Tori Kelly

Terminal 5

Join the Iowa City Public Library Friends Foundation for an evening in conversation with Dave Eggers benefiting the Iowa City Public Library. The conversation will be followed by a Q&A and book signing. Presigned copies of books will be available for purchase from Prairie Lights in the lobby at the event. 10% of book purchases will be donated back to the Library.

Dave Eggers In Conversation with Andre Perry for Looking Forward

The Englert Theatre

A sun-drenched 'feel good' ballet! This is how you can easily characterize Alexei Ratmansky's internationally acclaimed Don Quixote . The Russian American top choreographer created this new version of the famous ballet classic for the National Ballet in 2010, resulting in a production that radiates pleasure, positive energy and the Spanish temperament.

Don Quixote

National Opera & Ballet

Sunset Boulevard weaves a magnificent tale of faded glory and unfulfilled ambition. Having been discarded by Hollywood with the advent of “talkies”, legendary silent movie star Norma Desmond is tortured by her longing for a return to the big screen. When she meets struggling Hollywood screenwriter Joe Gillis in a dramatic chance encounter, their subsequent passionate and volatile relationship leads to an unforeseen and tragic conclusion.

Sunset Boulevard

Sydney Opera House

Though named after the Furies from Aeschylus’s The Oresteia, the Erinys Quartet aims to captivate with heavenly string music. Comprising violinists Elizabeth Stewart and Joosep Reimaa, violist Marja Räisänen, and cellist Stergios Theodoridis, the ensemble formed at the Sibelius Academy in Helsinki. With a performance history that spans across Europe and the United States, they are currently the quartet in residence in the Nina von Maltzahn String Quartet program at the Curtis Institute of Music. The ensemble will perform Bartók's String Quartet No. 3, Sz. 85 and Beethoven’s String Quartet No. 12, Op 127.

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Erinys Quartet

Hylton Performing Arts Center

**Back to the Future: The Musical - A Timeless Adventure Awaits in Des Moines!**

Prepare to be whisked away on an exhilarating journey through time as "Back to the Future: The Musical" lands at the Des Moines Civic Center from October 15 to 20, 2024. This electrifying production brings the iconic film to life on stage, promising an unforgettable experience for fans and newcomers alike.

**Event Highlights:**

- **Dates:** October 15 - 20, 2024
- **Venue:** Des Moines Civic Center
- **Running Time:** 2 hours and 40 minutes, including a 15-minute intermission
- **Age Recommendation:** Suitable for ages 6 and up. Note: Only children age 5 and over with tickets will be permitted in the theater.

**About the Show:**

"Back to the Future: The Musical" has captivated audiences worldwide, earning accolades such as the 2022 Olivier Award for Best New Musical and multiple WhatsOnStage Awards. Adapted by the original film’s creators, Bob Gale and Robert Zemeckis, and directed by Tony Award-winner John Rando, the musical features original music by Alan Silvestri and Glen Ballard, alongside beloved hits from the movie like "The Power of Love" and "Johnny B. Goode."

The story follows Marty McFly as he's transported back to 1955 in a time-traveling DeLorean built by the eccentric scientist Doc Brown. Marty's accidental interference with history sends him on a thrilling race to correct the past, navigate the present, and secure his future.

**Ticket Information:**

- Tickets are available as part of the 6-show Willis Broadway Series Season Ticket Package, starting at $280.
- Group Tickets: Groups of 10 or more can enjoy a 10% savings on select performances. Reserve your group tickets today for exclusive savings before the public sale.

**Special Notes:**

- The Patron Lounge will be open for this event, enhancing your theater-going experience.
- Official Website: [www.backtothefuturemusical.com](www.backtothefuturemusical.com)

Don't miss your chance to experience this groundbreaking musical that promises to change the course of theatre history. "Back to the Future: The Musical" is more than just a show—it's a high-speed chase through time, packed with adventure, laughter, and heart. Secure your tickets now and get ready to hit 88mph with Marty McFly and Doc Brown in this unforgettable theatrical journey!

Back To The Future

Des Moines Civic Center

A new musical about growing up and growing old (in no particular order), KIMBERLY AKIMBO is the winner of 5 Tony Awards including BEST MUSICAL. It features Tony Award-winning book and lyrics by David Lindsay-Abaire (Shrek), a Tony Award-winning score by Jeanine Tesori (Fun Home), choreography by Danny Mefford (Dear Evan Hansen) and direction by Tony-nominated director Jessica Stone.

Kimberly Akimbo

Broadway in Hollywood

Brett Polegato & Kathleen van Mourik in Recital

Mamdani Opera Centre

Tony Award® winner Adrienne Warren (Tina: The Tina Turner Musical) joins Principal Pops Conductor Steven Reineke and your TSO for an electrifying tribute to the one and only Queen of Rock ’n’ Roll, Tina Turner! Relive Tina’s greatest hits, from “Proud Mary” to “River Deep, Mountain High” and so much more in this can’t-miss Pops Series opener.

