | 5 Adult Roles
Audition Overview
• Please arrive 15 minutes before your scheduled audition time to check in.
• Upon arrival, you’ll sign in, receive a name tag, and have your photo taken (if you haven’t already provided one). You’ll be introduced to the production team present at the start of the audition.
• Please prepare 16–32 bars (30–45 seconds) of a song in the style of the show for your audition. Choose material that best showcases your voice. This usually is about the length of one verse plus a chorus of a given song.
• Walk-in auditions are welcome. Please arrive at 5:45 PM to sign up in person. Depending on availability, you may be asked to come back for a 7 pm or 8 pm spot.
• If you are needed for callbacks, you will be notified by 12:00 PM on Tuesday December 8
• All who audition will receive an email regarding final casting, whether cast or not. The cast list will also be posted online.
Annie
December 8, 2026 - 7:00 pm at Des Moines Community Playhouse
831 42nd Street
With equal measures of pluck and positivity, little orphan Annie charms everyone’s hearts despite a next-to-nothing start in 1930s New York City. She is determined to find the parents who abandoned her years ago on the doorstep of a New York City Orphanage that is run by the cruel, embittered Miss Hannigan. With the help of the other girls in the Orphanage, Annie escapes to the wondrous world of NYC. In adventure after fun-filled adventure, Annie foils Miss Hannigan’s evil machinations… and even befriends President Franklin Delano Roosevelt! She finds a new home and family in billionaire, Oliver Warbucks, his personal secretary, Grace Farrell, and a lovable mutt named Sandy.
Annie
December 8, 2026 - 7:00 pm at Des Moines Community Playhouse
831 42nd Street
With equal measures of pluck and positivity, little orphan Annie charms everyone’s hearts despite a next-to-nothing start in 1930s New York City. She is determined to find the parents who abandoned her years ago on the doorstep of a New York City Orphanage that is run by the cruel, embittered Miss Hannigan. With the help of the other girls in the Orphanage, Annie escapes to the wondrous world of NYC. In adventure after fun-filled adventure, Annie foils Miss Hannigan’s evil machinations… and even befriends President Franklin Delano Roosevelt! She finds a new home and family in billionaire, Oliver Warbucks, his personal secretary, Grace Farrell, and a lovable mutt named Sandy.
Annie
December 9, 2026 - 7:00 pm at Des Moines Community Playhouse
831 42nd Street
With equal measures of pluck and positivity, little orphan Annie charms everyone’s hearts despite a next-to-nothing start in 1930s New York City. She is determined to find the parents who abandoned her years ago on the doorstep of a New York City Orphanage that is run by the cruel, embittered Miss Hannigan. With the help of the other girls in the Orphanage, Annie escapes to the wondrous world of NYC. In adventure after fun-filled adventure, Annie foils Miss Hannigan’s evil machinations… and even befriends President Franklin Delano Roosevelt! She finds a new home and family in billionaire, Oliver Warbucks, his personal secretary, Grace Farrell, and a lovable mutt named Sandy.
Annie
December 9, 2026 - 7:00 pm at Des Moines Community Playhouse
831 42nd Street
With equal measures of pluck and positivity, little orphan Annie charms everyone’s hearts despite a next-to-nothing start in 1930s New York City. She is determined to find the parents who abandoned her years ago on the doorstep of a New York City Orphanage that is run by the cruel, embittered Miss Hannigan. With the help of the other girls in the Orphanage, Annie escapes to the wondrous world of NYC. In adventure after fun-filled adventure, Annie foils Miss Hannigan’s evil machinations… and even befriends President Franklin Delano Roosevelt! She finds a new home and family in billionaire, Oliver Warbucks, his personal secretary, Grace Farrell, and a lovable mutt named Sandy.
Annie
December 10, 2026 - 7:00 pm at Des Moines Community Playhouse
831 42nd Street
With equal measures of pluck and positivity, little orphan Annie charms everyone’s hearts despite a next-to-nothing start in 1930s New York City. She is determined to find the parents who abandoned her years ago on the doorstep of a New York City Orphanage that is run by the cruel, embittered Miss Hannigan. With the help of the other girls in the Orphanage, Annie escapes to the wondrous world of NYC. In adventure after fun-filled adventure, Annie foils Miss Hannigan’s evil machinations… and even befriends President Franklin Delano Roosevelt! She finds a new home and family in billionaire, Oliver Warbucks, his personal secretary, Grace Farrell, and a lovable mutt named Sandy.
Annie
December 10, 2026 - 7:00 pm at Des Moines Community Playhouse
831 42nd Street
With equal measures of pluck and positivity, little orphan Annie charms everyone’s hearts despite a next-to-nothing start in 1930s New York City. She is determined to find the parents who abandoned her years ago on the doorstep of a New York City Orphanage that is run by the cruel, embittered Miss Hannigan. With the help of the other girls in the Orphanage, Annie escapes to the wondrous world of NYC. In adventure after fun-filled adventure, Annie foils Miss Hannigan’s evil machinations… and even befriends President Franklin Delano Roosevelt! She finds a new home and family in billionaire, Oliver Warbucks, his personal secretary, Grace Farrell, and a lovable mutt named Sandy.
Adventure Clubhouse: The Gingerbread Child
December 11, 2026 - 9:30 am at Des Moines Playhouse
831 42nd Street
9:30 AM, 10:45 AM, & 1:30 PM
A speedy cookie escapes the oven and races into a citywide adventure!
Adventure Clubhouse is a creative, participatory story theatre program for children 4-6 years old and their adults. Children learn the Adventure Clubhouse secret handshake, the spell to open the magic storybook, and listen for the word of the day. A new story is presented each month! Students are encouraged to use their imaginations, read, develop creative thinking skills, and be inspired to explore their world.
Mixology: Mystery at the Museum
December 11, 2026 - 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm at Science Center of Iowa
401 W Martin Luther King Jr Pkwy
21+ Mystery at the Museum: Partnered with Rook Room – December 11th
Prepare for a thrilling evening of suspense and intrigue at the Science Center of Iowa’s 21+ Mystery Night at the Museum, hosted in partnership with Rook Room! Step into a world of secrets, puzzles, and hidden clues as you and your friends become detectives for the night, solving a captivating mystery that unfolds throughout the museum.
As the clock ticks, explore the exhibits like never before, piecing together clues and uncovering the story behind the mystery. Will you crack the case? With Rook Room’s expert storytelling and immersive scenarios, this is more than just a night out—it’s an adventure that will challenge your wits and keep you guessing until the very end.
Enjoy cocktails, mingle with other amateur sleuths, and dive into the excitement of a live-action mystery experience. Whether you’re a seasoned detective or a curious newcomer, this event offers a unique blend of fun, challenge, and social interaction in a lively, adults-only environment. Gather your team, sharpen your senses, and get ready for a night of suspense and surprises at the Science Center. Who knows what secrets you’ll uncover?
Annie
December 11, 2026 - 7:00 pm at Des Moines Community Playhouse
831 42nd Street
With equal measures of pluck and positivity, little orphan Annie charms everyone’s hearts despite a next-to-nothing start in 1930s New York City. She is determined to find the parents who abandoned her years ago on the doorstep of a New York City Orphanage that is run by the cruel, embittered Miss Hannigan. With the help of the other girls in the Orphanage, Annie escapes to the wondrous world of NYC. In adventure after fun-filled adventure, Annie foils Miss Hannigan’s evil machinations… and even befriends President Franklin Delano Roosevelt! She finds a new home and family in billionaire, Oliver Warbucks, his personal secretary, Grace Farrell, and a lovable mutt named Sandy.
