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  • Iowa Dance Theatre - The Nutcracker

    Dec 8 - 9, 2023

  • The Wiz

    Dec 12 - 17, 2023

  • Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer

    Dec 21, 2023

  • Cirque Dreams Holidaze

    Dec 22 - 23, 2023

  • Cirque De La Symphonie

    Dec 31, 2023

Iowa Dance Theatre - The Nutcracker Poster

Iowa Dance Theatre - The Nutcracker

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December 8 - 9, 2023

Join the Iowa Dance Theatre for their performance of this Christmas classic as they once again present the story of a girl, her Nutcracker, and the special dream they share. Running at the Des Moines Civic Center since 1997 and performed by the IDT since 1985, this stunning Nutcracker is choreographed and directed by a team of professionals from seven area studios, and represents a highlight of the Des Moines holiday season!

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The Wiz

December 12 - 17, 2023

The seven-time Tony-winning hit; The Wiz is back with a brand new Pre-Broadway tour, the first in 40 years! The soul, gospel, funk and R&B fused reimagining of Frank L. Baum's The Wizard of Oz will be taking to the road in a brand new production directed by Schele Williams, presenting William.F. Brown and Charlie Smalls' vibrant musical for the 21st century. With additional material by Amber Ruffin and choreography by Jaquel Knight, join Dorothy, Toto, Tinman, Scarecrow, and Lion as they boogie down the Yellow Brick Road in search of heart, home and love!

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Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer

December 21, 2023

Based on the beloved 1964 animated special, this adaptation brings everyone's favourite reindeer to the stage. This classic tale teaches the importance of friendship and respect, whilst getting everyone very excited for Christmas in the process! The perfect event for all the family treat your loved ones to an extra special holiday treat this Christmas.

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Cirque Dreams Holidaze

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December 22 - 23, 2023

Ornaments come to life when Cirque Dream: Holidaze's costumed characters perform astonishing feats that celebrate the holiday season with spectacle, imagination and whimsical dreams. Marvel at gingerbread men flipping through the air, toy soldiers skillfully marching on thin wires, snowmen daringly balancing, icemen sculpting powerfully, penguins spinning, puppets caroling and reindeer soaring high above a landscape of holiday wonderment.

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Cirque De La Symphonie

December 31, 2023

Cirque de la Symphonie is a fusion of the magic of circus arts and the classic music hall. Artists include the most amazing veterans of exceptional cirque programs throughout the world- aerial flyers, acrobats, contortionists, dancers, jugglers, balancers and strongmen, all set to the soaring background of your favorite classical music masterpieces, and more contemporary sounds conducted by the company's very own maestro.

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