Des Musicals Podcast
1) Parade
Karen and Ashley wrap up the 2025-2026 DMPA season with Parade, showing at the Civic Center July 29 - August 3, 2025.
2) Some Like It Hot
Thinking back to a colder time when we saw Some Like It Hot at the Des Moines Performing Arts Civic Center.
3) & Juliet
We have a new entry in our "top" musicals list! "& Juliet" played at the Des Moines Civic Center May 6-11, 2025 and we loved it!
4) Alice and Wonderland
Des Moines Playhouse presents Alice in Wonderland as part of their children's series, May 2-18, 2025. Ashley has the inside scoop on this production!
5) Carlisle High School Presents: The Curious Savage
This week we are joined by the director and cast of The Curious Savage, playing at Carlisle High School April 17, 18, and 19, 2025. All shows start at 7 PM. Tickets can be purchased at the door or onl...Show More
6) Knuffle Bunny
Ashley and her daughter Abigail discuss Knuffle Bunny, spring break camps, and Alice in Wonderland, all happening at the Des Moines Playhouse.Knuffle Bunny is playing March 28-April 13, 2025. Tickets ...Show More
7) DMPA 2025-2026 Season Announcement
Karen and Ashley break down the 2025-2026 Willis Broadway Series at Des Moines Performing Arts. Season tickets (and add-ons for season ticket holders) on sale now at dmpa.org.
8) Life of Pi
Karen and Ashley chat about Life of Pi which played at Des Moines Performing Arts Feb. 25 - March 2, 2025.
9) Momix Alice and Men On Boats
Ashley and her daughters went to Momix Alice, a one night engagement at Des Moines Performing Arts. Karen and Ashley chat about Men on Boats playing at The Des Moines Playhouse February 7 - March 2, 2...Show More
10) Shucked
Karen and Ashley, self-proclaimed corn professionals, discuss Shucked which played January 28 - February 2, 2025 at the Des Moines Civic Center.