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(319) 665-25483290 Ridgeway Dr. Suite 1 , Coralville1011 Locust St. , Des Moines
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Beauty and the Beast, presented by Des Moines Metro Opera at the Coralville Center for the Performing Arts
<p>Enjoy a twist on the classic fairytale with the world premiere tour of <em>Beauty and the Beast</em>! The characters of Belle’s world are obsessed with how they are perceived by the world around them. The Prince was the worst example of this until the Spirit of the Rose cursed him so that his body would reflect his soul, and everyone would see him for the beast he truly was. With the help of Belle, the Spirit of the Rose, and a magic mirror, the Beast will try to change his heart and break the curse.</p> 2023-03-17 21:00:00 -0500
3/24/237:00 p.m.Coralville Center for the Performing ArtsCoralville -
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La Traviata Opera
<p><strong>Giuseppe Verdi’s La Traviata </strong></p><p>Verdi saw the stage adaptation by Alexandre Dumas <em>fils</em> of his own 1848 novel <em>La Dame aux camélias</em> when he visited Paris in 1851-52. He was taken with the drama (and likely had already read the novel) and by March of 1853 <em>La traviata</em>, his operatic setting of the story, had its premiere. Though initially unsuccessful, the work soon became one of the world's most beloved operas, consistently ranking among the top 10 most performed. </p><p>In the whirling atmosphere of the Parisian demimonde young Alfredo Germont becomes enamored of the glamorous courtesan Violetta Valéry. Though he convinces her to go away with him and leave her sordid lifestyle, their happiness is marred by the machinations of his disapproving father. Surviving a duel with his perceived rival, Baron Duphol, Alfredo is restored to his love, but, alas, too late. Replete with some of Verdi’s most tuneful melodies, including the famous <em>Brindisi</em>, this gripping and emotional story of love and human frailty will engage the audience’s eye and ear from start to finish. </p>
4/14/237:30 p.m.Coralville Center for the Performing ArtsCoralville -
La Traviata Opera
<p><strong>Giuseppe Verdi’s La Traviata </strong></p><p>Verdi saw the stage adaptation by Alexandre Dumas <em>fils</em> of his own 1848 novel <em>La Dame aux camélias</em> when he visited Paris in 1851-52. He was taken with the drama (and likely had already read the novel) and by March of 1853 <em>La traviata</em>, his operatic setting of the story, had its premiere. Though initially unsuccessful, the work soon became one of the world's most beloved operas, consistently ranking among the top 10 most performed. </p><p>In the whirling atmosphere of the Parisian demimonde young Alfredo Germont becomes enamored of the glamorous courtesan Violetta Valéry. Though he convinces her to go away with him and leave her sordid lifestyle, their happiness is marred by the machinations of his disapproving father. Surviving a duel with his perceived rival, Baron Duphol, Alfredo is restored to his love, but, alas, too late. Replete with some of Verdi’s most tuneful melodies, including the famous <em>Brindisi</em>, this gripping and emotional story of love and human frailty will engage the audience’s eye and ear from start to finish. </p>
4/15/237:30 p.m.Coralville Center for the Performing ArtsCoralville -
La Traviata Opera
<p><strong>Giuseppe Verdi’s La Traviata </strong></p><p>Verdi saw the stage adaptation by Alexandre Dumas <em>fils</em> of his own 1848 novel <em>La Dame aux camélias</em> when he visited Paris in 1851-52. He was taken with the drama (and likely had already read the novel) and by March of 1853 <em>La traviata</em>, his operatic setting of the story, had its premiere. Though initially unsuccessful, the work soon became one of the world's most beloved operas, consistently ranking among the top 10 most performed. </p><p>In the whirling atmosphere of the Parisian demimonde young Alfredo Germont becomes enamored of the glamorous courtesan Violetta Valéry. Though he convinces her to go away with him and leave her sordid lifestyle, their happiness is marred by the machinations of his disapproving father. Surviving a duel with his perceived rival, Baron Duphol, Alfredo is restored to his love, but, alas, too late. Replete with some of Verdi’s most tuneful melodies, including the famous <em>Brindisi</em>, this gripping and emotional story of love and human frailty will engage the audience’s eye and ear from start to finish. </p>
