Performing Arts

The Broadway musical Funny Girl is making its way to the Des Moines Civic Center March 12-17. Choreographer Ellenore Scott talks with IPR about her involvement with the hit show's revival production, including sources of inspiration.

The Theatre Museum of Repertoire Americana opened in 1973 in Mount Pleasant, reflecting a longtime dream of repertoire theatre company owners and actors Neil and Caroline Schaffner.

From beloved songs like "One Day More" and "I Dreamed a Dream," maestro Will Curry and an orchestra of 14 players run the three-hour musical marathon that is Les Mis night after night, all while on the road.

Principal oboist Jeffrey Paul received a commission to create his own concerto. His vision included creating a brand-new instrument. But reaching his goal proved harder than imagined.

The history of the Civil Rights Movement can feel far away.

Whether it's romantic or platonic, love is all around during February. Pianist Dan Knight highlights this feeling by playing listeners' favorite love songs.

From Muddy Waters to The Lumineers, a venue located in the basement of Iowa State University's Memorial Union has seen 50 years of music, theatre, comedy and more.

The gender-bent revival of the Sondheim classic follows Bobbie as she navigates pressure from her peers to marry.

Iowa illustrator and author Gary Kelley discusses his latest graphic novel, Red, White, and Black. America’s Czech With Balance! and collaboration with the Waterloo-Cedar Falls Symphony.

Beloved Cedar Rapids Blues musician Kevin Burt recently released an album dedicated to a major influence on his music career and life, Bill Withers.