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Check it, we've got 17 Performing arts options to choose from:

Civic Center of Greater Des Moines website Serves as an outstanding performing arts center, where people may be educated, entertained and enlightened. 221 Walnut St. see map (515) 246-2300

Des Moines Symphony website A full-service professional orchestra that performs seven pairs of classical concerts throughout the season. 221 Walnut St. see map (515) 280-4000

Hoyt Sherman Place website A grand manor home built in 1877, now a museum and performing arts center. 1501 Woodland Ave. see map (515) 243-0913

Iowa Events Center website From exhibits to concerts with Hy Vee Hall, Wells Fargo Arena, Veteran's Memorial Auditorium and the PLEX. 730 3rd Street see map (515) 564-8000

Nitefall on the River website Live music every Thursday in June and July at the Simon Estes Riverfront Amphitheater. Simon Estes Riverfront Amphitheater see map

StageWest website Eclectic. Urban. Theater ... on the edge! Stoner Theater - 221 Walnut Street see map (515) 309-0251

Stoner Studio Theater at the Civic Center website Located on the main floor of the Civic Center, designed as a flexible-space theater adaptable for a variety of events. 221 Walnut Street see map (515) 246-2300

The House of Bricks website Restaurant/bar featuring the best of Des Moines’ live music scene. Menu includes sandwiches, burgers, and salads. 535 E. Grand Ave. see map (515) 727-4370

The Temple for Performing Arts website Center of arts, culture, music, entertainment and learning. 1011 Locust St. see map (515) 331-1753

Vaudeville Mews website Bar/cabaret theater with a little bit of everything, including live theater, indie rock, indie film and improv comedy. 212 Fourth St. see map (515) 243-3270

4th Street Theatre website A unique off-broadway type theatre in Downtown Des Moines, immediately adjacent to Java Joes. 216 4th St. adjacent to Java Joes see map (515) 283-1543

Alive Concert Series website People's Production presents the Alive Concert Series. Visit our website for the schedule of performers. Simon Estes Riverfront Ampitheater see map (515) 255-5216

Ballet Des Moines website We deliver a superior dance experience that is built on a sustainable foundation of community support. 502 E. Locust see map (515) 440-1177

Blues on Grand website The home of Blues in Des Moines. A unique combination of location, staff, customers and great owners. 1501 Grand Ave. see map (515) 244-3092

Gateway Dance Theatre website Education, training and arts outreach to promote intercultural understanding and an appreciation of diversity. 315 E. Fifth St. Suite 12 see map (515) 283-8383

Polk County Convention Complex website Iowa's premier convention center, designed to deliver an excellent experience for planners, exhibitors and visitors. 501 Grand Ave. see map (515) 564-8135

Simon Estes Amphitheater website Perfect for any outdoor activity, used for fun runs, bike rides, political campaigns, concerts, and weddings. South of City Hall at E. 1st see map (515) 237-1404