4/16/232:00 p.m.Coralville Center for the Performing ArtsCoralville -
Family Folk Machine
<p>Sundays, January 15 - May 7, 3:00-5:00 pm </p><p>Location: Assembly Room </p><p>Register: Email jean@familyfolkmachine.org </p><p>Director: Jean Littlejohn</p><p>This spring we’ll be celebrating Family Folk Machine’s tenth anniversary and preparing a great batch of songs for a concert at the Englert Theatre on May 13, 2023. To join us, please send an email to jean@familyfolkmachine.org. You can also just show up to our first rehearsal on January 15, but getting in touch beforehand will ensure that you receive up-to-date information about our gathering plans. Fees: $50 per adult for the semester, $30 per kid age 6 and up, reduced fees available; pay Family Folk Machine. The FFM is a non-auditioned ensemble, and everyone is welcome.</p> 2023-03-26 17:00:00 -0500
3/26/233:00 p.m.Iowa City Senior CenterIowa City -
Family Folk Machine
<p>Sundays, January 15 - May 7, 3:00-5:00 pm </p><p>Location: Assembly Room </p><p>Register: Email jean@familyfolkmachine.org </p><p>Director: Jean Littlejohn</p><p>This spring we’ll be celebrating Family Folk Machine’s tenth anniversary and preparing a great batch of songs for a concert at the Englert Theatre on May 13, 2023. To join us, please send an email to jean@familyfolkmachine.org. You can also just show up to our first rehearsal on January 15, but getting in touch beforehand will ensure that you receive up-to-date information about our gathering plans. Fees: $50 per adult for the semester, $30 per kid age 6 and up, reduced fees available; pay Family Folk Machine. The FFM is a non-auditioned ensemble, and everyone is welcome.</p> 2023-04-02 17:00:00 -0500
4/02/233:00 p.m.Iowa City Senior CenterIowa City -
Family Folk Machine
<p>Sundays, January 15 - May 7, 3:00-5:00 pm </p><p>Location: Assembly Room </p><p>Register: Email jean@familyfolkmachine.org </p><p>Director: Jean Littlejohn</p><p>This spring we’ll be celebrating Family Folk Machine’s tenth anniversary and preparing a great batch of songs for a concert at the Englert Theatre on May 13, 2023. To join us, please send an email to jean@familyfolkmachine.org. You can also just show up to our first rehearsal on January 15, but getting in touch beforehand will ensure that you receive up-to-date information about our gathering plans. Fees: $50 per adult for the semester, $30 per kid age 6 and up, reduced fees available; pay Family Folk Machine. The FFM is a non-auditioned ensemble, and everyone is welcome.</p> 2023-04-09 17:00:00 -0500
4/09/233:00 p.m.Iowa City Senior CenterIowa City -
Family Folk Machine
<p>Sundays, January 15 - May 7, 3:00-5:00 pm </p><p>Location: Assembly Room </p><p>Register: Email jean@familyfolkmachine.org </p><p>Director: Jean Littlejohn</p><p>This spring we’ll be celebrating Family Folk Machine’s tenth anniversary and preparing a great batch of songs for a concert at the Englert Theatre on May 13, 2023. To join us, please send an email to jean@familyfolkmachine.org. You can also just show up to our first rehearsal on January 15, but getting in touch beforehand will ensure that you receive up-to-date information about our gathering plans. Fees: $50 per adult for the semester, $30 per kid age 6 and up, reduced fees available; pay Family Folk Machine. The FFM is a non-auditioned ensemble, and everyone is welcome.</p> 2023-04-16 17:00:00 -0500
4/16/233:00 p.m.Iowa City Senior CenterIowa City -
Family Folk Machine
<p>Sundays, January 15 - May 7, 3:00-5:00 pm </p><p>Location: Assembly Room </p><p>Register: Email jean@familyfolkmachine.org </p><p>Director: Jean Littlejohn</p><p>This spring we’ll be celebrating Family Folk Machine’s tenth anniversary and preparing a great batch of songs for a concert at the Englert Theatre on May 13, 2023. To join us, please send an email to jean@familyfolkmachine.org. You can also just show up to our first rehearsal on January 15, but getting in touch beforehand will ensure that you receive up-to-date information about our gathering plans. Fees: $50 per adult for the semester, $30 per kid age 6 and up, reduced fees available; pay Family Folk Machine. The FFM is a non-auditioned ensemble, and everyone is welcome.</p> 2023-04-23 17:00:00 -0500
4/23/233:00 p.m.Iowa City Senior CenterIowa City -
Family Folk Machine
