News

Thank you for both your patience and support during this challenging time. As we all know, the world is a very different place than it was when we closed our doors in March.

DMPA announces the 2020 IHSMTA Technical Theater Scholarship recipient that recognizes one graduating senior pursuing a technical theater major or minor at an accredited college or university.

DMPA announces the 2020 IHSMTA Impact Award recipients recognizing educators and community members who support their local high schools’ musical productions.

DMPA Announces 2020–21 Season

Des Moines Performing Arts welcomes the legendary Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons at the Des Moines Civic Center

Your Favorite Characters Brought to Life, Plus Surprise Celebrity Guests. Tickets On-Sale Feb. 17 at DMPA.org

Des Moines Performing Arts is pleased to announce the creation of a new family-friendly Symphony show

Des Moines Performing Arts is pleased to announce WICKED, will return to the Civic Center June 17–July 5, 2020

Save the date for DMPA’s 2020-21 Season Announcement . We will be sharing all of the great performances coming to our stages next season on Tuesday, March 24. Watch DMPA.org for more details.

Each summer Des Moines Performing Arts (DMPA) offers young people throughout the Midwest the opportunity to explore their interest in performing arts....