Simply the Best: A Tina Turner Tribute with Adrienne Warren

David Pecaut Square

Opera Australia, in collaboration with Victorian Opera, Perth Festival, and Brisbane Festival, proudly presents the world premiere of "Eucalyptus," a new opera by Jonathan Mills, inspired by Murray Bail's beloved novel. This enchanting production is set to captivate audiences at the Palais Theatre in Melbourne from October 16th to 19th, 2024.

"Eucalyptus" unfolds in the Australian bush, a realm of mystery, beauty, and wonder, meticulously evoked through Mills' vibrant score and Meredith Oakes' poetic libretto. The story, an Australian fairy tale at its heart, explores themes of love, longing, and the complex bond between a father and his daughter, Ellen Holland. Known for her unparalleled beauty, Ellen is shielded from the world by her overprotective father, who surrounds her with a forest of Eucalyptus trees, each a symbol of his desire to keep her safe—or perhaps imprisoned.

The narrative takes a twist when her father devises a competition, decreeing that only the man who can name all the trees on his land may marry Ellen. This impossible task draws suitors from across the globe, but it's the arrival of a mysterious storyteller, with his captivating tales of distant lands, that sets the stage for an unexpected turn of events.

Directed by renowned Australian playwright and director Michael Gow, and featuring set and costume designs by Simone Romaniuk, "Eucalyptus" promises a production of dramatic intensity, hushed beauty, and profound emotional depth. The roles of Ellen and her father are brought to life by Desiree Frahn and Simon Meadows, respectively, with Orchestra Victoria conducted by Tahu Matheson providing the musical backdrop.

This production is supported by Philip Bacon, AO & Carol Colburn Grigor, CBE, and is performed in English with surtitles, running approximately 1 hour and 50 minutes. Tickets start from $39, with a $7.30 transaction fee, and season subscribers can access an exclusive discount.

Don't miss the opportunity to experience "Eucalyptus," a story of enchantment, love, and the timeless quest for understanding and connection, set against the backdrop of Australia's natural beauty.

Eucalyptus

Acland Street Village

A.J. Croce performs Croce Plays Croce, a special night of music featuring a complete set of classics by his late father Jim Croce, some of his own tunes, and songs that influenced both him and his father. This special event features such timeless songs as “Operator,” “You Don’t Mess Around with Jim,” “Time in a Bottle” (a song written for A.J.), “Rapid Roy (The Stock Car Boy),” and “Lovers Cross,” to name a few. Classic covers may include songs by Lieber and Stoller, Bessie Smith, and other folk and roots artists. 

Croce Play Croce 50th Anniversary Tour

Boise State University

Disenchanted by his lifelong quest for knowledge, the ageing philosopher Faust makes a pact with the devil and trades his soul for eternal youth—to disastrous consequences.

Faust

Canadian Opera Company

Immerse yourself in the enchanting world of northern landscapes with the Orchestre symphonique de Québec's tribute concert, "Hommage aux paysages nordiques." This captivating performance is scheduled for October 16, 2024, at 8:00 PM, taking place at the prestigious Palais Montcalm. Tickets start at $55, offering an accessible way for all to experience the magic of classical music.

Under the baton of the talented Polish conductor Anna Sułkowska-Migoń, and featuring the virtuosic Korean pianist Joyce Yang, the evening promises an unforgettable journey through musical masterpieces. The concert will open with Verdi's powerful overture to "La forza del destino," a piece commissioned by Tsar Alexander II of Russia, which sets the stage with its theme of passionate love. Following this, the audience will be treated to Grieg's Piano Concerto, a homage to the composer's deep love for his wife and newborn daughter, inspired by his walks in the Norwegian countryside. The journey concludes with Mendelssohn's Symphony No. 3, "Scottish," evoking the misty landscapes and rugged beauty of the Scottish Highlands.

Enhance your concert experience by joining Benjamin René for the prelude talks starting at 7:00 PM. These insightful sessions offer a deeper understanding of the creative process and historical context behind the compositions. Additionally, attendees will have the opportunity to enjoy pre-concert performances by emerging musicians from the Conservatoire de musique de Québec and the Faculté de musique de l’Université Laval.

For those interested in attending, tickets can be purchased online or by phone at 1 877 641-6040. Don't miss this opportunity to embark on a musical voyage that celebrates the beauty and inspiration drawn from the northern landscapes.

Hommage To Nordic Landscapes

Palais Montcalm – Maison de la musique

Osmo Vänskä returns to the Maison symphonique to conduct Rachmaninoff’s sumptuous Symphony no. 2, a masterful interaction of intimacy and exuberance.

Rachmaninoff’s Enthralling Symphony no. 2

Place des Arts

9 to 5 The Musical, with music and lyrics by Dolly Parton and book by Patricia Resnick, is based on the seminal 1980 hit movie. Pushed to the boiling point, three female coworkers concoct a plan to get even with the ‘sexist, egotistical, lying, hypocritical bigot’ they call their boss and give him the boot! While he remains “otherwise engaged,” the women give their workplace a dream makeover, taking control of the company that had always kept them down. Set in the late 1970s, when women were just navigating their way ahead in the work force, this hilarious story of friendship and revenge in the Rolodex era is outrageous, thought-provoking and even a little romantic.