<p>Sundays, January 15 - May 7, 3:00-5:00 pm </p><p>Location: Assembly Room </p><p>Register: Email jean@familyfolkmachine.org </p><p>Director: Jean Littlejohn</p><p>This spring we’ll be celebrating Family Folk Machine’s tenth anniversary and preparing a great batch of songs for a concert at the Englert Theatre on May 13, 2023. To join us, please send an email to jean@familyfolkmachine.org. You can also just show up to our first rehearsal on January 15, but getting in touch beforehand will ensure that you receive up-to-date information about our gathering plans. Fees: $50 per adult for the semester, $30 per kid age 6 and up, reduced fees available; pay Family Folk Machine. The FFM is a non-auditioned ensemble, and everyone is welcome.</p> 2023-04-30 17:00:00 -0500
4/30/233:00 p.m.Iowa City Senior CenterIowa City -
Family Folk Machine
<p>Sundays, January 15 - May 7, 3:00-5:00 pm </p><p>Location: Assembly Room </p><p>Register: Email jean@familyfolkmachine.org </p><p>Director: Jean Littlejohn</p><p>This spring we’ll be celebrating Family Folk Machine’s tenth anniversary and preparing a great batch of songs for a concert at the Englert Theatre on May 13, 2023. To join us, please send an email to jean@familyfolkmachine.org. You can also just show up to our first rehearsal on January 15, but getting in touch beforehand will ensure that you receive up-to-date information about our gathering plans. Fees: $50 per adult for the semester, $30 per kid age 6 and up, reduced fees available; pay Family Folk Machine. The FFM is a non-auditioned ensemble, and everyone is welcome.</p> 2023-05-07 17:00:00 -0500
5/07/233:00 p.m.Iowa City Senior CenterIowa City -
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Iowa City New Horizons Band
<p>Tuesdays, Thursdays, January 17 - May 11, 8:15 - 10:30 am</p><p> Location: Assembly Room & Rooms 305, 309, 311</p><p>The Iowa City New Horizons Band provides opportunities for older adults to play musical instruments. The band performs under the direction of University of Iowa Music Education students and professional music educators from within the band. Rehearsals are on Tuesdays and Thursdays, ensembles from 8:30-9:15 am, and full band from 9:30-10:30 am. For more information, visit iowacitynhb.org. </p> 2023-03-23 10:30:00 -0500
3/23/238:15 a.m.Iowa City Senior CenterIowa City -
Iowa City New Horizons Band
<p>Tuesdays, Thursdays, January 17 - May 11, 8:15 - 10:30 am</p><p> Location: Assembly Room & Rooms 305, 309, 311</p><p>The Iowa City New Horizons Band provides opportunities for older adults to play musical instruments. The band performs under the direction of University of Iowa Music Education students and professional music educators from within the band. Rehearsals are on Tuesdays and Thursdays, ensembles from 8:30-9:15 am, and full band from 9:30-10:30 am. For more information, visit iowacitynhb.org. </p> 2023-03-28 10:30:00 -0500
3/28/238:15 a.m.Iowa City Senior CenterIowa City -
Iowa City New Horizons Band
<p>Tuesdays, Thursdays, January 17 - May 11, 8:15 - 10:30 am</p><p> Location: Assembly Room & Rooms 305, 309, 311</p><p>The Iowa City New Horizons Band provides opportunities for older adults to play musical instruments. The band performs under the direction of University of Iowa Music Education students and professional music educators from within the band. Rehearsals are on Tuesdays and Thursdays, ensembles from 8:30-9:15 am, and full band from 9:30-10:30 am. For more information, visit iowacitynhb.org. </p> 2023-03-30 10:30:00 -0500
3/30/238:15 a.m.Iowa City Senior CenterIowa City -
Iowa City New Horizons Band
<p>Tuesdays, Thursdays, January 17 - May 11, 8:15 - 10:30 am</p><p> Location: Assembly Room & Rooms 305, 309, 311</p><p>The Iowa City New Horizons Band provides opportunities for older adults to play musical instruments. The band performs under the direction of University of Iowa Music Education students and professional music educators from within the band. Rehearsals are on Tuesdays and Thursdays, ensembles from 8:30-9:15 am, and full band from 9:30-10:30 am. For more information, visit iowacitynhb.org. </p> 2023-04-04 10:30:00 -0500
4/04/238:15 a.m.Iowa City Senior CenterIowa City -
Iowa City New Horizons Band
<p>Tuesdays, Thursdays, January 17 - May 11, 8:15 - 10:30 am</p><p> Location: Assembly Room & Rooms 305, 309, 311</p><p>The Iowa City New Horizons Band provides opportunities for older adults to play musical instruments. The band performs under the direction of University of Iowa Music Education students and professional music educators from within the band. Rehearsals are on Tuesdays and Thursdays, ensembles from 8:30-9:15 am, and full band from 9:30-10:30 am. For more information, visit iowacitynhb.org. </p> 2023-04-06 10:30:00 -0500
