2024 Season
Experience "Ladies First"—a captivating themed season,
featuring a mix of the "classic and cutting-edge" stories we are known for.
In The Glass Menagerie, witness the struggles of the Wingfield family as illusions shatter, love blossoms, and Tom seeks escape. June brings Melancholy Play, a chamber musical where Tilly's melancholy turns into a sexy force, creating chaos. In October, Witch reimagines a Jacobean drama, exploring the worth of souls and unexpected alliances. End the year with the heartwarming A Christmas Carol, as Scrooge discovers the true spirit of the season.
Join us for a season of compelling stories, rich emotions, and unforgettable performances.
Get your tickets for an unforgettable journey through the magic of theatre.​
WE CAN'T WAIT TO SEE YOU AT THE THEATER!
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The Glass Menagerie
By Tennessee Williams
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March 1 - 10, 2024
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Delve into Tennessee Williams's The Glass Menagerie, where the faded elegance of Amanda Wingfield clashes with her son Tom's desire for escape. Witness Laura's fragile illusions shattered as the family welcomes a potential suitor. A timeless exploration of family dynamics, aspirations, and the fragility of hope.
Melancholy Play:
a chamber musical
By Todd Almond & Sarah Ruhl
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June 7 - 16, 2024​
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In this chamber musical version of Sarah Ruhl's Melancholy Play, Tilly’s melancholy is of an exquisite quality. She turns her melancholy into a sexy thing, and every stranger she meets falls in love with her. Her inexplicable new happiness wreaks havoc on the lives of her paramours. Frances, Tilly’s hairdresser, becomes so melancholy that she turns into an almond. It is up to Tilly to get her back.
Witch
By Jen Silverman​
October 4 - 13, 2024
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Enter the intriguing world of Witch by Jen Silverman, a subversive fable that challenges the worth of our souls in a dark, Jacobean-inspired drama. Follow the charming devil's quest to bargain for souls in a quiet village, where unexpected passions flare and alliances are formed, leaving the village forever changed. Experience the gripping exploration of hope, darkness, and the resilience of the human spirit.
A CHRISTMAS CAROL
By Charles Dickens
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December 13 - 22, 2024
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Follow the transformative journey of Ebenezer Scrooge as he navigates past, present, and future, discovering the true meaning of Christmas. Immerse yourself in the rich tapestry of Victorian England, filled with festive cheer and heartfelt redemption. This timeless production captures the magic of the season, bringing Dickens's characters to life on stage with enchanting performances and dazzling set design.
Sponsor an Artist or a Show Today
We count on the support of our generous donors to help us create the laughs, the goosebumps, the tears, and the rush of a well-told story.
Sponsoring an artist helps offset production costs, allowing us work with a variety of Cloris Award-winning local artists. An artist is a performer, a director, a lighting designer, or any one of the professionals creating the magic of the stage.
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Sponsoring a show helps us cover the necessary cost of resources like venue rental, licensing, and more. Before we can build the set, help us secure the space.
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To sponsor a show or an artist, contact us at development@iowastage.org.
SEASON SPONSORS
Craig & Betty
Miller
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