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Best Shows from September 20 - November 20

in Des Moines

Trans-Siberian Orchestra: The Lost Christmas Eve at Wells Fargo Arena

Trans-Siberian Orchestra: The Lost Christmas Eve

The Trans-Siberian Orchestra is hitting the road once again in 2024, bringing their electrifying holiday rock opera to audiences across North America. To mark the 20th anniversary of their fourth studio album, The Lost Christmas Eve, the progressive metal group will perform 109 shows throughout November and December. Join them for a festive celebration that spans over two decades of Christmas magic! Along with The Lost Christmas Eve, fans can expect some of the band's greatest hits, making it clear why audiences keep coming back year after year.

Back To The Future - The Musical at Des Moines Civic Center

Back To The Future - The Musical

Great Scott! Back To The Future is on tour and coming to YOU! The hit 80's franchise is the latest movie sensation to receive a Broadway musical adaptation. The production follows Marty McFly and kooky scientist Doc Brown as they travel through space and time, finding themselves in a series of mishaps. Will these two-time travelers ever find their way back home?

Witch - Iowa Stage Theatre Company at Stoner Theatre

Witch - Iowa Stage Theatre Company

Jen Silverman's thrilling retelling of a Jacobean play is coming to the Iowa Stage Theatre this fall. Witch, a reimagination of Rowley, Dekker, and Ford's 1621 play The Witch of Edmonton is a dark and subversive dramatic comedy that sticks to the ethos of "well-behaved women don't make history." Since its 2018 premiere, it has been performed in multiple playhouses to much critical acclaim and rave reviews. Get your tickets now and prepare to be spellbound!

Jim Brickman at Hoyt Sherman Auditorium

Jim Brickman

Jim Brickman hits the road for the holiday season once again! Join the talented musician as he weaves together contemporary and traditional holiday favorites, plus all his legendary hits! Enjoy an unforgettable night with Jim Brickman this Christmas - it's a holiday MUST!

Taylor Tomlinson at Des Moines Civic Center

Taylor Tomlinson

Rising comedian Taylor Tomlinson is hitting the road once again this year! After cutting her teeth as a comedian at the tender age of 16 in church basements, Tomlinson has made appearances on Conan, The Tonight Show and has three Netflix stand-up specials already under her belt. Don't miss the blossoming of this exciting new comedic voice as she storms a stage near you!

A Motown Christmas at Hoyt Sherman Auditorium

A Motown Christmas

Inject some groove, soul, and rhythm into your festivities this holiday season with A Motown Christmas'! Created by BPE Productions, the perennially popular concert spectacular showcases the astonishing vocal talents of a world-class ensemble comprised of members from legendary Motown outfits The Temptations, The Miracles and The Contours.

Gary Gulman at Wooly

Gary Gulman

The Last Comic Standing finalist from season 2 has since become a fully fledged comic in his own right, garnering critical acclaim for his DVDs and touring work. Known for his surreal observations on everyday situations, Gulman has held a myriad of jobs throughout his twenty years trying to break into the big time; barista, waiter, doorman, accountant and even a school scholarship football player. A gigantic six-foot, six-inch Bostonian, he has also performed on television comedy shows including Jay Leno, Jimmy Kimmel, David Letterman and John Oliver.

Brad Williams at Hoyt Sherman Auditorium

Brad Williams

California-born Williams has made a striking mark on the nationwide comedy circuit, as well as having a large fanbase online as a guest on various comedy podcasts and radio shows. First discovered by Carlos Mencia at his live show after noticing him in the audience, the young Williams was invited on stage to contribute to the show, to huge applause. Regularly making references and jokes concerning his dwarfism, Williams displays a brazen attitude towards subjects including disability, relationships, sex, and race, attracting new audiences with every appearance.

Nikki Glaser at Hoyt Sherman Auditorium

Nikki Glaser

If you've ever had the pleasure of seeing an episode of Comedy Central mainstay 'Not Safe with Nikki Glaser', then you'll be well acquainted with her unapologetic, no-holds-barred comedy style, but you may still blush when confronted with her racy live stand-up routine. Leaving no stone unturned when it comes topics including sex, relationships, the single life, Target fashion triumphs and invasive TSA practices, Glaser spreads her mischievous glee around venues across North America on 'The Good Girl' tour and 'The Alive and Unwell' tour (From 14 September 2024)!

Patton Oswalt at Hoyt Sherman Auditorium

Patton Oswalt

Comedian, writer and actor Patton Oswalt has spent the last decade headlining comedy clubs and theaters all over America in addition to nine seasons playing the role of Spence on CBS's hit show, King of Queens. He also voiced "Remy the Rat," the lead voice in Pixar's blockbuster hit, Ratatouille. From pop culture trivia to politics, there is rarely a subject on which he isn't well-versed and guaranteed to make his audiences consider, long after the laughter has finished.

For King And Country at Wells Fargo Arena

For King And Country

The Grammy winners For KING AND COUNTRY are back with the 'Unsung Hero: The Tour'! Hailing from the land of Oz, Christian Contemporary Music duo For King And Country have taken their new homeland by storm with soaring praise anthems, emotionally charged lyrics and a reputation for theatrical, percussive and high-energy live shows that keeps their fan base growing.

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