4/06/238:15 a.m.Iowa City Senior CenterIowa City -
Iowa City New Horizons Band
<p>Tuesdays, Thursdays, January 17 - May 11, 8:15 - 10:30 am</p><p> Location: Assembly Room & Rooms 305, 309, 311</p><p>The Iowa City New Horizons Band provides opportunities for older adults to play musical instruments. The band performs under the direction of University of Iowa Music Education students and professional music educators from within the band. Rehearsals are on Tuesdays and Thursdays, ensembles from 8:30-9:15 am, and full band from 9:30-10:30 am. For more information, visit iowacitynhb.org. </p> 2023-04-11 10:30:00 -0500
4/11/238:15 a.m.Iowa City Senior CenterIowa City -
Iowa City New Horizons Band
<p>Tuesdays, Thursdays, January 17 - May 11, 8:15 - 10:30 am</p><p> Location: Assembly Room & Rooms 305, 309, 311</p><p>The Iowa City New Horizons Band provides opportunities for older adults to play musical instruments. The band performs under the direction of University of Iowa Music Education students and professional music educators from within the band. Rehearsals are on Tuesdays and Thursdays, ensembles from 8:30-9:15 am, and full band from 9:30-10:30 am. For more information, visit iowacitynhb.org. </p> 2023-04-13 10:30:00 -0500
4/13/238:15 a.m.Iowa City Senior CenterIowa City -
Iowa City New Horizons Band
<p>Tuesdays, Thursdays, January 17 - May 11, 8:15 - 10:30 am</p><p> Location: Assembly Room & Rooms 305, 309, 311</p><p>The Iowa City New Horizons Band provides opportunities for older adults to play musical instruments. The band performs under the direction of University of Iowa Music Education students and professional music educators from within the band. Rehearsals are on Tuesdays and Thursdays, ensembles from 8:30-9:15 am, and full band from 9:30-10:30 am. For more information, visit iowacitynhb.org. </p> 2023-04-18 10:30:00 -0500
4/18/238:15 a.m.Iowa City Senior CenterIowa City -
Iowa City New Horizons Band
<p>Tuesdays, Thursdays, January 17 - May 11, 8:15 - 10:30 am</p><p> Location: Assembly Room & Rooms 305, 309, 311</p><p>The Iowa City New Horizons Band provides opportunities for older adults to play musical instruments. The band performs under the direction of University of Iowa Music Education students and professional music educators from within the band. Rehearsals are on Tuesdays and Thursdays, ensembles from 8:30-9:15 am, and full band from 9:30-10:30 am. For more information, visit iowacitynhb.org. </p> 2023-04-20 10:30:00 -0500
4/20/238:15 a.m.Iowa City Senior CenterIowa City -
Iowa City New Horizons Band
<p>Tuesdays, Thursdays, January 17 - May 11, 8:15 - 10:30 am</p><p> Location: Assembly Room & Rooms 305, 309, 311</p><p>The Iowa City New Horizons Band provides opportunities for older adults to play musical instruments. The band performs under the direction of University of Iowa Music Education students and professional music educators from within the band. Rehearsals are on Tuesdays and Thursdays, ensembles from 8:30-9:15 am, and full band from 9:30-10:30 am. For more information, visit iowacitynhb.org. </p> 2023-04-25 10:30:00 -0500
4/25/238:15 a.m.Iowa City Senior CenterIowa City -
Iowa City New Horizons Band
<p>Tuesdays, Thursdays, January 17 - May 11, 8:15 - 10:30 am</p><p> Location: Assembly Room & Rooms 305, 309, 311</p><p>The Iowa City New Horizons Band provides opportunities for older adults to play musical instruments. The band performs under the direction of University of Iowa Music Education students and professional music educators from within the band. Rehearsals are on Tuesdays and Thursdays, ensembles from 8:30-9:15 am, and full band from 9:30-10:30 am. For more information, visit iowacitynhb.org. </p> 2023-04-27 10:30:00 -0500
4/27/238:15 a.m.Iowa City Senior CenterIowa City -
Iowa City New Horizons Band
<p>Tuesdays, Thursdays, January 17 - May 11, 8:15 - 10:30 am</p><p> Location: Assembly Room & Rooms 305, 309, 311</p><p>The Iowa City New Horizons Band provides opportunities for older adults to play musical instruments. The band performs under the direction of University of Iowa Music Education students and professional music educators from within the band. Rehearsals are on Tuesdays and Thursdays, ensembles from 8:30-9:15 am, and full band from 9:30-10:30 am. For more information, visit iowacitynhb.org. </p> 2023-05-02 10:30:00 -0500
