Love – Romeo & Juliet
February 14, 2026 - February 15, 2026 - All Day at Des Moines Civic Center
221 Walnut St
Miguel Harth-Bedoya leads the Orchestra! The tragic romance of Shakespeare takes center stage over Valentine’s Day weekend in Tchaikovsky’s beautiful Romeo and Juliet. Sibelius captures the resilience and independence of the Finnish people in his Second Symphony. Anna Geniushene makes her Des Moines debut performing Ravel’s jazz-infused Piano Concerto in G Major.
Two Shows:
Dancing With the Stars LIVE
February 26, 2026 - 7:30 pm - 11:00 pm at Stephens Auditorium
1900 Center Dr.
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.
JOURNEY: Final Frontier Tour 2026
April 8, 2026 - 7:30 pm - 10:00 pm at Casey’s Center
730 3rd st
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.
Hope – Copland & Gershwin
April 18, 2026 - April 19, 2026 - All Day at Des Moines Civic Center
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:
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
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