Name: The Best of Broadway
Start: 2026-05-02T19:30:00
Location: Paramount Theatre Iowa

Orchestra Iowa invites audiences on a transformative experience through its upcoming series of events. From the soulful strains of 'Masterworks IV,' featuring unfinished masterpieces to the vibrant celebration of female composers in 'Ladies First,' each concert is a unique tribute to diverse musical traditions. Immerse yourself in the lively antics of 'Bugs Bunny at the Symphony,' explore Nordic influences in 'Masterworks V,' delight in the showstoppers of 'The Best of Broadway,' and conclude with the dramatic flair of 'Masterworks VI.' Each event promises to captivate and inspire, making this series a must-see for music lovers.

Orchestra Iowa's Symphony Showcase: A Musical Journey

Orchestra Iowa

Get primed for Hammer Time! With over 100 musicians on stage, a chorus, and the infamous “Mahler Hammer” our season finale is a gripping journey through triumph and despair. Mahler’s Symphony No. 6 weaves a tale of a hero facing an inevitable tragic fate with relentless courage. From its soaring melodies to the dramatic Hammer blows, this is Mahler at his most electrifying.

Masterworks Vi

Paramount Theatre Iowa

The University of Iowa School of Music - Voxman Building

Be transported to the Big Apple as the bright lights of Broadway come to Orchestra Iowa. The Best of Broadway will get your toes tapping and hands clapping with an unforgettable evening of iconic music. From golden age classics to contemporary musical hits, every note is a showstopper, and every melody tells a story — guaranteed to leave you humming long after the final bow.

The Best of Broadway

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