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  • Whose Live Anyway?

    May 5 - 6, 2024

  • John Crist

    May 18, 2024

  • Marc Maron

    Sep 6, 2024

  • Justin Willman

    Sep 8, 2024

  • Becky Robinson

    Oct 6, 2024

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Whose Live Anyway?

May 5 - 6, 2024

Whose Live Anyway (originally called A Night of Improv) first appeared in 1999 when it sold out two shows in under three hours to very enthusiastic crowds in Vancouver. Following its initial success, Whose Line Executive Producer and star Ryan Stiles expanded the number of appearances of the show to include many major cities in the Western USA and Canada where it has remained a constant sell-out.

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John Crist

May 18, 2024

The hotly anticipated John Crist is hitting the road, witness the viral video funnyman return with his wheeze-inducing stand-up routine and colorful characterisations, as well as fresh new material and never-before-seen-sketches. Heralded as the next big thing in comedy and a forerunner of Christian humour, Crist has amassed over 300 million views with his insightful sketches about the quirks and nuances of the modern Christian faith, drawing big laughs with videos like 'Millenial Missionaries', 'Road Rage In the Church Parking Lot' and 'Lady Who Has A Bible Verse For Every Situation'.

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Marc Maron

September 6, 2024

The veteran stand-up comic, podcast trailblazer and star of his own eponymous tv show returns to his first love, performing stand up on the huge US home circuit. His WTF podcast has set the standard for every other interview show out there, his signature blend of honesty, insecurity, and resentment and completely candid style always bringing the best out of his guests.

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Justin Willman

September 8, 2024

Justin Willman has been performing magic since he was a child, but the combination of his sharp wit and clever tricks have made him a firm favorite with millions. Justin's highly polished, comical magic act has seen him notch up more than 100 million views online and is now coming to a theater near you.

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Becky Robinson

October 6, 2024

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.

Hoyt Sherman Auditorium

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1501 Woodland Ave, Des Moines, IA 50309

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