THE LATEST FROM DMPA

Join us as we showcase each artist showcased in our 2023-24 Live at the Temple Concert Series most viewed video on YouTube!

Learn more about the 2023-24 Temple Comedy Series!

Whether it's a birthday celebration, employee incentives, or enriching students' learning experiences, DMPA is your go-to destination for the ultimate group experience in Des Moines.

Join us for Bindlestiff Family Cirkus August 17-19, 2023!

The Wellmark Family Series is Fun for the Entire Family!

Learn more about Emma Webb's experience in DMPA's multicultural leadership program.

Learn more about Katiana Arnold's experience in the Multicultural Leadership Program at DMPA.

Top 3 Reasons to See the 2023-24 Dance Series and become a Dance Series Subscriber.

Kelli O'Hara graces the Des Moines Civic Center stage on July 22.

Before you see the show, Ain't Too Proud, learn a little bit more about the story behind the songs.

Broadway’s biggest names came together on Sunday night at the United Palace Theatre for The 76th Annual Tony Awards.

With summer comes another series of Des Moines Performing Arts’ Free Outdoor Family Events. But before you go to any of these events, there are a few things to keep in mind:

The Bubbler is the first performance of the 2023 Free Outdoor Family Events series.

Put your knowledge of the TINA TURNER to the test! And be sure you don't miss this Broadway hit at the Des Moines Civic Center May 16 - 21!

Three DMPA Invested Shows Receive Tony Award Nominations

Bilingual, Latin pop artist Gina Chavez brings her soulful, powerful vocals to the Temple Theater on Saturday, April 15.

A quick look at the productions in our 2023-24 Willis Broadway Series!

Fun & Interesting Facts about Disney's The Lion King North American Tour!

Can you guess the 2023-24 Willis Broadway Series Season?

Check out Larry McCray, Tuba Skinny and more of the talented performers in the Live at the Temple Comedy Series coming up at the Temple Theater!

DMPA will announce the 2023-24 Willis Broadway Series on Monday, March 6 at 10 AM online at DMPA.org

Giraffes strut. Birds swoop. Gazelles leap. This is Disney’s THE LION KING, making its triumphant return to the Des Moines Civic Center!

The Simon and Garfunkel Story is an immersive concert-style theater show that takes audiences on a journey through the iconic career of folk-rock duo Paul Simon and Art Garfunkel.

Catch Forbidden Broadway at the Temple Theater January 31 - February 5!

5 Reasons Your Family Needs to Attend a Discovery Party before a Wellmark Family Series show!

Looking for the best way to experience Broadway productions in Des Moines? Look no further than the Willis Broadway Series Season Tickets at the Des Moines Civic Center.

Test your trivia and get ready for Disney's The Lion King playing at the Des Moines Civic Center from March 30 - April 16, 2023!

Check out our top Six Reasons to See Six the musical playing at the Des Moines Civic Center from February 7-19, 2023!

Put your knowledge of the Musical CATS to the test! And be sure you don't miss this Broadway hit at the Des Moines Civic Center now playing through January 8, 2023!

Our favorite viral video for each of the remaining 5 shows in the Willis Broadway Series Season Ticket Package

Get into the holiday spirit this year with a guide to the holidays at DMPA - we’ve got something slip anyone into a holly jolly mood.