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in Des Moines

November 2024

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!

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!

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.

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.

Pink at Wells Fargo Arena

Pink

Multi Grammy-Award winner P!NK will return to the road in 2024 on the extension of the 'Summer Carnival' Tour! With special guests; Sheryl Crow, the Script and KidCutUp, this latest jaunt is set to be another spectacular live show from the singer, featuring some of her most iconic tunes, alongside brand new ones such as November 2022's 'Never Gonna Not Dance Again'.

Becky Robinson at Hoyt Sherman Auditorium

Becky Robinson

Becky Robinson is back with a bang in her epic one-woman show! Becky is coming to a city near you to fill your laughter tanks to the brim and curb those sweet entertainment cravings. Known for her excellent stand-up comedy routines and ingenious characterizations, you'll soon discover that there isn't anything quite like a Becky Robinson show; packed full of heart, perfect punchlines, characters, and all the roaring improvisation you can imagine.

Quinn XCII at Val Air Ballroom

Quinn XCII

Remember Quinn XCII's name as you're going to be hearing it a lot in 2024. After the release of his debut album, The Story Of Us, in 2017 the Detroit born sing-songwriter has been making musical waves and this year sees him hitting the road with his 2023 album, The People's Champ. This year, Quinn embarks on the 'All You Can Eat' tour.

Colter Wall at Vibrant Music Hall

Colter Wall

At 26 years, Colter Wall is quickly getting his name in the country game. Following his debut self-titled album, Wall has continued to release a feel-good sound with his fourth album 'Little Songs', released in 2023. His music is said to mirror the sounds of the 70s, and his recent album follows suit. He is now hitting the road on his brand new tour, don't miss your chance to see him live!

Luke Bryan at Wells Fargo Arena

Luke Bryan

American Country Music's had a bromance with Luke Bryan ever since the 2007 release of his debut album 'I'll Stay Me'. The Nashville hitmaker has since become a whirlwind crossover success with his subsequent albums, including 'Spring Break... Here to Party', a party-centric roaring success, hitting number 1 on the Pop Charts. Catch him in 2024 on his 'Mind Of A Country Boy' tour!

Sesame Street Live - Say Hello at Des Moines Civic Center

Sesame Street Live - Say Hello

Sesame Street is back on the road with this brand-new live show! Join favorites Cookie Monster, Abby Cadabby, Elmo and more for an exciting all-singing, all-dancing spectacular, plus some great surprises as this exciting production takes to a stage near you! One of the most beloved children's shows in the world, Sesame Street has been running since 1969, presenting educational content in an entertaining and memorable way.

Dave Attell at Hoyt Sherman Auditorium

Dave Attell

Dave Attell is the perfect host for Comedy Central's Comedy Underground. Presenting the uncensored, no-holds-barred comedy showcase was a natural fit for Attell, who is never one to hold back on vulgarity in his routines. Now he's taking his filthy mouth on the road and bringing the belly laughs on tour!

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