9 to 5 The Musical

The Candlelight Theatre

The story follows a Baker and his wife, who wish to have a child; Cinderella, who wishes to attend the King’s Festival; and Jack, who wishes his cow would give milk. When the Baker and his wife learn that they cannot have a child because of a Witch’s curse, the two set off on a journey to break the curse. Everyone’s wish is granted, but the consequences of their actions return to haunt them later with disastrous results.

Into the Woods

Sierra Repertory Theatre

Two-time Tony Award–winning composer Jeanine Tesori’s powerful new opera Grounded, commissioned by the Met and based on librettist George Brant’s acclaimed play, wrestles with the ethical quandaries and psychological toll of 21st-century warfare. Mezzo-soprano Emily D’Angelo, one of opera’s most compelling young stars, portrays Jess, a hot-shot fighter pilot whose unplanned pregnancy takes her out of the cockpit and lands her in Las Vegas, operating a Reaper drone halfway around the world. As she struggles to adjust to this new way of doing battle, she fights to maintain her sanity, and her soul, as she is called to rain down death by remote control. Met Music Director Yannick Nézet-Séguin oversees the Met premiere of Tesori’s kaleidoscopic score and a cast that also features tenor Ben Bliss as the Wyoming rancher who becomes Jess’s husband. Michael Mayer’s high-tech staging, using a vast array of LED screens, presents a variety of perspectives on the action, including the drone’s predatory view from high above.

Grounded

Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts

A world premiere opera. Not long after Emancipation and the end of the Civil War, the historic Fisk Jubilee Singers came together and changed music forever. Telling the story of the ensemble's early members, this opera—which includes over 40 spirituals—follows them on their first tours, raising funds for the fledgling Fisk University and spreading their music around the world. From threats of violence to a pivotal performance for Queen Victoria, the singers share their personal histories through powerful vignettes full of humor, heartbreak, and hope

Jubilee

Seattle Center

The Dead South have never been about constant reinvention, but about full commitment to their own singular way. With confidence in their sound and style and trust in each other, The Dead South arrive at the cusp of explosive global success in an enviable, and well-earned, position: total autonomy. It doesn’t really matter what you call their music - progressive bluegrass, alternative Americana, country, folk and western, what matters is that this is theirs, and people from all different backgrounds, beliefs, experiences, languages and ages love it.

The Dead South

Kansas City Power & Light District

Experience the revolutionary musical phenomenon, "Hamilton," at the Denver Center for the Performing Arts' Buell Theatre from February 16 to March 27, 2022. This groundbreaking production tells the story of American Founding Father Alexander Hamilton through a vibrant mix of hip-hop, jazz, R&B, and Broadway tunes. Created by the acclaimed Lin-Manuel Miranda, "Hamilton" not only captivates with its innovative music and lyrics but also with its profound impact on culture, politics, and education.

The musical boasts an array of awards, including Tony, Grammy, and Olivier Awards, as well as the Pulitzer Prize for Drama and a special citation from the Kennedy Center Honors. The creative team behind "Hamilton" includes director Thomas Kail, choreographer Andy Blankenbuehler, and musical supervisor and orchestrator Alex Lacamoire, who previously collaborated on the Tony Award-winning "In the Heights."

"Hamilton" features a scenic design by David Korins, costume design by Paul Tazewell, lighting design by Howell Binkley, sound design by Nevin Steinberg, and hair and wig design by Charles G. LaPointe. The production is brought to life by a talented cast, selected by casting director Telsey Company, Bethany Knox, CSA, and managed by Baseline Theatrical.

Tickets for "Hamilton" are available for purchase through the official Denver Center for the Performing Arts website, with prices ranging from $59 to $199 and a select number of premium seats available for $249. A digital lottery will also offer a limited number of tickets for just $10 each for every performance, ensuring accessibility to this must-see event.

Don't miss your chance to witness "Hamilton" – a musical that has redefined theater for a new generation.

Tori Kelly

The Bowery Presents

Dave Eggers In Conversati...

The Englert Theatre

Don Quixote

Nationale Opera & Ballet

Sunset Boulevard

Opera Australia

Erinys Quartet

Hylton Performing Arts Center

Back To The Future

Des Moines Performing Arts

Kimberly Akimbo

Hollywood Pantages Theater

Brett Polegato & Kathleen...

Calgary Opera

Simply the Best: A Tina T...

Toronto Symphony Orchestra

Eucalyptus

Opera Australia

Croce Play Croce 50th Ann...

Canyon County Symphony

Faust

Canadian Opera Company

Hommage To Nordic Landsca...

Orchestre Symphonique de Québec

Rachmaninoff’s Enthrallin...

Orchestre symphonique de Montréal

9 to 5 The Musical

The Candlelight Theatre

Into the Woods

Sierra Repertory Theatre

Grounded

The Metropolitan Opera

Jubilee

Seattle Opera

The Dead South

The Midland Theatre

Hamilton

Denver Center for the Performing Arts