5/02/238:15 a.m.Iowa City Senior CenterIowa City -
Iowa City New Horizons Band
<p>Tuesdays, Thursdays, January 17 - May 11, 8:15 - 10:30 am</p><p> Location: Assembly Room & Rooms 305, 309, 311</p><p>The Iowa City New Horizons Band provides opportunities for older adults to play musical instruments. The band performs under the direction of University of Iowa Music Education students and professional music educators from within the band. Rehearsals are on Tuesdays and Thursdays, ensembles from 8:30-9:15 am, and full band from 9:30-10:30 am. For more information, visit iowacitynhb.org. </p> 2023-05-04 10:30:00 -0500
5/04/238:15 a.m.Iowa City Senior CenterIowa City -
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Iowa City New Horizons Band
<p>Tuesdays, Thursdays, January 17 - May 11, 8:15 - 10:30 am</p><p> Location: Assembly Room & Rooms 305, 309, 311</p><p>The Iowa City New Horizons Band provides opportunities for older adults to play musical instruments. The band performs under the direction of University of Iowa Music Education students and professional music educators from within the band. Rehearsals are on Tuesdays and Thursdays, ensembles from 8:30-9:15 am, and full band from 9:30-10:30 am. For more information, visit iowacitynhb.org. </p> 2023-05-09 10:30:00 -0500
5/09/238:15 a.m.Iowa City Senior CenterIowa City -
Iowa City New Horizons Band
<p>Tuesdays, Thursdays, January 17 - May 11, 8:15 - 10:30 am</p><p> Location: Assembly Room & Rooms 305, 309, 311</p><p>The Iowa City New Horizons Band provides opportunities for older adults to play musical instruments. The band performs under the direction of University of Iowa Music Education students and professional music educators from within the band. Rehearsals are on Tuesdays and Thursdays, ensembles from 8:30-9:15 am, and full band from 9:30-10:30 am. For more information, visit iowacitynhb.org. </p> 2023-05-11 10:30:00 -0500
5/11/238:15 a.m.Iowa City Senior CenterIowa City -
Charlie and the Wolf - Juneteenth Celebration
<p>Join us for the public world premiere of Charlie and the Wolf, an original opera composed by Dave Ragland, Jr. with lyrics by Mary McCallum. </p><p>Schoolkid Logan gets the surprise of her life when music class is suddenly interrupted by jazz saxophonist Charlie Parker and classical composer Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart. This charming new opera celebrates uniqueness and unity while reminding us that everyone is playing with the same notes... we just interpret them differently! A perfect introduction to opera for audiences of all ages!</p><p>40 minutes.</p><p>Sponsored by David McCartney and James Patterson</p>
6/19/231:00 p.m.Cedar Rapids Public Library (Whipple Auditorium)Cedar Rapids, Iowa -
Lost Girl
<p>Kirkwood Community College presents our Spring Play: Lost Girl! Lost Girl tells the story of Wendy returning from Neverland where she decides she must find Peter Pan to reclaim her kiss and move on with her life. Along the way, she meets other girls who went to Neverland and learns she is not alone. We hope to see at this great performance by our students!</p> 2023-03-17 21:30:00 -0500
3/30/237:30 p.m.Kirkwood Community College, Ballantyne AuditoriumCedar Rapids -
Excellence in the Arts
<p>Through the hard work of arts advocates throughout Eastern Iowa, The Gazette launched Excellence in the Arts in 2023 to create an experience that would celebrate students making incredible contributions in the visual, digital and performing arts.</p><p>This program includes telling the stories of student artists-all leading up to a night of celebration that will present students with achievement awards while providing a night for patrons to take in a variety of student led exhibits, performances and more.</p><p>For more details on the event and to register today, go to <a href="https://arts.thegazette.com">our website</a> today!</p>
4/22/236:30 p.m.CSPS HallCedar Rapids -
Shrek the Musical
<p>Kirkwood Community College presents our Spring Play: Lost Girl! Lost Girl tells the story of Wendy returning from Neverland where she decides she must find Peter Pan to reclaim her kiss and move on with her life. Along the way, she meets other girls who went to Neverland and learns she is not alone. We hope to see at this great performance by our students! </p> 2023-03-17 16:00:00 -0500
4/02/232:00 p.m.Kirkwood Community College, Ballantyne AuditoriumCedar Rapids