ORDINARY PEOPLE.
Extraordinary Theatre.
You mean the teacher can act, sing, and dance?
Visit The Des Moines Playhouse to witness top-notch performers, crew members, and set designers for a truly impressive experience. Click the button below to view our season full of plays, musicals, and more!
ORDINARY PEOPLE
Extraordinary Theatre.
You mean the teacher can act, sing and dance?
Visit The Des Moines Playhouse to witness top-notch performers, crew members and set designers for a truly impressive experience. Click the button below to view our season full of plays, musicals, and more!
Spend Your Weekend at The Playhouse!
Don’t miss out on this extraordinary live theatre performance.
School of Rock
July 12-28, 2024
Wannabe rock star Dewey Finn has been kicked out of his own band and makes a desperate attempt to be a substitute teacher at a prestigious prep school. Clearly unqualified to teach, Dewey dreams of turning his classically trained, straight-A students into guitar-shredding rockers who can win the Battle of the Bands. Can they do it? This talented cast of young performers (and adults!) will play and sing you the answer live on stage.
Note: The original film on which this show is based is rated PG-13 for mild profanity.
Up Next in Des Moines Theatre
There’s always something happening at The Des Moines Community Playhouse.
Check out our upcoming plays, musicals, comedies, and more! Purchase tickets before they’re gone!
The Penguin Project Presents
Disney’s Frozen Jr
August 15–18, 2024
When faced with danger, Princesses Anna and Elsa discover their hidden potential and the powerful bond of sisterhood. With a cast of beloved characters and loaded with magic, adventure, and plenty of humor, Frozen Jr. is sure to thaw even the coldest heart.
The Penguin Project is a group of special needs artists who are joined on stage by a dedicated group of peer mentors—youths the same age without disabilities who have worked side-by-side with the artists through four months of rehearsals. By providing access to community theatre, The Penguin Project demonstrates that the special challenges of a disability should not handicap a child’s ability to participate in life’s experiences. Click here to learn more about The Penguin Project.
Jersey Boys
September 13-29, 2024
How did four blue-collar kids go from harmonizing under a streetlamp to the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame? The musical phenomenon, Jersey Boys, takes you behind the music of Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons to their 40-year friendship and the songs that landed them on the top of the pop charts. Experience electrifying performances of timeless hits such as “Sherry,” “Big Girls Don’t Cry,” “Walk Like a Man,” “Can’t Take My Eyes Off You,” and many more. You’ll be saying “Oh, What a Night!”
Note: This musical contains authentic Jersey language.
Season tickets now on sale. Individual tickets on sale to the public Monday, Aug. 19, 2024, online and Tuesday, Aug. 20, 2024, by phone and in person.
2024-25 Season has been announced
Season tickets now on sale
Our Signature Series features Jersey Boys, Dracula: A Comedy of Terrors, Disney’s Beauty and the Beast, Men on Boats, Jesus Christ Superstar, and Waitress. Our Kate Goldman Family Series features Last Stop on Market Street, Diary of a Wimpy Kid, Knuffle Bunny: A Cautionary Musical, and Alice in Wonderland. Click here to learn more and purchase season tickets.
Summer camps now in session!
Theatre education for kids and adults of all ages.
Theatre For All Ages!
We take pride in supporting the Des Moines theatre community. We offer many theatre classes and programs that support our regular season offerings. Learn more below!
THE PENGUIN PROJECT
Bringing youths with special needs to the stage! Learn More.
ADVENTURE CLUBHOUSE
Interactive theatre for children ages 4–6. Learn More.
FINAL ACT ENSEMBLE
Aged 60+, this troupe performs classic and original radio plays, including commercials and sound effects! Learn More.
